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Hi there! We are David and Maraike, a 20-year-old couple from Germany, currently exploring Australia on a backpacking adventure. We began our journey in Melbourne and have been traveling up the east coast to Sydney in our van which we then sold. We’re an energetic and open-minded duo who love meeting new people, learning about different cultures, and sharing our own traditions. Whether it’s telling you about life in Germany, cooking traditional meals, or introducing you to our customs, we’re always happy to connect.
Our Story and Passions
David is a passionate lifeguard who has worked with the German Lifeguarding Services, keeping an eye on swimmers at pools and beaches, as well as teaching kids how to swim. When it’s time to unwind, he loves to pick up his ukulele and play for a while.
Maraike has been playing handball since she was six years old. In Germany, it’s a very popular sport, and she’s proud to have coached others during her voluntary year at a handball association. She also plays in a family marching band and treasures the joy of making music together. In quieter moments, you’ll often find her crocheting or getting lost in a good book.
We’re both music lovers and listen to just about everything, though we often enjoy pop and exploring other people’s favorite playlists. When it comes to movies, we’ve been working through the Marvel storyline and can’t wait to revisit classics like Star Wars and Harry Potter. As for books, David enjoys fantasy novels and is currently reading The Emperor of All Maladies, while Maraike’s love for romantasy has her devouring the Kill the Queen series.
Our Australian Adventures
One of our favorite memories so far was celebrating Maraike’s 20th birthday in Melbourne. We had an incredible day at the AFL Grand Final festival, followed by a lively bar crawl and a magical visit to the Silver Circus. For Maraike, another unforgettable experience was feeding kangaroos at a wildlife park on Phillip Island. They were so sweet and gentle, it was hard to leave them!
What We Can Offer We’re friendly, hardworking, and always eager to help. Whether it’s joining in on a game night, cooking, or lending a hand with cleaning or repairs, we’re happy to contribute. Spending time with others, sharing experiences, and creating memories together are what we value most.
We look forward to meeting you and making great connections along the way!Intereses
VideografíaAutodesarrolloFotografíaSenderismoEscrituraVegetariano o veganoDeportes de equipoPolítica / justicia socialNaturalezaMascotasActividades al aire libreMúsicaPelículas y televisiónJardineríaAgriculturaEventos y sociedadBaileCulturaCocina y alimentaciónAcampadaLibrosPlayaAnimalesDeportes de aventuraIdiomas
Idiomas hablados
Alemán: Fluido
Inglés: Fluido
Latin: Intermedio
Español: PrincipianteMás información sobre tus intereses idiomáticos
David has been learning Spanish in school for 3 years but has still just basic knowledge, and would love to improve.Habilidades y conocimientos que queremos compartir o aprender
Nos interesa:
Proyectos ecológicos
Compañía para ancianos
Vida en una granja
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Hostelería/turismo
Trabajo de caridad
Ciertos conocimientos de:
Jardinería
Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Cuidado de casas
Podemos enseñar:
Idiomas
Ayuda con ordenadores/Internet
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Our Skills & Experience
-Gardening:From cultivation and care to harvesting, we have hands-on experience in maintaining gardens.
- Pet Care: With experience caring for dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, and turtles, as well as a love for animals, we're ready to help with any pet-related tasks.
- Construction & Repairs: David’s practical experience includes using tools like drills, angle grinders, and jigsaws. He has worked with Loscam in Australia and contributed to a house renovation project in Germany.
- Painting & Creativity: Maraike has a talent for painting and enjoys bringing color and creativity to projects.
- Childcare: Growing up with younger siblings has given us valuable experience in childcare, and we enjoy spending time with kids.
- Cooking: We love experimenting in the kitchen and trying new recipes.
- Cleaning: With experience cleaning in a swimming pool facility (David) and a trampoline park (Maraike), we are thorough and efficient in maintaining cleanliness.
- Basic Renovation Skills: We have foundational knowledge in wallpapering and can do all kinds of small repairs required in home improvement.
- Technology: David has a strong understanding of technology, making him a quick learner for tech-related tasks.
- Animal Care: Having grown up on the countryside, David is familiar with animals like cows, sheep, and pigs. While our skills in this area are basic, we are eager to learn more and work with animals.
We are enthusiastic, reliable, and always ready to lend a hand. If you're looking for a capable and motivated team, we’d love to hear from you!Edad
21 & 20
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Pescetarian (David)
Comentarios
We shared some really good times… read more
These guys only stayed with me for a few weeks but they are just such a delight to have stay.
Both David and MJ are really chatty and social, they fit right in with our family and we're able to slip quickly into the household routine.
It's a little stereotypical but they have absolutely set the stereotype of Germans… read more
Spending time with them was wonderful.… read more
Together with Grant, we demolished an old staircase and repurposed the bricks to pave an outdoor shower. Besides the work, we spent a lot of quality time with them—sharing meals,… read more
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We shared some really good times… read more
These guys only stayed with me for a few weeks but they are just such a delight to have stay.
Both David and MJ are really chatty and social, they fit right in with our family and we're able to slip quickly into the household routine.
It's a little stereotypical but they have absolutely set the stereotype of Germans… read more
Spending time with them was wonderful.… read more
Together with Grant, we demolished an old staircase and repurposed the bricks to pave an outdoor shower. Besides the work, we spent a lot of quality time with them—sharing meals,… read more
On Saturday… read more