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Travelling
My next destination:
South Africa - from Dec 2022 until Mar 2023 View all
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Hi there, I am a qualified Fine Artist, Art and English teacher, with experience working in the UK, South Africa, South East Asia and Tunisia. I love people and places, photography and food and naturally want to help people wherever I am, highly enthusiastic and inquisitive. I spent some time in France and Belgium. Now I am in Northern Ireland, I am also willing to do anything practical like gardening, cooking, cleaning; mostly I love working with paint.
My special interest is the ancient and modern archaeological history and monuments in Europe and I aim to see as many as I can. If you are looking for a creative and hardworking, friendly volunteer, I am that person.
Check my profile. In 3 years I did 35 workaways in South America and Europe, including England and Northern Ireland. Please invite me. 🙂
Interests
MountainBeachNatureYoga / WellnessDancingHikingCharity workFarmingGardeningSustainabilityAnimalsPetsLanguagesArchitectureArt & designDrawing & paintingDIY & craftsWritingBooksMusic
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Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Languages
General Maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
DIY and building projects
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Art Projects
More details about your skills
Teacher, Art, textiles and English. Cooking, embroidery, quilting and patchwork. Gardening, working with tourists, eg hostel work, reception work, internet, computers, editing in English for websites and advertising, mapdrawing for tourist spots. I have recently added mosaic work to my skill set and can tile a bathroom wall or floor now, crazy paving work with recycled pieces of tiles and kitchenware.
Teaching young children.. drawing, English conversation. Helping with any Art related projects. History based work. Research assistant. Housework, shopping.
Age
69
What else ...
I want to learn to speak Spanish and French.
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
penicillin and shellfish, wheatSpecial dietary requirements
healthy food
Feedback
14/08/2022
Left by host for Workawayer ()
This was just our 2nd time having a workawayer stay & Caroline stayed for just over a month. We weren’t totally prepared for her coming as we’d moved business premises yet Caroline adapted to this with the fortitude that only someone who has depth of character could. As she was from a different culture to us it was interesting to hear of her life… read more
(Excellent
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14/08/2022
(Come join our family, share ...)
My time with Dorothy, Davey, the family, dogs, goats, turkeys, chickens...and their extended family was rather special.
The property is extensive so there is lots to do. I was able to choose tasks and my daily routine was flexible and comfortably doable.
I worked in the poly tunnel with lots of help from son number four, who is now an additional… read more
The property is extensive so there is lots to do. I was able to choose tasks and my daily routine was flexible and comfortably doable.
I worked in the poly tunnel with lots of help from son number four, who is now an additional… read more
(Excellent
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03/07/2022
Left by host (Help in our garden and some ...) for Workawayer ()
We were pleased to host Caroline for almost three weeks while she weeded our organic vegetable garden. She was very thorough and took pride in leaving the beds (and paths) totally weed free and tidy and was interested in our no-dig and chemical free system She used her own initiative, leaving us free to catch up with other work and she also… read more
(Excellent
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03/07/2022
Ny circumstances changed suddenly and I needed a host for about 2 weeks. Barbara and Oliver kindly invited me to stay and work in their vegetable gardens, which are extensive.
Bambridge is is a lovely part of Northern Ireland and Barbara was so generous of her time, showing me all her favourite places in the surroundings, as far as Kilkeel and the… read more
Bambridge is is a lovely part of Northern Ireland and Barbara was so generous of her time, showing me all her favourite places in the surroundings, as far as Kilkeel and the… read more
(Excellent
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02/07/2022
Left by host (Help us with daily life and ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline was a great volunteer to have here , she is very keen to help and gives her all in every task she tackles.
She was here for 6 weeks and I enjoyed her company and the many chats we had and programmes we watched together.
Highly recommended
She was here for 6 weeks and I enjoyed her company and the many chats we had and programmes we watched together.
Highly recommended
(Excellent
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27/06/2022
Rosaleen invited me to come for 6 weeks, and it has been an absolute pleasure to work in her garden, get to know her, enjoy the surroundings and spend time with the two cats...who, by the way, run the household.
