About Lois Orekoya

Hong Kong

Countries visited

20+
(and counting)

Languages

English, Mandarin, French

Expertise

Creative Writing & Storytelling, Coaching

Passions

Singing, Nature Walks, Enjoying the Little Things, Creativity

Lois Orekoya is a global citizen, a creative storyteller, a quick thinker, and an organizer. Growing up in Singapore, Chengdu, Suriname, and Hong Kong, she is well accustomed to the international lifestyle and carries a mixture of cultures.

She is a free spirit. Having worked with Workaway before as a marketing content writer, she's often inspired by travelers' stories and experiences. She loves interviewing, coaching, and educating about creative writing and creativity.

While she dreams of traveling more, she’s been blessed to have traveled to some unique places, including the vibrant island of Barbados. She’s excited for future travels and continuing to explore life, as she keeps building her creative coaching initiative A Story We Tell.

Blog posts by Lois Orekoya

12 great yoga experiences for travellers around the world

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Imagine just unwinding your body and resting your mind, while being surrounded by good energy in a spiritual environment… now that’s paradise for us. And lucky for us, we can enjoy the relaxation of doing yoga, while at the same time travelling and discovering the world!

Conscious travel: Experience a different kind of Caribbean beach adventure

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Have you been to many beautiful and remote places in the world, but somehow still feel as if something is missing? Are you looking for a way to travel where you can connect with the communities and be a part of it, or even give back a little?

Workaway Gift Guide: 4 people in your life who need this Christmas present!

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If you’re struggling for holiday gift ideas this year for the travel lovers in your life, how about giving them an entire year's worth of adventures, that they get to choose and experience just the way they want to?

From traveller to home explorer: a workawayer's adventures in quarantine

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Meet our latest Workawayer of the month, Zsuzsa, a shining example of how to keep the spirit of Workaway alive in the midst of quarantine. Bubbly and bright as ever, she tells us how she continues to be influenced by her Workaway experiences, how she draws support from her “host families” across the globe as well as indulging her wanderlust by contemplating future Workaway adventures waiting for her on the horizon!

Workaway team in quarantine: Our 20 Best Self Isolation Quotes

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We know it’s easy to get stuck in the heaviness of everything that’s been going on lately around the world, so we wanted to bring you some positivity :).. These are some of our favourite quotes for when you need a little pick-me-up during quarantine!

Workaway life during lockdown

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None of us imagined the current global pandemic, but here we are. As travellers, hosts and workawayers this is a huge shift! However, we’re all in this together so we wanted to share a few tips on how to stay inspired even while in quarantine!

Five solo female travellers to inspire your next adventure!

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Imagine giving up your normal routine and taking a chance at something new? What about travelling around the world for two years straight? Here are some amazing women who inspire us all to take that jump and make our travel dreams come true!

Five questions to ask yourself before your first Workaway experience!

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Looking to see the northern lights in Finland or Machu Picchu in Peru? Deciding on the country we want to go to might sound like a no-brainer, but it’s also very important to keep in mind what you’re looking for long-term! Let us help with the main questions you might have before heading out to your first Workaway experience…

Career skills I learned during my Workaways that changed my life!

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We chat with Milton who’s been curious about the world since a young age. He eventually packed up his bags, quit his job and started travelling the world! Through Workaway he picked up quite a few new skills, including some that got him his current job in Italy. We’re excited to see what other journey’s he’ll be taking!

Delicious and simple recipes for travellers around the world

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Cooking while travelling is not just a great way to save money, but it also connects us to those around us! So join us as we explore some of the most delicious, simple, and culturally relevant meals and treats. Let’s get cooking!

Why Travelling Brings True Happiness Not Buying Things

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Ever wondered why when you first see something new and shiny, it’s all you could’ve ever wanted…until it’s not? The more we buy, the more we want, whereas experiences become memories we’ll almost always get to keep. Memories that stay with us over the years, and age with us as we grow! Often giving us a brighter outlook on life and the stories we tell when we’re older.

10 Best Destinations For Solo Female Travellers

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Just you and the ‘open road’ and there’s nothing quite like it! Being in a new country all by yourself may seem daunting at first- but it’ll be worthwhile when you get to meet new people and make life-long memories. Here are some of our favourite safe countries for solo-female travel so you can start planning your trip!

The Best Ways To Find Ridiculously Cheap Flights

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Travelling the world is an exciting experience that brings us life in a more vibrant way, but getting to your destination isn’t always that affordable! We know there are many age-old tips and tricks to finding cheap flight deals, but for you, we’ve gathered some of the smartest ways to find the BEST flight.

Go for your passions like Alice and see how life surprises you!

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Going for your dreams or something you’re passionate about is not always that simple or easy – but nowadays with such a big world and lots places to see, there’s more opportunity than ever to take that leap of faith and go for your dreams! Alice shares with us how she took this leap for herself by following her passion, that eventually led her to finding true love…

8 reasons why house sitting is the way to see the world

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Want to stay in an idyllic house for free at your dream destination? Grab all these wins with one of the many house sitting projects on Workaway. Explore the special spots of your travel destination and enjoy your home away from home.