Elias

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Activities i am interested in:

I want to learn new languages, play the guitar, and deepen my knowledge of the arts in general. I also want to learn basic manual skills, including agriculture, painting, carpentry, and mechanics.

Description

Hello! I’m Elías from Costa Rica.
I come from a family of farmers and electricians, so from a young age, I have worked in the fields with farm animals, as well as in repairs, renovations, and home construction. I initially studied Hotel Management at a Tourism school, but life took me on a different path, and for the past 15 years, I have been working in IT Network Security Engineering.
This year, I have decided to make a change, learn a new language, explore different cultures, and develop new skills. I recently discovered Workaway thanks to a traveler in La Fortuna de San Carlos, and I felt it was the perfect time to travel and embrace new experiences.
I consider myself good at making genuine connections with people, something I have developed in Costa Rica, a tourist-friendly country where I am used to interacting with people from all over the world.
I feel fortunate because I learn quickly and I’m highly motivated to improve my skills in German, Italian, French, or any other language. In return, I can teach Spanish and English; I also speak Portuguese. Additionally, I can share my knowledge in network security.
1: I am an adventurer at heart; I love hiking and the beach. Also, my bicycle is practically an extension of my body.
2: My first trip was to Disney World as part of a language exchange program to learn English. During that time, I worked as a lifeguard, at the front desk, as a bellman, and as a concierge, performing various tasks in Disney World parks in Orlando, Florida.
My goal now is to continue learning from life, discovering new cultures, and exploring sustainable ways of living. I want to learn new languages and develop skills in areas such as carpentry, cooking, baking, permaculture, and more.

Interests

Nature

Team sports

History

Plant care

Technology

Van life

Self development

Farming

Sustainability

Culture

Carpentry

Languages

Music

Books

Gardening

Camping

Fitness

Mountain

Dancing

Adventure sports

Water sports

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Cycling

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I would like to learn German,Italian or French. I can teach Spanish and English.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

Charity Work

Languages

DIY and building projects

Hospitality/Tourism

Creating/ Cooking family meals

House sitting

Helping with Computers/ Internet

General Maintenance

More details about your skills

I studied Hotel Management, which provided me with a solid foundation in hospitality, customer service, and administration. My first trip was a language exchange program in Orlando, at Disney World. However, life led me to specialize in IT Network Security Engineering, where I gained advanced technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.

I am a self-learner and always eager to keep learning. I have an interest in gaining some cooking skills, as well as gardening and agriculture, and I enjoy hands-on work such as carpentry, among others, which allows me to apply my creativity and manual skills.

Age

40

What else ...

Pura Vida !

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  Allergies
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  Special dietary requirements
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