Rosie is great company, is kind and accomplished at making you feel at home, and one talented lady.
The work is easy, varied and never… read more
Rosie is great company, is kind and accomplished at making you feel at home, and one talented lady.
The work is easy, varied and never… read more
(Excellent
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14/08/2022
Left by host for Workawayer ()
This was just our 2nd time having a workawayer stay & Caroline stayed for just over a month. We weren’t totally prepared for her coming as we’d moved business premises yet Caroline adapted to this with the fortitude that only someone who has depth of character could. As she was from a different culture to us it was interesting to hear of her life… read more
(Excellent
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14/08/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Come join our family, share ...)
My time with Dorothy, Davey, the family, dogs, goats, turkeys, chickens...and their extended family was rather special.
The property is extensive so there is lots to do. I was able to choose tasks and my daily routine was flexible and comfortably doable.
I worked in the poly tunnel with lots of help from son number four, who is now an additional… read more
The property is extensive so there is lots to do. I was able to choose tasks and my daily routine was flexible and comfortably doable.
I worked in the poly tunnel with lots of help from son number four, who is now an additional… read more
(Excellent
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03/07/2022
Left by host (Help in our garden and some ...) for Workawayer ()
We were pleased to host Caroline for almost three weeks while she weeded our organic vegetable garden. She was very thorough and took pride in leaving the beds (and paths) totally weed free and tidy and was interested in our no-dig and chemical free system She used her own initiative, leaving us free to catch up with other work and she also… read more
(Excellent
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03/07/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help in our garden and some ...)
Ny circumstances changed suddenly and I needed a host for about 2 weeks. Barbara and Oliver kindly invited me to stay and work in their vegetable gardens, which are extensive.
Bambridge is is a lovely part of Northern Ireland and Barbara was so generous of her time, showing me all her favourite places in the surroundings, as far as Kilkeel and the… read more
Bambridge is is a lovely part of Northern Ireland and Barbara was so generous of her time, showing me all her favourite places in the surroundings, as far as Kilkeel and the… read more
(Excellent
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02/07/2022
Left by host (Help us with daily life and ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline was a great volunteer to have here , she is very keen to help and gives her all in every task she tackles.
She was here for 6 weeks and I enjoyed her company and the many chats we had and programmes we watched together.
Highly recommended
She was here for 6 weeks and I enjoyed her company and the many chats we had and programmes we watched together.
Highly recommended
(Excellent
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27/06/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help us with daily life and ...)
Rosaleen invited me to come for 6 weeks, and it has been an absolute pleasure to work in her garden, get to know her, enjoy the surroundings and spend time with the two cats...who, by the way, run the household.
Rosie is great company, is kind and accomplished at making you feel at home, and one talented lady.
The work is easy, varied and never… read more
Rosie is great company, is kind and accomplished at making you feel at home, and one talented lady.
The work is easy, varied and never… read more
(Excellent
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07/06/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Enjoy the outdoor life with ...)
So sorry this feedback is late, it is no reflection on the wonderful family, Phoebe, Tim and the kids, the friends I met and the extended family members.
I had to return to England suddenly and had urgent problems to solve.
Now, for the feedback
Both Phoebe and Tim are great hosts, making me feel completely at home.
I came to work in the garden.… read more
I had to return to England suddenly and had urgent problems to solve.
Now, for the feedback
Both Phoebe and Tim are great hosts, making me feel completely at home.
I came to work in the garden.… read more
(Excellent
)
12/04/2022
Left by host (Help us with some gardening ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline spent a couple of months with us at the start of the year and has recently returned for a second stint. Caroline is an interesting and well travelled individual with lots of life experience and stories to tell. She set about work in our gardens and grounds with great gusto and dedication. She gets great pleasure from doing everything well… read more
(Excellent
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01/03/2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help us with some gardening ...)
