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Hi there!
I'm Mariana, a Portuguese wanderer on the lookout for exciting projects, innovative ideas, and folks making the world a sunnier place. Fueled by purpose, just point me to any sustainability, conservation, or social innovation initiative, and you'll have my full attention!
Addicted to immersing myself in new cultures and connecting with people, I've traveled, worked, and volunteered in several amazing countries, including Mexico, Cuba, Italy, Spain, Croatia, Morocco, Cape Vert, the USA, the Dominican Republic, Seychelles, and more.
As a slow and conscious traveler, I savor the essence of a place and spending time with locals. I bring a mix of skills, and I'm someone reliable, mature, calm, and embracing simplicity. Nature is my ultimate happy place, and you'll often find me outdoors.
My strong desire is to contribute to positive change, encouraging respect for all beings and nature. With a people-oriented personality and an eagle eye for detail, I feel right at home experimenting with new vegetarian recipes in any kitchen or turning places into art projects through DIY or upcycling. I love dancing (especially Latin beats), practicing yoga, trying out water sports, and basically doing anything that involves movement.
Let's connect and create something meaningful together!Interests
Yoga / WellnessWater sportsVan lifeSelf developmentVegetarian or veganSustainabilitySailing / BoatingNaturePlant carePetsOutdoor activitiesMusicMountainHitchhikingHikingGardeningEvents & socialDIY & craftsDancingCulture
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
Learning languages enriches us, and I find authentic beauty in each one. I am particularly interested in developing proficiency in Arabic.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
GardeningBabysitting and creative playBeing an elderly companionGeneral MaintenanceLife at a FarmstayHelping around the houseArt ProjectsHelping with Computers/ InternetTeachingSome knowledge of:
DIY and building projectsCreating/ Cooking family mealsHospitality/TourismAble to teach about:
Eco ProjectsAnimal CareCharity WorkLanguagesMore details about your skills
Some skills in Short:
• Creative Side: Photography and Design
• Cooking Enthusiast (some say "quite tasty")
• Tour Guide
• Customer Service
• Reception
• Volunteering and Venue Management
• House and Pet Sitting
• Babysitting
• Gardening
Long Version:
I can work in both structured and creative environments, always striving to improve and deliver my best. With a background in tourism and the service industry, I am comfortable with customer service, reservation management, stock control, client requests, operations, team management, partnership creation, and event organization.
My involvement in diverse environmental and social projects, such as Immigrants Support, Animal Welfare, Women's Rights, and Sustainable Community Developments, has equipped me with valuable skills in Community Engagement, Event Planning and Coordination, Project Management, Networking, Research and Analysis, Fundraising, Volunteer Coordination, and Interpreter/Cultural Liaison.
On the practical side:
• Culinary Skills: I'm adept at cooking, with a focus on vegetarian and vegan dishes. Anything with "raw," "fermented," or "dehydrated" piques my interest.
• Creativity in Renovations: I enjoy working on new details for places, particularly when the budget is tight, as it sparks more creative ideas.
• Child Interaction: With experience in babysitting and projects involving children, I bring dynamic and pedagogical ways to engage with kids.
Pet Comfort: Growing up around rescued animals and currently hosting about 40 cats and dogs, I'm comfortable with both petsitting and housesitting while traveling.Age
30
What else ...
Looking forward to doing the best in your project :)
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
noSpecial dietary requirements
Vegetarian (never a problem for anyone, as I usually take the "side dishes")
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Mariana is very smart, active, helpful, supportive with a very open minded and full of ideas person.
She helped me a lot in my project, very flexible and even working more hours than she should do!. In spite of she is limited to working hours but she really cares a lot and never regretted accepting her as my… read more
With his enormous heart and hospitality, you'll feel right at home and never overwhelmed or pressured. He is very knowledgeable and willing to share insights about Bedouin and… read more
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Mariana is very smart, active, helpful, supportive with a very open minded and full of ideas person.
She helped me a lot in my project, very flexible and even working more hours than she should do!. In spite of she is limited to working hours but she really cares a lot and never regretted accepting her as my… read more
With his enormous heart and hospitality, you'll feel right at home and never overwhelmed or pressured. He is very knowledgeable and willing to share insights about Bedouin and… read more
Siempre bienvendia mi hermanita portuguesa!