I took part in the December programme. Have to say, this was one of the best weeks of my life! Being the youngest person in the group, I was anxious about fitting in with the diverse age of the participants. But, the enthusiasm and fun nature of the Spanish participants and fellow English speakers lead to an incredible experience. Made so many new friends, and now have friends to meet when I return to Spain. Javier is a great organizer, and the whole week was really well organized and put together! Cant wait to do this again!

Everything is excellent! Highly recommended! :)

We stayed for 2 weeks in late April. It was very relaxing. We had a lot of free time and the countryside was beautiful. ¡Gracias Mario y Gloria!

Anna, Javier and Percy made me feel welcome and part of the family. This is a small hostel in a small town, close to the beach. Worked on website and taught children in the local area to speak English. This is a great place to practice your Spanish and stay in a small but very safe town in Peru. Food is cheap. Great place! If you like to teach or haven't ever taught, this is a great place to practice or try out your teaching abilities.

Leah, Nico, baby Jasmine and Anji (Leah's mom) were incredible hosts! I had an absolutely amazing time that I will never forget. No matter what I was doing, from painting or organizing, cleaning or yard work, they always made sure I was comfortable with what I was doing. They also always included me when going out on the weekends or going for walks after the work day was finished. I spent most of my time at Anji's house painting her corridor and I had a blast! We got to know each other well and easily fell into a routine that I will very much miss. All in all, I truly felt like a close family friend rather than a workawayer by the end of it all! Leah, Nico, Jasmine and Anji are so kind, funny and caring, and made my time in Notmandy the best workaway experience I could have ever imagined, and would not ask for anything more. I will miss them all and will hopefully get the chance to visit again!

It was an amazing experience! I learnd so much about horses,... football :) (playing with Charlie hehe :)), baking cakes, new people, new countries....Life! :) Easy going relaxed relaiable joyful strong Sarah Thak you! Hope to come back one day! Big Hug to all (horses and dogs included) :D Mara

We had an awesome stay here for a week in February. The work that the fulltime staff do here is incredible and the best thing about the volunteering is that you feel your work really is valued and necessary. The people we volunteered with were fab and I would totally recommend it to anyone who enjoys working with animals and living it up in the jungle!

This was mine and my friend's first workaway experience and it was definitely a great first one. Alessandra is a wonderful host and the work was challenging enough, but not too difficult. She prepares delicious organic meals twice a day and even made a tiramisu! Her family is lovely as well and it was a very humbling experience working with and for them. The property is beautiful, the town is interesting, and the beach was extremely lively everyday. Alessandra will take you around, but she is not your taxi. Hitchhiking is very easy and safe, though, so there was no problem going wherever we wanted after the work was done for the day. Highly recommended!

We absolutely loved our short but sweet 10-day stay with Jamie and Suzie. We couldn\'t have asked for better hosts for our first workaway experience! We can safely say we enjoyed every moment: from the cleaning and room preparation to the cooking of mammoth dinners! Such a lovely couple, complete with their delightfully chatty grandchildren and gorgeous dogs and moggie! Beautiful location, plus delicious meals due to a mixture of Suzie\'s amazing cooking and home-grown produce. Truly an unforgettable experience.

Thanks Mary for this fantastic week we spent together! It's been a pleasure to help you with the preparation of the winter season and would like to come back again because it's been too short! Thanks for your hospitality, warm welcoming and your patience ;). Now we know how to prepare coffes, scones and teas!!! You're a great cook and a fantastic person, we wish you the best and you're welcome to come to Tarragona and visit us :). Thanks for make us feel like at home!! Marta and Albert.

It was fantastic! I love this place. The people and the staff are very kind. The food was very good. What can I add? Yeah, go there and have a look by yourself. LOVELY, LOVELY, LOVELY Miss you all! =)

Six weeks in Bolivia and I had fallen in love -- with the Mendoza family, the country, and each person I was able to get to know in the local community. The variety of perspectives and backgrounds other volunteers brought to the experience were invaluable and I am confident that this experience has something to teach regardless of one's age or nationality. I found a new home and am counting the days until I might be able to return.