Penny is a fantastic host and Shropshire has won my heart. I planned and stayed with Penny, her mom, Janet, two dogs, full time staff and other workaways for 6 weeks.
This is a rural, tranquil setting, including lovely people, a calm and relaxing atmosphere with occasional moments of excitement when the dogs went off for jollies and had to be… read more
This is a rural, tranquil setting, including lovely people, a calm and relaxing atmosphere with occasional moments of excitement when the dogs went off for jollies and had to be… read more
(Excellent
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30/11/2021
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help rescue our lovely old ...)
This has been a memorable November, in the Cotswolds, with Rosemary, G and their family.
What a warm welcome to this lovely arty family, full of life, energy and lots of fun.
I came to do some gardening and was pleased to have a new toy to try out. I bought a small kneeling stool for the weeding and I am super pleased with it...sitting on it,… read more
What a warm welcome to this lovely arty family, full of life, energy and lots of fun.
I came to do some gardening and was pleased to have a new toy to try out. I bought a small kneeling stool for the weeding and I am super pleased with it...sitting on it,… read more
(Excellent
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11/09/2021
Left by host (Family home - constructing, ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline stayed with us for 3 weeks and a half and quickly became part of the family. She is a warm and open minded person and shared many of her travel adventures. Working with her went fluid because she communicates in a direct way and thinks pro-active about which works can be done. She helped us with various things: from organizing the house… read more
(Excellent
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09/09/2021
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Family home - constructing, ...)
This was a fulfilling experience with Anna, Bram and their family. The extended family, their friends, the cat, the chicken, lots of crows. Loads of open space, gardens, little nooks to sit in the sun or the shade.
The work was easy and it is super to see results..removing nettles, weeding, sanding and oiling the wooden doors. Also accompanying… read more
The work was easy and it is super to see results..removing nettles, weeding, sanding and oiling the wooden doors. Also accompanying… read more
(Excellent
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01/08/2021
Left by host (Help a family of artists, ...) for Workawayer ()
Where to start...
Caroline is an absolute pleasure to have around, in every way. She is highly motivated and anticipates work to be done - a fairly rare quality. I would think, 'must put the washing out to dry' and it would already be done! She really gets into the spirit of the projects to be done and offered practical and sensible ideas.… read more
Caroline is an absolute pleasure to have around, in every way. She is highly motivated and anticipates work to be done - a fairly rare quality. I would think, 'must put the washing out to dry' and it would already be done! She really gets into the spirit of the projects to be done and offered practical and sensible ideas.… read more
(Excellent
)
31/07/2021
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help a family of artists, ...)
This has been one of my favourite experiences, Kate and Mark are perfect hosts, they are organised and clear about what needs to be done, but are so flexible and gave me every opportunity to work to my strengths.
I was able to paint window frames on the ground and first floors, paint some garden furniture, create a stick sculpture for the giant… read more
I was able to paint window frames on the ground and first floors, paint some garden furniture, create a stick sculpture for the giant… read more
(Excellent
)
19/07/2021
Left by host (Family looking to meet ...) for Workawayer ()
My experience with Caroline as a workawayer was wonderful: she spent 10 days with me and managed the painting of the doors. She was very effective at work and helped me a lot. This experience was also a very nice human meeting and we had very good exchanges. Caroline started learning french and even tryied again to bike. We also shared nice meals… read more
(Excellent
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18/07/2021
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Family looking to meet ...)
Marie agreed to my visit very late and it turned out to be outstanding. Marie and I clicked, immediately felt comfortable together and straight away decided that the priority for my time there would be to paint the doors and doorframes.
The work was easy and we had lots of laughs, with handles fitted upside down, doors lugged up and down the… read more
The work was easy and we had lots of laughs, with handles fitted upside down, doors lugged up and down the… read more
(Excellent
)
24/03/2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help within a family ...)
Thank you Junior, Paula, and all your family and staff.
