Profile information
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Travel information
I am currently
At home
My next destination:
Italy - from Jul 2026 until Sep 2026 View all -
Description
About Me
Hello! My name is Daniel. I was born in Colombia and have been living in Santa Cruz, California since 2012. I feel very fortunate to call this beautiful place home, surrounded by beaches, mountains, and majestic redwood forests. Nature has always been one of my greatest sources of inspiration.
I am an active, positive, and curious person who enjoys meeting people from different cultures, learning new skills, and contributing wherever I go. I believe that some of the best life experiences come from meaningful connections, cultural exchange, and working together toward a common goal.
Since December 2023, I have been running my own YouTube fitness channel, where I share short workout videos designed to help people build healthy habits, stay active, and improve their quality of life. I am also a certified fitness coach and enjoy encouraging others to take care of their physical and mental well-being.
You can learn more about me and some of my projects on my website:
www.danielcristancho.com
Experience & Skills
Hospitality & Customer Service
I have experience working in hospitality, including at the Hilton Hotel in Scotts Valley, California. I have also volunteered and worked in hostels in Colombia and Alaska. These experiences taught me the importance of creating a welcoming environment, providing excellent customer service, and helping guests feel at home.
Arts, Creativity & Design
Creativity has always been an important part of my life. I enjoy drawing, sketching, and creating art inspired by nature, animals, and everyday life. I have also worked with stained glass, leather crafting, mosaics, and other handmade projects. I love learning new artistic techniques and contributing to creative projects.
Physical Work & Outdoor Projects
I genuinely enjoy physical work and staying active. Whether it's gardening, landscaping, painting, maintenance, cleaning, organizing spaces, trail work, or construction support, I am always happy to contribute with energy and enthusiasm.
Languages & Communication
I am bilingual in Spanish and English, which allows me to connect easily with people from different backgrounds. I enjoy helping with translation, language exchange, guest interaction, and cultural exchange.
Professional Background
I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and worked for 12 years in the banking industry in Colombia. This experience helped me develop strong organizational skills, responsibility, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
What I'm Looking For
Through Workaway, I hope to:
• Contribute meaningfully to projects and communities.
• Learn new skills and ways of living.
• Meet inspiring people from around the world.
• Experience authentic cultural exchange.
• Explore beautiful places while helping hosts achieve their goals.
Personal Interests
• Dancing (especially Latin music and social dancing)
• Drawing and creative projects
• Fitness, exercise, and healthy living
• Hiking and outdoor adventures
• Nature and wildlife
• Arts and crafts
• Traveling and cultural exchange
• Personal growth and lifelong learning
Final Note
I consider myself responsible, adaptable, easy-going, and hardworking. I enjoy being part of a team, but I am also comfortable working independently. I always try to bring a positive attitude, respect, and enthusiasm to every experience.
I look forward to meeting new people, sharing cultures, learning new skills, and contributing my energy wherever I go. -
Interests
Videography
Self development
Blogging
Writing
Mountain
Yoga / Wellness
Sustainability
Politics / Social justice
Photography
Outdoor activities
Nature
Languages
History
Gardening
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
Drawing & painting
Events & social
Dancing
Cycling
DIY & crafts
Culture
Charity work
Carpentry
Animals
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentMore details about my language interests
I’m a Spanish native speaker and I’m fluent in English but I would love to learn more languages -
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Babysitting and creative play
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Charity Work
Languages
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Being an elderly companion
Light maintenance
Helping around the house
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
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More details about your skills
I have some experience with construction, gardening, painting, actually I’m not picky for any physical activity. I also love design and marketing.
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Age
53
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Some more information
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Smoker
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Driver's licence
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Allergies
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Special dietary requirements
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Feedback
My main responsibility was housekeeping, working 4-hour shifts, 3–4 days a week. The schedule was excellent because it left me with 3–4 days off … read more
He has helped us mostly with landscaping projects on the campsite, which will turn the occasional excessive amounts of rainwater into something useful. So Daniel has helped us immensely with digging, moving and organizing earth, gravel and rocks - as well as with cutting up branches for … read more
The daily routine is very clear and enjoyable. We usually started around 7:00 am by checking the common areas, doing some light cleaning, sweeping, and … read more
Thank you so much for his help, kindness, and the great moments shared.
I hope to see him again soon around here!
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Skills:
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Observed house rules:
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My main responsibility was housekeeping, working 4-hour shifts, 3–4 days a week. The schedule was excellent because it left me with 3–4 days off … read more
He has helped us mostly with landscaping projects on the campsite, which will turn the occasional excessive amounts of rainwater into something useful. So Daniel has helped us immensely with digging, moving and organizing earth, gravel and rocks - as well as with cutting up branches for … read more
The daily routine is very clear and enjoyable. We usually started around 7:00 am by checking the common areas, doing some light cleaning, sweeping, and … read more
Thank you so much for his help, kindness, and the great moments shared.
I hope to see him again soon around here!
The tasks were clear and easy to do, and everything was well explained. The schedule is very fair: you work only 4 days a week, and if possible, you can … read more
Clau and David are excellent … read more
Daniel is able-bodied and strong. From our experience he appreciated company, good conversation, family gatherings, and time with other volunteers but also … read more
We shared couple of meals together, and they always made sure that we (I was there with another Workawayer) … read more
I stayed at her place for two weeks and it’s beautiful, very nice place with a backyard garden and only steps away from one of the hottest spots in Santa Cruz … West Cliff Drive, the Wharf, the Boardwalk and more beautiful places.
She is very good with communication, I was busy with my job but she was very flexible to make things … read more
I stayed at their place for 3 weeks and it was an awesome experience. They are renewing an old house and it's a challenging project, many things to do and plan but they are doing their best to finish it. I worked mainly helping a contractor to build a terrace with wood and metal, leveling the walls where the wood … read more
We worked mainly at Hans Okaf’s parents place, they are very sweet and friendly, his dad is in his late 70’s and has more energy than a … read more
