Mario

Italy
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Description

Hi! I'm an English teacher in Bologna, Italy, I'm from Australia.
My life is pretty standard, work, going out with my friends, cinema, concerts... what I particularly love is travelling. Anytime, anywhere... just the idea of packing a bag gets me excited. Seeing new things, meeting new people and being exposed to different perspectives... it's my lifeblood.
A balanced person is not somebody who necessarily reads a lot, has several degrees, etc. A person who is in constant contact with people of all types is the smart guy.

I'm easy-going, adaptable and love cooking. I also love learning new skills.
Interests

Writing

Politics / Social justice

Nature

Outdoor activities

Photography

Music

Movies & TV

Languages

Fitness

History

Culture

Books

Camping

Cooking & food

Beach
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Russian: Fluent

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Eco Projects

Charity Work

Art Projects

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Life at a Farmstay

Able to teach about:

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Light maintenance

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

Teaching
More details about your skills

I have skills in teaching languages and other subjects, sports, building, working with customers. I have been a volunteer leader in Sicily, teaching children English through games. I have also volunteered in Ukraine on an archeological site, and the cleaning-up of a national park.

I am an excellent cook. I have also worked as a waiter in various restaurants/cafès.
Age

49
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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14 Sep 2022

Left by host (Experience life in a small ...) for Workawayer ()

Mario stayed for a month and his help was very vaulable. First he could work idipendet and do the job correct , he was rensponsible and that gave me time to do other things. His advice was very helpful I even increase the money that I was making and I will try also his other advice for the next year. I think is an asset for a host to have Mario. … read more

(Excellent )

12 Sep 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Experience life in a small ...)

The whole experience far exceeded my expectations. The work was pretty easy, there was a great deal of cultural exchange, and Ifigenia is a great person. Exactly what I was looking for.
The campsite is quiet and relaxing, and with the other volunteers (and often with the other guests) we travelled around the island and visited some amazing … read more

(Excellent )

30 Apr 2022

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help out our family on a self ...)

I spent 2 weeks at the farm last summer, and found it really enjoyable. It was in a beautiful, peaceful part of the countryside, the meals were excellent, and the hosts very friendly.
Somedays we worked quite hard, but it was rewarding and some of the things we did, like planting and preparing the vegetables. was very educational.
There was a … read more

(Excellent )

24 May 2021

Left by host (Learn Italian and help at our ...) for Workawayer ()

Mario was with us for a short time but his help proved invaluable and his creativity in cooking useful for everyone. Available to help guests, he has an ease in involving people. Good luck for the future!

(Good )

10 Sep 2019

Left by Workawayer () for host (Learn Italian and help at our ...)

I spent two very relaxing weeks here. My work was easy: cleaning the bathrooms in the morning, setting up the café area and cooking. It was easily manageable, leaving me time to lounge around the pool and catch up on my reading. The hosts Andrea, Francesca and Olga were helpful and easy-going. Hope to go back soon!

(Excellent )

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14 Sep 2022

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(Excellent)

12 Sep 2022

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(Excellent)

30 Apr 2022

Left by Workawayer for host (Help out our family on a self ...)

(Excellent)

24 May 2021

Left by host (Learn Italian and help at our ...) for Workawayer

(Good)

10 Sep 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Learn Italian and help at our ...)

(Excellent)

16 May 2021

Left by Workawayer for host (Come experience an organic ...)

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15 Nov 2020

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6 Sep 2020

Left by Workawayer for host (Help in an organic vegetable ...)

Staying with Sharon and Andrea felt so natural. They were spontaneous, easy-going, warm and great fun to be with. I worked a little in Sharon's garden doing some weeding, the rest of the time I went to the beach with Andrea and accompanied him on a children's show he was performing. Excellent weekend!

(Excellent)

30 Sep 2019

Left by host (Meet people from all around ...) for Workawayer

Mario was really a perfect helper and easy to comunicate.Specially his kitchen skills are really helps.I strongly recommend him to any host.Thank you Mario and hope to see you again.

(Excellent)

10 Sep 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Meet people from all around ...)

This Workaway experience was perfect: the right amount of work (cooking, basically, in my case), opportunity to mix with the wide variety of guests (which was my favourite part), and time to explore the area and go to the beach.
Sem was a great host, easy-going and fun to hang out with. Loved it all, hope to go back one day!

(Excellent)

21 Apr 2019

Left by Workawayer for host (Help in our hostel in a quiet ...)

Staying at Toubab Dialow was an excellent experience, I met a lot of locals, the beach is around the corner, the staff is fantastic.

(Very good)

24 Sep 2017

Left by Workawayer for host (Experience life on the ...)

I had a great time in Prangli. The work was quite long on some days, but rewarding. A lot of cooking and great evenings with incredible sunsets. Livar took me fishing, a fantastic experience. Tiina took me, and 2 other volunteers, to the south of Estonia to her little house. Siiri gave us wine and great conversation. The vibe was family-like and … read more

(Excellent)

17 Dec 2016

Left by host (Help me start up a little ...) for Workawayer

Mario stayed for a short time. He helped me with digging and his cooking was excellent too!

(Very good)

20 Nov 2016

Left by Workawayer for host (Help me start up a little ...)

I stayed for a week in August at Jon's place and enjoyed the different pace and lifestyle. Facilities were simple, but this was not a problem. The work was very hard, digging very early in the morning to escape the heat. But I didn't mind it.
It was cool sleeping in the yurt and the isolation was great, even though there were some nice cafès … read more

(Very good)

28 Mar 2016

Left by Workawayer for host (Volunteer at an off-grid, ...)

I spent a week last August at Steve and Denise's place, it was so relaxing. I did a lot of gardening, a little cooking and a lot of chilling. Highly recommended.

(Excellent)

25 Sep 2014

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thanks

(Excellent)

16 Sep 2014

Left by Workawayer for host (Welcome in France ! In the ...)

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(Very good)

16 Sep 2014

Left by Workawayer for host (Join our team at a nudist ...)

I spent a very relaxing and stress-free 4 weeks here. I was given the chance to be totally independent and was given considerable responsibility in running the bar in the evening, which I enjoyed a lot. Small things like choosing the music and mixing cocktails were seemingly insignificant but wonderful pleasures. There were a lot of Dutch … read more

(Excellent)

26 Nov 2013

Left by host for Workawayer

Mario did a good job doing helping us with everything we showed him, and was also capable to work on his own.
he enjoyed his free time very much, teaching us and the kids to play cards.
thank you for your cooking :)

(Good)

7 Oct 2013

Left by Workawayer for host (Idyllic animal sanctuary in ...)

Hard work under the August sun, but a rewarding 3 weeks.
At the beginning, I was perplexed by Ales's attitude, when I noted that their dog had bitten me and the other Workaway person and that his priority was to ensure the welfare of the volunteers at his farm, he questioned this, and suggested that maybe I should consider leaving. Strange, in my … read more

(Good)

7 Oct 2013

Left by host for Workawayer

Mario was a great work a way full of energy life and confidence. He worked very well took instructions well and brought good ideas and suggestions into play too. His cooking skills are wonderful and the guests, other staff and ourselves the hosts really enjoyed his being with us. We fully reccomend him and would love to have him stay again in the … read more

(Excellent)

7 Oct 2013

Left by Workawayer for host (Willing Helpers for a Holiday ...)

My 3 weeks at Quinta were exceptional. After a few hours in the morning of intense work, I was then free to go to the beach and just chill for the rest of the day. Chris and Ana were just perfect: relaxed, warm and superlative people.
Sign me up for next summer!

(Excellent)

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