Svetlana

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Hello, my name is Svetlana (Lana), I am stared my journey and now in Brazil)
Prefer very wild and natural places or little villages.

My next destination:
Brazil - from Jun 2026 until Aug 2026
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My name is Svetlana (Lana), I am 42 years old. I have lived in different parts of Russia and traveled to other countries. But now I have decided to go on my big trip without a return ticket. I don’t know yet what I am looking for — maybe I will be interested in living in a new place, or maybe this is just a path to myself. I love life, I love nature and I am interested in getting to know the nature of different countries and people of other cultures.

I have a lot of experience in different activities, I am interested in learning new things. I worked in the tourism industry for a long time, took people to the mountains in a small lost country), I was a music teacher, but it turned out that it is not easy for me to work with children. I have a lot of experience working on a farm — I have been doing this for a long time and I really like it! In recent years, I have been working as a cook and developing in this, I am very interested in learning how to cook dishes from different countries, but I also enjoy sharing my knowledge of Russian and European cuisine)

I am a very calm person and have no bad habits and addictions. I prefer to contemplate nature than to participate in noisy companies. Of course, this does not mean that I do not want to communicate) just in a different format.

My wish is to visit different countries of Latin America! I have never been there. I am amazed by the natural beauty of these countries and I want to know what it is like to live there. I try to build my life according to the principles of yoga: to be in harmony with the world and with myself, to choose an activity that I enjoy, and not for the sake of earning money, to be happy on my Path.

I love nature in all its manifestations and am not afraid of difficulties, I would prefer to live in the jungle in a small house without comfort than in a luxurious city apartment. I love to work on the land: grow trees and vegetables, take care of pets. I want to make the space around me better, cleaner, kinder, more beautiful - I love to clean and tidy up! I like to cook and take care of people.

I speak Russian and English, I am learning Spanish and would love to practice!
I have many skills that will come in handy in life in the village. I am also a very fast learner and would love to acquire new skills!

I write about my life journey, but the story is in Russian: https://vk.com/svetessa
My Instagram: Svetessa
I will be glad to have new friends and I believe that I will find projects where I can realize my care and help make this world a better place!
Interests

Sustainability

Self development

Hitchhiking

LGBTQ

Languages

Drawing & painting

Yoga / Wellness

Writing

Vegetarian or vegan

Sailing / Boating

Plant care

Photography

Pets

Outdoor activities

Nature

Music

Mountain

Hiking

Gardening

Farming

Cooking & food

Camping

Blogging

Beach

Books

Animals

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
Russian: Fluent
English: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I can teach you Russian language! Start learning spanish and Portuguese

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Creative DIY projects

Eco Projects

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House & pet sitting

Some knowledge of:

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

Being an elderly companion

Able to teach about:

Light gardening

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Light maintenance
More details about your skills

I have a lot of experience in gardening and can do any work around the house and garden (farm).
I like to make all around clean and organized.
Cooking is something I really love to do!
I am a fast learner and would be happy to gain experience in different areas)

I travel alone, I can speak Russian and English. I lead a healthy lifestyle, I don't smoke.
Age

42
What else ...

Love music
Love to cook
Love nature
Love traveling
Painting with watercolor
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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23 Jun 2026

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Lana only spent one week here but it was good to know her. She did some cheese, some gardening, etc. She has farm experience and is a sweet person!

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23 Jun 2026

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I spent a week on João and Helena's farm. I was amazed by the beauty of the place! Situated in a nature reserve, the farm offers a variety of birds and wonderfully lush flora! The farm is far from the bustle of the city. Everything here is natural and connected to nature: food, daily life, and interaction with people.
I am very grateful for the … read more

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18 Jun 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Let's build with mud in ...)

I spent a wonderful week at Rayllei's house! During this time, I found a new friend! Rayllei is an incredible person, very open to the world, eager to learn new things, and able to enjoy life in a way that only children can. And I immediately felt accepted, like I belonged, the moment I arrived!

The challenges we tackled were exciting: if you've … read more

(Excellent )

17 Jun 2026

Left by host (Let's build with mud in ...) for Workawayer ()

Svetlana is very organized, welcoming, and always ready to help. She spontaneously worked and smiled. I recommend maintaining a strong friendship with her. She taught me a lot of Russian, and I miss St. Petersburg even more now. Come back anytime, Lana! :)

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26 Mar 2022

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Svetlana is a dream volunteer ! From the time she arrived, until she left (we were really sad), she was always so great to support us in cooking, cleaning tidying up and being a great company that i cannot describe here... Here we would like to have people feel at home, not as a guest but as a member of the home.. she was just so right.. really … read more

(Excellent )

25 Mar 2022

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I'm putting off writing a review about my life in this house. Because it will mean that I am really leaving ... I am leaving the place where I was happy, where I was so calm and joyful, the place that became my Home.

Ibrahim is an incredible person, very kind and caring, he deeply feels the mood of other people, and the most important thing for … read more

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23 Jun 2026

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Lana only spent one week here but it was good to know her. She did some cheese, some gardening, etc. She has farm experience and is a sweet person!

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23 Jun 2026

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18 Jun 2026

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17 Jun 2026

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26 Mar 2022

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25 Mar 2022

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1 Mar 2017

Left by host for Workawayer

Sveta and Sasha was amazing people! Full of funny jokes, hard working and very independent. They are willing and able. Sveta is very good gardener and cook and Sasha is very handy and creative, fixed our electricity system, making steps for baby chicks, fencing, welding, fixed all old machines! You will have new horizons about Russian culture.

(Excellent)

25 Feb 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Help at our monthly farmers ...)

On this small home farm we left a part of our hearts in this careful big family. We spent at Xin's house almost three weeks and from the first days we feel us at home - we have worked together with everyone, relaxed, fun, joke, maked an open-air barbecue, playing board games, these were amazing days!

We have always been fed - aunty cook … read more

(Excellent)