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We are currently
Travelling
Description
We’re an English couple travelling the world! Excited to embrace new cultures, while sharing some our own, as volunteers in Vietnam.
We most enjoy socialising, the outdoors and working with children. Both of us have worked with kids in England and have a great respect for education.
We also love animals, especially cats and dogs, having grown up with them at home, and are both nature lovers who enjoy getting our hands dirty.
As a couple of eight years, we share a love for southeast Asian food and culture - and look forward to experiencing even more in 2025!
Barnaby: I’m a 32-year-old man from Portsmouth, England. I have a professional background in journalism and marketing, also having worked with the elderly and vulnerable children in the past. I’m a big football fan and love playing sports! I’m looking forward to sharing this passion with anyone I’m lucky enough to meet.
Zhane: I’m a 26-year-old woman from Bournemouth, England. I work in digital marketing, with a degree in fashion marketing and additional work experience with children and outdoor projects. I’m a big sister to six siblings, so I’m used to cooking, cleaning and getting messy. In my spare time, I love music and getting creative with arts and crafts!
Interests
Writing
Technology
Team sports
Sustainability
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Movies & TV
Languages
Hiking
Fashion or beauty
Events & social
DIY & crafts
Culture
Cooking & food
Charity work
Books
Beach
Art & design
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
We are both interested in teaching English, and would love the opportunity to learn a new language!
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Charity Work
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Some knowledge of:
Being an elderly companion
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Helping with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Helping around the house
Babysitting and creative play
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Languages
More details about your skills
While we both enjoy corporate marketing careers in England, we are currently taking the opportunity of a lifetime to explore new cultures by travelling in Southeast Asia!
Zhane: I have a degree in fashion marketing from the University of Leeds, England. I have worked in digital marketing and online retail since graduating in 2021. Before this, I worked with children aged 14-17 as part of a nationwide social programme. This work was residential, with a focus on team building and educational activities to encourage participants to understand different perspectives as well as getting involved in the local community. Through this work, we renovated a play school indoor and outdoor area, improved a community garden and worked with the elderly.
Barnaby: I earned a diploma in journalism from the National Council for the Training of Journalists before working as a national newspaper reporter for five years. Following that, I transitioned into marketing and public relations, where I have been for three years and currently operate at director level. In additional to this, I have worked as a carer for the elderly and as a support worker for children with learning difficulties.
Age
32 & 26
What else ...
We’re avid travellers, looking to share our own knowledge and experiences, while embracing new cultures and lifestyles!
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Driver's licence
Allergies
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The other teachers were very kind and helpful - and they made the experience even more enjoyable.
During our time, we stayed with Miss Thanh (who set up the school) and her lovely family. They… read more
