Michael
& Valentina

Switzerland
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Our next destination:
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Description

We, Michael and Valentina, are a couple from Switzerland. Last year, we fulfilled a dream and converted a former ice cream truck into a camper together. We set off from Switzerland with our new home on four wheels 9 months ago and have since traveled across the Balkans to Armenia and now we are in jordan.

After gathering many impressions and spending a lot of time in nature, we now feel the need to gain a deeper insight into local life, get involved in meaningful activities, and learn new things.
Interests

Plant care

Blogging

DIY & crafts

Cooking & food

Van life

Pets

Sustainability

Videography

Politics / Social justice

Movies & TV

Culture

Events & social

Gardening

Photography

Books

Animals

Outdoor activities

Nature

Mountain

Cycling

Camping

Beach

Adventure sports
Languages spoken

German: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:

Eco Projects

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Light maintenance

House & pet sitting

Some knowledge of:

Art Projects

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Animal Care

Helping around the house

Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills

Michael:
I am a studied multimedia producer and have worked as a photographer and videographer for a Swiss newspaper for the last 4.5 years.
Before and during my studies, I spent a lot of time working in construction as an all-rounder, where I gained a lot of practical experience. I was able to deepen this experience with Valentina while converting our camper.

Valentina:
I've completed my degree in Social Work a few years ago. Since then, I've worked in a prison, in an addiction counseling center, and at a school for children and adolescents with special educational needs and behavioral challanges.
I once traveled with a tent for several months, so I can work outdoors in any weather and endure long hours. At home, I enjoy gardening and know a bit about plants and herbs. I also love to cook in my free time.
I have a great fondness for animals. I've had pets since I was a child, used to walk dogs from the neighborhood and the animal shelter, and had a foster horse when I was young.
I have helped out with olive harvests several times, which I also enjoyed very much.
During the conversion of our camper, I discovered a new field and ventured into manual craftsmanship.
Age

32 & 31
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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27 Feb 2026

Left by host (Help at my beautiful camp and ...) for Workawayer ()

Thank you from my heart for your beautiful words and for the time we shared together. It was truly a pleasure to welcome you and your home on wheels in our small Bedouin neighborhood. Your presence was kind, respectful, and full of positive energy.

I am happy that you could experience the desert not only as visitors, but as part of the daily life … read more

(Excellent )

26 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help at my beautiful camp and ...)

We spent almost a week with Ahmad and were able to park and stay overnight in our camper right in front of his house. We felt very welcome, and the neighborhood was exceptionally friendly and open.
Ahmad showed us how to drive into the desert without a 4x4, which allowed us to spend several days with our own camper next to his Bedouin tent. He … read more

(Excellent )

16 Jan 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Create a paradise for nature, ...)

Connie and Wolfgang’s property is set in an incredibly beautiful landscape. When we arrived with our camper, we parked right under the olive trees. The toilet and shower were located in a small, lovingly designed bamboo hut outdoors. The kitchen was also outside, which meant that while cooking you could always enjoy the beautiful view of the … read more

(Excellent )

28 Dec 2025

Left by host (Create a paradise for nature, ...) for Workawayer ()

Valentina and Michael stayed with us for a total of four weeks. Originally, three weeks were planned, but as we needed some strong helping hands for an ongoing project, they kindly decided to stay an extra week, which made us very happy.
They supported us greatly during the olive harvest and later helped take care of our vegetable beds with a lot … read more

(Excellent )

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