Karina

Netherlands
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I am currently
Travelling
Activities i am interested in:
? In a lot of things
My next destination:
New Zealand
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Description
People, animals, nature and taking the day as it comes inspire me. Every day is full of surprises. I love to travel, to discover parts of the world anywhere. I am a student for life. Professionally I worked the last twelve years as a teacher at a high school, teaching Dutch language and literature. Before that I was a (golf)journalist/photographer, a marketeer in the golfbusiness and I had a career in the hospitality business. I speak also French, German and Italian (Italian I have to practice more -:)). I love to create or to feel satisfied after a good day of (physical) work. I am a mother of a 23 year old super daughter, who loves to coach me in traveling since I quit my job this August.
Interests
Pets
Camping
Architecture
Videography
Outdoor activities
Music
Van life
Astronomy
Books
Languages
Plant care
Events & social
Cooking & food
Culture
Yoga / Wellness
Politics / Social justice
Water sports
Vegetarian or vegan
Sailing / Boating
Sustainability

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Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
More details about my language interests
At the University of Amsterdam I studied Dutch language and literature. The last 13 years I worked as a teacher at highschools in Amsterdam (Cygnus Gymnasium and KKC) and I worked with adults teaching Dutch as a second language so I can teach you my language, but also English! On the other hand I would love to learn any other language like Portuguese or to speak better Italian.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Being an elderly companion
Life at a Farmstay
Art Projects
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
I am a quick learner, not at all clumsy and interested in crafts and nature. So I love to do many things like taking care of animals, children, gardens, houses, kitchens (cooking), organizing and helping in building small projects etc. etc.
Age
65
What else ...
Since a year or so I rediscovered the chess game. If someone could teach me while playing together, I would love it. I am a swimmer, love to drive cars and ride bicycles. I am a reader and a writer, know something about wines and cooking.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  I don't eat animals

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25 Apr 2024

Left by host (Help with some outdoor ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

Karina stayed with us for 3 weeks and during that time she did a variety of tasks for us. She is a very competent organiser and cleaner and carried out her jobs diligently. Karina helped with our vintage and seemed to enjoy this work. Her strengths and interests are varied and many an interesting conversation was shared. Would recommend Karina to… read more

(Very good )

9 Apr 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Ocean views over Northland, ...)

Three weeks I spent at Shushila’s place and after a while - in the mean time another workawayer Kaia joined us - I got used to the way Shushila does things and lives her life, which made me enjoy my stay to the full. She is very friendly, makes lovely food and can really work hard which can be quite challenging. The jobs you’re asked to do are not… read more

(Excellent )

24 Mar 2024

Left by host (Ocean views over Northland, ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

Karina was very committed to working her hours on the property, and I appreciated her dedication. She is a good cook, positive, cheerful, and good company. She always helped cleaning up, inside and out, and shared my afternoon beach adventures joyfully. I would recommend her to others.

(Excellent )

9 Apr 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Helping in our garden and ...)

For almost two weeks I stayed at Christina and Kelly’s place and I enjoyed it to the full. They took me in last minute because my host in Nelson suddenly cancelled our agreement. Christina and Kelly are unconventional, friendly, hospitable and generous people who love to share their life. The tasks they asked me to do were very easy and there was… read more

(Excellent )

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25 Apr 2024

Left by host (Help with some outdoor ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

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9 Apr 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Ocean views over Northland, ...)

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24 Mar 2024

Left by host (Ocean views over Northland, ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

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9 Apr 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Helping in our garden and ...)

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13 Feb 2024

Left by host (Help us on our farm very ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

Karina was with us for a week in February and helped us with a variety of tasks in that short period. She often worked outside helping us to organize various spaces on the property, using tools like a rake, shovel, wheelbarrow. She helped us muck out a stall and repair a fence. She was dedicated to completing the tasks and was able to follow… read more

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10 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Help us on our farm very ...)

Dear Laura, I want to thank you and Emanuele again for the opportunity you gave me to stay at your place and for the trust I experienced during my stay at your home. All in all I had a special and good week doing the different jobs. Thank you so much for your sincere kindness. I really wish you all the luck, health and love in the world! 🍀 ❤️

(Very good )

7 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Experience the Umbrian ...)

I stayed at this superior beautiful place one week in stead of the three-and-a-half weeks I planned to be there. To be clear: we did not match. Communicating with Anne is not that easy because she acts very busy. I loved the tasks though! I did some video editing and outdoor work like wood sawing and pruning, making a path. I stayed in a room in… read more

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29 Jan 2024

Left by host (Look after rescued farm ...) for Workawayer (Karina)

Karina è una perfetta workawayer, la sua forza, allegria ed entusiasmo fanno di lei una donna davvero speciale.
È colta, elegante, raffinata ma sa anche fare i lavori più umili come pulire lo sterco di cavallo...è una vera Milady!!!!
Abbiamo trascorso insieme momenti davvero indimenticabili ed è entrata subito a far parte della nostra famiglia.… read more

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20 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Look after rescued farm ...)

If you manage to end up here, you’re lucky! Host Dania, her artistic family ánd all the animals are the best! From the first moment I was there, they made me feel at home. They took very good care of me, as they are hospitable, friendly, social, relaxed.. I had so many laughs with Dania. She is really briljant! She also took me to her yoga class.… read more Lidia is the sweetest mom and the best Italian cook with all her varying dishes every day. I had so many unforgettable moments! On the beach we (brother Dante and we three women) searched for old Roman coins (found one!), we went to the honourable University of Messina because mom and daughter, both succesfull artists, received a certificate of service to the city…on my third day we celebrated a birthday with friends eating cake and singing songs!
Fresh eggs from the chicken, lemons, oranges en mandarins from the trees, for me to pick up… the surrounding of the place is really stunning with its views of the mountains at one side, and at the other of the Street of Messina where you can see the lights of Calabria’s Villa San Giovanni. These views made me feel so happy. Every morning seeing the sun climbing up against the sky… Okay, almost every day, in winter rain finds this area too!
To stroll around the city of Messina is a lot of fun, there are lots of intesting places (Il Duomo, Art Museum with two Caravaggio’s), and also a vegan restaurant! Go there! But I also visited the Eolian islands (by ferry), explored Catania, went to Reggio in Calabria and visit small villages (Ali Terme, Taormina, Cefalu) with beautiful beaches along the coast. The bus stop to the city is next door.
And last but not least: the animals! I really fell in love with all of them. Taking care of Penelope, Paride (horses), goats Arthur and Melino, special force (haha) Johnny and NakNak, the Ara’s, the chicken, the roosters, the inseparabile (lovely colorful small pappagalli) and the turtles is no punishment! Every morning was a feast to me.
I made friendship with all dogs, but big Nikita…she is so terribly sweet! She loves caresses!
This was my first very long workaway experience, I stayed here for almost seven weeks. The cosy studio (with stove, needed in the evenings in December and January) and a fully equiped kitchen gives you a lot of privacy which made my stay a very special and lovely experience. The shower and toilet are separated, but that never bothered me. I really enjoyed the quiteness. Mille, mille grazie, sweet Mondello’s, I will come back one day!

(Excellent )

13 Mar 2023

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host (Help us to create a little ...)

Teresa was my first host! I worked with Teresa in her small village in the outskirts of Villa San Giovanni in May 2022 and had a great time! We cleaned up the winecellar and bottled the wine. Teresa also took me several times to her friends and showed me the most beautiful places in Calabria. Teresa is very cheerfull and open. I experienced the… read more

(Excellent )

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