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I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Vietnam - from Jul 2024 until Aug 2024 View all
Description
**As of December 2020 in Tasmania looking for a spot in an organic farm / sustainable construction project**
I am an optimistic long term traveler with a passion for new adventures. I am always looking to expand my horizons, to keep growing and learning from new challenges. I see life as a game and you will probably find me laughing out loud most of the time. I adapt quickly to new environments and I want to live my life to the fullest.
My interests include everything related to the outdoors and getting my hands dirty. After having traveled the Indian subcontinent for more than two years, I am deeply into my daily yoga practice. I am not after big comforts neither big pleasures.
You will see me at my happiest when I am out in nature, writing, creating, hiking, drinking coffee over inspiring conversations, building things with my own hands, cooking, mindfully sharing, and when doing anything related to sustainability, architecture, gardening, farming, and carpentry.
Interests
Van lifeYoga / WellnessWritingNatureSelf developmentSustainabilityOutdoor activitiesMountainLanguagesHitchhikingHikingGardeningFarmingDrawing & paintingCyclingCooking & foodCampingCarpentryBooksArt & design
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Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Able to teach about:
Art Projects
Languages
Eco Projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
-fast learner
-positive attitude
-highly adaptable and flexible
-creative work and physical efforts welcome
-social, strong communication skills
-open to new experiences
Age
36
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Feedback
16 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help out around our 150 acres ...)
Thank you Pat and John for the hospitality and the good moments. I enjoyed my time with you guys and hopefully will be back one day. Best of luck with all the beautiful projects!
Francis
Francis
(Excellent
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28 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Enjoy home stay, local life ...)
Saif got in touch after I posted a public trip on couchsurfing for Kolkata with a very good deal: He is passionate about teaching English in his hometown, a roughly two hour train ride out of Howrah station and he has been running an English school for college students in his own home and needs every once in a while an English speaker to engage in… read more
(Excellent
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15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help out around our organic ...)
I absolutely loved the farm. Located in the real heart of Auroville, on the red earth roads, arriving there felt already like a breath of fresh and calm air. During the three weeks I stayed there I kept jumping from site construction to the garden to do diverse tasks including plastering, plumbing and weeding and watering, going out to look for… read more
(Excellent
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16 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help out around our 150 acres ...)
Thank you Pat and John for the hospitality and the good moments. I enjoyed my time with you guys and hopefully will be back one day. Best of luck with all the beautiful projects!
Francis
Francis
(Excellent
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28 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Enjoy home stay, local life ...)
Saif got in touch after I posted a public trip on couchsurfing for Kolkata with a very good deal: He is passionate about teaching English in his hometown, a roughly two hour train ride out of Howrah station and he has been running an English school for college students in his own home and needs every once in a while an English speaker to engage in… read more
(Excellent
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15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help out around our organic ...)
I absolutely loved the farm. Located in the real heart of Auroville, on the red earth roads, arriving there felt already like a breath of fresh and calm air. During the three weeks I stayed there I kept jumping from site construction to the garden to do diverse tasks including plastering, plumbing and weeding and watering, going out to look for… read more
(Excellent
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11 Jul 2018
Left by host (Wilderness project and ...) for Workawayer (Francisco)
Franisco arrived on his motorcycle and brought with him an infectious laugh and good humour which kept us entertained and in good spirit! He is truly a hard worker and takes on jobs that he feels need to done. He was so connected with Koi & Sufi as he really likes pets. He is proactive and happy to do any kind of job. He will be an asset to any… read more
(Excellent
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23 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Wilderness project and ...)
What a great two weeks! Rajen picked me up from Madikeri town and we drove into the unknown amazing nature de the Western Ghats. Really remote, I was welcomed into his house with great views to the valley, with the company of some other volunteers, amazing surroundings, two dogs and a beatiful cat, Kurosan, in heat that will melt your heart, great… read more
(Excellent
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5 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Come and help us around our ...)
I enjoyed Mysore so much and the neighborhood in which it is located, the great food around the hostel, the local life and the yoga in the mornings. I was in charge of making sure everything was fine and that guests were happy. Which literally to hang out with them, show them around, and get to know the great city of Mysore at the same time. It… read more
(Excellent
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5 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Art project, assistance in ...)