I spent one week with Sue and Pete ant it was a great experience. The work is not hard at all, just few hours helping with the cleaning or the gardening. In exchange I had my own cabin and they taught me a lot of things, like how to make really good bread for example! :) They are a very nice and friendly couple. I really recommend this place!!

It was so much fun staying and working with Nic, we enjoyed ourselves so much. She is a great person and makes you feel at home. The work was always interesting and varied which we enjoyed. We would love to stay with Nicole again.

Lynsey and her family are a enormous family and very kind. they accomodated my family and me, and it was a very positive experience for us. Lynsey is a very generous, and her house like your house. The job with they is very happy and very interesting, and we gone to visit a lot of places very beatiful with they. Thanks Lynsey. Kiss for you, your family and yours parents. I hope see you soon

This was an amazing place! I was meant to only stay 3 weeks but ended up staying 6. Juan and Paz aim is to achieve a fully sustainable farm where everything you need is retrieved from the land and then fertility is given back to it. On the farm there is a mule, sheeps and now goats without mentioning the 2 crazy dogs and their pups. One being a vegetarian and the other playing all day with the hose pipe. Jaun and Paz are the most awesome people, living an adventure in the most beautiful place ever. I feel very lucky to have shared the last 2 months with them and hope them the best of luck.

Beautiful landscapes, welcoming and comfortable house, people were very cordial, friendly and hospitable, the best experience so far

Judy was a well informed and caring host...a perfect fit for my first work away experience...and of course it doesn\'t hurt that she lives in the garden of eden!

puhhh what could i say... i could not had find a better place to go and make there my first workaway experience. Jeanette and Hans are such lovely persons with a lot of humor. Alexander is good fun and Nanna is just great. I cannot really find words to describe those people. Always good fun, a smile on the face and feeling totally comfortable and like home would describe them... i had my own room which was really beautiful. the horses dogs and cats are just adorable.... the work was easy and good fun.. i had to go sometime to the forest (i would say: to kiss the spiders, because i ran in every net, scared as hell and screaming hihi) then riding with the horses and cleaning the house and preparing food ... i already miss you guys and look forward to seeing you soon!! all the best and lots of sun !!!! conny

It was just amazing! Susie, Malcolm and the kids are just so lovely, welcoming and every other psitive adjective you can imagine. The kids are great, very self-sufficient and easy to handle. Malcolm and Susie are great hosts. they always want you to feel comfortabal and happy. They offer you great things to do and introduce you to the local crowd. The surroundings are beautiful and there are various things to do, and you have a lot of free time to do it. Just ask Susie and Malcolm! The house is beautiful, too, very open and pretty. Your room is very good, too. Just the best first workaway experience I could imagine. Thanks so much Susie and Malcolm. And Malcolm, I hoppe you´ll get well soon!! Love, Jana

This was my first workaway experience! My takeaway from this was a more in depth and richer understanding of not only Spanish history, but history from a Catalan perspective. Imma and Vicent are the perfect hosts for those who love history. Their two children are smart, respectful, and well behaved. Their street is quiet as it is only for pedestrians. Last, but not least, they were very helpful when I lost my bike in Barcenona. Thank you Imma, Vicent, Marcal, and Arnau for everything. I hope we stay in touch! Paz y abrazos, Tomas

Thanks, my Irish family!!!!!! When I began my travel, I couldn´t imagine that I´ll be really lucky, finding a very special family like this one!! I was in their house nearly a month, working in the garden and making another things, but almost sharing a experience with authentic people. Michael was my great helper with my unemploy´s procedure and my teacher with the turf and with the irish acent. Louise is now a very good friend, I shared with her conversation about everything!! The children are funny and lovely... Mollie and Rory were all the time helping me to undestand the lenguage... I couldn´t avoid to cry a little bit when I went away, but I know that these weeks are not the end... they are only the beginning. I miss you!! More information for the worawayers: the house is very big and you can use a good room; the food is nice and the little nearest village is beautifull; it´s far if you go by foot, by the family used to give a lift if you ask for. Kisses!!

