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In April and May we have already some volunteers, missing just an handyman.
From the reviews of the others you can understand a lot and you can feel what we can share...
The village is changed, now I live in San Gimignano, north of Siena, in Tuscany, but I am the same person! :-)).
** Very often of all the volunteers, one of them works as a handyman and general maintenance worker, and this position can also be paid for hours in excess of the 25 hours per week.
Hi ! We are a parish situated in the center of Tuscany. We are in a town, really nice and famous, rich of art and history, not so far from Siena. The name of the town is San Gimignano. In our parish we organized many activities with kids and teenagers. Even if there are many tourists around every day, I really like the idea to give to the more young of the community the possibility to share time and experiences with those who have a different background, different experiences, different languages.
For this reason I decided to open our activities to some people of other cities and countries. We organize activities especially in summer for children and teenagers, some activities here in our own town, others in other places of Italy or even in other countries. It is not to paint an house, to built walls, or to farm animals, but it is to give time other people, sharing a piece of the journey of life with younger people,helping them to grow up.
An answer is every time useful, even a simple "no" ! :-))
We do not need volunteers:
- who are interested in sharing their time only and exclusively with the other volunteers;
- who consider their host only as a dispensing machine or a taxi driver;
- who after eating get up from the table and go away without even saying goodbye;
- who pay no heed to schedules and think the house is a bar or restaurant where people can have breakfast, lunch, or dinner whenever they want;
- who are interest only in their mobile phones during working hours or meals;
- who treat anyone living or working in the house as a servant.
Anyone like that is asked to please go to a B&B!!!
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Trabajo de caridad
Práctica de idiomas
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Sharing time with an entire village give the opportunity to enter in the normal life of the people. Working with kids, teens and youths is a good way to know also the families and the adults, learning some Italian, eating local food, experiencing an other culture.
At the same time the volunteers have the possibilities to visit Tuscany (reviews in the profile).
Proyectos con niños
En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.
Ayuda
this is not a specific job to do, but many little things that should make us richer each other. In the big historical house of the parish there are enough bedrooms to live comfortably. This is not really to live in a family, but to live in a community, an enlarged family to the size of a small city
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Francés: Fluido
Italiano: Fluido
Portugués: IntermedioEste anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
Este anfitrión ha indicado que está interesado en compartir su idioma o aprender otro.
Ponte en contacto con él para obtener más información.
Alojamiento
private room in the apartment, food, laundry, from and to the nearest train station, etc etc
Algo más...
Possibility of paid work
Un poco más de información
Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Dos
Horas esperadas
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Número de referencia de anfitrión: 358213971584
Comentarios (44)
1 abr 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Santiago)
When I accepted the request of a professional Uruguayan footballer, I thought that I had made a mistake and I tought I would guest an empty and unreliable person at home, but as the Italians say "the clothes don't make the man" because Santiago is everything but for sure he is not unreliable and for sure he is not empty. Spending time with… read more
(Excelente
)
27 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Santiago) para el anfitrión
Le parole non bastano per descrivere la mia esperienza a San Gimignano con Don Gianni. Il mio soggiorno lì mi ha permesso di approfondire la cultura italiana, conoscere le tradizioni familiari, i cibi e storie personali. Inoltre, ho potuto imparare la lingua italiana grazie ad una vicina del paese, la cara Marta. Sono stato anche in contatto con i… read more
10 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Thomas) para el anfitrión
Truly deep experience!
I felt welcome and part of the beautiful people that San Gimignano has from the very beginning. I had the possibility to connect with locals and to be part even of only a little to the renovation of this stunning Place that San Gimignano is.
Don Gianni is a truly amazing host,always caring for us,so open hearthed and… read more
I felt welcome and part of the beautiful people that San Gimignano has from the very beginning. I had the possibility to connect with locals and to be part even of only a little to the renovation of this stunning Place that San Gimignano is.
Don Gianni is a truly amazing host,always caring for us,so open hearthed and… read more
7 mar 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Thomas)
Writing the review for Thomas is too simple, because Thomas is a person with whom you can feel only well!!!.
From the first moment he was a precious presence, doing his work in complete autonomy and with truly great precision and attention. Even at home I couldn't ask for a better volunteer, for the respect, the order and the precision.
It was a… read more
From the first moment he was a precious presence, doing his work in complete autonomy and with truly great precision and attention. Even at home I couldn't ask for a better volunteer, for the respect, the order and the precision.
