Sander

Netherlands
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Travel information

I am currently

At home

My next destination:
Uzbekistan - from Sep 2026 until Sep 2026
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Description

Hello, my name is Sander, I'm 25 years old and I'm from the Netherlands. I have studied almost 2 full years of Computer Science after realizing that it isn't for me. I prefer being outside, doing physical work or at least having a more varied day. Now I am balancing working and travelling while figuring what kind of lifestyle suits me best.

I enjoy stepping out of my comfort zone and challenging myself. I feel most at home in the quiet nature, away from busy cities. That's why you will often find me on short camping trips during long weekends even if I don't really have the time or money to travel :p

With Workaway I am hoping to learn more about other cultures and lifestyles. I am excited to continue travelling abroad and I think that all those experiences will be very valuable for shaping a different view on life.
I feel like I learned a lot from my previous workaway experiences and I think back to them very often. I'm very excited to be back at planning a new journey.
Interests

Events & social

Animals

Self development

Hitchhiking

Farming

Books

Sustainability

Carpentry

Beach

Camping

Gardening

Hiking

Plant care

Outdoor activities

Nature
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Swedish: Beginner

More 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.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Being an elderly companion

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Charity Work

Hospitality/Tourism

House & pet sitting

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Helping around the house

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

- Worked on farms with previous workaway experiences. That consisted mainly of gardening and caring for goats.
-Experience with some small construction projects and painting.
Age

26
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  pistachio nuts
- Special dietary requirements

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4 May 2026

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

One week was too short of a time, I would have loved to stay longer if I had more time. It was a great experience, the work was very diverse. I will always remember hauling the palos for the mirador from the jungle on that sunday.
It is a beautiful peaceful place in the jungle, the walk there alone is worth it. It was good to get in the rhythm of … read more

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5 Dec 2022

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Sander, mil gracias por estar en nuestra finca! Sander has been one of best volunteering experiences so far. He is strong, hard working and respectful of the times and ways of farm life. He worked long shifts and understood the dynamics and the work that needed to be done quickly. He is quiet, thoughful, observant and smart and was quick to grasp … read more

(Excellent )

7 Oct 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help around the Finca and ...)

I stayed on the Finca for 2 weeks, but they flew by very fast. Even though I barely spoke any Spanish, it went great. I learned a lot of new words that will certainly come in use for the rest of my trip.

Juanita was away during my stay, but Osvaldo made some great food that I never tried before. I'm a big fan of the homemade goat cheese .

The … read more

(Excellent )

21 Dec 2019

Left by host (Come and help us with ...) for Workawayer ()

Sander stayed in Lungsjön for 2 month. He is a very nice, friendly and quiet young man. He helped us a lot with different things and was working persevering and with concentration. Thank you Sander, it was nice to have yo here in Lungsjön, welcome back.
Maria and Jürg

(Very good )

20 Nov 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come and help us with ...)

i stayed with Maria and Jurg for 2 months. This was my first time using Workaway and it was a great first experience. There is always enough work to do and during my 2 months I did lots of different things. Cutting and stacking wood, cleaning, learning to drive tractor, gardenwork and at the end of my stay also snowshoveling for example. They … read more

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