I had a great time staying with Renate and her wonderful daughter Chantal and working in their garden. She was always willing to show me around town and always made sure that I was comfortable. I highly recommend this workstay to any and all workawayers.

John and Sarah were our first workaway hosts and we felt like we were very lucky! Every day was different, and we came away feeling like we'd learnt a lot of new skills. We ate like kings; perhaps the secret ingredient is eating the vegetables which you have grown. We definitely plan to return (if they'll have us!).

I had a fantastic two weeks staying with Jo. It was really interesting to see the progress in her renovation project and I enjoyed getting involved in a range of jobs such as painting, garden work, cooking and cleaning. Jo was incredibly welcoming and a lot of fun to talk to, as were all of the other workaways staying there. There was a lot to see in the area surrounding her land and a swim in her lake was a perfect way to cool off after a day’s work. I wish Jo the best of luck with her ongoing project and very much look forward to the reunion!

I came in India to find amazing people with who I can share an amazing experiences. How many smiles on my feedback? Yeah, I had what I was looking for, great experiences with great people. Happiness is everywhere, you just have to look for it... and there is a pretty good place to do so. Thanks for everything.

I stayed with Jean for a month. She is a kind and generous host. She showed me around, introduced me to friends and looked after me very well. Without her help I might have felt isolated as she is not on any public transport route. Great experience.

This was my first workaway experience and could not have been any better! The focus really lies on community spirit and education rather than cheap labour or repetetive work! So before turning a compost heap you will receive a half an hour explanation about japanees hot composting, everything to know about microorganisms, irrigation and the chemical processes at work! The same for any other type of work you get involved in. Jon is an absolute expert about anything relating to permaculture and enjoys sharing his knowledge! Adria and his family are also extremely welcoming and cooking and eating with the family you will get a real feel of Catalunia! There really is so much potential on this land and flexibility in the working days that anyone staying for a longer amount of time can easily start his own project, while learning about the others! So really I would recommend to stay at least 2 weeks or as long as you can really to make the most of all the things this place can offer, I really hope to come back soon!

Amaaaaaazing Place! We went there for working, but we found a new family. We did some working with cley, tried to build the solar shower and helped with the greenroof, but most of the time, we just enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. Hope to see you soon beautiful people!

I had an amazing 2 weeks here! The beautiful landscape, the permaculture garden, all the animals and especially the wonderful company! You wouldn\'t believe the amount of apples we got to harvest; we made juice, cider, preserves, cakes - you name it, it contained apple! There were some interesting combinations for sure; you have to try the apple and basil apple sauce! :) Thank you so much for such a great experience!

The Girard family is lovely. I spent a couple of weeks with them and they have treated me like one of the family. It was an unforgettable experience. I went out very sad when I left the Ranch. The worst of all is Ande never stops working all day and you have to keep up and sometimes it is not easy!!, The best is he prepare a very good breakfast, but it’s get you fat and breakfast time is very early! hahaha It has been an wonderful experience life on the farm, training horses, feed the cows, doing well ... Everyone in the family is lovely, Ande, Toni, James, Bernie (when he dosen´t shoot you :P) ... I would recommend it to everyone. I was almost by accident and now I miss all of them PD be careful if you wanna learn english, because sometimes Andes doesn´t speaks very good (joke) ;) Hugs to all my American family! Santi.

cocou la sorga! A very long time after the event now but me and scarlet still think of you and we say merci beaucoup pour tous! we had a great time and met some brilliant people! bring a sleeping bag! saffy

Having the possibility to stay with dawn and her lovely kids for ten days was absolutely amazing! Her home is soooo beautiful and was definetely the best place to start my travels around new zealand! Dawn is such a kind person, we had really good conversations and her kids welcomed me really friendly and open as well. Waiheke is such a stunning and relaxed island, dawn is a great cook and Work wasn\'t too hard ;-) so, i totally recommend staying with dawn! I came back three months later before i had to leave nz and visit dawn and the kids again - felt like coming home;) thanks for everything!