What a fantastic place to relax and work on your own project! Super flexible and encouraging, I found myself so comfortable in the lovely hotel run by Adel and Uli that I almost didn't even leave the premises. The yoga hall and the pool in the rooftop with amazing views will make it hard for your to leave I'm sure. Thank you so much for all the… read more
(Excellent
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25 Apr 2018
Left by host (Art project, assistance in ...) for Workawayer (Francisco)
Fran is a beautiful human who is willing to do anything, for us he painted a great mural in the balcony of one of our rooms, a very beautiful painting that took a lot of time, during his stay he had a great connection with the staff, other volunteers and us, he is also a very good cook and he made some very tasty food, he is ready to take any job… read more
(Excellent
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30 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco)
Fron is really nice guy he came through workaway and was seriously taking his work. He like to paint. Kept the House clean all the time and we had good times playing game together. I regret I couldn't say him good bye but I'm sure we will meet again somewhere in this little world. and Yes Fron in "Special" ;-)
(Excellent
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2 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Looking for some creative ...)
I arrived to Ganges Nirvana on a rainy monsoon day; Shash was flexible and offered me a ride on his bike thought the busy, noisy roads. Helpful since minute zero. Located in a quiet neighborhood, Nanges Nirvana can feel sometimes a bit disorganized, but Shash' good intentions is what counts in the end. Rather a Workaway than a another similar… read more
(Excellent
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4 Nov 2017
Left by host (Help out at Pottery Farm near ...) for Workawayer (Francisco)
Francisco was such a great person to have around to help out! He took care of the guests in our hostel beautifully and took a lot of the work off of my plate. Not only did he pitch in on our various landscaping projects at the hostel, he also did quite a bit of photography for our social media content as well. An amazing person to chill with who… read more
(Excellent
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2 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help out at Pottery Farm near ...)
This is such a quiet, artsy spot to arrive and just calm down. It provides you with lots of space to work on your own projects, to manage and hang around with guests, to develop some online marketing skills, to have a go at photography or cooking, to work on the garden, do yoga, meditate, and to just have a nice time among exotic birds. The staff… read more
(Excellent
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19 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Work and Enjoy on small ...)
Saroj and his family are very welcoming and good-hearted. I felt at home instantly and enjoyed the slow paced routine here. Sometimes you have to keep proactive if, like me, you like to stay busy. Some other times, you can just get over yourself, relax and play cards in the kitchen :-) I totally recommend this workaway to anyone with some extra… read more
(Excellent
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18 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco)
The best word to describe Francisco is happiness. He is the guy who looks always happy and positive. He was very good at work and we are so glad to have him as our volunteer. - Cai
(Excellent
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15 Jan 2017
Left by host (Discover the real Penang, ...) for Workawayer (Francisco)
Fron... A guy who is truly unique in every aspect of the word. We have possibly learned more from u then you did from us! This chap has a great attitude toward everything we through at him, and he has a even greater personality. Always with a smile on his face, no matter the situation. Among the people we have had we gave him a possibly the… read more
(Excellent
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8 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Discover the real Penang, ...)
First, thank you, David and Fisher, for such a warm welcome into the family.
Volunteering here never felt like real work - it was fun, met a lot of great backpackers, and at the same time learned how to manage a hostel from the inside. Georgetown has a special place in my heart now and I would definitely come back for more if I am back in… read more
Volunteering here never felt like real work - it was fun, met a lot of great backpackers, and at the same time learned how to manage a hostel from the inside. Georgetown has a special place in my heart now and I would definitely come back for more if I am back in… read more
(Excellent
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8 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help at our river lodge and ...)
I loved the whole project. At the beginning turned off by the host charges, I soon understood your money is going to a good cause, where bringing goods and operating boats onto the island has a cost. First, I spent a few days at the oyster farm, where I got to learn a lot about Malaysian culture, its food and its great people. Then, off to the… read more
(Excellent
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8 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Tree house hostel next to the ...)
Since the moment I arrived at the House, I loved the very relaxed vibe, the people and I felt like at home. I was given different shifts - from breakfasts to cleaning and making beds to artsy projects to bar shifts - during my stay so that I was able to get an overview on how to manage a beach hostel. Right by the beach, I was also able to escape… read more
(Excellent
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16 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco)
Francisco Martinez, witty, funny, jolly and enjoyable in all means, we had you for long but met you only for short, since our travels led us away for a while. But what we perceived was lovely and behind a playful mind deep and beautiful. Acting from your centre good in guiding and when pushed a bit also bringing out what was the needful. The… read more
(Excellent
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16 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host
(Help create a community ...)
I arrived here by accident after some disorienting days in Berlin. At first a little skeptical, the beautiful project, the amazing people, the enriching yoga every morning and all its incredible energy grew up on me little by little. I felt at home and at peace while every day was an adventure and I was able to challenge myself, keep learning and… read more
(Excellent
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