Come and enjoy language, art and culture exchange in Istanbul, Turkey

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  Description

  **Hello! I’m Berfin—a botanist, yoga instructor, and traveler.**
  
  I am a passionate explorer at heart. I’ve spent a lot of time volunteering for various projects all over the world (through Workaway, of course!).
  
  Now that I’m back home, I want to open my doors to travelers visiting my city.
  
  ### About Me & The Stay
  * **Active Lifestyle:** I love sports, especially running. If you’re a runner, I’d love to have some company on my routes!
  
  * **Home Cooking:** I enjoy cooking and baking, and I’d be happy to prepare some authentic Turkish recipes for you.
  
  * **The Space:** A little note—I share my apartment with my family. If you are comfortable with a family environment, you are more than welcome!
  
  ### House Rules & Food
  I will provide **breakfast and dinner**, so you only need to cover your own snacks and personal items.
  
  ### Let’s Connect
  Please share your story with me and let me know what brings you to **Istanbul**. I’d love to find some common ground and help you plan the rest of your travels around Turkey.
  
  I’m so excited to meet new kindred spirits!
  Blessings,
  Beri

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Elderly Companionship

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Turkish food ✅
  My mom and I do some diy projects we can teach you how to do ✅
  You can learn Turkish from us, my parents are teachers as well ✅
  I know the coolest spots around the town so you will enjoy your travel like a local✅

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  Help

  What I’m Looking For
  I am currently focusing on improving my living space and expanding my digital reach. I would love to host people with expertise in:
  • The Terrace Project: I’m looking for artists to paint murals on my terrace walls, a carpenter to help with repairs, and a gardener to help with planting.
  • Interior Design: If you are an interior designer or a DIY enthusiast, I’d love your help making our living space even more beautiful.
  • Digital Growth: I’m eager to connect with web designers, online business owners, or anyone who can teach me about online gigs. I’d love to brainstorm my current projects and learn how to fund more travels through digital work.
  Etsy : my mom has art and she needs to sell it online.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Turkish: Fluent
  Spanish: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  I would like to learn more Spanish
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  Accommodation

  • Wellness & Connection: As a yoga instructor and spiritual coach, I value mindfulness and would love to host guests who share these interests.
  • Family Life: I share this apartment with my family. If you enjoy a warm, authentic family atmosphere, you’ll feel right at home.
  • Food: I love cooking and baking! I will provide breakfast and dinner (including traditional Turkish recipes), while you cover your own snacks and personal extras.

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  What else ...

  In your free times you can discover the city with scooters. If you want to see European side of Istanbul you can use ferry. Our location called Kadikoy you can search.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We have a space for you!

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

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