Profile information
Travel information
We are currently
At home
Our next destination:
New Zealand - from Jan 2026 until Apr 2026 View all
Description
I look at the world through the lens of a land use planner, and am naturally curious about how and where people live. I enjoy travel that allows me to learn deeply. For example, my husband, Roland, and I taught English in China for two years - this was a great opportunity to get to know (some) Chinese people and explore their cultures and landscapes, while serving a useful purpose. The educational exchange brought us great pleasure. We recently returned from six months of backpacking through India, during which we got to know people and helped Workaway hosts on a farm and in a tour company.
Roland and I are great cooks. Roland is a French-trained chef and later received his teaching degree and taught middle and high school English. We're comfortable in both urban and rural environments. We are now planning to visit New Zealand for several months in early 2026.
Interests
Sustainability
DIY & crafts
Drawing & painting
Nature
Camping
Beach
Water sports
Cycling
Self development
Writing
Plant care
Pets
Outdoor activities
History
Hiking
Farming
Culture
Dancing
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Gardening
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Languages
More details about your skills
I've got a tremendous work ethic and throw myself into everything I take on. I'm good at seeing the big picture and will follow both instructions or creatively seek solutions that will allow me to accomplish my goals. I'm good at cleaning and organizing things. I like being outdoors and caring for plants and animals. I learn quickly and am good with crafts. I'm a good communicator. I've lived happily in both dense urban environments and off the grid where water had to be hauled from a well, showers were outdoors with buckets, books were read at night by candlelight, and "toilets" were dug. Roland is an excellent cook. In addition to teaching English, he has taught theater and journalism. He has taught himself to play guitar and paint, and can play just about any sport.
Age
58 & 66
What else ...
Roland and I are great travel companions and life partners. We're neat, respectful, attentive to detail, and flexible. We've got stories to share, but are also good listeners.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
No.Special dietary requirements
None. We're adventurous eaters and love Indian food.
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