Ilenia

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

I'm travelling to improve my English and Spanish, learn new skills and meet people.

Description

Hi! I’m a calm and creative person who enjoys both quiet moments and good conversations. I appreciate simple rhythms, collaboration, and genuine connections with people.
I’ve already had some solo travel and volunteering experiences, which have helped me become more independent, adaptable, and comfortable meeting new people. I enjoy being useful, sharing everyday life with others, and learning through practical experiences.

I love animals and feel especially at ease in natural environments and small communities. I’m also interested in craftsmanship, creative projects, gardening, and learning DIY skills. I’d like to explore more sustainable and self-sufficient ways of living.
In my free time, I enjoy drawing, photography, and exploring the surrounding area. I’m curious, patient, and always happy to learn something new.

Over time, I’ve had different work experiences, and these taught me the value of responsibility and attention to detail.
I'm still figuring out what direction I want to take professionally, and whether I want to follow just one path. I value the freedom to explore different interests and possibilities.
At this stage of my life, I feel the need to slow down and spend some time in nature and within a community, where I can contribute with commitment and respect.

Interests

Vegetarian or vegan

Van life

Self development

Politics / Social justice

Pets

Movies & TV

Farming

Plant care

Photography

Music

Languages

Gardening

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Cooking & food

Books

Art & design

Animals

Winter sports

Outdoor activities

Nature

Camping

Languages

Languages spoken
Italian: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I’m interested in improving my english and learning spanish properly.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Languages

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

House & pet sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Art Projects

Animal Care

Helping around the house

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

I'm happy to contribute to creative and hands-on projects.
I enjoy painting and I know how to use an airbrush.

I can help with tidying up, keeping spaces clean and organized, gardening, food preparation and everyday tasks.
I enjoy cooking simple, homemade meals. I'm not an expert, but I like learning and experimenting.

I love animals and last winter I volunteered for 5 months at a dog shelter in my city in Italy, where I took care of daily routines such as dog walking and cleaning kennels.
This year I volunteered for 3 months at a hostel, where I handled daily cleaning and also took care of a small old dog.
I I'd also love the opportunity to learn how to care for different kinds of animals.
This summer, I took part in 2 WWOOFing experiences on eco-farms, where I helped with the vegetable gardens and prepared vegan meals for the other volunteers.

I've explored different career paths over the years, discovering new interests along the way, from makeup artistry and furniture retail to food preparation and 3D design.

Age

30

What else ...

I also enjoy board games, crochet, 3D printing, and ice skating.
I like getting better at my hobbies, but I don't feel the need to be particularly good at everything I try.

I have fond memories of travelling with my parents and younger sister in a camper van when I was younger. I'd love to have one of my own someday and travel around the world, or at least explore more of Europe.

Some more information

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements
  I'm vegan, although I occasionally eat vegetarian food.