It was a… read more
(Excelente
)
16 nov 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sandel Marian )
Scrivere una recensione per Marian è un compito estremamente facile, perché il suo profilo contiene già tutto ciò che c'è da dire. Ad un certo punto lui di sé stesso nel suo profilo dice "Sono un ragazzo semplice che si adatta a tutto", ed è verissimo, perché Marian è di una bontà quasi disarmante, di una educazione che non teme confronti, e… read more
(Excelente
)
14 nov 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Sandel Marian ) para el anfitrión
Sono arrivato a San Gimignano da Don Gianni il 20 settembre, e ci sono restato fino al 14 novembre. Essendo questa la mia prima esperienza workaway, non potevo chiedere di meglio. Appena arrivato Don Gianni mi ha subito fatto sentire a casa. Lui è una persona magnifica con la quale ci si può parlare apertamente. E un uomo pieno di valori. Lui… read more
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1 abr 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Santiago)
When I accepted the request of a professional Uruguayan footballer, I thought that I had made a mistake and I tought I would guest an empty and unreliable person at home, but as the Italians say "the clothes don't make the man" because Santiago is everything but for sure he is not unreliable and for sure he is not empty. Spending time with… read more
(Excelente
)
27 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Santiago) para el anfitrión
Le parole non bastano per descrivere la mia esperienza a San Gimignano con Don Gianni. Il mio soggiorno lì mi ha permesso di approfondire la cultura italiana, conoscere le tradizioni familiari, i cibi e storie personali. Inoltre, ho potuto imparare la lingua italiana grazie ad una vicina del paese, la cara Marta. Sono stato anche in contatto con i… read more
10 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Thomas) para el anfitrión
Truly deep experience!
I felt welcome and part of the beautiful people that San Gimignano has from the very beginning. I had the possibility to connect with locals and to be part even of only a little to the renovation of this stunning Place that San Gimignano is.
Don Gianni is a truly amazing host,always caring for us,so open hearthed and… read more
I felt welcome and part of the beautiful people that San Gimignano has from the very beginning. I had the possibility to connect with locals and to be part even of only a little to the renovation of this stunning Place that San Gimignano is.
Don Gianni is a truly amazing host,always caring for us,so open hearthed and… read more
7 mar 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Thomas)
Writing the review for Thomas is too simple, because Thomas is a person with whom you can feel only well!!!.
From the first moment he was a precious presence, doing his work in complete autonomy and with truly great precision and attention. Even at home I couldn't ask for a better volunteer, for the respect, the order and the precision.
It was a… read more
From the first moment he was a precious presence, doing his work in complete autonomy and with truly great precision and attention. Even at home I couldn't ask for a better volunteer, for the respect, the order and the precision.
It was a… read more
(Excelente
)
16 nov 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sandel Marian )
Scrivere una recensione per Marian è un compito estremamente facile, perché il suo profilo contiene già tutto ciò che c'è da dire. Ad un certo punto lui di sé stesso nel suo profilo dice "Sono un ragazzo semplice che si adatta a tutto", ed è verissimo, perché Marian è di una bontà quasi disarmante, di una educazione che non teme confronti, e… read more
(Excelente
)
14 nov 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Sandel Marian ) para el anfitrión
Sono arrivato a San Gimignano da Don Gianni il 20 settembre, e ci sono restato fino al 14 novembre. Essendo questa la mia prima esperienza workaway, non potevo chiedere di meglio. Appena arrivato Don Gianni mi ha subito fatto sentire a casa. Lui è una persona magnifica con la quale ci si può parlare apertamente. E un uomo pieno di valori. Lui… read more
28 sept 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Tom) para el anfitrión
This was my first workaway and possibly the best experience I have ever had. Don Gianni is an excellent host, making sure everything is provided for and is full of great stories. I miss San Gimignano even now, months later, because the experience I had was so fantastic. I was quickly integrated with the group and met many friends and had so many… read more
27 sept 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Tom)
Tom is certainly an English gentleman, with perfect manners and always a smile on his face. It was a pleasure having Tom at our summer camp, the children loved him and he always tried to give his best. He arrived when the summer camp had already started, but without any problems he entered immediately very well into the mechanisms of the games and… read more
(Excelente
)
20 sept 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Sergei) para el anfitrión
There are already a lot of reviews and good words said to Don Gianni, I'll try to add something but words are not enough to express everything what I fell when I think about my experience as a volontier in San Gimigniano.
First o all Don Gianni is one of the kindest men I've ever met in my life, who knows a lot, has experienced a lot and always… read more
First o all Don Gianni is one of the kindest men I've ever met in my life, who knows a lot, has experienced a lot and always… read more
12 sept 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Joshua) para el anfitrión
Volunteering with Don Gianni in San Gimignano far exceeded my expectations. The parish is run with a great deal of care and organisation, and it's ensured that there is a piece somewhere for which you can take responsibility. It's evident that there is a great connection to the local community and I can only say I felt privileged to have had the… read more
27 ago 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Marcello)
Marcello, in my personal experience, is a good person, honest without any doubt and certainly very patient.
If it's true that not everyone can be ready to do everything, at the same time it's true that everyone can try to learn to do everything they don 't know, and I must say that Marcello really tried, despite my lack of patience at times in… read more
If it's true that not everyone can be ready to do everything, at the same time it's true that everyone can try to learn to do everything they don 't know, and I must say that Marcello really tried, despite my lack of patience at times in… read more
(Excelente
)
13 ago 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Marcello) para el anfitrión
Amazing experience of personal growth, especially about my spirit, everyday habits, work attitude and communication.
Of course it's been an experience with ups and downs(the best way to grow).
Start from "Downs", to leave space to the "Ups".
I experienced downs usually for job tasks communication: Gianni has a great work attitude, he's very… read more
Of course it's been an experience with ups and downs(the best way to grow).
Start from "Downs", to leave space to the "Ups".
I experienced downs usually for job tasks communication: Gianni has a great work attitude, he's very… read more
27 ago 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Massimiliano)
Well..... certainly a worker who knows how to do many things and who knows how to do them very well.