Nice People at a great spot! Work was fun ;)

I had an awesome time with Sandra and Lance! =) I spent 6 days at their place and helped with work in the garden and a little bit in the kitchen (Sandra is a great cook =) ) and made \\"Semmelkloess\\" :) . They showed me so much from the area, gave me a lot of background knowledge and I met almost the whole family! Thanks you for everthing (especiallt the kangaroos;) ) and maybe we\'ll meet again =)

Four stars with an extra starlet ***** for this lovely host! I stayed with Judy and her family for nearly 4 weeks, definitely too short for a stay with such nice, welcoming people! The warmness in this house makes you feel at home, even the work to be done was always great fun as there were lots of horsey jobs to do – exactly my cup of tea. Anyway, the work was never hard or too demanding as Judy is pretty good at finding the right mixture of work and leisure time. What I also like about this family is the diversity of passions, there is Katy, a brilliant cook with a green thumb, Paddy, a very caring kitten-father, Sam, a great piano-player and music-fan, Mike who enjoys fishing and knows a lot about Ireland and Judy, a marvellous painter, whose knowledge about horses and her way how she adjusts the work with the horses to its individual character I highly admire. During my stay with them, I learned a lot, especially because of Judys rich knowledge about horses. Besides, I appreciate her willingness to help quickly if necessary, she rescued a little kitten without hesitation which is now part of the family. Not to forget, the three lovely dogs you just have to like. They might look scary at first sight, but they are have such a friendly, positive character and are very well-trained, it's a great pleasure to go for a walk with them! Furthermore, the family helped me a great deal to see different parts of Ireland, Mike had lots of interesting stories to tell about the landscape, and due to their help, my English improved significantly. Finally, there is only left to say... Thank you for fabulous four weeks with your nice family, full of new interesting experiences and impressions! I hope to come back one day!

I had a great time here, it was nice to arrive at a place where everyone had such a good vibe, on top of that the view to the volcano is amazing, and the local free hot springs are a treat and to be in a place where spring water flows from the taps is priceless.. It's a place I would like to return and stay longer..

It is hard to imagine that somewhere on the other side of the world can feel so much like home, but with this beautiful family, that\'s exactly how it is! They are such a welcoming and lovely bunch, I truly felt like one of the family! Whether painting, having picnics, jumping on the trampoline, or having barbies on the beach, you are guaranteed to have a wonderful time on beautiful Waiheke. (or at least I think so!) I highly recommend the Harris family for a workaway experience! You won\'t regret it! Love to the cosy nook!

I spent about 4 weeks here as a volunteer and had an awesome experience. Andy and Simona were wonderful hosts and I felt welcome there right from the beginning and was always part of the family. It is a beautiful property and there was plenty to see and do in the surrounding area on my time off.

It was an excellent stage in june with very good feeling, good cook and nice job. Really a nice and lovely family that I will remember with great affection. Josep

Janine is an amazing host, very friendly and welcoming and great company. The Cortijo is also fantastic, with beautiful views and so peaceful. I had a great time here. if you love the mountains and being away from it all, this is the place to come!

Could not imagine a better host family! Fred and Joanna are extremely warm and welcoming ! The meals are fabulous and the atmosphere is lighthearted and easy-going. The work can sometimes be difficult but is definitely worth it, and the countryside is beautiful. A lovely place to stay... I will miss it a lot and all the people I have met.

Thank you once again for your hospitality and warm welcome to your wonderful farm. Ian and myself thoroughly enjoyed the lovely meals and intriguing conversations and jovial humour. I wish you all the best with your endeavours and with yourself and Benedetta, two wonderful hosts indeed.

Kate and I really enjoyed our time with Eric and Caroline. The food was excellent, the hosts were patient -friendly and knowledgable about the surrounding areas- and the surrounding views were lovely. The work was satisfying and they were very patient in explaning and showing us how to perform new tasks. Additionally, the dogs are great. It was just what we were hoping for with our first workawaay experience. Thanks guys. Dan & Kate

I had the privilege of working at the Quinta for almost 3 months. As soon as I arrived, Frank and Daniela and the kids made me feel like a part of the family. The kids are amazing and I fell in love with the two girls immediately (even if they did tease me endlessly about being afraid of snakes). There is a lot of work to be done at the Quinta, but it doesn\'t really feel like work and I often found myself in the kitchen trying to help even on my days off. Daniela cooks the most amazing food and the whole place is beautiful. It is a great place and I would highly recommend it!

