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We are an Indo-American couple who built a beautiful sanctuary in our 30 acre farm outside of Ayodhya, India. Our lives have been so blessed by hosting fellow travellers over the years. The space has been made beautiful through so many contributions and we have evolved so much through all the stories and sharing.
We work towards making the earth more sustainable. I develop and produce compostable packaging and my wife is an author and fabric artist (amongst many other things!). We have three beautiful girls and 2 wonderful dogs :)
We now spend most of our time in Portland, US but I am back at the farm every couple of months. Our wonderful friend Zuby is based on the farm and is ensuring that we continue to share the richness of this space with as many travellers as we possibly can.
Our farm is mainly a mango and lychee orchard and we also have a large pond where we are working on growing foxnuts. We are looking to work more with nature and convert the property towards permaculture and natural farming.
Come and be in the space to rest your weary (travel) bones and contribute with your talents. We look forward to your energy.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are travellers. We love stories. We love to share whatever we have been bestowed with.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Contribute towards
- Natural farming and permaculture
- Sustainable living (veggie garden/ herbs/ composting/ aquaculture)
- Painting and art
- Music and performance
- Cooking
- Teaching/ helping with charitable work
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hindi: Fluent
Accommodation
Comfortable room with shared bathroom (usually air conditioned for the summer)
Transport to and from town
What else ...
There is lots to do in the area. We also run schools and manufacturing facilities to explore. The town has many interesting sights from the mythology Ramayana and numerous nearby towns like Lucknow, Varanasi, Allahbad etc that can be explored.
Happy to provide bikes, motorcycles, scooters for exploration.
Also kayaking, swimming, delicious Indian and international food, yoga classes, group meditation, several books available and more.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We set up our own tower as we were remote and had to make sure we have access. You can literally work from anywhere on the property (including a boat on the pond :))
Space for parking camper vans
We have enough space for parking and your vehicle can rest as you get a bed and shower!
Can possibly accept pets
Yup, till they are kind to ours :)
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 127288215418
Feedback (34)
8 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Shashank) for host
I recently had the pleasure of staying in the farm who offered a unique blend of gardening, cooking, and farm work experiences. The overall atmosphere was warm and welcoming, creating a home away from home. I met vikas he taught me how to use khurpa properly its a tool we use for gardening.
I met kaka, Hari, Suraj , Parmod and most of the guest… read more
I met kaka, Hari, Suraj , Parmod and most of the guest… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Zsuzsi & Barna)
Hi Zsuzsi & Barna, You guys were amazing! the beautification work that you did around the bridge has made the place look so much better. I must admit the task involved so much of hard work and both of you have worked so well. Thank you once again for implementing the amazing idea.
(Excellent
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22 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Zsuzsi & Barna) for host
Two months on the farm, working on a big project and eating delicious food.
It was a bit of a surprise that the family no longer lived there, but we were lucky enough to meet Ved and two of his daughters.
We were working on a big project, Zuby was a great help as a manager, as were Dinanath, Vikas, Krishna and the rest of the gardeners. No one… read more
It was a bit of a surprise that the family no longer lived there, but we were lucky enough to meet Ved and two of his daughters.
We were working on a big project, Zuby was a great help as a manager, as were Dinanath, Vikas, Krishna and the rest of the gardeners. No one… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Naeem)
Hi Naeem, we are so blessed to get people like you who help us to build new systems and learn from your experiences. I want to thank you for helping us in creating outlines, systems and identifying better ways of utilizing natural products for our Orchids.
(Excellent
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26 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Naeem) for host
The Farm House was an excellent experience as my first workaway!!
The folks here take very good care of their volunteers- Food is simple vegetarian and is delicious. All amenities where provided like an Air conditioned room ( furnished), Shared Bathroom...... A quiet place to recharge for Nature lovers.
I had the opportunity to build finance… read more
The folks here take very good care of their volunteers- Food is simple vegetarian and is delicious. All amenities where provided like an Air conditioned room ( furnished), Shared Bathroom...... A quiet place to recharge for Nature lovers.
I had the opportunity to build finance… read more
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8 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Shashank) for host
I recently had the pleasure of staying in the farm who offered a unique blend of gardening, cooking, and farm work experiences. The overall atmosphere was warm and welcoming, creating a home away from home. I met vikas he taught me how to use khurpa properly its a tool we use for gardening.