Here he has been a presence that made a positive difference. Massimiliano speaks three languages correctly and this has allowed him to have good contacts and good relationships with all the people present, volunteers or employees.
There are some… read more
Here he has been a presence that made a positive difference. Massimiliano speaks three languages correctly and this has allowed him to have good contacts and good relationships with all the people present, volunteers or employees.
There are some… read more
(Excelente
)
25 ago 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Massimiliano) para el anfitrión
I've spent 2 months at the Parrish of San Gimignano with Don Gianni (July and August 2023)
About the help :
* I've done mainly building renovation works in the Parrish, the Duomo, the museum and the gardens.
* The good thing, I learned a mot of new Italian words relative with the construction industry (Si dice "Tassello" e non "Caviglia",… read more
About the help :
* I've done mainly building renovation works in the Parrish, the Duomo, the museum and the gardens.
* The good thing, I learned a mot of new Italian words relative with the construction industry (Si dice "Tassello" e non "Caviglia",… read more
26 jul 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Levente & Bálint)
Well certainly Levente has great patience, and not only because I have always seen him with children attached to his arms or carried on his shoulders, but also because without ever complaining he accepted to live outside the house, first in a guest house and then in a small apartment, both of the time without WIFI and a bit of a walk for… read more
(Excelente
)
24 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Levente & Bálint) para el anfitrión
I want to start out by saying that out of 6 workaways this was the best one I've done during my 4 months of traveling. You can trust the reviews, they're all absolutely true.
It was clear upon arrival that this will be a place I'll love, as I myself were greeted with a lot of genuine love and attentiveness; and that treatment didn't change… read more
It was clear upon arrival that this will be a place I'll love, as I myself were greeted with a lot of genuine love and attentiveness; and that treatment didn't change… read more
17 jul 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jackson)
Jack.... one day a teenager talking about Jack said that he seemed like the least suitable person to work with children, but instead he was doing a perfect job! A completely reliable person, a well done job and with a lot of passion, a great patience with childrens, a continuous and commitment and without any stop, and this always both at work and… read more
(Excelente
)
16 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Jackson) para el anfitrión
All the reviews about this workaway are completely true.
Upon arriving in San Gimignano I can assure you that you will be welcomed with a big plate of Pasta and some good conversation with Don Gianni.
About the work:
With other workawayers, we spent 1 week preparing the Grest (summer camp) for the local kids. The following two weeks, we were… read more
Upon arriving in San Gimignano I can assure you that you will be welcomed with a big plate of Pasta and some good conversation with Don Gianni.
About the work:
With other workawayers, we spent 1 week preparing the Grest (summer camp) for the local kids. The following two weeks, we were… read more
6 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (EMILIO & AGUSTIN) para el anfitrión
Dear Gianni, thank you for your words.
The pleasure was ours, you are a great person, very interesting, pleasant and generous.
Your contribution to the community is enormous and your passion inspires others. It was very gratifying to have contributed to the cause.
We cannot fail to mention that Gianni is a great chef and together we share the best… read more
The pleasure was ours, you are a great person, very interesting, pleasant and generous.
Your contribution to the community is enormous and your passion inspires others. It was very gratifying to have contributed to the cause.
We cannot fail to mention that Gianni is a great chef and together we share the best… read more
1 jul 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (EMILIO & AGUSTIN)
If you are looking for two exceptional workers, two people with a strong gumption, two people with whom it is a pleasure to share time and chat, if you want two honest guys who can make a very positive difference, well you have found them!
Augustin and Emilio are two brothers who are worth knowing, if they contact you do not say no, because you… read more
Augustin and Emilio are two brothers who are worth knowing, if they contact you do not say no, because you… read more
(Excelente
)
1 jun 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Koen)
Until today I had hosted only one Dutch volunteer, and the experience hadn't been the best.
Then Koen wrote to me and ever since he arrived I found myself in front of a young man who conveyed reliability, seriousness and sensitivity. Surely many of the jobs he helped to do weren't clean jobs, perhaps he had never done them either, but Koen never… read more
Then Koen wrote to me and ever since he arrived I found myself in front of a young man who conveyed reliability, seriousness and sensitivity. Surely many of the jobs he helped to do weren't clean jobs, perhaps he had never done them either, but Koen never… read more
(Excelente
)
30 may 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Koen) para el anfitrión
Where to start.. you never know what to expect from a workaway, but any expectations i had were more than fulfilled.
First of the work itself, i stayed in San Gimignano and helped around the house and the church. every day there was something different to do, in which i learned a lot about what is going on behind the screen in a church, but also… read more
First of the work itself, i stayed in San Gimignano and helped around the house and the church. every day there was something different to do, in which i learned a lot about what is going on behind the screen in a church, but also… read more
16 abr 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (John Paul) para el anfitrión
I spent about a month with Gianni and the community in San Gimignano. This is an absolute MUST for an experience. The work was great and allowed you to be put in the middle of the community. Gianni is much more than a host...from the food, freindship and charity, he makes you feel right at home and is very attentive to making you feel comfortable… read more
14 abr 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (John Paul)
After J.P.'s departure, during a meeting with the teenagers of the Community, I did a check with them, and when I asked "What was the best surprise of the last period" they all replied "for us the best surprise was J.P."
