Maddeleine Jessie

& Alexander

Travel information

We are currently

Activities we are interested in:

Currently in Qatar

Description

Kia Ora! (Hello)

Welcome to our profile - Maddie and Al from Auckland, New Zealand.

We are a couple from New Zealand travelling Europe - We are interested in sustainable ways of living and learning from those who choose to live a life close to nature. We both love animals and have a dog back home "Nonny" who is being cared for by our family and we miss her dearly.

We have kept a garden in New Zealand for many years and are passionate about growing and cooking our own food. We are well-practiced at caring for animals, plants, and preparing healthy family meals!


- Al (Alex/ Alexander)
I was raised in the Waitakere Ranges Rainforest in Auckland, New Zealand and have a passion for nature and the outdoors. I have lived and travelled extensively throughout the Pacific, South East Asia and Europe. I love to meet people, learn about different ways of life and experience new cultures.

I travelled through Europe in 2019 and enjoyed number of excellent Workaway experiences including:
-Working on a permaculture farm in Pula, Croatia assisting with gardening and building mud bricks
- Picking quince and berries at an orchard in Oleron Island, France to assist with Jam making and preserves.
-Assisting an elderly couple with property maintenance and building in La Rochelle, France

I would love to share the Workaway experience with Maddie as I've found it is the best way to authentically experience new cultures, build genuine connections and access remote and untouched nature.

I have a strong work ethic and initiative which allows me to work independently and find additional ways I can help out around the place.

I have worked in construction, landscaping, house painting, clearing forests/ cutting trees down and a variety of property maintenance roles. I am comfortable using a range of power and hand tools. I enjoy physical work and labour to keep my body strong and get a lot of satisfaction out of making a tangible contribution and progress to my host's project.

In my spare time I love to get outdoors, surfing, swimming and hiking, no surprise these are also my favourite things to do while travelling! I'm outgoing and love to meet new people and share stories about passions, ideas, community, healthy habits, music and lifestyle. I enjoy starting my day with 20-30 mins of breathwork, meditation and yoga to centre myself and value quality sleep and rest so I can work hard during the day and give my best effort to whatever I'm doing.

I'm passionate about cooking and love learning new recipes, I'm a very tidy person who recognises the importance of uncluttered spaces contributing to an uncluttered and mind.


- Maddie (Madeleine)

I've lived in Aotearoa (New Zealand) my whole life, with 1 year abroad working for the ski resort Whistler Blackcomb in BC, Canada.

Like most here, I'm an enthusiastic traveller passionate about adventure and new experiences.
I thrive on meeting new people, learning about different ways of life, and contributing positively to the communities I visit.

With a background in outdoor retail, and corporate advertising, I don't shy away from hard work or getting my hands dirty.

Coming from New Zealand, I have always had a strong drive to experience our world and dive head-first into each experience that comes my way. The idea of stepping into someone's daily life and contributing to their projects, and being part of a community excites me. Whether it's helping on a farm, assisting with a community project, or engaging in creative tasks, the opportunity to learn new skills and adapt to new environments keeps me motivated and inspired.

Happiness, for me, often comes from simple experiences. I find joy in nature, whether it's hiking, skiing, being out/or in the water, working in the garden, or simply taking the dog for a walk.
I am always drawn to animals, meeting new people and sharing stories over a meal.
I also love the feeling of accomplishment that comes from hard work, especially when it's shared with others.
Some of my favourite activities include: swimming, skiing, hiking, gardening, caring for animals, cooking and baking.

Growing up with a vegan mother who owned a bakery, I am well equipped to whip up healthy and delicious vegetarian and vegan meals, though I am also known to cook a mean steak.
My idea of a lazy afternoon is being left alone in the kitchen with a new baking project, and a houseload of people to enjoy the finished product.

In an ideal world, I would love to live close to nature. Somewhere with plenty of animals, trees, plants, rivers, lakes, mountains (with snow in the winter) etc.

I am always clean, tidy and considerate of others. Usually, my housemates refer to me as mum hahaha.

I appreciate a relaxed lifestyle and place a high importance on maintaining balance and mental well-being.

Interests

Self development

Carpentry

Nature

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Sustainability

Cooking & food

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Winter sports

Water sports

Plant care

Pets

Mountain

Music

History

Hiking

Gardening

Farming

Culture

Books

Adventure sports

Camping

Animals

Languages spoken

English: Fluent

Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:  

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Being an elderly companion

Charity Work

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Able to teach about:  

Gardening

General Maintenance

Creating/ Cooking family meals

More details about your skills

Maddie
- Cooking (Vegetarian, Vegan, and meat)
- Baking
- Animal Care
- Ski Instructing
- Gardening
- Hospitality
- Childcare
- Marketing


Al
- Cooking
- Gardening
- Physical Labour
- Landscaping
- Panting
- Animal Care
- General Property Maintenance

Age

27 & 28

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