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Travel information
We are currently
Travelling
Description
We love to travel and explore interesting places and experience new cultures. We already enjoy volunteering with several organisations in our local community. We are really excited about the opportunity to combine both these interests and make a contribution to a worthwhile cause while we learn and share.
Interests
Yoga / Wellness
Writing
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Performing arts
Outdoor activities
Nature
Languages
Mountain
Music
History
Hiking
Gardening
Culture
Events & social
Cooking & food
Charity work
Camping
Books
Languages
Languages spoken
French: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
French and Spanish
Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn
We're interested in:
Languages
Some knowledge of:
Charity Work
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Teaching
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
More details about your skills
David is an experienced manager and leader with a Masters Degree (MBA) education and skills in all ares of business and management including Finance and Governance. David is a specialist in property development, and a qualified project manager (Construction & Development).
Eleanor is PhD qualified in humanities, academia, and governance, and is also a qualified teacher and scientist (Chemistry) . Eleanor is an expert in Research Ethics and Regulation and has mentored and guided students to achieve PhD qualifications
We have been married for 39 years and are the parents of 3 now adult children.
We both have skills in teaching and Eleanor has formal qualifications, music ( Piano / Trombone) and David is a qualified Ju jitsu instructor. David has sound practical skills in many areas of construction, renovation, building maintenance and garden maintenance. and is a volunteer within our local community assisting young adults obtain a drivers licence. Eleanor has been a volunteer assisting migrant families settle into life in Australia
We have both previously worked in several areas of hospitality including kitchen, food preparation, reception waiting and bar service work.
We have adventure traveled widely throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, India, China, the Middle East and Central Asia on our own camping and staying in hostels or homestays. We enjoy total immersion and learning in new cultures and languages, and in making a positive contribution to communities.
Age
61 & 62
What else ...
We are planning to travel to north Asia for approx 4 months from Nov 24 to April 25
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
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You have become an integral part of the school family.
Your decision to leave the comfort of your homes and come to this remote corner of Arunachal Pradesh speaks volumes about your commitment to education and community service. While your primary role was to teach, you went beyond academics and touched the lives of our… read more
This was the most interesting and rewarding experience. The children are smart, resilient and great fun. It was a great cultural experience and we felt valued and respected. The family were the ultimate hosts and took great care of us and involved us in… read more
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You have become an integral part of the school family.
Your decision to leave the comfort of your homes and come to this remote corner of Arunachal Pradesh speaks volumes about your commitment to education and community service. While your primary role was to teach, you went beyond academics and touched the lives of our… read more
This was the most interesting and rewarding experience. The children are smart, resilient and great fun. It was a great cultural experience and we felt valued and respected. The family were the ultimate hosts and took great care of us and involved us in… read more