And that's right, J.P. was a nice surprise, a nice Easter present, a positive presence in our Community, an important worker, a… read more
And that's right, J.P. was a nice surprise, a nice Easter present, a positive presence in our Community, an important worker, a… read more
(Excelente
)
6 feb 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Lorenzo & Nastassia ) para el anfitrión
First off, I can definitely say that this has been one of the most beautiful and interesting workaway experiences (and maybe experiences in general in my life 😄) that I’ve ever had.
Don Gianni is a generous, frank, attentive, respectful and a wise person who made me feel always comfortable at his place since the beginning.
I spent around a… read more
Don Gianni is a generous, frank, attentive, respectful and a wise person who made me feel always comfortable at his place since the beginning.
I spent around a… read more
23 jul 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Christian) para el anfitrión
I stayed with Don Gianni for 3 weeks and the experience exceeded my expectations. Don Gianni is a very kind and generous person to say the least, he is always willing to give help to make sure you are living comfortably and happily. The stay in San Gimignano was one of the best times of my life thanks to you and delovan and I will always… read more
13 mar 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Calebe) para el anfitrión
Well, that was my first volunteer experience
And I couldn’t have taken a place and a better host like Don Gianni
He is a unique person, with a huge heart, that does not measure efforts for you to feel well and welcome
I just have to thank you for the opportunity and for my 89 beautiful days in San Gimignano!
It was a great experience and even… read more
And I couldn’t have taken a place and a better host like Don Gianni
He is a unique person, with a huge heart, that does not measure efforts for you to feel well and welcome
I just have to thank you for the opportunity and for my 89 beautiful days in San Gimignano!
It was a great experience and even… read more
19 nov 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Fernando) para el anfitrión
I only stayed with Don Gianni for a few days as I was traveling to Rome by bike. Don Gianni hosted me in the most generous way I have been hosted throughout the trip. He was always making sure everything was comfortable for me and arranging plans so I could visit San Gimignano.
I learned quite a lot in a very small amount of time of the life in… read more
I learned quite a lot in a very small amount of time of the life in… read more
19 nov 2021
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Fernando)
Fernando... He stayed here only a couple of days during his going to Rome by bycicle on the Francigena way, but immediately after 5 minutes it has benn possible to understand who is Fernando: a pure heart in a polite person! Even for only a couple of days but he did a lot here and he helped for different things.
I really hope he will come back… read more
I really hope he will come back… read more
(Excelente
)
10 oct 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Ben) para el anfitrión
After reading the previous reviews from other workawayers, I already had the impression that Don Gianni was quite a special man, but these expectations were exceeded in reality. I can honestly say he is one of the most (if not the most) kind hearted, genuine people I have met, and spending 1 month in his presence simply wasn’t enough. Had it not… read more
10 oct 2021
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Ben)
If I say that Ben is a perfect worker, I don't say enough; if I say that Ben is an extremely polite person, I am not saying enough; if I say that Ben is always a happy person, I don't say enough; if I say that Ben can do many manual jobs well and that he has many skills, I do not say enough; if I say that Ben is a beautiful person and a precious… read more
(Excelente
)
16 sept 2021
Dejado por el workawayer (Antonio) para el anfitrión
Gianni is an unique man with a huge good hearth.
I've learned how a man with a lot of responsibilities is not afraid of hard work and always kidding.
He's always worried about if you're comfortable with what you're doing and he could help with something.
I would love to cross our roads again in the future. Thank you for everything.
I've learned how a man with a lot of responsibilities is not afraid of hard work and always kidding.
He's always worried about if you're comfortable with what you're doing and he could help with something.
I would love to cross our roads again in the future. Thank you for everything.
4 sept 2021
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Antonio)
Antonio is a great person, he is polite and reliable, he smile and he work hard.
He stay for few days but for sure it will be my pleasure if he will spend again time in my house.
Antonio, when it will be possible to organize again summer activities with teens or youths, you will be more than welcome and I really hope you will spend time with… read more
He stay for few days but for sure it will be my pleasure if he will spend again time in my house.
Antonio, when it will be possible to organize again summer activities with teens or youths, you will be more than welcome and I really hope you will spend time with… read more
(Excelente
)
18 nov 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Timon)
Timon stayed in my house for few days, than it is difficult to say if he know many things about manual work, but in Italy we say "It is possible to see a good day from the sunrise" and for sure the first impression about Timon it has been more than good. I felt he is a good guy, and he is able to try to do many works, it is easy to communicate… read more
(Excelente
)
5 nov 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Timon) para el anfitrión
I was here during Corona times so I cant tell you too much about the work with the children. HOWEVER I can tell you about Gianni. He is an absolute sweetheart who was very helpful even before I was arriving at his place(and also after I left). Then on my arrival he prepared a big dinner and had some friends over. He wanted to constantly be ensured… read more
18 feb 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Abd Alrahman ) para el anfitrión
I'm really out of words, it was my first experience on workaway and I believe it will always be the best in my memory even if I meet more hosts in the future.
