Raphael

& Karina

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Description

We are Karina and Raphael, a couple from Perth, Australia. We have been together for 12 years and have travelled a lot together. A year ago we spent a year travelling and did Workaways in Italy, Switzerland, Turkey and Canada. All have been unforgettable experiences.

We began training at the gym together, and now enjoy many different activities to improve our minds and bodies. We train regularly, run, hike, swim and love spending time outdoors. Eating healthy, tasty and more sustainable foods has been a growing passion.

At home we meet up with friends regularly to play board games, have a beautiful adopted cat and hope to spend some time with other animals while we travel.

Karina -I am a personal trainer, online coach and nutritionist. I have previously worked selling cheese, gelato and travel, so I have always had an interest in the world and its foods. I work on my own business while we travel but have plenty of time for my Workaway tasks . I love learning what makes every place unique and sharing a laugh with everyone I meet. I love cooking, and as a nutritionist can provide healthy balanced meals for any diet preference.

Raphael - I was originally born in Switzerland and have lived most of my life in Perth, Australia (Swiss/Australian Dual Citizenship). I am passionate about sustainability and travel and have a Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a Graduate Certificate of Renewable Energy Technologies. I really enjoy working with my hands and have recently been learning more about Gardening, Permaculture, Woodwork, Tree Planting and Farming.

Interests

Events & social

Writing

Carpentry

Yoga / Wellness

Technology

Self development

Sustainability

Nature

Outdoor activities

Pets

Plant care

Music

Mountain

Languages

Farming

Fitness

Gardening

Hiking

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Culture

Cooking & food

Charity work

Books

Camping

Beach

Animals

Art & design

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
German: Beginner

More details about my language interests
Karina - I have studied Italian and can converse fairly easily. I want to improve my language skills. I have experience teaching English. Raphael - I have some basics in Italian and German and would like to learn more.

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Charity Work

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

Light maintenance

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Some knowledge of:  

Art Projects

Animal Care

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

House & pet sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

More details about your skills

Karina - I am a fitness coach and nutritionist. I studied Italian and computer science at university. Running 2 of my own businesses I am quite good at managing websites and all of the content design that goes into them. My art skills are quite abstract but I enjoy all art projects. I am good at cooking simple delicious food. Excellent cat patting skills.

Raphael - I am a qualified Mechanical Engineer with an interest in Renewable Energy and Sustainability. I enjoy working with my hands and am interested in developing my skills in gardening, farming, permaculture and natural building. I play guitar with around 10 years of experience and enjoy learning new instruments. I also have experience in Solar, Air Conditioning and 3D Design.

Age

35 & 34

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
  Lower dairy diet, but eat everything else