Mélanie

France
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I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Belgium - from May 2025 until Dec 2025
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Description
I'm a curious wanderer who loves the little things in life (that are not so little), nature, animals and culture, among many other things. I'm open-minded and up for many different kinds of adventures and experiences; professionally and personally. I have lived for years in Ireland, Belgium and France so far, and I love to discover the world and its treasures, including its wonderful people from everywhere! I've been a part of multiple volunteering projects so far; helping, learning and growing my skills set and my personality. I don't see Workaway as a way to travel with free accommodation, and I definitely never apply to join a place without really wanting it badly and having thought about it deeply to be sure it was a fit for the host and for me, so if you've received a message from me, you can be sure that I'm 100% motivated and interested in you and your place!
Interests
Gardening
Drawing & painting
Fashion or beauty
Dancing
Charity work
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Mountain
Beach
Languages
Pets
Events & social
Sailing / Boating
Yoga / Wellness
Art & design
Self development
Outdoor activities
Culture
Movies & TV
Blogging
Sustainability
Hiking
Writing
Vegetarian or vegan
Nature
Music
Photography
Books
Performing arts
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
More details about my language interests
I am very interested in languages and would love to learn more in the future. I always try to at least learn Hello, thank you and goodbye in the language of the person I'm interacting with at work and when I travel.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
Art Projects
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Languages
Able to teach about:
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
I have years of experience in marketing. My skills include writing content for different platforms, taking pictures, manage social medias, design documents to promote a product/business/project, plan marketing strategies, etc. I love storytelling, among other things, and I am very creative. I also worked for years as a journalist, for radio and writing press. And along the way I gain different experiences, even in the music industry, that helped me learn a lot and be very versatile! Through my multiple volunteering experiences (not only on Workaway), I also got to build, work with wood, set up an entire volunteering program, teach English, help neurodivergent kids, and take care of animals in sanctuaries.
Age
33
What else ...
I love to write (articles, stories, poems, letters, and more). Words may be my best friends (but I still LOVE people too!)
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  I am vegan

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4 May 2025

Left by host (Help with organic garden and ...) for Workawayer ()

Melanie was a wonderful addition to my life while she stayed with me for nearly six months—much longer than originally planned, which was a lovely surprise and worked out very well. Melanie is incredibly friendly, great company, and easy to get along with
We had many interesting and thought-provoking conversations and laughs together; she is very… read more

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23 Jan 2025

Left by host (Creative living with our ...) for Workawayer ()

Mélanie was such a pleasure to have about. Her contribution to workshops we held and working with our youth was just fantastic... Great sense of humour too. It was a sad day when her stay with us ended... We miss you Mélanie... You are welcome back anytime :) Sorry this feedback is a little late :)

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19 Oct 2024

Left by host (Join a family of four and ...) for Workawayer ()

Melanie fitted into our family easily. She is kind and communicative. I could trust her to do tasks and do them well. I would definitely recommend Melanie to others! I can't recommend her highly enough. Melanie used her initiative and followed tasks to completion. Melanie could connect with all ages in a meaningful way. We would certainly welcome… read more

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13 Oct 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join a family of four and ...)

I am deeply grateful to Lee-Anne, Mike and Teresa for welcoming me into their home and their everyday life. I needed a place to volunteer very last minute and it ended up being a real blessing in disguise because it lead me to them. I've spent two amazing weeks in Feilding, helping with various house chores, and with a few tasks at their farm in… read more

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4 May 2025

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23 Jan 2025

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19 Oct 2024

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13 Oct 2024

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17 Sep 2024

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We normally don't need workawayers during winter time as the farm is cold and wet, but having suffered a broken leg at the hands (paws) of my dog Siggy, we needed a different kind of help for a change!

It was Mélanie to the rescue from day one. She completely took over care of the animals and took excellent care of me while I was immobile.… read more

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14 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help out on a lifestyle block ...)

Best restaurant I've ever been to! The menu changes every day and makes you travel through your taste buds with delicious international dishes. Thailand, USA, Italy... It was a wonderful and flavourful trip! And the chefs are as awesome as the furry staff members - they are not doing much to be honest but just making your experience ten thousand… read more times better by being there.

Joke aside (but the food was really amazing!), Sam and Lou are the best hosts I've ever had as a volunteer. They're kind, thoughtful, funny, generous, interesting, nice, etc. They made me feel at home right away and I just needed 5 minutes with them to know I was going to feel great at their place. I'm not kidding, in the car with Lou on my way there I had that feeling, that I had never had before so quickly. I felt like I had finally met like-minded people and I was convinced it would go very well. And it did! They are absolute gems! They cared about me and I felt 100% comfortable with them, which is not an easy and common thing for me to feel.

I went to their place to help with the animals and some house chores because Sam had a broken leg and I've loved everything about my time there. All the animals are nice to be around, and taking care of them was an absolute joy. Picking up the poo included! I especially enjoyed all the cuddles and lovely moments with them (pigs, cats, dogs, cows, and roosters).

