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Description

Hello everyone!

I’m a 49-year-old traveler with a degree in food engineering, although my professional life took a different direction. Instead of working in my field, I moved into the construction sector, where I already had some background through my family. Building on that, I started and ran my own business for 15 years, gaining strong hands-on experience and practical skills.
After many years in business, I decided to step away a few years ago and pursue a more meaningful and flexible lifestyle. Since then, I’ve been traveling as much as I can, embracing a nomadic way of life and a slower pace, taking time to connect with people, experience different cultures, and learn as I go.

Besides my shorter trips across various European, Balkan, and Middle Eastern countries, I also spent a year living in Belgium, which was one of my first longer experiences abroad. After quitting my business, I continued this journey in 2020 by living in South Africa for a year, followed by traveling through several neighboring countries. I’ve also spent time in Southeast Asia across multiple trips, about two years in total. During those stays, I volunteered on different projects—mostly through spontaneous opportunities rather than formal platforms—helping with gardening, maintenance, and day-to-day tasks. And I spent two summers volunteering at a friend’s campsite and bungalow business on the coast in Turkey, helping with a variety of daily tasks, including maintenance, basic guest support, and general upkeep.

I’ve always enjoyed growing my own vegetables whenever I had the chance, and I’m very interested in learning more about eco-friendly and sustainable ways of farming.

I’ve recently started a longer journey through South America, hoping to explore different countries, stay longer in places through volunteering, and take time to understand the cultures and build meaningful connections.

Interests

Cooking & food

Mountain

Sustainability

Politics / Social justice

Photography

Nature

Outdoor activities

Languages

History

Hiking

Gardening

Farming

Events & social

DIY & crafts

Culture

Carpentry

Camping

Books

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Kurdish: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Life at a Farmstay

Light maintenance

More details about your skills

I’m quite handy and comfortable with light construction and renovation work, including carpentry, basic repairs, and farming tasks. I have a practical mindset, enjoy problem-solving, and like working with my hands.
Through my past experience and volunteering, I’m also used to helping with a variety of day-to-day tasks such as gardening, general maintenance, and keeping places clean and organized. I’m happy to adapt to different kinds of work depending on what’s needed.
I’m reliable, easygoing, and adaptable, and I’m happy to help wherever needed. I enjoy practical work, learning new skills, and being part of a positive and respectful environment.

Age

49

What else ...

I’m planning to stay in South America for a longer period, so I’d really like to improve my Spanish, which I’ve been learning on my own for some time.

I’m open to learning new things, experiencing different cultures with an open mind—without comparison or judgment—and building genuine connections along the way. At the same time, I’m happy to share my knowledge of construction, my own culture, food, and travel experiences.

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  Special dietary requirements