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We are a family of 3 living in beautiful Durango, Colorado. We take trips to Italy every year and are motivated to learn the language and teach it to our 4 year old daughter, Emma. I (Tracy) used to guide bicycle tours in Piedmont and Tuscany, so I already have a base for the language but I could still use a lot of help and would love to find someone who can help my daughter and I to practice Italian. We own and operate an Italian restaurant in town and organize community Italian conversation groups, which might be of interest to you. We welcome someone who also has an interest in helping with our home garden and other yard projects. Mostly though, I would like to find someone who is willing to teach my daughter and I Italian and practice with us.
We live right by a trailhead with lots of hiking and biking trails. We are also just a few blocks from the grocery store and the trolley that can transport you downtown. We have an extra bicycle that we can loan to you if biking is your preferred mode of transportation. Durango is very bicycle friendly and it's a small enough town to get around to most places by bike.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will have access to all the amazing things that Durango has to offer - great hiking/biking trails, restaurants, and river sports. Durango really has it's own laid-back, friendly, outdoorsy culture and we would love to introduce someone to it! This can be a great learning opportunity for someone hoping to improve their English as well. We are happy to show you around and introduce you to our friends and favorite places.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
If you are fluent in Italian and love kids let’s talk! I’m hoping to find someone who can help my daughter and I with Italian! I also host an Italian conversation group in town with other Italian speakers so it would be great to have you join us!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
I would like to learn Italian but that is hard to do in this Colorado mountain town! I can offer a free place to stay in exchange for Italian tutoring
Accommodation
We offer a private studio apartment with a desk and good wifi. You will have your own space and privacy with your own small kitchen and bathroom and we also will welcome you into our home for shared meals and gatherings.
What else ...
Durango is a beautiful mountain town (and also expensive to visit!). This would be a great way to visit a beautiful place with a free place to stay and with locals who can give you insider information on activities, trails, restaurants, etc...
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
You will have your own private space with good wifi
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
2-3 hours a day, 5 days a week
