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Description
There is much to explore in this area which is rich in history and culture. You can go inland to beautiful hilltop villages. The transport system is cheap and available regularly. I spend my time between the boat and my house which is in Soliera (Apuana).
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The area is rich with history with La Spezia city nearby, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre, The poets Shelly and Byron lived nearby.
The scenery here is beautiful and there are lots of nice walking areas. The house is around 550 years old and is situated at the bottom of the Apennine mountains.
Help
General cleaning and polishing at my boat. It is a classic and needs constant TLC.
The help that I need doing is light, nothing complicated, general cleaning and varnishing.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I must improve my Italian.
Accommodation
Accommodation is on the boat or at my house depending on the weather, some pictures are shown below. You can cook for yourself or eat out with me, the choice is yours. The boat has a toilet, shower and private cabin and is moored on a private marina near Sarzana which has members toilets and showers.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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