Victoria

United Kingdom
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I am currently
At home
My next destination:
United Kingdom - from Aug 2024 until Dec 2026
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Description
Hello, I am an explorer of the world. I have been to lots of places, but many I have not.
I love to immerse myself and learn about other cultures, I am happy to get stuck in with anything and enjoy sharing tales with like-minded people. I like to be active, I am interested in animal care, eco-farming, sports and hiking.
Interests
Art & design
Gardening
Movies & TV
Van life
Yoga / Wellness
Vegetarian or vegan
Technology
Sustainability
Self development
Photography
Plant care
Pets
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Fitness
Farming
DIY & crafts
Cycling
Culture
Cooking & food
Camping
Books
Adventure sports
Animals
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Languages
Art Projects
DIY and building projects
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
I am currently seeking a significant lifestyle change and looking for a place to settle for the foreseeable future.

Over the past 17 years, I have traveled extensively for work, leisure, and volunteer opportunities, frequently using the Workaway platform. My experiences include working at animal sanctuaries, eco-farms, guesthouses, and Airbnbs.

Professionally, I have worked as a Tour Leader, leading long tours such as from Istanbul to Beijing. I hold a bus license and have experience driving trucks. I was previously an outdoor instructor, teaching sports, team building, and climbing, and I have worked with groups of both children and adults in all of my roles.

I also spent a year working in Iceland as an ice cave guide and super jeep driver, catering to international tourists.

My volunteer experiences with Workaway include:

A dog shelter in Kathmandu
An animal rescue and farm in Slovenia
A desert farm in Morocco
A hillside ranch in Mongolia
Cleaning Airbnbs and helping with the conservation of Giant Japanese Salamanders in Japan
Additionally, I have WWOOFed in Australia, where I learned about permaculture, planting, and composting.

I am an individual with a dog. Her name is Bella, and she is a Border Collie mix. I am comfortable living away from civilization and, in fact, prefer it.
Age
42
What else ...
I am very active, I enjoy to run, hike, bike and climb. I like to do physical work and I am open to learning new things.
I am very much interested in learning about permaculture, living self-sustainably and taking care of animals.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian

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16 Nov 2023

Left by host (Help our friendly, rural ...) for Workawayer ()

Vikki was a great workayer. She could only stay a couple of weeks but she achieved a lot during that time and we wanted her to stay for longer!

Great attitude and can work well alone or as part of a small team. Throughly recommended.

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13 Nov 2023

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I instantly felt welcomed and at home, Richard and longer term volunteer Fransisco met me at the train station. Its a quiet little town and there is lots to do in the wider area to keep you entertained in your free time. The volunteer house is very comfortable with all the things you need to cook for yourself. Richard gave an allowance for food in… read more

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18 Oct 2023

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Its tremendously terrible late feed back, sincere apologies Vikki. Its was our great pleasure to host Vikki. She interacted well with everyone. She is easy going, organized, dependable and has a vast knowledge.

Vicki help us with photography, general maintenance and Art Drawing. Vikki using her photograph skills, created excellent content for… read more

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31 Jul 2023

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living harmoniously with nature on their land. They are growing their own fruits, veggies and herbs. Through their heritage and cultural traditions they know how to get food from nature in a sustainable way. Eyon and Yanong themselves, they are committed to the local community and also welcome strangers with open arms. They are very supportive,… read more

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27 Sep 2023

Left by host (Help us at our family guest ...) for Workawayer ()

Vikki is an incredible person with a lot of life skills and personal skills that impressed us. She stayed at our home 10 days and during her stay she helped us a lot in fixing the roof, assembling the yurts for transport, carrying the stuff from the storage space to the garage, cleaning the garden, and all sorts of housework like doing the dishes,… read more

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27 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help us at our family guest ...)

Agata, Tamir and Victor are a lovely family who welcomed me into their home and instantly made me feel like part of the family.
During my time with them I did a bit of cooking and cleaning, helped to replace part of the roof that was leaking, helped take down and pack away some Gers for the winter and general tidying of the outbuildings and… read more

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16 Nov 2023

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13 Nov 2023

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18 Oct 2023

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31 Jul 2023

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27 Sep 2023

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27 Sep 2023

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27 Sep 2023

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Vicky was stayed my place more than 3 weeks . Her staying was was very helpful.
Volunteers know how my English language so Vicky is fast, hard, independent, motivated, inventing
She knows a lot ...Thank you Vicky

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17 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (We welcome volunteers who ...)

I had a great time staying with Minjee, she has a big heart and a lot going on. You will not always know what's going to happen. You will see what life is really like on a ranch. Facilities are basic and everyone is sleeping in the same room. I would definitely recommend spending some time here and I hope to come back and visit one day.. Thanks… read more

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20 Sep 2023

Left by host (Help out at our eco leisure ...) for Workawayer ()

Victoria is independent, detailed and completed the tasks assigned to her efficiently. She’s observant, understanding, adventurous, loves the nature and animals especially the dogs here :) It’s a pleasure hosting her and we wish her all the best in her future endeavors!

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17 Aug 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help out at our eco leisure ...)

I contacted them a day before I wanted to arrive, they respond very fast. I spent two weeks in this beautiful place, very picturesque in the hills north of KL.. I loved the animals here, the dogs especially, their is a lot of wildlife here if you are patient and happy to look for the small creatures.. the description and profile are accurate...… read more

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17 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Experience the local way of ...)

Ismail is a wonderfully kind human being, the whole community here are very friendly and welcoming. Ismail will help you to get involved with the community. The neighbour 'Imi' speaks very good English and can offer a sunrise bike tour or you can rent bikes from her. Ismail provides basic food like vegetables and fruits, rice and noodles and… read more

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4 Jul 2023

Left by host (Help our farm become ...) for Workawayer ()

Vikky, was an excellent worker, did every job good, quickly and with joy.
She always thought how to do things the best and thorough way. Always ready to help with great skills and good work ethics, always found solutions and innovative ways to solve problems, was interested in everything, asked when she was not sure and rather worked more than… read more

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3 Jul 2023

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help our farm become ...)

I had a wonderful time, staying on the farm for 2 weeks with Umar. Umar has 3 sites.
The main one closest to Pontianak is basecamp by the road and contains the coffee shop, (which is not open, needs some work as has been closed since covid). I stayed in one of the Airbnb cabins as there were no guests. Otherwise you will be in the main house. The… read more

(Excellent)

24 May 2019

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

Very enjoyable experience to have had Vikki here.
She was a great help, pleasant company, understanding and easygoing.
Thank you for all.

(Excellent)

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