Profile information
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Travel information
We are currently
Travelling
Activities we are interested in:
Getting to know the locals. See amazing sights. And eating the food.
Our next destination:
Vietnam - from Feb 2026 until Dec 2026 View all -
Description
We’re people who enjoy meeting new faces and settling into everyday life wherever we are. We like being useful, pitching in, and helping out where we can.
James was a teacher and is a natural with people. He’s patient, hard-working, and happy to get stuck into whatever needs doing. Chrissy brings creativity, photography, organisation, and a genuine interest in people and places.
We both enjoy good conversation, shared meals, a bit of laughter, and feeling like we’ve contributed at the end of the day. -
Interests
Van life
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Farming
Culture
Charity work
Writing
Plant care
Photography
Languages
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books
Blogging
Art & design
Architecture
Yoga / Wellness
Team sports
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Fitness
Camping
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentMore details about my language interests
Fluent English speakers. And happy to teach haka which is traditional Māori. -
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Charity Work
Eco Projects
Being an elderly companion
Light maintenance
Creative DIY projects
Able to teach about:
Teaching
Light gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
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More details about your skills
Shared
• Gardening and homesteading
• General help around the property
• Reliable, hard-working, and easy to live with
Chrissy
• Cooking (confident, from-scratch, happy feeding groups)
• Photography (documentary style, people and places)
• Youth work experience
• Leadership and facilitation experience
• Organised and good with people
James
• Practical, hands-on problem solver
• Basic repairs and maintenance
• Teaching background
• Patient, calm, and good at explaining things -
Age
57 & 53
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What else ...
James has a passion for any sport and loves to coach.
We have raised 6 very successful children and done up several houses. -
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
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Feedback
Robbie is a fantastic host. His communication is clear and warm, and his passion for what he is building here is infectious. He is incredibly generous - with his time, with access to the … read more
James assisted me with so much—coaching, teaching, cooking, cleaning, and more. But he's far greater than that: he brings everyone together and has a unique ability to make you and everyone around him feel truly seen and valued.
Chrissy
Chrissy has an amazing talent for breaking down complex needs into easy-to-follow processes. As I just … read more
The good: the village is beautiful, the children are wonderful, and the idea behind this project is … read more
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Friends
Feedback
Robbie is a fantastic host. His communication is clear and warm, and his passion for what he is building here is infectious. He is incredibly generous - with his time, with access to the … read more
James assisted me with so much—coaching, teaching, cooking, cleaning, and more. But he's far greater than that: he brings everyone together and has a unique ability to make you and everyone around him feel truly seen and valued.
Chrissy
Chrissy has an amazing talent for breaking down complex needs into easy-to-follow processes. As I just … read more
The good: the village is beautiful, the children are wonderful, and the idea behind this project is … read more