We both spent a lovely week with the Yollands. We immediately felt at ease around them, we had a lot of fun visiting nearby villages/ the nearby lake with the family, we had the honour of being invited to an amazing concert in a very impressive chateau, and we were honestly sad to leave, as we felt we'd been there forever when we left, despite it only being a week! Lovely family with lots of lovely pets, Alejo helped with the barn and I helped in the house/ garden. Hope to see you all again soon and thanks again guys x

This is a bit late but here goes. We got a response from Ian and Helen after we had already committed to another Workaway and were waiting for a confirmation so we were not able to stay long. We stopped by their place the day after we got their response as we happened to be in Letterkenny and stayed for 4 or 5 days and helped out with some lime work on the clachan. Even though we showed up practically unannounced and stayed for such a short time we were immediately welcomed and had our very own caravan prepared for our stay. We had a great time here with Ian and Helen, their children Lily and George, and two other workawayers Tom and Jessie. Helen did plenty of shopping so there was always good food to be made and the environment was very laid back and relaxing. We had a great time and wish we had stayed longer here! They also have wifi and are very helpful with helping you get around or looking up transportation. Helen even found us a great deal on a plane ticket out of Ireland. I expect they will have work to do on this house for years to come so its definitely worth coming here. Thanks for having us Ian and Helen! Also, I agree with Jessie, after the shower you can't feel the shampoo-y residue, ever since showering there I always double check my beard for soap. Cheers, Seth and Kailey

If you want find a work experience in a beautiful place you should go to Speyside. The guesthouse is placed in the middle of Scottisch countryside, you can find sheeps, cows, squirrels: if you want the nature it is right for you. Working is hard, but Tina and Norman always help you: they'll make you at your own home. Dogs are friendly and nice, expecially Millie, a funny dog I spent there three unforgettable weeks

Just want to say a big \\"thank you\\" for the lovely stay and beautiful experience I had at you place!!! Thanks to Petra, Josef, Tim and Tobias for your kindness, help with the language ( my german was not so fair but now it has so much improved!! I\'m so happy about it!! ) but most of all for sharing their daily life and their knowledges with me: I do think the work you do with horses it\'s incredible and I want to suggest anyone interested in horsemanship to go once there and have a look: you won\'t ever forget! I hope to be back in Oersberg again...whenever you will need some help, please let me know ;) ! Wish you many sunny days and thanks again to you all and Gina!!!! Alles tipptopp!!!

I spent two wonderful weeks there. They are all extremly nice and you don't need either gardening or yoga experience or anything, just your good mood and open mindedness. There are constantly comming and leaving new people, so you can be sure to meet a lot of folks here. Thank you for the time I had and hope you find some others who are willing to through some frisbee with you guys!! =D

This was not only my first work away experience but it was also my first time travelling solo! I could not have picked a better place - a barn full of books and beautiful countryside. Alex is a great host, particularly if you're a bit of a 'foodie' as all of the meals are healthy and creative. He also happily introduces you to his friends which gives a far more authentic experience of life in rural France. Thanks to Alex for such a great week and best of luck with everything!

I really enjoyed to work here, I stayed for three weeks and I felt very welcomed in their home :) i hope that I have been of some use, and that we will stay in contact :) Lenny

George is an excellent host. He is very accommodating and friendly, and our experience with him in Tuscany is one I will remember for a very long time.

I had the pleasure of staying with Clive, Sue and their baby boy Sam for 3 weeks. I felt as though I was part of the family throughout my stay as they not only invited me for hikes and drives around Grazalema but took me out for lunch numerous times as well. They also taught me about some of the local wildlife, plant life and why Grazalema is such a special place to live. Thanks for everything!

The absolute best hosts I could have asked for! Both Urs and Nadja were extremely generous and welcoming. It immediately felt like a home away from home for me. Now that I have left Birkenhof, I really miss it. It\'s somewhat difficult to feed a big guy with a big appetite like me, but Urs, Nadja, Franz and Emilie made me feel completely comfortable eating as much as I would like and the food was marvelous. Working on the farm was fantastic! Urs is very knowledgeable about dairy farming and has a passion for it that is contagious. I cannot stress enough how incredible my time was on this wonderful dairy farm.

