Shun Ying

Travel information

I am currently

Activities i am interested in:

Nature, Hiking, Food, Exploring new places

Description

Hello! I am Shun from Malaysia. I am currently solo backpacking, and I am hoping to go through Europe&Balkans-Central Asia-Southeast Asia by June 2024!

I am a curious person and I love to try new things. One of the experiences that I really wanted to try is to be able to volunteer at various places and Workaway seems to be the perfect platform for this. I hope I will be able to learn a lot through volunteering, and I also hope to provide as much as I can to the community!

Malaysia is a multi-racial country where all heritage and roots are very well-preserved. I grew up in a diverse environment and I would love to learn more about culture outside of my own country. I can’t wait to stay longer at a place to dive deep and experience the place like a local!!

Interests

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
Malay: Intermediate
Chinese (Cantonese): Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I am happy to teach whatever I can in Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay. Likewise, I am also interested to learn whatever I can in a new language! :D

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

General Maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

Prior to being a full-time backpacker, I was a data analyst at a software start-up. I love working with numbers and I believe I will be able to help with computer/digitalization and data-related inquiries.

I have also worked a couple of part-time jobs in the food industry - I've worked in the school dining hall and cafe, as well as a hot-pot restaurant. My responsibilities were mostly cleaning and serving the orders. Though I never cooked (unless you count making sandwiches and fries), I have some experience in the service industry and I am confident that I will do well.

I am no expert in gardening but I love plants and have a very proud collection of house plants. I am also a very hands-on person and love to be creative - I really enjoy thrifting and upcycling various things. I've tried to build a table myself once but the outcome wasn't quite stable, so I would love it if there is any chance to learn my ways around diy projects and the tools.

I can also help with language practice if you are interested in learning Mandarin or some basic Malay and Cantonese! :)

Age

26

What else ...

Well... I have to admit that I am a huge Potterhead - any Harry Potter-related item/topic will make me very happy.

I have also picked up photography to keep myself busy during my travels. If you need a photo shoot on something I can try my best!

I love nature and hiking and would love to tag along with any hiking sessions :D Also open to trying new sports!

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  no

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  Special dietary requirements
  no