I met kaka, Hari, Suraj , Parmod and most of the guest… read more
I met kaka, Hari, Suraj , Parmod and most of the guest… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Zsuzsi & Barna)
Hi Zsuzsi & Barna, You guys were amazing! the beautification work that you did around the bridge has made the place look so much better. I must admit the task involved so much of hard work and both of you have worked so well. Thank you once again for implementing the amazing idea.
(Excellent
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22 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Zsuzsi & Barna) for host
Two months on the farm, working on a big project and eating delicious food.
It was a bit of a surprise that the family no longer lived there, but we were lucky enough to meet Ved and two of his daughters.
We were working on a big project, Zuby was a great help as a manager, as were Dinanath, Vikas, Krishna and the rest of the gardeners. No one… read more
It was a bit of a surprise that the family no longer lived there, but we were lucky enough to meet Ved and two of his daughters.
We were working on a big project, Zuby was a great help as a manager, as were Dinanath, Vikas, Krishna and the rest of the gardeners. No one… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Naeem)
Hi Naeem, we are so blessed to get people like you who help us to build new systems and learn from your experiences. I want to thank you for helping us in creating outlines, systems and identifying better ways of utilizing natural products for our Orchids.
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Naeem) for host
The Farm House was an excellent experience as my first workaway!!
The folks here take very good care of their volunteers- Food is simple vegetarian and is delicious. All amenities where provided like an Air conditioned room ( furnished), Shared Bathroom...... A quiet place to recharge for Nature lovers.
I had the opportunity to build finance… read more
The folks here take very good care of their volunteers- Food is simple vegetarian and is delicious. All amenities where provided like an Air conditioned room ( furnished), Shared Bathroom...... A quiet place to recharge for Nature lovers.
I had the opportunity to build finance… read more
25 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Pavan) for host
I stayed at the place for 24 days my work was to inspect the mango trees and collect the details using Excel sheet the work was not hard zuby was direct in conversation telling me what she needed the schedule was flexible krishna ji, vikas bhai, D pandey ji rest of the gardeners was helpful and friendly.
Food is delicious vegetarian meal and… read more
Food is delicious vegetarian meal and… read more
25 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Polly & Fred)
What an amazing time we had with Polly and Fred during their three-week stay at the farm!
Fred, I want to thank him for his hard work in creating a pest control system for our Mango and Lychee Orchards. His careful attention to finding and preventing pest issues was truly impressive. He also took the time to teach me life cycles and habits of… read more
Fred, I want to thank him for his hard work in creating a pest control system for our Mango and Lychee Orchards. His careful attention to finding and preventing pest issues was truly impressive. He also took the time to teach me life cycles and habits of… read more
(Excellent
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13 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Polly & Fred) for host
We both had a great time. Thank you to all the crew for welcoming us and working with us for 3 weeks.
The place has great infrastructure making it a very comfortable workaway. Food is prepared by a chef everyday and there is always plenty to eat.
We were very lucky to arrive during Holi whilst Ved the owner was in town (he's usually in… read more
The place has great infrastructure making it a very comfortable workaway. Food is prepared by a chef everyday and there is always plenty to eat.
We were very lucky to arrive during Holi whilst Ved the owner was in town (he's usually in… read more
11 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Yonah) for host
I had a wonderful time staying at the farm. I spent a month at the farm, gardening and working in the kitchen garden. As well as giving some English classes at the school Ved’s organisation runs in central Ayodhya. The staff where most kind and accommodating. I will miss the evening bonfires and chess games. Thank you 🙏
21 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Arshinder)
Arshinder stayed at the farm for almost 3 weeks. We had already planned how we can utilize her skills and expertise for the farm - she knew so much about a variety of trees, plants and weeds growing in the farm. Arshinder guided us about our lake - which needs to have new plantation around. She started with making our compost system better and… read more
(Excellent
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14 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Arshinder) for host
I am glad that I received a very enthusiastic and an open response from Seema. She gave me a sense of belonging through her attitude. I took over the responsibility of improving their procedure on Composting. Was excited to understand the challenges that exist around their ponds. I am very satisfied on having completed a medicinal garden in their… read more
15 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Katharina ) for host
I (we) spent a great time on the farm with Seema, her husband and the staff. The farm and the house are beautiful, and to be honest, in the beginning I felt a bit uncomfortable about this 'fancy' lifestyle cause I wasn't used to it any more, but this feeling left quite fast. I enjoyed sceduling daily tasks on my own, it's a good place to be… read more
25 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (David & Markus)
David and Markus were these amazing hard working boys. They were focussed on their learnings from the farm and they contributed a lot in a few days. They taught us and built Milpa system (three sisters intercropping) in our organic veggie garden. they helped us in weeding, preparing beds for new plants, harvesting potato and taro root. Most of the… read more
(Excellent
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23 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ramona & Jens) for host
We stayed 16 days at the farm and we had an amazing time there. We were so warm welcomed by Seema. Also we had the chance to meet Ved and Kim while they stayed at the farm. We were nicely introduced to the whole family and all workers of the farm. Unfortunately we saw Seema only the first three days, but we discussed all relevant tasks so we were… read more
17 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (beatricemorellini)
Beatrice is a lovely girl. Thank you for taking care of the new puppies (without their mom). She took charge of feeding them, playing with them and always taking care of the smallest things. She built a herbal spiral (permaculture way) for us which is doing really well. Most importantly, i loved how empathetic she is with humans, animals, plants… read more
(Excellent
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2 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (beatricemorellini) for host
hi seema,
sorry for late feedback.. Just wanted to tell you thank you again for how you treated me like a guest. I was never pushed to work and everything was really easygoing and I think it is the best way in general.
Thanks for believing in me. Hope the herb spyral is good 🐛
and thanks also for teaching me some ayurvedic I will never forget!… read more
sorry for late feedback.. Just wanted to tell you thank you again for how you treated me like a guest. I was never pushed to work and everything was really easygoing and I think it is the best way in general.
Thanks for believing in me. Hope the herb spyral is good 🐛
and thanks also for teaching me some ayurvedic I will never forget!… read more
18 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nil)
Nil stayed with us for a little bit more than a week. He is a fun guy to be around. Nil helped us with our kitchen garden and farm. He made this amazing insect repellent by all natural ingredients available in the farm, now everyone here spray it before heading to the fields. Nil is a good cook too. Will miss your Tortillas, Nil.
(Excellent
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18 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nil) for host
I've really enjoyed my stay here, it's an oasis away from all the noise..unfortunately I couldn't meet Ved and Kim for much time, but they seem charged with great energy. Seema is a great host and you would feel like at home. Plus the staff is great and the food excellent. I would totally recommend the place to anyone.
There are lots of projects… read more
There are lots of projects… read more
2 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Norbert) for host
The days I spend there, we had clear objectives to work with so I could do what it was expected for me doing. So they adapt to your capacities and time in order everyone gets satisfied.
I had the opportunity to meet many local people and get to know the culture of UP.
Also, I received a lot of love from seema, wp was a excellent host.
I had the opportunity to meet many local people and get to know the culture of UP.
Also, I received a lot of love from seema, wp was a excellent host.
4 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (George) for host
What a warm experience my two week stay was! Ved welcomed me with open arms and made the entire experience at the farm a memorable one. I was lucky enough to get the chance to meet many of his family and friends, attend a party at the farm and swim in the local river at night with him. I also got the opportunity to design and start building a food… read more
16 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kathryn & Jacob) for host
The farm is a beautiful, peaceful space and we highly recommend doing a workaway here. We had only one week but in that time we felt so welcomed and at home. Eating delicious meals together, swimming in the pool, visiting nearby villages and even canoeing down the river to Ayodhya! Work was very much self-directed, we set our goals of what we… read more
27 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host
I spent 4 weeks in March 2018 here I really enjoyed the work and the possibility to choose and manage different permaculture projects as well as sweating while working in any of the gardens together with the local labor. There is also room to explore your creative and artistic side if you have any good ideas. I definitely learned a lot during my… read more
22 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (MARION & BENOIT) for host
We spent almost 2 weeks in this wonderful family and farm.
We worked on the garden to continue the aromatic spiral and build an insect hotel.
We were very free and you have the feeling all is possible here.
Ved, MacArthur and children are very kind and we share very good moments with them.
Thank you a lot.
Marion & Benoit
We worked on the garden to continue the aromatic spiral and build an insect hotel.
We were very free and you have the feeling all is possible here.
Ved, MacArthur and children are very kind and we share very good moments with them.
Thank you a lot.
Marion & Benoit
11 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
This was such a wonderful and welcoming family. We are deeply thankful for being surrounded by your lovely energy. We experienced full time unconditional love and try to keep that in our hearts. The time we stayed was filled with enjoyment and work we chose by ourselves. The food was very delicious, which we ate all together. He also had a grate… read more
1 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gaston & Sophia) for host
My friends if you are reading this all i can say is that this is The best best best workaway ever. This family is so beautiful and they will not only help you with everything you need, they will give you so much love that you wont bealive;
1-The farm is BEAUTIFUL
2- The food is delicious and healthy
3- The near villages are very intresting
4-… read more
1-The farm is BEAUTIFUL
2- The food is delicious and healthy
3- The near villages are very intresting
4-… read more
21 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
Stayed with Ved and his beautiful family for a month where I helped build a syntropic farming system I learnt in Australia and it was such an amazing experience. What a wonderful, inspiring family whom I learn so much from and felt so comfortable. It challenged me in such beautiful ways (I was the only volunteer but this was rare) they gave me… read more
23 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Johanna & Chris) for host
We stayed a bit more than a week on the farm and after travelling for many months and almost two months in India, we felt like having a home, therefore it was hard to leave. Chris gave some IT help and constructed a compost. I did some painting and made some researches about Cappuccino ( the horse). There are so many things you can work on, give… read more
19 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Martin & Maike) for host
A huge thank you to Ved, McArthur, Zara and the whole team, from Krishna to Cappuccino (the resident horse) for making our stay so enjoyable.
We loved staying at this little place of peace, beauty and tranquility on the outskirts of Faizabad. It is like a home from home. Both in the company and also in some well needed little amenities during a… read more
We loved staying at this little place of peace, beauty and tranquility on the outskirts of Faizabad. It is like a home from home. Both in the company and also in some well needed little amenities during a… read more
7 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Francisco) for host
This place is beautiful ! We were travelling for more than one month in cities around Rajasthan and UP and when we arrived here we felt that we were in paradise! We did (or we tried to do) a net system to pick mulberries up. Hope that is working properly...
We did a mulberry cake creating a new recipe. We were lucky the mulberries were so tasty!… read more
We did a mulberry cake creating a new recipe. We were lucky the mulberries were so tasty!… read more
3 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Laurent & Mélanie) for host
It was an amazing experience of kindness. We are so happy to meet you and for staying with all your family. We made a simple paint and you give us a lot. Thanks for all, we won't forget.
28 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mattan & Abby) for host
We came at a busy time with a full house, and they still found a private room for us!
Abby helped watch over the two year old for our two weeks there, and they became quite attached to each other! Mattan worked on documenting the health of the mango and lychee trees, creating a spreadsheet to be used, and helping make some organic pesticides.… read more
Abby helped watch over the two year old for our two weeks there, and they became quite attached to each other! Mattan worked on documenting the health of the mango and lychee trees, creating a spreadsheet to be used, and helping make some organic pesticides.… read more
5 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Vyacheslav & Nataliya) for host
It was the most epic adventure!
My first experience of volunteering and these people have become our family. They sincerely help all I can. Living conditions at altitude and we tried to match them. Huge farm and everyone will find something for their liking. As if you get to heaven. So beautiful and perfectly done. You can also engage in… read more
My first experience of volunteering and these people have become our family. They sincerely help all I can. Living conditions at altitude and we tried to match them. Huge farm and everyone will find something for their liking. As if you get to heaven. So beautiful and perfectly done. You can also engage in… read more
29 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Adrian & Tobias) for host
This place was the start of our indian journey, and it was perfect. The house is just lovelly, and so is everyone living and working there. You guys are such a wonderfull family and we felt really homely.
We had reat experiences by planning the field, makeing solutions for the seeds and plants and going the first steps in this awesome project by… read more
We had reat experiences by planning the field, makeing solutions for the seeds and plants and going the first steps in this awesome project by… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina,
You and Gen are such wonderful and special people. We were totally fortunate to have crossed paths with you. You have beautiful, intense energy around you and are so passionate about what you take up.
Thank you so much for your hard work in working towards the permaculture garden. It is truly a great gift.