Don Gianni has a big & pure heart to host people from all over the world, he helped and inspired me a lot during my stay (3 months) at his place in that beautiful and calm town "Castel del… read more
Don Gianni has a big & pure heart to host people from all over the world, he helped and inspired me a lot during my stay (3 months) at his place in that beautiful and calm town "Castel del… read more
12 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Marco)
Writing a review for Marco is too easy: you have to think of a feature that the volunteer you are looking for should have and you can be shure Marco have six stars for each feature: reliability, maturity, communication skills. From the first moment I felt that I could trust him without any doubt, and certainly without Marco our walking pilgrimage… read more
(Excelente
)
7 oct 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Lorenzo ) para el anfitrión
It was my eleventh workaway experience in a row.
The summer activities were over and the winter ones still had to start, but this is perhaps what gave me a chance to get to know Don Gianni differently from other volunteers.
I got to know his point of view on society and most of all on the importance of time.
He made me discover Castel del Piano, a… read more
The summer activities were over and the winter ones still had to start, but this is perhaps what gave me a chance to get to know Don Gianni differently from other volunteers.
I got to know his point of view on society and most of all on the importance of time.
He made me discover Castel del Piano, a… read more
4 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Eduardo)
The first message with Eduardo has been in January 2019 ... in the end he arrived in the middle of July 2019, when by now I had already lost all hope! When you will meet him, for the first 2 minutes, Eduardo would seem to be what in reality he is not, because Eduardo is a good person, sociable and kind in his heart. He is really polite, with… read more
(Excelente
)
30 sept 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Eduardo) para el anfitrión
There should be 6 stars for the cultural exchange here. The bad part is (since this was my first one) that now possibly any other Workaway will feel dull in comparison.
Not only you will gain this rich Tuscan culture, you'll find yourself in a position of self-development. You will grow from the example of the brave people you will meet, you will… read more
Not only you will gain this rich Tuscan culture, you'll find yourself in a position of self-development. You will grow from the example of the brave people you will meet, you will… read more
3 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (TiukaWilliams)
I was lucky enough to know some people born without original sin, that is mean incapable of malice, never angry, with a pure look. Duke is one of these people!
Truly having Duke was looking for a workaway only in Switzerland and I found his profile really by accident, and he agreed to be a part of our team: when you think about luck.... this is… read more
Truly having Duke was looking for a workaway only in Switzerland and I found his profile really by accident, and he agreed to be a part of our team: when you think about luck.... this is… read more
(Excelente
)
2 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Dardan)
The children loved him, always calm, never an amiss word.
At home Dardan was perfect, and his commitment to children's summer activities was appreciated by everyone: by me, by children and their families. Even the italian youths who were working with Dardan they had very nice impressions of him.
Dardan is also extremely patient with children and… read more
At home Dardan was perfect, and his commitment to children's summer activities was appreciated by everyone: by me, by children and their families. Even the italian youths who were working with Dardan they had very nice impressions of him.
Dardan is also extremely patient with children and… read more
(Excelente
)
1 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Dardan) para el anfitrión
it was my first experience as a workaway , and it was the best experience ever , Don Gianni is a great person , seeing his relations with children and the people of Castel del piano , is amazing , everyone loves him . He was very good with us and i think i gained 2kg for 3 weeks there lol , Don Gianni is definitely an Italian chef .In the other… read more
2 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Caleb)
Caleb .... first of all, sorry for the late review!
Some might think that Caleb is too young to be a reliable volunteer, but I would like to deny this thought, because Caleb has been a great help for us during the last summer, with all the activities for the kids.
He is an extremely mature person. His Italian is practically perfect, and this… read more
Some might think that Caleb is too young to be a reliable volunteer, but I would like to deny this thought, because Caleb has been a great help for us during the last summer, with all the activities for the kids.
He is an extremely mature person. His Italian is practically perfect, and this… read more
(Excelente
)
31 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Caleb) para el anfitrión
This was my first Workaway experience and it couldn't have gone better.
Don Gianni is a great guy and incredibly hospitable. I'm always looking to learn new things, and although my volunteer work in Castel del Piano wasn't religious, Don Gianni would answer any questions/inquiries I had regarding his experiences. The community is small but… read more
Don Gianni is a great guy and incredibly hospitable. I'm always looking to learn new things, and although my volunteer work in Castel del Piano wasn't religious, Don Gianni would answer any questions/inquiries I had regarding his experiences. The community is small but… read more
2 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Luke)
A friend, a man capable of mixing seriousness, peace and fun, a confidant to trust. This is Luke!
Both the youths and the adolescents, who were on the walking pilgrimage in Poland, they appreciated Luke as a reliable model of life, able to transmit everytime to them good food for their thought
and their human and spiritual growth. Along with all… read more
Both the youths and the adolescents, who were on the walking pilgrimage in Poland, they appreciated Luke as a reliable model of life, able to transmit everytime to them good food for their thought
and their human and spiritual growth. Along with all… read more
(Excelente
)
26 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Jacob) para el anfitrión
Five-Star review for a Five-Star man and a Five-Star community in Castel Del Piano. (- ':
11 ene 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Dennis)
If I say "kind" I do not say enough, if I say "polite" I do not say enough, if I say "reliable" I do not say enough, if I say "adult" I do not say enough, if I say "serious" I do not say enough ... :-)
If I write that Dennis is a person I would never get tired to host at home, even in this case I don't write enough ....