I had a wonderful experience helping Thomas and Astrid. They are very kind, hard working and good to talk to. I learned very much from my stay with them.

I had such a great time that I have plans to return very soon. Lizzie and Ollie are wonderful people. Both of them are very hardworking and smart, yet they balance this with having fun and relaxing. (Movie nights funded by tips, building snow men, letting Ruthie and I play music during dinners, and there may have been a small prank). I was impressed right away by how they handle the stress of being full time business owners- with such ease. They're always grateful for this wonderful opportunity and each other. They never get too stressed to have a good laugh or talk. Lizzie and Ollie always made sure I was comfortable and happy. They're both very charming and kind people, sure to be good friends if you treat them fairly. If you come here you'll get to be part of an incredible restaurant, soon to be a B&B. It's in such a beautiful area, and though the city is a while away I never ran out of things to do here. (Riding horses, playing with their handsome pup, Archie, exploring the area, talking with patrons, playing music, or learning about bartending and waitressing). The list goes on, and I'm so grateful for the experience.

It was my first workaway experience, but what a phantastic one !! I felt I was a part of the family from the very first moment on. I was there for a fortnight and everything was just perfect, the work consisted mainly in helping with the guest rooms, not too hard, in fact I really enjoyed it. The food was very good, Andy is a very creative cook, apart from that he has got a very special sense of humour, great fun. I got a lovely single room in the guesthouse, the surrounding area is a nature reserve, marshland, ideal for birdwatchers or if you like morning runs like me and long walks watching the sunset and feel the pure air – then that is your place. It couldn’t have been better. Tracy is a loveable person; she even saved my life when, one day I was too daring, went out for a long walk in bad weather and was caught by a thunderstorm in the open country, got soaked to the skin and was scared to death by the flashes of lightning, she hurried with her car to rescue me. I felt sad to leave, butI know I found new friends.

Had an amazing time for the 2 weeks we stayed with the Hall family! The workload was limited, the surrounding area was very cool to explore (especially with the dogs!), and we had a great time speaking and making friends with the locals. The Halls are extremely open, helpful, and made us feel right at home in their beautiful 'bungalow'. It was great to witness (and be a part of) the wonderful lifestyle they've created for themselves on the island of Mallorca- not always structured but everyone is clearly happy :) Susie, Malcolm, Dan, and Rosie: Thank you so much for having us- you are all such lovely people and it was great to get to know you. Hope to see you again! Much love, Meghan and Brittany

I spend five days working together with Jordi. The work was varied and everyday we did something different. The atmosphere was friendly and open. I can only recommend Jordi as a host!

