Gustavo

Brazil
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I am currently looking for paid workaways in Europe
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Hello! My name is Gustavo, I’m 29 years old, Brazilian and also an Italian citizen.

I think the easiest way to describe myself is that I am someone very capable of taking care of things and people. I grew up becoming useful very early in life. My parents worked constantly, so responsibility was never something abstract to me. I helped raise my younger siblings, took care of the house, learned how to deal with problems calmly and spent many years helping care for my grandmother during her illness. Because of this, I became independent very young and also very attentive to others. I am also gay, and for that reason I left home very early, at 17, not because I had to but because I wanted to live life as I felt I should.

At the same time, my life has never been small. I come from the countryside of Brazil, but I ended up studying Sociology at one of the best universities in Latin America, living in Beijing, travelling alone, learning languages, working with people from different countries and trying to understand how the world works beyond where I was born. I have always been curious about cultures, ways of life, languages, food, family dynamics, education and human behaviour in general.

Italy has always existed in the background of my life. Three of my grandparents came from Veneto families and even in Brazil the culture was always present inside my home through food, habits, expressions, values and the way family relationships worked. Recently I finally had the opportunity to spend time with my father’s Italian cousins, visit the area where my grandfather grew up and see the house where he lived. It was a very important moment for me and made everything feel much more real and personal. I also spent some time in Italy before and felt very comfortable there quite quickly.

I’ve already done Workaway and au pair experiences in Italy before and I still have a very good relationship with former hosts. For me, these experiences work well because I genuinely enjoy participating in daily life. I like useful routines. Cooking, helping, organising, driving, solving problems, taking care of spaces and talking at dinner after a long day. This kind of life suits me very naturally.

Outside work and responsibilities, I care a lot about beauty and culture in everyday life. I enjoy arts, photography, poetry, music, politics, architecture and long conversations. I love wine, cooking slowly, beautiful houses, old cafés, markets, countryside landscapes and people with strong stories. I sing since childhood and music has always been a very important part of my life.

I am not the kind of person who needs to be entertained all the time. I adapt well, learn quickly and usually become part of the rhythm of the house without much difficulty. I can be very communicative and sociable, but I also respect silence, routines and personal space.

I have experience with childcare and family routines because I practically helped raise my younger siblings. I cook very well and cooking si one of the most important parts of my life, especially Brazilian and Italian food. My mother and grandfather work with baking, so I grew up around kitchens, bread fermentation and cooking for many people.

I am extremely organised with housekeeping and daily tasks. I have been working hard since I was eleven in a farm shop and around farms, so I have a lot of experience with animals, gardening and outdoor work.

I drive manual cars confidently and have years of driving experience, including permission to drive internationally.

I worked with education, communication, marketing and international projects. I speak Portuguese, English and Italian fluently, plus some Spanish and basic Chinese. I have lived in different places and adapt easily to new environments.

More than anything, I think I bring stability. I’m responsible, emotionally mature, practical and respectful. If I commit to helping, I take it seriously.

I’m looking for new economically rewarding experiences with mutual trust, good communication and human warmth. I’m very open to long-term stays and to building real connections with the people around me.

Thank you for reading my profile and feel free to contact me if you think we could be a good match.
Interests
Writing
Performing arts
Politics / Social justice
Technology
Sustainability
Plant care
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
LGBTQ
Languages
Mountain
Movies & TV
Music
History
Hiking
Gardening
Farming
DIY & crafts
Cycling
Culture
Books
Camping
Charity work
Cooking & food
Beach
Astronomy
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Chinese (Mandarin): Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Creative DIY projects
Hospitality/Tourism
Some knowledge of:
Light maintenance
Eco Projects
Charity Work
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Being an elderly companion
House & pet sitting
Able to teach about:
Light gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
Cooking
Gardening
Taking care of children, ederly and Pets
Cleaning
Computers and Internet
Selling
Working in store
Teaching languages
Farming
Singing
Age
29
What else ...
I am currently looking for a job as I just got my european citizenship and I want to rebuild life here.
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- Driver's licence
- Allergies
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- Special dietary requirements
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20 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with gardening and ...)

