Karolina

United States
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Hi there! My name is Karolina and I am a Chicago native looking for a new adventure whilst on break from the career world. I am a lively, open-minded person and always up for a challenge, I'll try anything once! I have a passion for cooking and baking, and I love the way that food brings people together. I am a lover of dance, movement, and live music. I like to work hard and relax hard, whether that means sitting out by the beach or on top of a mountain- nature makes my heart sing!

After living in the beautiful Sierra Nevada's for the past 4 years, I recently came back to Chicago and have found that the hustle and bustle of this charming city no longer serves me the way it used to. Now I am looking to hit the road and lean into a slower and more meaningful life. I am super excited to start my journey on workaway again as I have had so many awesome experiences with hosts in the past.

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile, Cheers!
Interests
Photography
Cooking & food
History
Books
Art & design
Animals
Camping
Sailing / Boating
Mountain
Dancing
Beach
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Charity Work
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Helping with Computers/ Internet
More details about your skills
I've worked in multiple customer service/ relationship- building roles and feel more than comfortable taking on those duties. Most of my job experience is working with small businesses, where I have taken on business development/ logistics. I have experience in taking care of people of all ages- infants, children, and elderly. Having spent summers in the country I learned to garden and take care of animals. I would be more than happy to help in any areas I would be needed. I hope to get involved in the communities I stay in and truly experience everything they have to offer. I'm motivated and excited to try new things and see what gets thrown in my direction with a smile on my face. :)
Age
26
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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6 Jun 2024

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All the 5 star reviews speak for themselves- this is an absolutely fantastic Workaway opportunity for any animal lover out there! I originally planned to stay on the island for 2 months and ended up extending by one more, however, I easily could have never left! The island of Mayreau, albeit tiny, is absolutely gorgeous and should be on every… read more travelers bucket list. It is truly one of the few untouched places in the world, with no commercialized industries I highly recommend this Workaway to anyone looking to explore off the beaten path.

The local community of Mayreau is small but mighty. During my time, I made many life long friends. From local islanders who are so eager to give you a glimpse of the magic paradise they call home, to other volunteers who quickly become family as you navigate island life together. There are endless opportunities for exploration both above and under water. I highly recommend getting involved in the community as this will benefit not only your own personal time on the island but is very useful and advantageous in the daily care of the animals.

From the get-go, Gill was highly communicative of the realties of Mayreau and was never more than a phone call or message away, ready to assist in any circumstance. I was incredibly lucky to have met both Gill and Steve during my time in Mayreau, as they arrived on the island at the end of my two months. Their infectious positivity and enthusiasm is partly what led me to extending my time there. Their sheer dedication and tenacity in improving the lives of Mayreau's animals continues to inspire me. They truly care about the well being of their volunteers- I always felt supported and had peace of mind in any situations that arose. Their extensive knowledge of the island and the animals that inhabit it was so crucial- ask them anything!

Last but certainly not least, the most marvelous part of this experience were the animals. Despite being a life long animal lover and doggy fanatic, I did not expect the enormous impact the four legged creatures of Mayreau would have on me. These sweet sweet souls will leave a lifelong imprint on your heart!! Challenging times never bear much weight as one look at their glimmering eyes and smiles will easily remind you of your purpose on the island. One month later, I still get tears in my eyes thinking about them all and missing them ever so much!

I have endless positive things to say about my time in Mayreau. I am immensely grateful for having this unique experience and for the opportunity to help such a heartfelt cause. It is not a matter of IF I'll be back, but WHEN. The hardest part of this Workaway is leaving!!!

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