Jeroen
& Mariette

Netherlands
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Travel information

We are currently

Travelling

Activities we are interested in:

currently travelling through northern Thailand, next stop in January: Laos.
Description

We are a young family of 5; Karel (11), Doris (9), Douwe (7), Mariette and myself (Jeroen) and we live, work and study currently in Haarlem (Netherlands). Jet and I have seen our fair share of the world in the past in a mix of exchange programs and travelling and want to offer our kids a broader view of the world as well before they get into high school.
Interests

Photography

Carpentry

Adventure sports

Animals

Culture

Plant care

History

Cooking & food

Beach

Winter sports

Team sports

Hiking

Charity work

Water sports

Sustainability

Mountain

Gardening

Self development

Languages

DIY & crafts

Camping

Architecture

Vegetarian or vegan

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Politics / Social justice

Nature

Farming

Cycling

Books
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate

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Skills and knowledge we'd like to share or learn

We're interested in:

Eco Projects

Life at a Farmstay

Some knowledge of:

Creative DIY projects

Light gardening

Hospitality/Tourism

Light maintenance

Able to teach about:

Teaching

Languages

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Helping around the house
More details about your skills

Jet is a professional coach (individuals, teams or organisations). Jeroen is is food supply chain manager. We speak multiple languages (dutch & english both fluent, french (Jet) spanish & german (Jeroen); just shy of fluent.
Age

45 & 42
What else ...

I am a miller, love to read, enjoy being outside to hike, windsurf, cycle, sail or garden.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No meat

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2 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Welcome to our farmhouse and ...)

we had a lovely and iutsranding stay in Mamata's farmhouse. The food was delicious, work on the farm was lovely. During our stay we had an unfortunate accident with our son where Mamata quickly jumped in and arranged transportation to the hospital. We will never forget the warmth we experienced from Mamata and het family. Go here if you get the … read more

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2 Apr 2026

Left by host (Come and join us on our ...) for Workawayer ()

We want to thank Jeroen, Mariette, Karel, Doris and Douwe for the 10 days they spend in our tiny home. 10 days felt like 20, because there was no pause. Even though, we were so many, everything went smoothly. Sharaï and Eléa had a blast playing with Karel, Doris and Douwe. They could also practice their english. Mariette was a steady help for my … read more

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2 Apr 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Come and join us on our ...)

On our trip through Asia with our family of 5 (children aged 11,9 and 7) we spent 10 days on the farm of Casper and his family. It was an unforgettable experience. Taking part of the Nepali every day farmlife, cooking and eating local food, highly fullfilling farm chores, amazing hikes and views (although we had some foggy days), but most of all … read more

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