I am not going to write much because it is not necessary. This is a magical family in a magical place. Everything is very positive, specially the energy. This is very much a place that resonates the Workaway spirit. I recommend it as much as I possibly can. Thanks for the wonderful time! I’ll be back often!

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20 Mar 2026

Left by host (Help with gardening and ...) for Workawayer ()

Gustavo è stato un ospite eccezionale. Sempre disponibile, rispettoso e con una grande voglia di fare. Si è integrato subito nell’ambiente e ha dato una mano concreta in tutte le attività, sempre con il sorriso. Affidabile e autonomo, ha reso l’esperienza davvero positiva. Consigliatissimo, 5 stelle meritate!

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2 Mar 2026

Left by host (Become part of our family and ...) for Workawayer ()

Gustavo is a wonderful person — kind, empathetic, respectful, and eager to help. He is very attentive and curious, genuinely interested in things and in learning from everything around him: customs, food, language…

He stayed with us for almost five months and built a good relationship with the whole family, including our children (who, as… read more

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2 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Become part of our family and ...)

Barbara and Aldo are a very Italian couple, and they live in a very Italian house near Brianza, an area full of beautiful places, important figures and landscapes that sometimes feel like something out of a fairytale. It’s a setting that really gives you a sense of everyday Italian life. Communication is easy because everyone speaks English well,… read more and at the same time they’re happy to practise Italian with you if that’s something you’re looking for.

Viola, their dog, is very calm and gently enjoying her retirement years. The village itself is small and quiet, but you won’t feel isolated. Everything you need is within walking distance, from supermarkets to small local businesses and even the practical bureaucracy things. At first, it might seem like there aren’t many young people around, but they are there. Once you get to know the area a bit better, you can build a surprisingly lively social life. I ended up making more than 50 new friends nearby and was invited out most weekends.

Life in the house is not exhausting, though you are expected to be available during the day in case help is needed, especially with driving. They usually leave their Panda for you to use, which makes things easier. Cooking is part of the routine as well, not every day and not in a rigid way, but as often as you reasonably can.
Barbara is the main person you’ll coordinate with. She’s very present and approachable, so most decisions and day-to-day matters go through her. Aldo travels quite a lot, but when he is home he brings a lot of energy. He often suggests small chores or food ideas and is always curious, well informed and up to date with the news. The kids are currently transitioning into adult life, so they are generally busy studying or out of the house.

Food is an important part of the experience. They eat very well, healthy, organic and balanced meals, and I genuinely felt thinner and healthier while living there. During the day, you’ll probably spend a good amount of time with Viola.

The room they offer comes with a private bathroom and is honestly the size of a big city flat, so you have a high level of privacy. Overall, I had a really good time there. I became friends with neighbours and shop owners, met their family friends, all very kind people, and spent a wonderful Christmas with them, which reminds me of the grandmother who I enjoyed the presence very much.

Important information in my opinion: there is a bus every hour from monday to saturday passing by the house that takes you to Como and Bergamo directly, if you can choose, I would suggest arriving at Bergamo airport, so you get one bus from the airport of bergamo to bergamo autostazione and then the bus 146 leaves you 200m from their house. It is easy to go spend the day in Como or Bergamo and come back at night. Train station kinda requires you to find a ride back and forth. If you are Brazilian too, the bus passes by La Coxineria, in Ponte San Pietro, with brazilian meals everyday, Feijoada on wednesdays.

I would recommend this opportunity to anyone, especially if you’re not looking for a more traditional Workaway experience with large groups on farms or big shared projects, and you’d prefer some free time to study or work in a quiet and private space while experiencing real Italian life. I will probably be around visiting Imbersago for the rest of my life.

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1 Jun 2018

Left by Workawayer () for host (Childcare and language ...)

I am not able to describe how lucky I was to find this amazing family, they were my second workaway experience, and made me understand how amazing this plataform can be.
If you're looking for a real reallife experience, cultural exchange and a place to make lifetime friends and learn some italian, Elena's family is perfect for you. They're… read more

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