What an adventure! I was picked up from the Oloron train station at around 1 in the morning, but I would've never known it given the way I was treated. Once at the chateau, I was treated to a delicious dinner despite the late hour and the major inconvenience of my late arrival. Richy never once made me feel awful for any of it, which I am eternally grateful for. The sheer beauty and wonder in the Aspe Valley wasn't revealed to me until the next morning (or rather afternoon, since I slept my jet lag off). There is not a single unpleasant view to be had in the entire valley. The views from every single window of the building are absolutely breathtaking. For a nature lover like myself, it is a complete paradise. Majestic griffons and kites fly in the skies above and vivid lizards crawl on the ground below. The hike up the mountain of Trone du Roi is probably one of the reigning moments of my entire life. Rewarding and endlessly beautiful. Aside from my love of nature, there's my other love of culture and food (my love of food and desire to try anything once quickly became a running joke) The Aspe Valley is filled with not only French culture, but also the influence of the Basque culture and of nearby Spain. In the chateau itself, one is likely to hear a multitude of languages. During my stay, I had the pleasure of listening to (and sometimes actually talking back) in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, and German. As for the food eaten everyday, Richy is a wonderful cook with a variety of culinary skillsets from the delicious pasta techniques learned in his native Italy or the traditional British cuisine from his years in the UK or the things he's picked up since moving to France. There is never a shortage of delicious meals on that beautiful terrace (which is only going to become more beautiful). Guys, the work is not easy. You'll be working on some pretty tough restoration jobs, but the conditions are laid back and enjoyable. An indoors job can always be enjoyed when listening to the excellent music of Queen. And no outdoors job can be too bad when it always ends in a plunge in the river followed by a relaxing bath in the thermal pool. Every job makes you feel good because you can see the improvement you're making on the look of the chateau. Hard work begets satisfaction from a job well done. Then, there's the work that doesn't even feel like work. Dealing with clients was by far one of my favorite things about the work. I had some of the best conversations of my lifetime with our clients and enjoyed every moment of interaction with them. From our British biker friends to our favorite French fisherman, I was never lacking in enjoyable talks. The clients are wonderful people who I instantly missed upon their departure. Richy will bring skills out of you that you didn't know you had. For instance, I never thought I could make the pies that I made. I've never been a cook in any capacity, but somehow, I quickly became \"head pâtissier\" as Richy came to introduce me. I even ended up working as sous chef with a local professional who showed me amazing I also found myself to be a rather capable chair builder (16 chairs and two tables to be exact!) I also had a few successful interactions in French, which having not formally studied French is a pretty big accomplishment for me. The animals on the property are some of the best animals you'll ever meet. Daisy, Pearl, and Poppie (the three dogs) are fantastic animals that you'll end up missing as much as the people when you leave. Plumette is one of the smartest and most fearless cats I've ever met (She's an expert lizard hunter and is a far better guard dog than the dogs). I feel privileged to have spent my first European excursion (but surely not my last!) at this site. I miss them all terribly and hope to cross paths with them again some day. So to any potential Workawayer reading this, if you love nature, food, good conversation, and a fantastic experience, without minding some work along the way, take a trip to this site. You won't regret it. And finally, to Richy and Ellie, I can't thank you enough for your kindness and hospitality. Best of luck with all of your endeavors. I wish you the absolute best. Gracias, grazie, and merci! <3 -- Travis

Our first workaway was an enjoyable experience, the hosts Eric and Caroline and their two dogs, Charlie and Truss are very friendly. The accommodation and food was great, the bed was super comfy. The auberge(hotel) they run is in a great location to sample rural France and great for exploring the stunning Auvergne countryside especially great for outdoor enthusiasts. Transport is necessary if you want to explore the wider region. The weather was fantastic for our stay, the work gave an insight on how time consuming running an auberge is. Our work was mainly maintenance and helping with cleaning and ironing; but afterwards we enjoyed walking the dogs, driving to nearby villages and dinner with the hosts over a nice chat/movie and a glass of wine. P.S. thanks Caroline for my birthday strawberry tart (nella's) it was very thoughtful and delicious!! Recommend staying with these hosts.

Auf Schloß Schochwitz hat es mir sehr gut gefallen! Es gab interessante Aufgaben für jeden - und vor allem je nach individuellen Fähigkeiten. Ich habe mit Ingrid tiefe Gespräche geführt, die mich persönlich weiter gebracht haben. Ein Schloß im tiefsten Winter - eine große, aber sehr lohnende Herausforderung! Vielen Dank auch an Christian für die freundliche Aufnahme!

My work experience here in three words: Energetic Inspirational Awesome:) This was not only a comfortable place to stay, but also beautiful, safe and clean with a warm, friendly atmosphere. I will never forget my time here and Roger and Maria really made me feel important and cared for. Marias cooking was always impressive. I remember one time she said that she had no idea what to cook and that there was nothing really in the pantry or fridge, then she whipped up this amazing meal that I couldn\'t have made even if I had a whole supermarket of supplies. Maria is always on the go, and kept me on my toes, but she never gave me too much to do. Obviously (hens the comments above) they have had a lot of workawayers and they really know what they are doing and how it all works best. It is really good. One thing I would highly recommend would be to go as a couple and stay at least a month. It works better for Maria, and you also have some company to go on walks with etc while still having enough time to really see the area and take it all in. THANK YOU MARIA AND ROGER!

