Fanya

United States
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I am currently

Travelling

My next destination:
Spain - from Jul 2026 until Aug 2026
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Hello workaway community! I am an artsy and outdoorsy traveler, originally from Oakland, California who wants to explore the world. I love doing just about anything creative- painting, drawing, making clothes, dancing, singing, cooking, crocheting, photography, etc (and would love to learn new creative skills from hosts/ fellow travelers). In past Workaway experiences, I have worked on farms, painted murals, helped with construction projects, and much more.
I'm excited to travel around cities and towns, and go for hikes and outdoor adventures as well . I love learning new things, and am interested in hearing about whatever you're excited about! I am open to helping with all kinds of work, but would be especially happy to work on any creative projects you need help with. I am very excited to make new friends from all over the world, sharing experiences and learning new things from each other.
Interests

Pets

Water sports

Yoga / Wellness

Photography

Sustainability

Plant care

Outdoor activities

Nature

Movies & TV

Music

Mountain

Languages

LGBTQ

History

Hiking

Gardening

Fashion or beauty

Farming

Events & social

Drawing & painting

Dancing

DIY & crafts

Cooking & food

Camping

Beach

Art & design

Books

Culture

Animals

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
German: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I'd love some practice speaking Spanish and/ or exposure to whichever language is being spoken. I'm happy to help with English (whether you'd like conversational help or translating emails).

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Light maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Teaching

House & pet sitting

Able to teach about:

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Art Projects
More details about your skills

I have experience with gardening/farming, cooking, hostel reception, cleaning, admin work, art handling, retail, visual arts (I studied painting in university), and teaching. I also have more informal experience with technology troubleshooting, general maintenance, basic wood shop skills, house painting, mural painting, taking care of pets, sewing, and writing/tutoring. I am proficient in English and speak intermediate Spanish.
Age

26
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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11 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help at a rural farmhouse ...)

Greg and Ellie were very welcoming and sociable hosts. They did a great job making the workawayers feel welcome, planning game nights, walks, and inviting us to the local bar with their friends. The work was enjoyable, and I really appreciated that they would teach us new things (like how to graft avocado trees). They also would often change our … read more

(Excellent )

10 Apr 2026

Left by host (Help at a rural farmhouse ...) for Workawayer ()

Fanya stayed with us for a couple of weeks. She worked hard, always cheerful and added lots of energy to our household. A great workawayer, with lots of initiative and an infectious motivation. Fully recommend for any future hosts. Many thanks for all the work Fanya, good luck with your future plans

(Excellent )

28 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (French language teaching and ...)

I had a great time at this Workaway! Ana and Emilio are very generous, welcoming, and interesting people, and I really enjoyed staying in their home. We did some fun things together like Spanish trivia, going to a museum, and eating tapas at the local bar, and I also had plenty of time to explore Barcelona. Volunteering at the shelter was a great … read more

(Excellent )

4 Feb 2026

Left by host (Join our family in the ...) for Workawayer ()

Fanya integrated incredibly well into our family and quickly felt like a natural part of it. She connected easily with the kids, played and talked with them. She was efficient and very autonomous in her work, which we truly appreciated. Beyond the practical help, it was a pleasure to talk with her and share moments together. Having her with us was … read more

(Excellent )

2 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join our family in the ...)

I had such a great time staying with Julie, Thibaut, Tobias, Eline, and Youri! They made me feel welcome and comfortable, and there was a good balance of work, spending time together, and alone time. The work was enjoyable, and Julie and Thibaut often gave me choices for which job I would work on each day. They were also very clear and … read more

(Excellent )

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11 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (Help at a rural farmhouse ...)

(Excellent)

10 Apr 2026

Left by host (Help at a rural farmhouse ...) for Workawayer

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28 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (French language teaching and ...)

(Excellent)

4 Feb 2026

Left by host (Join our family in the ...) for Workawayer

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2 Feb 2026

Left by Workawayer for host (Join our family in the ...)

(Excellent)

11 Feb 2025

Left by host (Help us build some walking ...) for Workawayer

Fanya and Kira were Awesome, positive attitude, fast lerners and super friendly. They were helping with painting, garden and chopping wood for the winter. You girls are always welcome.
Victor

(Excellent)

11 Feb 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help us build some walking ...)

We had a great experience staying with Victor! We were only there for about a week, but he and his family were very welcoming. Victor made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed, and had so much enthusiasm for showing us around the nearby trails and teaching us about the local plants. There were lots of different projects to work on … read more

(Excellent)

17 Jan 2025

Left by host (Create an organic and natural ...) for Workawayer

Kira & Fanya are very nice women with lots of energy. They stayed with us for only 1 week, we would have liked to have had them at home more. They helped us with the creation of a stone labyrinth, with landscaping and creating a beautiful painting for the project.
We loved having them at home sharing music, bonfires, conversations and good vibes

(Excellent)