Alicia

United States
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Travel information
I am currently
At home
Activities i am interested in:
I love hiking, backpacking, writing, reading, and swimming. Being active and moving my body in some way is very important for me.
Description
Hi! I am currently finishing up my last year of university, where I am studying English. I hope to combine my passions for travel and writing to build a career in travel journalism.
Interests
Yoga / Wellness
Writing
Music
Cooking & food
Beach
Charity work
Drawing & painting
Hiking
Movies & TV
Photography
Winter sports
Water sports
Sustainability
Pets
Mountain
Gardening
Art & design
Languages
DIY & crafts
Camping

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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
More details about my language interests
My mom is from Spain but because I don't use my Spanish that often, it is getting a little bit rusty. I understand everything but speaking is a little harder for me. I would hate to lose the language completely, so I really want to spend this summer practicing. I am happy to teach English, and in high school I tutored a young girl from Germany in English.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Life at a Farmstay
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
I am very hardworking and motivated and love having tasks to do to keep busy. A couple years ago I stayed in an indigenous village in Costa Rica and helped build a new bathroom for the local school. I love that kind of direct community immersion and impact and hope to be able to have more experiences like that.

Last year I did my first workaway in St. Croix, USVI, where I helped renovate a vegan eco hotel. I did a lot of painting, various construction projects, gardening, and also learned how to cook lots of delicious vegan dishes.

A couple months later, I made my way to Switzerland where I au paired for a family with three young boys.

I am a quick learner so I can help with lots of different types of work, whether it be reception duties at a hostel, painting and some construction (though I'm not a professional by any means), teaching English, childcare, and welcoming/entertaining guests. I'm a pretty flexible person so I'm open to other possibilities as well.
Age
23
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  pescatarian

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28 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host (Welcome to our beautiful ...)

I had a wonderful stay with Casper, Monique, and Joshua. They were extremely welcoming from the moment I arrived at the train station and set foot on the quinta. My work was mostly feeding the animals and cleaning their shed, weeding, helping clean the accommodations, walking the dog Mouse, and watering the plants.

Monique and Casper are warm,… read more

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26 Sep 2022

Left by host (Join our family raising our ...) for Workawayer (Alicia)

Alicia was such a joy to have around. I agree the rules, work and weather can be strict but it’s always clear what is expected before you come as well as when you are here. She got right it and was a great help and so fun to get to know. She is very worthy of any position offered and will give it her all! I actually was listed as a reference for… read more

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28 Aug 2022

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host (Join our family raising our ...)

Synnora is an excellent host. Her warmth and generosity make you feel instantly welcome. She is also very communicative and straight forward about what needs to get done and how it should be done, which I really appreciated. Synnora encourages questions and is eager to teach as much as she can, so certainly take her up on that - she really is a… read more

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8 May 2021

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host (Come and join our happy ...)

I had an interesting experience with Nicole and Andy's family in Lengnau and I appreciated the opportunity. The village is well situated to visit most parts of Switzerland easily, so I was lucky to be able to explore the beautiful country on the weekends. The boys are very entertaining and full of energy, and the work is quite simple. My… read more

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28 Jul 2023

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26 Sep 2022

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28 Aug 2022

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8 May 2021

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20 Feb 2021

Left by host (Looking for construction and ...) for Workawayer (Alicia)

Alicia is outgoing, helpful and considerate. She aims to please and she jumps in and tries new things. While she was here she really enjoyed snorkeling and then signed up for scuba lessons at one of the shops in town. From helping out in the gardens to taking on restoration projects, Alicia was always happy to lend a hand and we very much… read more

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6 Feb 2021

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host (Looking for construction and ...)

So grateful to have been able to work and stay here a couple months ago. Ryan and Corina are two of the most generous and welcoming people, and they go out of their way to make everyone feel happy and at home. You can expect lots of night snorkels down at Butler Bay, movie nights, trips to the farmers market, and beach volleyball days. Corina is a… read more great cook and loves sharing her tasty recipes with everyone. I came here hardly knowing anything about cooking and left with a whole bunch of recipes to cook for my friends and family at home.

Ryan and Corina are both extremely passionate people, whether that be about veganism, environmental conservation, or ultimate frisbee. Ryan was so excited to go night snorkeling with us one night that despite his freshly twisted ankle, he came hobbling down the steep hill towards the bay, limping and crutch in hand. My last day there, Corina organized a fun little sushi night, where we all made our own rolls and watched a slideshow with pictures of everyone from their stay. I was there for Thanksgiving, and wow what a feast we had. Corina started planning dishes and who would prepare what over a week beforehand. The afternoons and evenings prior to that Thursday were spent in the kitchen, everyone’s hands full whipping up delicious vegan dishes. We had 3 long tables full of food that everyone had come together to prepare and it was amazing. We finished off the evening doing Zumba in the main living room. These are just a few examples of Ryan and Corina’s dedication to their workawayers. They really go above and beyond in every way.

The work isn't easy but it is very reasonable and rewarding. Ryan and Corina are always happy to assist if you have questions about anything. You work Mon-Fri from 7-12, and then everyone eats lunch together. After that, you have the rest of the day free to hit the beach, hike up to the old lighthouse (which gives you incredible views down the northern coast of the island), or go for a snorkel down by the bay. There are a bunch of bikes for workawayers to get to the town of Frederiksted or one of the beaches nearby. It is a very healthy and balanced work-play lifestyle. Also I highly recommend getting scuba certified while you’re there. It honestly might have been the coolest thing I have ever done. Overall, couldn’t have asked for a better first workaway or better hosts.

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