Profile information
Travel information
We are currently
Travelling
Activities we are interested in:
We’re currently in the U.S. but heading to Japan in June. Interested in content creation, cooking, photography, videography, gardening, hiking/nature/camping, and cultural exchanges!
Our next destination:
Thailand - from Oct 2025 until Nov 2025 View all
Description
We are Daycia & Bryan!
Hi there! ☀️ I’m Daycia or Day! I am a professional photographer and video creator from the U.S. After living and teaching English in Korea for three years, I had planned to start my Workaway journey in 2020, but like many, life had other plans. Now in 2025, I’m finally returning to the adventure, this time with my husband by my side!
My love for travel took off when I moved to Japan to study abroad in 2012. I was instantly hooked, meeting people from all over the world, learning about different cultures, and stepping into a whole new way of life!
I have several years of experience teaching children both in the U.S. and abroad. I'm certified in organic vegetable gardening and currently completing a 100-hour Permaculture Design course.
My focus is on community building and growing together, so whether I’m helping in the garden, creating social media content, taking pictures, teaching English, or supporting events, I love contributing to meaningful projects that align with sustainability, children, creativity, and connection!
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Aloha! 🌺 I’m Bryan, a professional chef from Hawaii specializing in Hawaiian, Asian, and plant-based cuisine. I have a deep love for creating delicious, nourishing meals that make people feel good. My passion for cooking began in high school after a friendly bet with a friend, and I’ve been in the kitchen ever since.
I’ve worked in a variety of restaurants across Houston and developed a cooking style that’s all about flavor, balance, and joy. I love sharing recipes, cooking for others, and learning about ingredients from different cultures. Outside the kitchen, you’ll usually find me hiking, spending time with my dog, and connecting with nature. As someone from Hawaii, I also enjoy sharing Hawaiian culture with others. I'm really looking forward to having meaningful conversations and meeting new friends!
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🌍 Why Workaway?
We value personal growth, community, and meaningful connections with people from all over the world.
We decided to start our journey in Japan, a place that feels familiar to us. I, Daycia, speak some Japanese, which makes it a great starting point! From here, we hope to travel across Asia, Korea (where I've lived for 3 years), Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, and more!
After that, we’d love to make our way to New Zealand, Africa, and Europe! We’re so excited to connect with people along the way.
To us, community is essential for human connection and thriving. Through our travels, we hope to build deep relationships and contribute by sharing our skills in content creation, photography, gardening, cooking, and more! (:
Let’s grow, connect, and create something beautiful together 🌱
Interests
Fashion or beauty
Videography
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Farming
Events & social
Culture
Books
Languages
Writing
Performing arts
Photography
Drawing & painting
Plant care
Art & design
Cooking & food
Gardening
Beach
Mountain
Yoga / Wellness
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Camping
Nature
Fitness
Blogging
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Korean: Intermediate
Japanese: BeginnerMore 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.
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Helping around the house
Charity Work
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
DIY and building projects
Some knowledge of:
General Maintenance
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Gardening
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
House sitting
More details about your skills
Photography
Videography & YouTube storytelling
Social media content creation (TikTok, Instagram, Reels, UGC)
English teaching (in-person and online, kids to adults) 10+ Years experience
Photoshop, Lightroom & graphic design
Certified in Organic Vegetable Gardening/Permaculture Design
Vegan & plant-based chef (restaurant-level experience)
Menu planning & meal prep (for retreats, events, or groups)
Cooking classes & food education
Food photography & plating
Gardening & composting
Hiking guide or outdoor support
Open to learning and helping with general maintenance or DIY
Age
34 & 35
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
No allergies!Special dietary requirements
We prefer plant-based meals, but we understand that it may not always be fully accommodated depending on the location. Daycia is more flexible, but Bryan is open if needed too.