I had an incredible stay with this generous and welcoming family. Although we had talked about painting, there was lots of garden work, which I love. So I offered to help weed and do some transplanting. Lots of watering too as that part of the country was very dry then.! I worked in the… read more
I had an incredible stay with this generous and welcoming family. Although we had talked about painting, there was lots of garden work, which I love. So I offered to help weed and do some transplanting. Lots of watering too as that part of the country was very dry then.! I worked in the… read more
(Excellent
)
18/03/2019
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Carolina, fue un placer conocerte.
Por 45 días Fue voluntaria en Hostería. Se encargó del jardín y le dio vida, con mucha paciencia regaba las plantas y las limpiaba. También ayudó a que el jardín se expanda. Siempre se manejó con una buena conducta, en su trabajo fue pro activa, integra y se notaba que amaba lo que hacía.
Ten la seguridad… read more
Por 45 días Fue voluntaria en Hostería. Se encargó del jardín y le dio vida, con mucha paciencia regaba las plantas y las limpiaba. También ayudó a que el jardín se expanda. Siempre se manejó con una buena conducta, en su trabajo fue pro activa, integra y se notaba que amaba lo que hacía.
Ten la seguridad… read more
(Excellent
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24/03/2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Looking for volunteers who ...)
Quentin was a last minute host for me as some changes meant I was in Puerto Lopez longer than planned. We agreed that I would stay for 10 days and do some painting.
Quentin has just begun using workaway so there was lots of space to organise how we would work together so that we were both happy. I had my own room which was great with a shared… read more
Quentin has just begun using workaway so there was lots of space to organise how we would work together so that we were both happy. I had my own room which was great with a shared… read more
(Very good
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05/03/2019
Left by host (Looking to volunteer in a ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline is a very nice person and delightful workawayer. Also, she is an independent and very social person and did things with the other voulenteers and guests. She was very careful in the beginning, but as we got to know eachother she got very active.
Caroline stayed in our house for long time helping us to paint murals inside of our dorms and… read more
Caroline stayed in our house for long time helping us to paint murals inside of our dorms and… read more
(Excellent
)
05/01/2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Looking to volunteer in a ...)
Thank you Artie for an excellent month with you in Huaraz.
I had so much fun. It was so easy to help you design and paint 7 murals based on Chavin culture for your hostel.
The hostel was comfy, the staff were great and everyone made my stay a pleasure.
The town is easy to navigate, the fresh market is well stocked with a huge variety of food and… read more
I had so much fun. It was so easy to help you design and paint 7 murals based on Chavin culture for your hostel.
The hostel was comfy, the staff were great and everyone made my stay a pleasure.
The town is easy to navigate, the fresh market is well stocked with a huge variety of food and… read more
(Excellent
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05/01/2019
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help with various projects at ...)
A week of painting in paradise. This has been one of my highlight workaway experiences. I was pleased to find this last minute host in Zorritos. On the beach at an interesting establishment with lots of artistic projects and wonderful and imaginative use of driftwood from the sea. I slept in a tent and was provided with all my meals.
The… read more
The… read more
(Very good
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30/11/2018
Left by host (Bioconstruction and recycling ...) for Workawayer ()
El intercambio con carolina estuve muy lindo, ella es una persona muy dedicada, creativa y responsable. Dejo unos trabajos artisticis memorables y siempre daba alegria a toda la casa con su buen humor y sus conversaciones. Muy recomendado!
(Excellent
)
29/11/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Bioconstruction and recycling ...)
I had the best time here with Lucie and Pablo, all the other residents, Travellers, volunteers, children and the cato. A special environment for challenges, learning, exchange of ideas, lots of fun, Hernan's amazing and inventive vegetarian cooking and of course the city of Arequipa and all it has to offer.
I was lucky to be able to create three… read more
I was lucky to be able to create three… read more
(Excellent
)
29/11/2018
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Caroline stayed with me 2 month. In this time she helped me with everything what was needed in house and garden in an incredible responsible way. Very quickly she adopted herself to people and my dogs, who just loved her. As an artist she did wonderful work here. She painted a wonderful portrait of Frida Kahlo and did a lot of paintings of flowers… read more
(Excellent
)
28/10/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Join me at my beautiful ...)
