Jean-Michel

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

-Beach and enjoying warm weather
-Having local foods
-Meeting a great combination of locals and travelers
-Language exchange
-Meeting new people
-Building Community
-Food adventures

Description

*** January 2026 - I am looking for a Workaway opportunity in the month of February 2026, ideally in Europe.

I'm a dual passport holder from the EU(France) and the US. I was born and raised in Los Angeles. looking to meet new people and seek out new adventures/experiences. I have taught tennis for 15 plus years along with a few other things.

Over the last two years, I have done a mix of Volunteer work(mostly within hospitality) along with travel within Latin America and Europe. I am always keeping my eyes open to positions within hospitality and to build community.

*2024- After 6 months in South/Latin America, I am keeping my eyes open for Workaway Paid opportunities in Europe starting for Spring, 2025 until early Fall, 2025 within the Hospitality field.

Here are a few experiences I've had in 2025:

1. Volunteered at a Language School in a small rural part of Colombia, helping kids with English.

2. Volunteered at a Hostel in Merida, Mexico

3. Volunteered at Coliving locations for remote workers in Oaxaca, Mexico & San Cristobal, Mexico.

4. Dec. 2024 to Feb. 2025) I am working/volunteering at a small hotel in Dominical, Costa Rica.

5. February 2025 I volunteered at a Capsule/Pod type hotel in Baja California, Mexico

6. From May to November of 2025, I was the Head Tennis Pro at a Hotel/Resort in Zakynthos, Greece.

I am an experienced traveler who has many years accommodating people. Love hosting and Tour guiding etc. Open to all sorts of creative opportunities as well along with house/pet sitting.

Interests

Nature

Self development

Outdoor activities

Music

Languages

Cooking & food

Events & social

Culture

Charity work

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I am interested in helping others with conversational English. I am also looking to practice more Spanish. I’m hoping to be fluent within the next 2-3 years at the latest.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Hospitality/Tourism

Light maintenance

Creative DIY projects

Languages

Teaching

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Life at a Farmstay

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Some knowledge of:  

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Helping around the house

Charity Work

Babysitting and creative play

Art Projects

Being an elderly companion

Animal Care

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

Prior experience/skills include:

-Running walking tours for Santa Monica Hostel(Los Angeles)
-Event Planning(ran a party rental and organizing events dealing with Venues, social media etc)
-Little Bartending(for private parties)
-Some social media experience
-Food Sales/Vending at a very busy/fast paced Farmers Markets
-A lot of experience dealing with kids and people of all ages
-Proactive/Common sense and dealing with many people of all personalities
-Teach Tennis(15 plus years experience as my main job)

I do not have handyman experience such as electrical, construction, painting etc. At the same time, I was a college athlete and have no problem doing physical work involving being outside or on my feet for hours.

*My biggest strengths involve me being a team player, my entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to consult/help based on what I see/hear. I’ve become the producer of a documentary and investor in a Brewery based on the belief I had of the other’s vision and passion for what they were doing. I am a visual learner and open to helping if you can help me get started.

Age

41

What else ...

I am well versed in many sports and have taught tennis for over 15 years.

Also love live music, all types of food and warm beach areas. With that being said, I am quite adaptable whether it’s a busy city or small town.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements