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Host rating
70 %
Last replied
10 Sep 2021
Feedback
37
Email verified
Badges (2)
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Description
I am a Cuban/American married to a Spaniard. Have lived in Spain for 35 years where I have raised my family. Our home is 20 km from Valencia City and would love to have someone that speaks english sharing time with us and helping us with our homes. We are connected to the beach and Valencia Center by tram so there is no transportation problem.
Alex, my husband, is Spanish but has lived in Italy during his high school years so he speaks Italian. It is important to note that we are not vegetarian.
I was born in Cuba, but raised in Miami. We both have travelled a lot and lived in different countries like Cuba, Venezuela, Mexico, Italy, and in Spain in Madrid, Barcelona and finally in Valencia which we love.
At home we have a piano for those that love to play. My husband and I both really enjoy listening to the piano at home and we have mountain bikes so you can enjoy the area.
We are nonsmokers so we do not accept smoking in the house.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
All about Spanish culture and cuisine. We love culture and history
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We would welcome some help with cleaning and laundry, changing our beds. You will be staying in our home. A villa 20 km from Valencia.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
private room
What else ...
Alex loves music from classical to rock and literature. We are both in our 60 ‘s but very young at heart. If you are vegetarian or have any dietary needs please do not request to stay with us.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
25 hours max
Host ref number: 923794823752
Feedback (16)
31 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nathalie) for host
Thank you so much Susana and Alex for such a great first workaway experience! I haven't met very many people who are as openhearted and generous as this couple is. I genuinely appreciated them helping me to have a perfect experience during Fallas. Because of Alex constant and hilarious jokes and Susana's encouragement to discover Valencia even… read more
24 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie)
Nathalie spent two weeks with us and it was great. At this time I had surgery and she was very helpful with my husband. Sweet and loving. Good worker and very respectful. Would not doubt having her with us again.
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarinah & Sarah)
Sarina was having my niece at home. She was always happy and lovable. Won our heart immediately. We spend hours together and travel to many places. She is a very active persons with a lot of dreams and with new plans everyday. A natural born entrepreneur. As a worker she is excellent. Very fast and discipline. Great with guest and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (McKenna)
Time with McKenna was to short. I wish she could have stayed longer so we could share more time together. She is an excellent worker. Very respectful and someone you can really trust on her own. Very independent but warm at the same time. I would not doubt to have her with us again. Good luck back home.
(Excellent
)
Feedback
31 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nathalie) for host
Thank you so much Susana and Alex for such a great first workaway experience! I haven't met very many people who are as openhearted and generous as this couple is. I genuinely appreciated them helping me to have a perfect experience during Fallas. Because of Alex constant and hilarious jokes and Susana's encouragement to discover Valencia even… read more
24 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie)
Nathalie spent two weeks with us and it was great. At this time I had surgery and she was very helpful with my husband. Sweet and loving. Good worker and very respectful. Would not doubt having her with us again.
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarinah & Sarah)
Sarina was having my niece at home. She was always happy and lovable. Won our heart immediately. We spend hours together and travel to many places. She is a very active persons with a lot of dreams and with new plans everyday. A natural born entrepreneur. As a worker she is excellent. Very fast and discipline. Great with guest and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (McKenna)
Time with McKenna was to short. I wish she could have stayed longer so we could share more time together. She is an excellent worker. Very respectful and someone you can really trust on her own. Very independent but warm at the same time. I would not doubt to have her with us again. Good luck back home.
(Excellent
)
22 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Maude)
Maude was a very loving girl that loves to talk and share with you so her company is a pleasure to have. She is very hard working, responsible and at the same time fun to have around. We really felt like she was part of the family. Miss you and hope to have you back again.
(Excellent
)
24 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Maude) for host
I only spent two weeks with Susana and Alex and it asn't enough. They are very welcoming and food is excellent (I hope you love seefood since it is THE place to be for that :P). The place is amazing and if they have time, they will take you to other places than Valencia itself so you can discover the valenciana region. Their family is amazing and… read more
5 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Viola)
Viola has been an excellent workwayer. She is very friendly, always smiling and willing to help in everything. I truly enoyed spending time with her. She is very easy going and a person who you can share all kinds of conversation.
She loves all kinds of food, and on top of all is an excellent cook. Her food is delicious.
We really… read more
She loves all kinds of food, and on top of all is an excellent cook. Her food is delicious.
We really… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Viola) for host
My volunteersheep at Susana and Alex was one of the most fantastic time I had in my life! Susana is a charming and lovable lady, full of joy and always with smile on her face. Alex is a very intelligent person with fantastic sense of humor.
I spent two months in beautiful Valencia, helping Susana and Alex in their b&b. Work was easy and I had… read more
I spent two months in beautiful Valencia, helping Susana and Alex in their b&b. Work was easy and I had… read more
29 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellen)
Ellen is a beautiful person. She is very sweet, easy to get along and hard working. Very independent. Loves all kinds of food. There was nothing she disliked. We really enjoyed her help and company and would not doubt in having her in our home again.
(Excellent
)
7 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Mareike) for host
The month I spend in Valencia was amazing. Susana and Alex are a lovely couple with so much energy and an open heart for everyone! Working in the B&B was a lot of fun but since there weren't so many guests at that time, we had a lot of time to explore the city of Valencia.
And I definitely want come back to spend more time with you!!
All the… read more
And I definitely want come back to spend more time with you!!
All the… read more
1 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Mareike)
It was the best person I could have to help me during this time. We were going through some family problem and she took complete responsability of our home. She is a sweet girl, hardworking and loves to cook.
I am sorry I could not share enough time with you because of the events that came up. Hope to have you in my home again in the near… read more
I am sorry I could not share enough time with you because of the events that came up. Hope to have you in my home again in the near… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Siobhan & Laura)
Siobhan was with us for a short time, but learn her responsability really fast. She was entusiastic and efficient worker.
She is a very happy, sensitive and responsible person. We really enjoyed her company and would gladly have her again.
Our home is always open to you whenever you wish to come back to Spain.
She is a very happy, sensitive and responsible person. We really enjoyed her company and would gladly have her again.
Our home is always open to you whenever you wish to come back to Spain.
(Excellent
)
22 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Siobhan & Laura) for host
I had a special time working at Susana and Alex's B&B. They made me feel welcome into their home, and the B&B is in a great location. I enjoyed the work a lot and appreciated Susana encouraging a work-play balance (after the work is done of course!).
Thank you for a lovely stay and I hope we shall cross paths again one day.
Keep in touch.… read more
Thank you for a lovely stay and I hope we shall cross paths again one day.
Keep in touch.… read more
8 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Primavera)
Primavera fitted perfectly into our family cause she is very outgoing, dinamic and also a little bit crazy in the good sense.
She loves to cook and makes the best pasta. Is always keeping herself busy and not leaving anything undone for the next day.
The guests loved her for a smile was always on her face and was willing to satisfy… read more
She loves to cook and makes the best pasta. Is always keeping herself busy and not leaving anything undone for the next day.
The guests loved her for a smile was always on her face and was willing to satisfy… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Primavera) for host
Can you imagine a creative 70’s Spanish hippy who loves inventing nonsense tales and a hot-blooded Cuban model who is able to cook delicious dishes just mixing whatever she finds in the fridge? Well, if you can, and if you like to feel part of an unpredictable crazy family… Welcome to Susana and Alex’s place!
I spent a crazy month in their B&B,… read more
I spent a crazy month in their B&B,… read more
16 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Imogen)
She is an amazing person. A lot of fun. Very sensible, sweet and always willing to please.
Our guest loved her and she is a very fast and efficient worker. Wish she could have spent more time with us. It was such a short stay.
No doubt in having her again. Wish you the best at Barcelona
Our guest loved her and she is a very fast and efficient worker. Wish she could have spent more time with us. It was such a short stay.
No doubt in having her again. Wish you the best at Barcelona
(Excellent
)
4 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeline)
From minute one Madeline was like a niece had walked in to our home. She was open, smiling, friendly and fitted perfectly with us and my other workawayer.
Madeline loves to share time with people and is always open to learn something new everyday.
Hard working and respectful. Love to see you again
Madeline loves to share time with people and is always open to learn something new everyday.
Hard working and respectful. Love to see you again
(Excellent
)
14 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Madeline) for host
I just finished two weeks with Susana and Alex, but I feel like I´ve known them for much longer. If you like authentic Valencian paella, late night chats, and relaxing on the beach, then make this a stop on your work away list. Upon arrival, I was greeted with a glass of sangria along with salad and pork, and immediately felt at home. Alex and… read more
22 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Ilze) for host
My home in Valencia with Susana and Alex! The greatest experience ever! They made my stay unforgetable. Susana and Alex will make sure that you feel like at home, that you dont work too hard and will have plenty of free time for the beach and exploring Valencia! Always full stomach with delicious food (thank you Susana) and smile on the face (mira… read more
18 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Ilze)
Ilze is one of the sweetest girl I have met. She is hardworking, respectful, easygoing and always content with everyone. Our guest and the other workawayers loved her because she is so easy to get alone with and very loving. It is hard to depart from her when is time to go. She makes excellent ricotta cheese dessert. Alex misses those… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Saskia)
Having Saskia with us was an enriching experience because whether we talked about classical music, literature or social issues the conversation was always delightful.
Her laughter fills your inner being with adrenalinic bliss and the house is always full of happiness. She is fun to be with and our guests always felt confortable around her. We… read more
Her laughter fills your inner being with adrenalinic bliss and the house is always full of happiness. She is fun to be with and our guests always felt confortable around her. We… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Saskia) for host
I'm finding it difficult to express how much I enjoyed staying with Susana and Alex. They are among the most generous, genuine and fascinating people I have ever met. Their guest house is beautiful, the work isn't too hard and we had plenty of time to chat to the guests. When we weren't working we were being entertained with stories from Susana… read more
7 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Kaya & Adi) for host
Susana and Alex are the best. We felt right at home the second we got there. They both are so warm and funny and we all got along great. The work is enjoyable and Valencia was really nice. The beach is so close and the water was perfect. Susanas paella is also amazing! And Alex is a very open person who will tell you everything about his glory… read more
5 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Kaya & Adi)
These are amazing persons. They are lots of fun, love to share with guests, easy going. Creative, respectful and good workers. Always available when needed. We really enjoyed their stay with us and hope to see them again.
Looking forward to that documentary girls. Thank you for everything. And enjoy the rest of your adventure.
Looking forward to that documentary girls. Thank you for everything. And enjoy the rest of your adventure.
(Excellent
)
17 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Judit)
Judit is a very friendly, hardworking, responsible. She is fun to be around with. I wish we could have spend more time together so that we could get to know each other better.
(Very good
)
14 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariana)
someone else came
(No show)
7 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Carmen)
When Carmen enters your home, joy and well-being come alone. She is a wonderful person, bright, happy, responsible, caring and hard working. She plays the piano like an angel and her smile is always on. Her presence made our home special and she will always be in our hearts as a new member of the family. I miss you in my kitchen cooking cakes… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (Carmen) for host
Why isn't there a higher rating then excellent?!
I just left and I swear, it was really, really hard to leave this place!
Susana and Alex are incredibly nice and welcoming that you immediately feel at home.
The work is very easy and Susana and Alex also want you to explore Valencia so you've got plenty of time to do that. Most of the time… read more
I just left and I swear, it was really, really hard to leave this place!
Susana and Alex are incredibly nice and welcoming that you immediately feel at home.
The work is very easy and Susana and Alex also want you to explore Valencia so you've got plenty of time to do that. Most of the time… read more
2 Jun 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (mcasi002)
Our experience with Marcy was amazing. She is always happy and a very hard working girl. Very open and someone to share a good conversation at any time. Around the house I never had to correct her on any thing. She new her responsabilities all the time and our guests where very happy with her.
I love to cook with her cause she is always… read more
I love to cook with her cause she is always… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (mcasi002) for host
I stayed with Susana and Alex for one month and they were great! One of the first things that they told me is that they wanted to make sure I felt at home, and I did. I stayed at their home for the first couple of days, which is very beautiful and quiet, and then I moved to the bed and breakfast for the rest of my stay. The B&B is about a 5-10… read more
6 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Aida00)
Aida is a very sweet, respectful and responsible person. Someone you can count on. She is very meticulous about her work and likes to spend time alone and loves to take long walks to know the place and its culture.
She is French but speaks excellent Spanish and English which was a great help with our guests.
She was very organized and new… read more
She is French but speaks excellent Spanish and English which was a great help with our guests.
She was very organized and new… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Aida00) for host
I stayed almost 3 months with Susana and Alex. At first I just had to clean the houses, but when the new house was ready, it was totally different. I had less work to do, and I stayed the last month alone in one of the apartments. I just had to clean the houses, the sheets and towels, make breakfast for the clients and enjoy the sun, the beach,… read more
4 Apr 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (inapenttinen)
Ina is a very special person. Outgoing, fun, lloving, willing to learn, hard working. I can not think of anything negative about her.
It was absolutely a beautiful experience to know her and share our life with one another.
It was absolutely a beautiful experience to know her and share our life with one another.
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (inapenttinen) for host
I recommend these hosts with all of my love. I can't thank you guys enough.
Alex and Susana are very genuine people who will not only teach you but are the ones who might also bring the best out of you. They are rare and amazing people who reminds you why it's worth it. ;)
- great food
-great company
-great family
Alex and Susana are very genuine people who will not only teach you but are the ones who might also bring the best out of you. They are rare and amazing people who reminds you why it's worth it. ;)
- great food
-great company
-great family
5 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (William)
Our experience with Will was amazing. He was like a son to us. Our home feels empty since he left.
I loved hearing him play the piano, and singing. He is a very, very happy person.
He is an excellent worker. Without him we would have never had our Bed and Breakfast finished. Hope we get to see him again.
Nuestra experiencia con Will… read more
I loved hearing him play the piano, and singing. He is a very, very happy person.
He is an excellent worker. Without him we would have never had our Bed and Breakfast finished. Hope we get to see him again.
Nuestra experiencia con Will… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (William) for host
What can I say?
Me dio mucho gusto trabajar y convivir con Susana y Alex. Fue mi primera experiencia con workaway y no pudo haber sido mejor!
Primero... quiero que decir que nadie puede cocinar como Susana. En cada comida quede en éxtasis, tan lleno que a veces estaba casi muerto (en el buen sentido) . La habitación donde me quedaba era cómoda,… read more
Me dio mucho gusto trabajar y convivir con Susana y Alex. Fue mi primera experiencia con workaway y no pudo haber sido mejor!
Primero... quiero que decir que nadie puede cocinar como Susana. En cada comida quede en éxtasis, tan lleno que a veces estaba casi muerto (en el buen sentido) . La habitación donde me quedaba era cómoda,… read more