But if I mix together… read more
If I write that Dennis is a person I would never get tired to host at home, even in this case I don't write enough ....
But if I mix together… read more
(Excelente
)
10 ene 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Dennis) para el anfitrión
Wow, I still can't believe what happened.
I think I met one of the most incredible people overall. I was here in winter for a good month and could help with the Presepe in this completely different world. I really can't tell how much I learned about people and the world and Italian in this time with Don Gianni.
Non la dico allora, questa parola.… read more
I think I met one of the most incredible people overall. I was here in winter for a good month and could help with the Presepe in this completely different world. I really can't tell how much I learned about people and the world and Italian in this time with Don Gianni.
Non la dico allora, questa parola.… read more
3 nov 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Marcell)
Writing a great review of Marcell it is very easy. If you are looking for a sensitive, loyal, serious, reliable person, for sure you can choose Marcell. He is not a boy, he is a young man and he has been a precious help with children and a special presence at home. Never a gesture out of place, never a word out of place and always a smile on the… read more
(Excelente
)
22 sept 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Stuart) para el anfitrión
I want to leave a novel sized review of my time with Don Gianni but nothing I will write will express the experience in any sense of the word. So I will leave this: There are certain people in this world that are here to change the lives of anyone they come into contact with for the better. Making them a better person on the inside which make them… read more
5 sept 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Stuart)
Stuart is not a person who talks a lot, and therefore I will not write a long review, even if he spent with me two months, but to tell the truth I have to say that Stuart is a serious and reliable person, and I must tell at least one fact: we were a group of 52 people, with many minors under my responsibility, in Greece, and one of the minors lost… read more
(Excelente
)
15 sept 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Rino)
Although the first day there was a little misunderstanding, I was much more than happy to trust Rino: he was an excellent presence in our summer. The young people very much appreciated his communication skills, his dedication and the affection they received from Rino. Even today they talk about it and even my cousin who has only transported him in… read more
(Excelente
)
5 sept 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Daniel)
It does not happen often, indeed almost never, that a volunteer asks to me what I think of his work or his commitment. But Daniel is an extremely conscientious and kind person and he asked me the question after a few days. After several weeks my answer is still the same: dear Daniel "yes", you were one of the right people and what the young people… read more
(Excelente
)
27 ago 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Daniel) para el anfitrión
Simply put: this may be the best workaway in existence.
If you get a message from Gianni asking you to be a part of his summer pilgrimage trip you need not be worried that it sounds too good to be true...it really is as incredible as it sounds!
The work isn’t so much work as it is walking, sharing life, and getting to meet some really stellar… read more
If you get a message from Gianni asking you to be a part of his summer pilgrimage trip you need not be worried that it sounds too good to be true...it really is as incredible as it sounds!
The work isn’t so much work as it is walking, sharing life, and getting to meet some really stellar… read more
5 sept 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Nicolas)
Nicolas is not the one who may seem from his profile, or the one who may seem when you meet him the first time: after he has been a guest in my house and after having shared with him our Walking Way in Greece I can say that he is a reliable young man able to dedicate himself completely to the task asked to him.
Extremely polite, reliable and… read more
Extremely polite, reliable and… read more
(Excelente
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20 ago 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Nicolas) para el anfitrión
Beforehand I thought this has to be to good to be true, it turned out the be even better!
Don Gianni is a fantastic person and he will treat you in a great way, he is very caring and really does his best for you to feel comfortable.
The group of around 52 persons bounded in a special way, it was fun, meaningful and an experience I’ll remember… read more
Don Gianni is a fantastic person and he will treat you in a great way, he is very caring and really does his best for you to feel comfortable.
The group of around 52 persons bounded in a special way, it was fun, meaningful and an experience I’ll remember… read more
20 ago 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Frank) para el anfitrión
Gianni is an absolute hero! Incredibly hospitable, everything is extremely comfortable and calm under his care. He also makes delicious Italian food!
The “work” was to walk with the teenagers of his community across areas of Greece, and act as a mentor for life, and teach them about other cultures. We mostly ended up speaking about friendship… read more
The “work” was to walk with the teenagers of his community across areas of Greece, and act as a mentor for life, and teach them about other cultures. We mostly ended up speaking about friendship… read more
19 ago 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Josh) para el anfitrión
If you ever get a message from Don Gianni..
Just say YES.
Say yes, and then ask for the details later.
Don Gianni invited me to be part of his group trip to Greece walking through the mountains with a team of 52 people, mainly young teenage kids from Tuscany.
The trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
As a group we all… read more
Just say YES.
Say yes, and then ask for the details later.
Don Gianni invited me to be part of his group trip to Greece walking through the mountains with a team of 52 people, mainly young teenage kids from Tuscany.
The trip was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
As a group we all… read more
22 jul 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Dorival) para el anfitrión
Uma experiência incrível ter passado quatro messes com Don Gianni, conhecendo a fundo a cultura e a culinária italiana, sem contar os amigos de Don Gianni que tive a oportunidade de conhecer e me ajudarem com o italiano. Uma ótima cidade e uma hospitalidade que nunca tive antes fora do Brasil. Mais uma vez agradeço por ter e ajudado nessa nova… read more
22 oct 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Alex)
I met two different Alexander, one serious person and almost older than his age on one hand, and on the other a funny and sensitive person. I was really fine with both of them.
I contacted Alex to ask him to attend a trip to Israel of a group of young people with the task of helping me with the kids during this time. And the group greatly… read more
I contacted Alex to ask him to attend a trip to Israel of a group of young people with the task of helping me with the kids during this time. And the group greatly… read more
(Excelente
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16 oct 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Alex) para el anfitrión
My words can only begin to describe the amazing experiences that doing work away with Gianni has afforded me. The trip to Israel that I helped with this year was one of the most fulfilling and surreal endeavours of my life, and has irrevocably changed my perspective of the world. The work I did was more like sharing an experience with group so… read more
18 sept 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Frederik)
Frederik ..... Certainly a very great leader in the summer camp for the kids who loved him so much. From the time of his arrival here between him and the children the harmony was perfect and the children always followed him for every activity. Even at home, Frederik was a pleasant guest. Without any doubt he has put a lot of energy into working… read more
(Excelente
)
15 sept 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Alexander & Drew) para el anfitrión
Don Gianni is not only the most kind person I have ever met but he is also by far the most giving. When he first messaged me, I had planed to stay with him in his amazing Tuscany house for only a couple of weeks, but eventually ended up spending the majority of my summer with him. At the end of it, I ended up doing grest, volunteer work in Rome,… read more
30 ago 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Alexander & Drew)
When I contacted Alex to be part in ours two weeks of summer activities for the kids, for sure I didn't expected to have around this tall american guy more or less for all the summer!!
And that happened with the pleasure of all of us!!
He as been able to work with the childs without any problems, he as been an important and reliable member in… read more
And that happened with the pleasure of all of us!!
He as been able to work with the childs without any problems, he as been an important and reliable member in… read more
(Excelente
)
21 nov 2016
Dejado por el workawayer (Magalí & Exequiel Darío) para el anfitrión
How we felt with Don Gianni can not be described with words. Because words are not enough to reach his kindness, his love, his devotion, his energy and EVERYTHING what he does for the kids of the village, the volunteers and the village itself.
Don Gianni is not the typical priest. We cant lie: when we first received his invitation to… read more
Don Gianni is not the typical priest. We cant lie: when we first received his invitation to… read more
22 sept 2016
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Magalí & Exequiel Darío)
I will have many beautiful memories of the summer activities for children and teenagers of the summer of 2016, but for sure one of the most beautiful image will be in my heart thanks to the generosity of Exe and Maga.
A young couple serious and reliable, discreet and patient ..... I am convinced that anyone can trust Maga and Exe "with closed… read more
A young couple serious and reliable, discreet and patient ..... I am convinced that anyone can trust Maga and Exe "with closed… read more
(Excelente
)
20 oct 2016
Dejado por el workawayer (Daniel ) para el anfitrión
This is a rare opportunity to come across and I felt very happy when I was invited to be part of it by Don Gianni who is one of the most generous people I have ever met. We could see how much he loves what he does by the way as he cared about everyone during our pilgrimage to Mont Saint-Michel.
As expected, the pilgrimage itself was a… read more
As expected, the pilgrimage itself was a… read more
30 sept 2016
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Daniel )
"I do not think I'm the right person for your proposal," this was the first answer that Daniel sent me, when I asked him to participate in our summer activities. I insisted, and I did the best: serious, reliable and conscientious, Daniel is fluent in three languages, and for our activities with teenagers and young people he was a great gift and a… read more
(Excelente
)
19 sept 2016
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Salvatore)
A famous Italian actor Totò, said: "the ignorant person talk unnecessarily, the stupid person always talk, the intelligent person don't talk too much ".
As soon as I read this sentence I thought Salvatore !! Without a doubt Salvatore is quiet, serious, but the teenagers loved him and his presence in Normandy has been much more than… read more
As soon as I read this sentence I thought Salvatore !! Without a doubt Salvatore is quiet, serious, but the teenagers loved him and his presence in Normandy has been much more than… read more
(Excelente
)
19 sept 2016
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Eyal)
I do not know why, but every year an unexpected gift comes to us from Israel, at the last minute !!!
Our program for the Way of young people in Normandy began on 2 August and 26 July comes the Eyal message. He was looking for a place in Italy, and I proposed to him to come with us in France!! A few days were missing at the start, but the… read more
Our program for the Way of young people in Normandy began on 2 August and 26 July comes the Eyal message. He was looking for a place in Italy, and I proposed to him to come with us in France!! A few days were missing at the start, but the… read more
(Excelente
)
30 ago 2016
Dejado por el workawayer (Eyal) para el anfitrión
Describing my amazing experience volunteering with Don Gianni can take few pages, i'll try and summarize.
Accompanying the teens of Gianni’s Parish on their journey was my first work away. Gianni explained me carefully the details of his offer (which was very unique) when he contacted me. Later on, after we Skyped, I decided without doubt that… read more
Accompanying the teens of Gianni’s Parish on their journey was my first work away. Gianni explained me carefully the details of his offer (which was very unique) when he contacted me. Later on, after we Skyped, I decided without doubt that… read more
19 sept 2016
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (KaitAndNathan)
The first thing that caught my attention when I wrote to them for the first time, was the serenity that sprang from the profile of this young married couple, and really it was like that !!
Nathan and Kaitlin are an exceptional couple, able to sow around them always positive feelings.
Nathan and Kaitlin came with us in Normandy, and even if they… read more
Nathan and Kaitlin are an exceptional couple, able to sow around them always positive feelings.
Nathan and Kaitlin came with us in Normandy, and even if they… read more
(Excelente
)
1 sept 2016
Dejado por el workawayer (KaitAndNathan) para el anfitrión
If you don't read this entire review, just remember this: SAY YES. You'll never have an experience like this again in your life!
We first heard about this opportunity in a direct message from Gianni describing a truly unique experience filled with positive energy. His request was simple—join him on a once-in-a-lifetime backpacking trip across… read more
We first heard about this opportunity in a direct message from Gianni describing a truly unique experience filled with positive energy. His request was simple—join him on a once-in-a-lifetime backpacking trip across… read more
10 ene 2016
Dejado por el workawayer (Kyung sub) para el anfitrión
Don Gianni!!
At first, I am so sad that I am writing this message here. I am not in Castel del Piano anymore which is a beautiful castle town on the mountain with super nice people.
I am sure that here is the best place in the world. I SWEAR.
Most of my job? was communication with local teenagers. At first time, I was so shy to say hello… read more
At first, I am so sad that I am writing this message here. I am not in Castel del Piano anymore which is a beautiful castle town on the mountain with super nice people.
I am sure that here is the best place in the world. I SWEAR.
Most of my job? was communication with local teenagers. At first time, I was so shy to say hello… read more
4 dic 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (cartwright)
Serious, quiet and reserved, Seamus is a reliable person from all points of view. He's been here two weeks, and every day it is always engaged in doing something, and also in the work at home. Always kind and polite, Seamus is a good voluntary and a nice person. His passion is music but always with a smile he is available for each commitment ....… read more
(Excelente
)
7 nov 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (cartwright) para el anfitrión
I had a great 2 weeks here, Don Gianni has a big heart and really cares for his community and workawayers. The main job i did was teaching English to local kids in the afternoon, great kids, fun, polite and eager to learn. I got the opportunity to see some beautiful local towns and cities and taste the delicious food of Tuscany.
Thank you and all… read more
Thank you and all… read more
23 sept 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (Ron Sagie) para el anfitrión
Garzie mille !!!!
My trip with Gianni and the teens was one of the most special experience I ever had,
I been traveling a lot and I experienced many things but this trip will remain with me forever.
Gianna is Generous!!!! He let me feel super welcome, every day he made for us (volunteers) breakfast, lunch and dinner; he took care for all our… read more
My trip with Gianni and the teens was one of the most special experience I ever had,
I been traveling a lot and I experienced many things but this trip will remain with me forever.
Gianna is Generous!!!! He let me feel super welcome, every day he made for us (volunteers) breakfast, lunch and dinner; he took care for all our… read more
15 sept 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Ron Sagie)
Ron was a kind of "gift unplanned": in one day we met on Workaway and three days later Ron arrived here, ready to begin a new adventure. A young Israeli who volunteers in a parish might sound crazy, instead Ron was a perfect person. Although Ron came here just to be close to young people during a summer camp on the Camino de Santiago, he was not… read more
(Excelente
)
20 sept 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (Lewis) para el anfitrión
When speaking to the other volunteers during my time here about leaving feedback for don gianni we laughed and said we should leave awful feedback so that no other volunteers would go leaving lots of time open for us to stay with him in his community.
I have found a lifelong friend in don gianni and we will continue our relationship for years… read more
I have found a lifelong friend in don gianni and we will continue our relationship for years… read more
14 sept 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Lewis)
Write a review on the Lewis's stay here in our community is not a simple thing because it is not always easy to separate work from friendship, I will try!
Lewis arrived here for two weeks of activities with the children, and immediately his presence was appreciated by all, children, teenagers and parents.
Lewis has been an important and vital… read more
Lewis arrived here for two weeks of activities with the children, and immediately his presence was appreciated by all, children, teenagers and parents.
Lewis has been an important and vital… read more
(Excelente
)
11 sept 2015
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anthony)
If you really want to use the word "thank you", I am the one who must use it.
Anthony and Leila were two collaborators perfect. Always cheerful and smiling, always available, they were able to enter harmoniously in a colorful group and be for the teenagers two important people throughout the Summer Camp of the parish until walking to Santiago de… read more
Anthony and Leila were two collaborators perfect. Always cheerful and smiling, always available, they were able to enter harmoniously in a colorful group and be for the teenagers two important people throughout the Summer Camp of the parish until walking to Santiago de… read more
(Excelente
)
30 ago 2015
Dejado por el workawayer (Anthony) para el anfitrión
I want to start off with saying thank you. For two reasons it is forbidden to say thank you while staying with Don Gianni and most importantly because for Leila and I the experience volunteering changed our lives for the better. Don Gianni contacted us because of his interest in teaching the children and teenagers of the community that there are… read more