I've learned delicious recipes, discovered The Chase, watched my first reality TV, laughed, had good conversations, discovered an amazing band (TIPAS, Lou's band, go check them out on streaming platforms!) and so much more. Their house and the views all around are great. And their friends and family members I got to meet are too.

They were keen on showing me their region - I did some nice activities with Sam - and introducing me to good NZ movies.

I miss all of them - humans and animals - a LOT since I left. I stayed there for about a month and it was one of these very few extremely precious experiences that when the end comes, you know what comes next won't come close. If you end up being one of their next volunteers, please tell the animals Mélanie misses them and love them deeply, and enjoy your time there with all your being!

Special thanks to Siggy for breaking Sam's leg, as they wouldn't have needed a volunteer at that time without the accident (I'm joking of course, I'm not happy about Sam being injured!) and a special sweet thought goes to John, one of the roosters who decided to go experience life in another universe while I was there. Rest in peace little buddy, I will always remember you!

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23 Jul 2024

Left by host (Join our native forest ...) for Workawayer ()

Every once in a while the universe places the right person in your life, Mélanie has been that person for me at this point and time.

Through Workaway my wife and I ask for maintenance help on our island property and when Mélanie contacted me I had never considered seeking anyone who would help me get my design business marketing on track, an… read more

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22 Jul 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our native forest ...)

Kate and Michael are very nice people and great hosts; it is easy to get along with them. I have enjoyed my time with them from start to finish. They really made me feel welcomed right away, in their homes and in New Zealand. I have shared some delicious meals with them and felt like I was at a restaurant thanks to their great cooking skills. They… read more

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20 Jun 2024

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Melanie was here right in the beginning when we started to welcome volunteers, and her help was a huge gift for us.

Melanie built the foundations and organisation of our volunteer program, she reviewed all applications, led video calls and selected future volunteers for the next few months through platforms and emails. She is very good at… read more

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11 Jun 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our beautiful center for ...)

I not only found an amazing place to volunteer at when joining this well-being center, but I also got to experience a sense of home, safety and family for the first time in my life. So saying it went incredibly well is an understatement.

I was the first volunteer there and I got to basically do everything related to volunteers: choosing who… read more would join us for the coming months, make the rules and organisation, be in charge of various tasks, be the key person between them, the management and the residents, etc. I really enjoyed all the responsibilities and the trust I got from the manager and everyone living there, from my first day to the last one. I also got to help during events, design posters and flyers, create a bit of content, be involved in the Kombucha activity, etc. Many nice things to be a part of!

The current residents and members of the staff are very nice, to say the least. I've grown immensely during my 3 months and a half there thanks to their love and support. I won't say much more here, they know it all already. We’ve laughed, talked, worked, ate, cooked, cried, danced, hugged, walked, sang, and much more, and I’ve loved every second of it. From a dip into the frozen sea late at night, to our observatory sessions looking at the wildlife in the garden and warm goodbyes in the parking lot (and even at the airport), and everything in-between. I'm grateful for the very unique moments and the super common ones too.

Getting to take part in many events and classes was an absolute gift and also helped a lot with my personal growth and is also a huge part of why I've had such a great experience there all together.

I've learned a lot about various topics, and Finnish culture. The area (Tammisaari) is lovely, the animals outside are super cute, and I've really enjoyed my walks along the sea everyday. And there's no words to describe how much I fell in love with Finland, Finnish people and their way of life ♥

I now have more skills, a better self-esteem, more self-confidence, and a ton of wonderful memories to look back at and make me smile. And also incredible people in my heart.

I would have stayed longer if I didn't have other plans already booked, but who knows... I can always go back in the future! It has been one of the most wonderful experiences of my life!
Now I may be far, but I hold you close. You're a part of me forever!

KIITOS PALJON
TACK SÅ MYCKET
MERCI BEAUCOUP
THANK YOU :)

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26 Feb 2024

Left by host (Join our cooperative project ...) for Workawayer ()

Melanie stayed with us for 3 month i believe. But she managed to do a years worth of work in that time. She brought our internet presence to a whole new level and helped with many websites.
As a professional in the field she works diligently and independently (how great is that). She had many good ideas that she implemented, she communicates well… read more

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21 Feb 2024

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our cooperative project ...)

It’s impossible to describe my experience with just a few words! These 3 months and a half were full of beautiful moments, interesting and deep conversations, wonderful people, and fun times. I got to learn a lot about culture and living with a lot of people, but also about myself, life and wood working, among other things. I mainly helped with… read more

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9 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help establish an intentional ...)

Info notice: Exchange was cancelled at last minute

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9 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us improve animal ...)

What can I say about my wonderful 2 months with Maddie? There's really no right words to describe how amazing this all experience has been on all levels. I've been able to help on different aspects of her business with digital marketing and design, mainly. It was a good collaboration and I've loved every aspect of it. I felt useful and my work was… read more

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26 Mar 2023

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Our experience with Mélanie has been absolutely fantastic. From the first email exchanges, to her staying with us for 2 months :)

She is a very kind, caring and funny person and didn't hesitate to jump in to help with things often, we didn't have to ask, she just noticed and took initiative.

The work she has done for us is fantastic and went… read more

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