Ruben

United Kingdom
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I am currently

At home

Activities i am interested in:

Hiking, Wild camping, Adventure, Sports, Fitness, simple yoga, audiobooks, wellbeing, meeting different people from different cultures!
Description

Hey, I’m Ruben, from Bristol, England.

I’ve spent the best part of the last 2.5 years travelling, mostly by bicycle or hitchhiking. I’m now looking for a place where I can settle for a while, contribute, and be part of a daily life with people — somewhere I can really connect and be involved in a community.

I travel with my bicycle, which gives me freedom to move between volunteering spaces. When I’m on the road, I travel very lightly and simply, often relying on the kindness of strangers for a place to sleep or asking local restaurants for extra food that is going to waste!

I enjoy physical work, being outdoors, and living simply. I’m easygoing, adaptable, and happy to help wherever I’m needed. I like learning from people and cultures, sharing small moments, and living in a way that feels calm and present.

I speak English, and I know basic words & phrases in 15+ languages, which often helps in connecting with people from different backgrounds. I’m not travelling to just tick places off a list — I’m looking for experiences where I can contribute, be consistent, and build real connections with the people around me.
Interests

Gardening

Yoga / Wellness

Videography

Team sports

Languages

Farming

Hiking

Nature

Outdoor activities

Self development

Photography

Music

Fitness

Hitchhiking

Drawing & painting

Events & social

Cooking & food

DIY & crafts

Culture

Charity work

Camping

Art & design

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
Learning basic phrases of the countries I pass through.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Languages

Life at a Farmstay

Some knowledge of:

Being an elderly companion

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Light maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Able to teach about:

Teaching
More details about your skills

I do photography and enjoy taking photos of people, places, and daily life. I can also help with basic tech or social media if needed.

I have a lot of experience with children and really enjoy being around them. I’ve looked after kids most of my life.

I’m very happy doing physical work. I like being active, working outside, and getting my hands dirty. I’m good with routine work and helping wherever I’m needed.

I travel with my bicycle, which helps me move around easily and stay independent.
Age

22
What else ...

I like chess, I'm not great but I really enjoy playing. I'm interested about the history of most places I visit and how the culture has developed or changed over time. I enjoy pretty much all physical activity and love playing team sports.
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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20 Oct 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our spot for travellers ...)

I had a wonderful 3 weeks here. The hostel work was relaxed, maybe an hour cleaning in the morning then general help around the evening but always time to go off and walk around Mardin. On days off Huseyin organised trips to nearby villages to meet his friends and explore the surrounding area, we even made kurdish wine one time! Quite quickly made … read more

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12 Oct 2025

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Ruben is a young and energetic person who approaches every task with enthusiasm. He is always willing to help and takes initiative when needed. A very decent and respectful guy, easy to communicate with, and a pleasure to have around. We truly appreciated his positive attitude and recommend him to any future host.

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25 Sep 2025

Left by host (Enthusiastic people welcome ...) for Workawayer ()

Ruben was another fantastic volunteer. His dedication and sense of responsibility were top-notch, and his relationships with other volunteers were absolutely great. He handled every task we gave him at the farm smoothly and without any issues. I wish him the best of luck on his journey and hope we’ll meet again soon. Best, Burak.

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24 Sep 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Enthusiastic people welcome ...)

The farm was an amazing experience and honestly the best way I could’ve imagined getting back into volunteering. The place itself is beautiful, and the work was a great mix of physical, hands-on jobs and more relaxed tasks — it felt rewarding without ever being too much. What really made it special was the atmosphere of the volunteers house (where … read more

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24 Sep 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our spot for travellers ...)

Super welcoming place, stayed for two weeks but could of easily spent alot longer. Preparing breakfast in the morning was actually a really fun way to start the day, paired with some music and chatting to the hostel guests. Ali is super intentive, always asking if you need anything, so thank you. This is the BEST way to experience Cappadocia! :))))

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