I know it was not simple and… read more
You and Gen are such wonderful and special people. We were totally fortunate to have crossed paths with you. You have beautiful, intense energy around you and are so passionate about what you take up.
Thank you so much for your hard work in working towards the permaculture garden. It is truly a great gift.
I know it was not simple and… read more
(Excellent
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19 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
This was my first workaway experience (with my friend Gen) and I think I (we) got really lucky!
First of all, the place is great! Super peacefull little paradise, with a beautifull house, a pond to kayak on, mango orchard to take walk through, veranda to relax and a natural flowing pool to cool down after a hard work's day.
Second, the family is… read more
First of all, the place is great! Super peacefull little paradise, with a beautifull house, a pond to kayak on, mango orchard to take walk through, veranda to relax and a natural flowing pool to cool down after a hard work's day.
Second, the family is… read more
5 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Carine)
Carine, you are so wonderful! Such a pleasure to have you with us. Thank you for the gift of your time and many talents.
We miss you and look forward to seeing you again some time soon.
Big hug
We miss you and look forward to seeing you again some time soon.
Big hug
(Excellent
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4 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Carine) for host
What a nice workaway experience! Moreover opportunities to try interesting and various jobs in this beautiful compound, the family welcomes everyone warmly and makes you feel at home... Thanks to all of you!
27 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (DIEGO)
What a beautiful experience to have you over! You are one of the kindest, hardest working person we have met. You always want to contribute and are passionate about ideas.
So beautiful to have your art on the office floor and wonderful dehydrated fruit to eat. Thank you for all your contributions!!
So beautiful to have your art on the office floor and wonderful dehydrated fruit to eat. Thank you for all your contributions!!
(Excellent
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26 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (DIEGO) for host
I was at this farm for three weeks and I felt like in home. Ved and family were so helpful with me. I really enjoyed to share the indian life experience with this great family. That wasn't only a work away experience I have new friends there. Very happy for spent these weeks with you. 100% recommended.
21 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)
Melanie, you are so wonderful and it beautiful to have you as a friend. Look forward to seeing you again some time soon.
Big hug xx
Big hug xx
(Excellent
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20 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Melanie) for host
I stayed for over three weeks at this farm and I loved it! Kim, Ved, Priscilla and Sailesh are wonderful hosts and they went out of their way to give us a wonderful experience of India! i am thinking kayak on the lake, going jogging together, gardenparty, school visits, christmas blanket action!! <3
thank you for taking so much time to get to… read more
thank you for taking so much time to get to… read more
10 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandrine)
Thank you Sandrine for coming to spend time with us and sharing all your wonderful experiences. Loved our time with you!!
(Excellent
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10 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sandrine) for host
I have stayed (with my husband) at Ved's family farm. I had a great time with all people around. Sharing experiences, learning about culture, about their compagny which recycle sugar cane waste, about their different project to improve the farm and eating good food (sharing vegan receipes)
I had the privilege of doing magic trick to their… read more
I had the privilege of doing magic trick to their… read more
4 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gerardo & Victoria )
Love you guys!! See you again xx
(Excellent
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5 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gerardo & Victoria ) for host
We had a wonderful experience, they were veeery hospitable and friendly with us, we went so lucky to found them. We are really sure that our ways will cross again.
Thanks for everything... and sorry for the last response :P
We love you and miss you friends
Emilio and Victoria ♡
Thanks for everything... and sorry for the last response :P
We love you and miss you friends
Emilio and Victoria ♡
4 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)
Great having you over! Look forward to more time. Enjoy Oz.
(Excellent
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26 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host
It s my better experience as volunter. I have met very nice people, interesting, funny... Who loves life !! And I could discovered lot of thing like, make a paper :) India ceremony ( too much food but very tasty and too much techno !) India hairdresser ( you know with the special massage of head ) tourism in the country with bike ...
Thank you… read more
Thank you… read more
4 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lia)
Thank you so much for your visit Lia! We look forward to a longer time with you so that we can learn more :)
(Excellent
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4 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lia) for host
Ved and Kim were kind enough to have me stay with them for a few days before my visa expired. I had an amazing experience staying on the farm - everyone there was extremely kind and hospitable, and the property was absolutely gorgeous! Ved was even kind enough to make arrangements for me to teach hula hooping to the local school children!!
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