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We're Rosie and Leni from the island of Jersey, friends from our school days, who are reuniting in Cyprus. We are looking forward to learning about local life on the island, feeling a sense of community and like we are making a real contribution, however small, to a project that inspires us.
Rosie:
My trip began June 2024 when I left my home in France on my bicycle, with a vague goal of cycling to Japan. It has been an amazing adventure so far! I would like to make a break from the bike over winter and find a stimulating project in which I can contribute. I am used to and enjoy manual work - before my bike trip I was working on small organic farms for 4 years. I am most happy when moving my body outdoors, cycling or rock climbing. Leading a simple life in the nature, cooking good food with local produce, adapting to the bicycle journey's challenges and overcoming them, this is what I love most. I am passionate about sustainability - local food systems, organic farming, eco-construction and alternative ways to travel. I have volunteered in India on a renewable energy project and started my farming journey via several woofing experiences in France. I am currently volunteering at a campsite in the mountains just north of Antalya in Turkey. I am an introvert who is nonetheless curious about others and trying new things.
Leni:
I work as a Researcher for a charity dedicated to redesigning spaces to make them more accessible for walking and cycling. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, climbing, cycling, and surfing.
Recently, I’ve been spending a lot of time at my local community bike shop, learning to fix my bike and volunteering to repair others. This experience has allowed me to develop practical skills and contribute to my community.
A few years ago, I spent a summer working in a vineyard, which provided valuable insights into agriculture and teamwork. More recently, I’ve been volunteering to plant trees near my home, which has been very rewarding.
I’ve taken six months off work to join Rosie for the winter in Cyprus and will continue traveling with her for the next part of the trip. I’m looking forward to spending more time outdoors, engaging in practical tasks, and learning new skills.
My Grandad was from Cyprus, and I am eager to connect with my heritage. I have started learning the language through a beginner’s course and look forward to immersing myself in the island’s culture and history.
Interests
Politics / Social justice
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Nature
Outdoor activities
Languages
Hiking
Farming
Cycling
Cooking & food
Camping
Carpentry
Books
Adventure sports
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Greek: Beginner
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Languages
DIY and building projects
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
More details about your skills
Our experiences include organic farming, off grid living, preserving foods, tree planting and natural construction.
Our abilities include teamwork, finding solutions and staying positive when confronted with problems, using our hands and doing physical work. We are good at listening and learning from others.
Age
28 & 27
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
We are grateful for the time she spent with us, and we already miss her presence. We hope to see her… read more
I really enjoyed hosting them and they were very helpful around the land.
They responded with willingness and excitement to every task I asked them to do. They helped with digging, planting, moving rocks, making cob and building walls to name a few of the… read more
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Feedback
We are grateful for the time she spent with us, and we already miss her presence. We hope to see her… read more
I really enjoyed hosting them and they were very helpful around the land.
They responded with willingness and excitement to every task I asked them to do. They helped with digging, planting, moving rocks, making cob and building walls to name a few of the… read more