What a wonderful workaway experience and Patricia is so generous and a superb host. I felt at home straight away and Patricia made every day special.It was a real challenge to paint a copy of Frida Kahlo for Patricia to add to her collection, and I made some small pieces using inspiration from the Bolivian garden. I enjoyed the space in a physical… read more
(Excellent
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24/10/2018
Left by host (help in my department in ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline, es una persona muy recomendable, de nuestra confianza, colaboradora y siempre atenta y de buen humor, esperamos verla de nuevo
(Excellent
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21/08/2017
Left by Workawayer () for host
(help in my department in ...)
Thank you Nadia, Javier and Julia, it was wonderful to spend this time with you in Patagonia, Nuequen. I have had some surprising experiences with the live volcano and the working farm of your Friend Edgardo, it was fascinating to meet the Jewish community and attend a special youth event. Thank you for your kind and generous hospitality.
For… read more
For… read more
(Very good
)
03/09/2018
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Caroline volunteered with me during the month of August and I very much enjoyed her staying with me. We cooked and cleaned together, had good conversations, watched nice films, did some sightseeing. She helped me take care of my house and garden, making sure that my plants were sufficiently watered the days when I worked outside my house and she… read more
(Excellent
)
01/09/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help building an Eco-Lodge in ...)
I spent a month with Ute, to do some art projects and I had a great time.
We collaborated on three projects, all of which were really successful and enjoyable. There is a young puppy just beginning her training which was also fun, trying to avoid sharp teeth and nails was essential.
I enjoyed the quiet time available to do some contemplation and… read more
We collaborated on three projects, all of which were really successful and enjoyable. There is a young puppy just beginning her training which was also fun, trying to avoid sharp teeth and nails was essential.
I enjoyed the quiet time available to do some contemplation and… read more
(Excellent
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12/08/2018
Left by host (Experience a home away from ...) for Workawayer ()
Caro estuvo con nosotros por un mes.
Lo hemos pasado genial junto a ella. charlando, aprendiendo ingles, mientras ella aprendía español. Muy graciosa y amigable
Creo que todos subimos un par de kilos con sus tortas y cenas ^^
Esperamos que la pases de maravilla en tu viaje y que más personas conozcan a tan magnífica persona
Lo hemos pasado genial junto a ella. charlando, aprendiendo ingles, mientras ella aprendía español. Muy graciosa y amigable
Creo que todos subimos un par de kilos con sus tortas y cenas ^^
Esperamos que la pases de maravilla en tu viaje y que más personas conozcan a tan magnífica persona
(Excellent
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05/08/2018
Left by host (Be part of our natural ...) for Workawayer ()
Caroline stayed with me for 3 weeks...- a time full of creativity, chatter and laughter.
Carol is an amazing person with great ability to adapt.
She layed a beautiful mosaic on our floor and decorated the outer walls with tasteful graffity.
She also helped with mud mixing and cobbing around a doorframe. She even did a bit of pottery.
Always… read more
Carol is an amazing person with great ability to adapt.
She layed a beautiful mosaic on our floor and decorated the outer walls with tasteful graffity.
She also helped with mud mixing and cobbing around a doorframe. She even did a bit of pottery.
Always… read more
(Excellent
)
30/07/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Be part of our natural ...)
Highly recommended for a unique and genuine off-grid experience.
I stayed with Martina at Utopia, near Seclantas for three weeks. Sadly, Johan, also a South African was away so I did not meet him.
I felt at home immediately and am so thrilled that I was invited to do a mosaic art project for the beautiful hobbit house, made of adobe and local… read more
I stayed with Martina at Utopia, near Seclantas for three weeks. Sadly, Johan, also a South African was away so I did not meet him.
I felt at home immediately and am so thrilled that I was invited to do a mosaic art project for the beautiful hobbit house, made of adobe and local… read more
(Excellent
)
25/05/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Learn to grow your own food, ...)
