Carla

Nova Zelândia
Entre para ver a última atividade

Medalhas (3)

Fotos

Ver tudo

Dê Workaway de presente

Saiba mais

Informações do perfil

Taxa de resposta
75.0 %
Informações de viagem
Eu estou
viajando
Atividades em que tenho interesse:
Currently living in the countryside of Apulia, Italia, with family and 4 cats. Available from September for couple sits with my partner, East.

**I am now currently unavailble until Sep**
Descrição
Hi! My name is Carla — I am 27 years old, born in Malta and raised in Aotearoa/New Zealand.

I am a musician and have worked in the Aotearoa music industry for about a decade. I love what I do, but I have decided to take a little break from busy living and computer screens to focus on travelling, meeting new people, and learning new skills, particularly in the world of organic argriculture. I am currently residing with some family in the countryside of Puglia, Italy, where I am helping out with projects around their small farm. I am passionate about travelling through mindful exploration and slow living, and my belief is that participating in work aways or house sitting experiences allows for more meaningful connections to each country, its people and the land.

I am strongly independent and I love exploring...put me anywhere and I will walk for miles and miles! I also really enjoy engaging with local languages. In my spare time I will usually be writing or listening to music, cooking, rock climbing, walking or reading. I also love board games 🙂‍↕️

I am a hard worker and an open minded person. I listen and I adapt, and I am excited to learn about different ways of life and contribute positively to them!

Please note my partner, East, will be travelling with me from September 2025, and we will be available for workaways as a couple from then!
Interesses
Moda e beleza
Política/justiça social
Eventos e social
LGBTQ
Sustentabilidade
Cultura
Mascotes
Fazenda
Filmes e TV
Cuidar de plantas
Música
História
Livros
Idiomas
Jardinagem
Culinária e comida
Escrever
Artes performáticas
Animais
Astronomia
Fitness
Camping
Yoga/bem-estar
Naturaleza
Montanhas
Praia
Dança
Atividades ao ar livre
Caminhada
Ciclismo
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Maltese: Fluente
Italiano: Intermediário
Habilidades e conhecimento para compartilhar ou aprender
Tenho interesse em:
Projetos artísticos
Trabalho beneficente
Projetos ambientais
Fazer companhia para idosos
Ensino
Jardinagem
Projetos de construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Cuidar de crianças/atividades criativas
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
House sitting
Poso ensinar:
Idiomas
Quais são suas habilidades?
I can speak English and Maltese fluently with beginner-elementary knowledge of Italian; a lot of hospitality experience, including barista experience; knowledgable in outdoor pursuits -gardening, weeding, planting, etc; I teach singing and piano; cooking; good with kids; anything I don't know I am always open to learning!
Idade
27
Algo mais...
I love so many things, including but not limited to: cats, board games, walking for hours while listening to music, collecting records, making playlists, history, minecraft (it got me through the pandemic), trees, walking dogs, exploring, learning new instruments, pilates and yoga, hiking, DJing, trying new recipes, knitting, dancing, theatre, driving, bird watching (I borrowed my friend's binoculars once and it changed everything), learning a new skill and slowly getting better at it, indoor rock climbing (yet to try outdoor), films

For future hosts, I'd love to connect with like and open minded people :) I would prefer to video call before joining you.
Mais algumas informações
- Fumante
- Carteira de motorista
- Alergias
- Dietas especiais

Segurança do site

Comentário

30 out. 2025

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Help our non-profit community ...) para o Workawayer ()

Absolute sweethearts. We loved them from the first day and had a great time together (too short). Carla and East both have a very chilled and balanced energy, they make you feel comfortable when they are around. Interesting conversations, funny stories, great music and film taste, good social skills, tasty cooking, loving animal care, creative… read more

(Excelente )

26 out. 2025

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Help our non-profit community ...)

My partner and I spent two weeks here, and we feel so grateful to have been part of such an amazing project, who do so much for local animals and also for people and travellers. We didn't want to leave!

It was so easy to settle into a routine here. Tasks were spread out among everybody, ranging from dog walking, cooking, going to the market,… read more

(Excelente )

16 set. 2025

Deixado pelo anfitrião (Enjoy a cultural exchange ...) para o Workawayer ()

We hosted Carla for more than a month at our home and it was an amazing experience! From the moment she arrived, our twins were instantly captivated by her very friendly and fun demeanor. They almost fell in love with her :) She was always very kind and helped us a lot at home and with Lulù; she was always very sweet and it was a real pleasure to… read more

(Excelente )

10 set. 2025

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Enjoy a cultural exchange ...)

I spent six weeks with this wonderful family, and I have no words to begin to explain how much it meant to me! The family were so welcoming from the beginning, and included me in everything. I truly felt like a huge part of the family. I was so comfortable, well fed and well taken care of from start to finish. They gave me a nice big room with a… read more

(Excelente )

27 ago. 2025

Deixado pelo Workawayer () para o anfitrião (Join me and discover the joy ...)

I spent about 10 days at Milo's home in June — it was a really meaningful learning experience. I also met the most amazing fellow workawayers while I was there and feel so lucky to have been able to spend time with them. Milo is very knowledgeable about permaculture and farming, and has amazing stories to tell. He’s also a wonderful cook and… read more shared lots of special recipes with us, along with plenty of knowledge about Puglian traditions and sustainable living. His home is really special, nestled amongst 2 hectares of valleys, fruit trees, fields, and veggie gardens. I really enjoyed the daily rhythm: waking up (very early, as the sun was already strong by 8AM!), checking the chickens, and setting out on the day’s project (which could be anything from painting, mixing compost, and fixing the electric fence, to harvesting vegetables or building trellises). Every day brought something different, which I really appreciated.

The work can be intense, and you’re expected to keep up right away. It helps to be prepared physically and mentally, and open to learning and contributing even when things feel challenging — tiredness, heat, problem-solving, or working with new tools. If you want to push yourself, you will enjoy the challenge, but it might not be for everyone! The days are structured, and there are rules to follow, so being flexible with your usual routine or way of doing things makes a big difference. Overall it’s really rewarding, especially when you get to relax in the afternoon in one of the hammocks or head down to the local bar/mini-market (a lovely family-run spot that serves yummy food, basics, and local ingredients). The early mornings really pay off because by 10am, the working day is already done.

As a workawayer, everyone is expected to do their bit, whether it's helping to prepare for mealtimes, helping with laundry, etc. Being present is important, and part of the experience — if you value lots of personal time and want to stick to strict 5 hours of socialising during work hours / have a hard time contributing outside of that (which naturally, preparing for dinner, setting the table, etc involves), I don't think this will be right for you.

On days off, you can visit some local towns, or head further afield if you make it to the train station in Ostuni. Milo’s place is in the countryside, but there are a couple of buses to Ostuni and Martina Franca that run twice a day. If you can get a car or rent a scooter, you’ll have much more freedom to explore this beautiful region! The accommodation is very comfortable — you’ll stay in one of two trullos. Depending on how many Workawayers are around, you may have a room to yourself or share. There’s a fully equipped bathroom in a separate trullo, and Workawayers have their own living space and fridge. Privacy is respected. Just a heads up: the internet is very limited (no WiFi, and weak signal), though there are a couple of hotspots around the property and Gino’s shop nearby has free WiFi.

If you’re looking to learn about slow and simple living, take a break from screens, eat well, pick up new skills, and discover a beautiful part of Italy, this Workaway could be a great choice. I’m grateful for the experience and wish Milo all the best with his current and future projects. Grazie mille :)

(Excelente )

Ver tudo