Abigail

United Kingdom
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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
Currently living in Norfolk and looking for a summer paid opportunity
My next destination:
Norway
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Description
Hello! I'm Abi, a happy and outgoing woman currently living in Norfolk. I have spent the past few years working and travelling around Europe in my campervan which I converted myself. Prior to that I spent 15 months in Central and South America, 6 years working in the Middle East and London and 17 months on my first 'round the world trip'.

I have been using the Workaway platform since 2009 after graduating from University and have worked on a large variety of projects; painting, cleaning, gardening, husky tours, cafe assistant and many more!

I grew up bilingual in Dutch and English, have conversational level Spanish but my French is a little rusty though I have been able to practice the past several months.

I'm the type of person who will give almost anything a go as I love a challenge and trying something new is always a good thing! I am a quick learner, pay attention to detail, get stuck in with enthusiasm and can take initiative.

I particularly love the outdoors, hiking mountains, cooking (I spent a weekend at Ballymaloe last year) and walking our family dog.
Interests
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Sailing / Boating
DIY & crafts
Animals
Hitchhiking
Culture
Adventure sports
Events & social
Cooking & food
Photography
Hiking
Sustainability
Pets
Mountain
Languages
Camping
Outdoor activities
Cycling
Books
Van life
Nature
Languages spoken
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
DIY and building projects
House sitting
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Languages
More details about your skills
I have a Msc Chemistry from the University of Edinburgh, a full driving licence, am fluent in Dutch, speak a little French and my Spanish is at conversational level.

Making others feel welcome is something that I love to do. I grew up in a household that always had people to stay so feel that it's second nature to me. In my spare time I love to entertain friends and family for dinner.

I've spent a total of 8 years working in the business world so am good with numbers, responsibility and appreciating different cultures and customs from across the world. It also means that I can work independently and pull together in a team.
I'm a hard worker and like to do any job that I'm given to my very best ability. I have what is typically described as a 'bubbly' personality and love meeting/interacting with new people and sharing stories.
Age
40
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  Trying to reduce meat consumption and increase on veggies but I like all foods

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1 Oct 2018

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Abi bravely joined us in the middle of winter in the Andes mountains after several years living in the middle East! She was very efficient, learned quickly our ways of life, many manual things such as cutting wood and caring for nearly 50 huskies. Not to mention thorough cleaning of the cabins and her friendly and positive attitude. Thanks for all… read more

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22 Sep 2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with horses and huskies ...)

I found this volunteering opportunity about a year ago and after reading all the reviews could not have been more excited! It came as a surprise therefore that the atmosphere was quite tense.
From the online description of the work I had envisaged it would be a real teamwork event but there was a bit of a divide between us (myself and the other… read more

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22 Jan 2018

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Thank you so much Abi! We really appreciate your contribution to the team. You are an amazing team player and a great organizer. Always willing to step up and take care of things. We will miss you here. We wish you all the best in your travels. ! :)

(Excellent )

22 Jan 2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Tourism project for producers ...)

Oh where to begin? Spent 6 amazing weeks here. Working at the café can be quiet or busy, you just never know, which makes it all the more fun! You also get to know all the regulars pretty quickly so it doesn’t take long before you feel part of the community. Tyron was an excellent and fair manager and really there to help make sure you have the… read more

(Excellent )

1 Sep 2010

Left by Workawayer () for host (Welcome in France ! In the ...)

I had a fantastic stay with Brigitte and Philippe. They have the most amazing property and live in a gorgeous area of France of which you will get plenty of opportunity to visit thanks to their generosity!
The food is wonderful and traditionally French and the company is great too - I had a lot of fun with Brigitte.
And my French has certainly… read more

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31 Aug 2010

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Abi is a person very dynamic wha savours life every other minute which does not count her time and her generosity.
We liked o share these weeks with her and hope that she will come back see us to intend it to tell her adventures again and share an excellent tiramisu !

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1 Oct 2018

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22 Sep 2018

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22 Jan 2018

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22 Jan 2018

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1 Sep 2010

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31 Aug 2010

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9 Aug 2010

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Abi was our first “workaway” helper, and when we found this web link we were hoping to have an exchange where both parties felt it was an enjoyable experience - which is what we felt this site was hoping to achieve. We’re not “clock-watchers” and with Abi’s maturity and intellect, we felt we could trust her to organise her own agenda. Her… read more

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5 Aug 2010

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help appreciated between ...)

I had the most amazing workaway experience with Cherry and Chris!If you want to learn something new or get stuck in with what you already know this is place to be whilst feeling like you are in a home away from home.
You'll also enjoy the most excellent company, food and have a lot of fun whilst also being introduced to the local way of life and… read more

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8 Aug 2010

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Yes, Abi is right, you get to stay in a quality gite with a swimming pool which normally costs hundreds of Euros per day. As regards hour worked, naturally we expect Workaways to work the hours they promised to do. We are pretty easy going compared to some other hosts in the area.

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8 Aug 2010

Left by Workawayer () for host (New Property in the Forest of ...)

Tony and Madeleine are a very welcoming couple and I was lucky enough to stay in the beautiful gite with the swimming pool. There are usually other workaways staying at the same time or with other families in the area which is a lot of fun!
However do bear in mind that you will have to provide 2 meals a day for yourself and to check that you have… read more

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