Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
I love getting to know local people and cultures. I am a food lover and happiest in nature, especially by the sea. I also enjoy hiking, camping and getting intentionally lost!
My next destination:
France View all
Description
I am a keen traveller and whenever I visit new countries I have always enjoyed volunteering the most. My friends say I smile a lot, and I believe you need to put out positive actions to have a full happy life.
Immersing myself in the local culture, meeting local people and trying new food is what makes me tick. I am very keen to share knowledge and skills at the same time as travelling!
I am a qualified Occupational Therapist whose speciality is working with children when in the UK, and I live by the seaside in Brighton. My interests include sea swimming, cooking for friends and family, and making bread, art and nature.
I am currently visiting Brazil.
Couch surfing references: https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/melissaspurkis/references
Interests
Languages
Events & social
Writing
Yoga / Wellness
Vegetarian or vegan
Dancing
Gardening
Photography
Plant care
Music
Beach
Cooking & food
Charity work
Art & design
Camping
Outdoor activities
Nature
Culture
Books
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Intermediate
French: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Art Projects
Teaching
More details about your skills
I have experience working as Occupational Therapist and with teaching adults and children. I love being outdoors and meeting new people. I have worked in a hostel in Peru, helped plant an organic farm in India and worked in lots of bars and cafes around the world.
I have lots of passions, I love being creative with art, cooking and I am very practical. I am interested in yoga and would like to share my passion of this with others.
Age
39
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
noSpecial dietary requirements
Vegetarian
Feedback
I felt much stronger and connected to the nature after a days work, and ready to relax in the hammock. I really enjoyed cooking for everyone and learning how to make tarts! I loved how passionate Mathias and Herman… read more
Maria and Teresa and all the Hostel family made me feel so welcome- it was hard to leave!
Thank you all so much, I always had someone to ask for help if I needed it when working on the reception, and I think my Spanish improved greatly and continues to… read more
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Feedback
I felt much stronger and connected to the nature after a days work, and ready to relax in the hammock. I really enjoyed cooking for everyone and learning how to make tarts! I loved how passionate Mathias and Herman… read more
Maria and Teresa and all the Hostel family made me feel so welcome- it was hard to leave!
Thank you all so much, I always had someone to ask for help if I needed it when working on the reception, and I think my Spanish improved greatly and continues to… read more
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