What a great choice for a period of time spent in reflection, good exercise, making connections with fantastic human beings, eating excellent food and on top of all that, having an island as a playground, fresh tuna straight from the sea onto your plate and archeological wonders by day and the incredible Milky Way by night; sunrise swimming and… read more
(Excellent
)
04/05/2018
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Caroline spent a week with us, helping in my handweavery shop in Frutillar. She is very good company, likes a good laugh, has a lot of themes to speak about, is creative and helped me a lot in the shop. I wish all the best to caroline , in her life and on her travels, and would take her whenever she wants as a volonteer again. Best wishes !!!
(Excellent
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16/04/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help me to sew in Frutillar ...)
Thanks to Kathrin for the last minute invite. I spent an amazing time with her and Carlos in a beautiful town and such a wonderful environment. Kathrin shares her studio and knowledge freely and even encouraged me to do some experiments. I hope she enjoys wearing the bum warmer I designed from off cuts of her fabulous woven garments. Lovely… read more
(Excellent
)
12/04/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help me with my hostel and ...)
Elena is a lovely kind and thoughtful person with great knowledge of the local communities, the properties of plants and their benefits and amazing energy.
I stayed nearly three weeks and witnessed the building of her new centre. I was privileged to meet her Brother and his Wife and we all worked .. myself on art projects and very little at the… read more
I stayed nearly three weeks and witnessed the building of her new centre. I was privileged to meet her Brother and his Wife and we all worked .. myself on art projects and very little at the… read more
(Excellent
)
11/02/2018
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help out in a German-Chilean ...)
Thank you Marisol, Lucas, Toby, owner family, Amelia , housekeeper, Eva, Ettiene, Gabi - volunteers.
This was an awesome experience for me with a fab team of volunteers and wonderful family owned B&B, including the best ever housekeeper.
Emma the dog also has a special place in my heart and my introduction to pisco sour has been an enjoyable local… read more
This was an awesome experience for me with a fab team of volunteers and wonderful family owned B&B, including the best ever housekeeper.
Emma the dog also has a special place in my heart and my introduction to pisco sour has been an enjoyable local… read more
(Excellent
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22/12/2017
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help us babysitting in our ...)
Kent provided an excellent opportunity for me to learn about being flexible and working with a group made up of French, American, and Peruvian and Argentinian volunteers. I enjoyed the challenges and found my evening shifts a great way to enjoy the days out in Cusco with all its culture and lively activity and also to contribute to the successful… read more
(Very good
)
22/11/2017
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Caroline has been at our hostel for 10 days, she makes good work, she is good company, charismatic. Caroline is dependable, she always finishes her work on time. She has helped the staff with their English and done some communial cooking with other volunteers in the hostel.
Caroline has been helpful with the English speaking customers or guests,… read more
Caroline has been helpful with the English speaking customers or guests,… read more
(Excellent
)
11/10/2017
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Join me and my 4-legged ...)
Wow, what a positive and enjoyable experience. I was not sure how to cope with seven dogs but I knew I would get on with my German host as I like to be organised. Ariane is set up extremely well for having volunteers and all the tasks and methods for doing everything is carefully and helpfully explained. As I adjusted for the first few days Ariane… read more
(Excellent
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10/10/2017
Left by host (Join me and my 4-legged ...) for Workawayer ()
Coroline was with us for 5 weeks and she got well integrated. She is a very positive and inspiring person always has a good mood and always finds independent work that needs to be done. She always has a helping hand and took a lot of work from me. She was working in the house and garden, and she gave the dandelion the battle. She is also a good… read more
(Excellent
)
27/08/2017
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Help at our hostel house in ...)
I came for a Long weekend, Thursday to Monday, to do some mural painting. What a lovely family with great support and encouragement . We had a fabulous time designing a fishy theme for the bathroom, and I completed two walls to everyone's satisfaction. We celebrated a birthday and I was invited to enjoy asado with family and friends. There was… read more
(Excellent
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