I've been traveling all my life... near and far... as much as pocket money allowed. Roadtrips are my alltime favourite. Love the feeling that I'm calling the shots. Can go wherever I want, make a turn to whatever direction that my heart pulls me at that precise moment. It is the ultimate freedom and improvisation going hand in hand. There is nothing better. Well, there might be a thing or two... but let's not get into that:)
My traveling started at a very young age. My mother used to put me on a three hour bus or train ride to visit my gradparents when i was just six years old. Of course she made sure that an innocent passenger had to keep an eye on me or that the conductor glimpsed at me from time to time in order to check if i was still there. But to me it felt as if was doing it all on my own, with the world at my feet, nothing but the open road between me and......the grandparents that eventually ended my daydreaming:)
Since then I drove my car all over europe on more than one occasions:) Paddled through magnificent and remote Croatian islands and through all of the 46 kilometers of Slovenian sea:) Had a taste of The Big apple and the life in the hood and in contrast a fare share of the relaxed californian lifestyle:) Somewhere in the middle of all this I fell in love with Spain and France and never seem to get bored of them:)
Standard turist destinations are not for me... I'm more drawn towards unconventional destinations where true colours of that country and its people can be observed an experienced. I firmly believe in the goodnes of people.... but somewhere deep down I am still a little afraid of the day when someone might try to prove me wrong.
Ever since I can remember I wanted to change the world. You may call me a dreamer :)…but I feel my time has come to stop dreaming and start making a difference. That is why I came up with this expedition.To help those who are less fortunate and give them love and hope. We are all equal, some of us were just lucky enough to be born at the right time at the right place and to the right people. World is a beautiful but harsh place to live in and whenever you can make it a little nicer for someone it makes a huge difference. THAT IS WHY I'm scheduled to work as a volunteer with local underprivileged children in every country i manage to visit (depends on the funds:)
Argentina: Buenos Aires Organisation: L.I.F.E. Volunteer period: 1 month
Chile: Santiago de Chile Organisation: VE-Global Volunteer period: 1 month
Peru: Lima Organisation: Volunteer period: 1 month
Well.... the route was inspired by CHE GUEVARAS motorcycle diaries:) That is why i also intend to do it on a vespa. However I can only give you a potential route plan since my travel method is and always will be...improvisation:)
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT TE ROUTE: distance: countries visited: 8 (depends on the funds) borders crossed: cca. 11 means of transportation: vespa...if something goes wrong ..car, ship, van time needed: alltogether 4 months of volunteer work, 7+ months for the whole thing:)
I’m a 29 year old student of microbiology, hoping to finally finish my studies just before summer.
I must admit, I’m not good at these sorts of things, because I never know what to write, especially since I think you have to be in a little bit of a self absorbed mode to write a good CV. I rather let my appearance, deeds, energy or what ever you call it do the job. Here we go...
I had a lovely childhood, despite living only with my mother. Since she was working a lot and because I had no siblings I was forced to find my friends on the street, playground and that is where I think I got my social skills everybody I know is talking about. Being blessed with a healthy body (thank God) and thanks to my parents with a sane mind I could do pretty much anything I sat my mind to. In my whole school history I’ve been among better students, and one of the few that participated in pretty much any sport activity and competition you can imagine. One could say that sport has played a large role in my existence. The biggest passions so far have been tennis and softball. But nowadays I’m more and more drawn to outdoor, extreme activities like surfing, climbing and hiking.
I believe that most likely this is the only life I’m going to get, so a better make the most of it. That is why I try to notice the little things, try everything, experience as much as I can…that’s what is all about, isn’t it. It’s not about how much money I earn, or how many material possession I’ll pass on to my children or how many graduate degrees I have pined on the wall. Life is for living and not collecting. Well I do collect some things though, mostly knowledge that helps me on the way. Languages are essential, that is why I speak English, German, Croatian and a little bit of Spanish and French. So far I have been a tennis and baseball/softball coach, lifeguard; I’ve worked with underprivileged children from toughest parts of New York and children with spina bifida and juvenal rheumatoid arthritis. Just recently a started volunteering at a local youth centre where I work with underprivileged youngsters. More and more I try to get in touch with my artistic side by playing a flute and guitar, mostly at friendly gatherings. I love photography and painting. One for capturing the beauty around me and other for expressing my self and my vivid imagination. I believe imagination is essential. Where would we be, as a civilization if it weren’t for people that saw more that met the eye?
Computer skills are also something I try to improve all the time. Nowadays it is essential to be up to date with the technology and all the benefits it offers. Basic computer knowledge is hardly enough these days that is why I’m also learning the ropes of graphic design and movie editing. For now these skills can only be seen on my blog but maybe some day they just may come in handy.
Otherwise I’ am a very outgoing, easygoing, active person. I love life, nature, people and all the little things. I love working with kids, passing on my knowledge and passion for life, especially because of their simple, noncritical and pure view on life and the world around them. Imagine where would the world be if the grown ups wouldn’t tend to lose touch with the innocent and pure child within. Just a few weeks ago a read this line written by an anonymous writer: growing old is inevitable, growing up is optional:) I couldn’t agree more.
As for the future I wish to work with people, children through humanitarian organizations or NGOs. Change the world (don’t laugh:) Change the world for one person, that’s enough.
This is just a little bit about me. Can’t put everything down on a piece of paper. After all I am a person not a number, or a list of accomplishments. I’m Savina.
a 60 second movie about me (made for the best job in the world application)
My traveling started at a very young age. My mother used to put me on a three hour bus or train ride to visit my gradparents when i was just six years old. Of course she made sure that an innocent passenger had to keep an eye on me or that the conductor glimpsed at me from time to time in order to check if i was still there. But to me it felt as if was doing it all on my own, with the world at my feet, nothing but the open road between me and......the grandparents that eventually ended my daydreaming:)
