Profile information

Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
I’m working on improving my German and hope to become comfortable speaking the language and understanding local culture and life.
My next destination:
Vienna, Austria View all
Description
I am a 55year old empty nester mom of two . I have a business degree and an English language teacher qualification (CELTA-Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults). I love to travel and enjoy languages. I am currently learning German and beside gaining some comfort in actually using the language, I would love the opportunity to immerse myself in the culture, to experience the attitudes, thinking, lifestyle, cuisine, the whole package.
Alongside my native land of Hungary, I have also lived and gone to school in the Netherlands, the U.S., Canada and the U.K., I qualify as a native speaker of English.
I am used to taking care of my daughters, a house, a garden and our beloved German Shepherd, so I think I can blend in well with most families and do my share of whatever needs doing. I like to swim, hike and do yoga or read a good book, enjoy colorful conversations with a nice meal and a glass wine. I am a curious, but peaceful person with a nice degree of freedom to enjoy and explore the world.
Interests
HikingPlant careNatureWritingWater sportsYoga / WellnessSelf developmentSustainabilityPetsLanguagesDIY & craftsCharity workCooking & foodBeachAnimals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am very keen on making my German enjoyable to others and would happy to share my Hungarian or English knowledge with anyone interested.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
House & pet sitting
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching

More details about your skills
I am used to various cultural environments and am very interested in exploring and learning about new ones.
I have decades of cooking and household experience, so I think I can be helpful in that area.
I have a large dog and have taught him many things, which can be helpful if you need any dog walking/caring help.
I am a single mother and raised my two daughters now 19 and 23. I like children and can be helpful taking care of them.
I have an English teaching certification and 5 years of teaching experience.
Age
55

Some more information

Smoker

Driver's licence

Allergies
I have hayfever and am lactose intolerant, but manage both of those well
Special dietary requirements
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