Alison

Travel information

I am currently

Description

I am finally achieving my girlhood dreams of exploring Asia, and am looking for unique opportunities to connect with local people and fellow travelers. I have been living in the U.S. state of Hawai'i where I was working on a coffee farm and in the service industry. I have lots of experience in the coffee world & have also worked in sports technology previously. However, I just quit my jobs to explore a new chapter focused on self-growth and holistic health.

Ideally, I am traveling to Japan, Nepal, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

I have volunteered in many ways over the years: organic farming, ecotourism, hospitality, working with children, animal shelters, community gardens, social media marketing, art centers, tree planting, food drives, etc. I am very passionate about sustainably sourced food, and love to get my hands dirty! I am hoping to learn more about organic gardening, locally sourced food preparation, mushroom cultivation, and regional techniques.

I also have a creative side & enjoy painting murals or doing art projects with kids.

I spend lots of time reading, doodling, trying to get outside, spending time with friends, dancing & enjoying good music, and cooking too. My most recent hobby explorations are trying new dance classes, hot yoga, & pottery.

Overall, I am hoping to really connect with others & learn on this journey through Workaway.

Interests

Sustainability

Farming

Self development

Events & social

Culture

Plant care

History

Music

Books

Art & design

Gardening

Cooking & food

Writing

Drawing & painting

Animals

Cycling

Hiking

Outdoor activities

Sailing / Boating

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Fitness

Camping

Dancing

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I would LOVE to teach English and learn a second language in exchange. I have very minimal practice with Spanish and Portuguese, and one day hope to be fluent in Spanish as well.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

House & pet sitting

Hospitality/Tourism

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Animal Care

Light gardening

Teaching

Eco Projects

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

Languages

More details about your skills

Personal Strengths:
-Adaptability
-Initiative
-Reliability
-Strong work ethic
-Fast learner
-Creativity
-Empathy
-Organization
-Attention to detail
-Positive attitude

Professional Skills:
-Customer Service
-Public Speaking
-Event Coordination
-Specialty Coffee knowledge
-Hospitality
-Team Leadership
-Sustainability Practices
-Tour Guiding
-Community Engagement
-Operations Management
-Cross-Cultural Communication
-Problem Solving

Age

27

What else ...

I also really want to learn how to play drums & expand my perspectives on spirituality.

Some more information

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  Special dietary requirements
  please no garlic, lentils, or sunchokes