Join our family on a sailboat and explore the Caribbean islands near Sánchez, Dominican Republic

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  Description

  We're a family of three—our son Elio (who will be 4 by the time we set sail), my spouse Gregory, and me, Katerina. We're looking for a warm, proactive person to join us in the Dominican Republic and sail with us through Puerto Rico, the USVI, BVI, St. Martin, Turks and Caicos, the Abacos, and the Bahamas.
  
  Four years ago, we traded our Miami house for a 48-foot catamaran, and we've been traveling ever since. Right now, the boat is hauled out in Aruba for some maintenance, but our next big adventure begins once we cross to the Dominican Republic—and that's where you'll come aboard.
  
  What we're looking for:
  
  · A caring, responsible person who loves children and is excited to support Elio's growth and curiosity (experience with Waldorf/Montessori/RIE is a big plus)
  · Someone proactive who takes pride in keeping spaces clean and organized
  · General help with tidying up and maintaining a comfortable living environment onboard
  · If you also enjoy cooking, that's a wonderful bonus—but it's not a requirement
  
  What we offer in return:
  
  · A private cabin with a queen bed and bathroom
  · All food and living expenses covered onboard
  · Sailing instruction, if you're interested in learning
  · An unforgettable journey through some of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean—with plenty of time for paddleboarding, snorkeling, swimming, and exploring
  
  This is a help-exchange arrangement: you cover your travel to the Dominican Republic (and onward from the Bahamas at the end), and we cover everything once you're aboard—food, accommodation, and a truly life-changing experience.
  
  You'll be a perfect fit if you:
  
  · Love the water and don't get seasick
  · Are proactive, organized, and tidy
  · Enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle
  · Are open to learning, contributing, and being part of a small, close-knit crew
  · Genuinely enjoy being around children and supporting their development
  
  Most of our time will be spent at anchor, enjoying island life—but when we sail, we sail together. We're also looking for someone who enjoys meaningful conversation and genuine connection.
  
  If this sounds like the adventure you've been dreaming of, we'd love to hear from you. Come be part of our floating home!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Teaching

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Videography

  

  Sustainability

  

  Technology

  

  Self development

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Events & social

  

  Culture

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Performing arts

  

  Music

  

  Gardening

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Art & design

  

  Architecture

  

  Photography

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Books
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We will be sailing the Caribbean visiting several beautiful beaches, anchorages and coves and we will be able to meet other fellow cruising boats along the way.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We would like help with our son, someone who loves playing and engaging with meaningful activities with toddlers, every day boat tasks, cleaning, cooking and help while sailing interchangeably.
  
  We will teach and show you how to sail and troubleshoot issues as and if they arise.

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  Languages spoken

  Greek: Fluent
  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  You will sleep and rest in your own bright clean and full of light guest cabin with a queen bed in our comfy sailing boat.
  
  We will do meal planning together and we love and welcome all cuisines but we are light on meat. We prefer to prepare meals from scratch with fresh ingredients a lot of fruits and vegetables and legumes. We love healthy eating habits.

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  What else ...

  You can fish, swim, take a walk on a beach or go outside in a port when we are at a port or town.
  
  The captain of the boat will share rules that apply to safety.

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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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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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