I had nice and quiet time in the Monastery. I met some persons from the nuns and the volunteers which I will not forget and will try to keep in touch. There is a good schedule of the work days and we had every Sathurday and Sunday free. I lernt to make some braselets and neckles. The nature around the Monastery is beautiful. We went to some trips togheter and I even suppose that we pass via Targu Jiu to see Brancus because of me:)? Also I had great days in Timisoara.

Once in a lifetime experience. To begin with, there's no other place like Sicily and it's people. From the very first day I came there I enjoyed every second . All the people working in the B&B made me feel like at home. Especially the girls from the downstairs office! Endless laughter, granita siciliana for breakfast, the most entertaining shopping trips... The list is never-ending. There's always someone for you. No time for the home sickness! The opportunity to go to the Italian language school, participate in the cultural activities afterwards was absolutely terrific. The best opportunity to make some new friends and visit Catania. Ah, and learn how to cook Italian way! The highlight of my stay was the sailing experience as I never done this before. All day in the sea with the experienced captain Emilio was something special. And immensely fun! Etna tour not to be forgotten. The snoozing vulcano gives Catania a truly magical aura... It's always there. The work itself is easy and doesn't require a lot of time so I was able to manage my time perfectly - a bit of work, a bit of studying and loads of time for having fun! Emilio showed me the most beautiful places around for which I am extremely grateful. The only negative thing was... The tears of leaving. Not for good though.

The best hostel! The best staff! I stayed for six weeks and didn't wanna leave. The managers Bobby, James and Eric is so relaxed, welcoming and fun! And they arrange loads of activites both in and outside the hostel. Staying here you get a lot of really good food, drinks, meet some cool people, and a opportunity to explore all the best of San Diego! Miss you guys!

I had a very good time with Marcello and Angela. The work was nice and easy and they were very helpful. They took good care of me and introduced me to new people and places in the town. Everybody who worked at the hostel were extremely nice (including the cleaning woman, who was always one big smile). I had a perfect time and highly recomommend this place.

This was our first Workaway experience and we couldn\'t have asked for more. In exchange for 4 hours work Mon-Fri we received superb accommodation and great company. The work mainly consisted of gardening, painting internal & external walls & some windows, gardening, burning the dry brush, building a small stone wall, fixing some leaky windows and some more gardening. Deb was fantastic and kept everything and everyone well organised, and the other workawayers were great people too. The secluded garden accommodation was perfect with a super little kitchen (self-catered), private bathroom, dining and sleeping areas - and probably the best view from the property of the Med! The house & gardens are beautiful and we would highly recommend this sociable little workaway, especially if you have the pleasure of going before April while Deb is still there. Much love, Anthony & Jemma x

Eric & Linda: This was our first workaway, and what a great time we had, many thanks Ruve & Michael. Ruve and Michael are truly interesting people and great hosts who were always willing to provide guidance and information about the area. Accommodation and food were superb with lots of garden fresh vegetables and interesting conversation during lunch. Parisot is a beautiful village with some unique buildings with lots of other remarkable towns and villages to visit within easy reach, having your own transport is a must. Work was varied both in the chateau and barns or outside in the gardens, we hope to return next year.

I stayed 3 weeks there working, was great great great! I will never forget it, so much fun there!thanks

There is nothing to add... one of the best experiences I ever made! Thank you so much Vinita, Shekhar, Doorba, Kuhoo, Prakash, the school children and teachers and everybody else who made me feel so welcome... it really feels like my second home now, up there in the beautiful mountains! really, the only \\"bad\\" thing is... you\'re gonna miss this place and all its people with their beautiful souls! Thank you!

We only spent three weeks at Moyon and we really had a great time there. At the beginning Polly and the girls were away, so our main task was looking after their home, involving gardening, walking the dogs, caring the cats and having a look after the guests in the gites. We also started with the lime-rendering, which was a new experience for us. When the family came back we enjoyed the time with the two girls and Polly very much. The girls are very cute and love going to the swimming pool. Polly is a very helpful person, she always cares about the well-being of the workawayers. The region is also great and there are a lot of things to see. This was our first workaway experience and we loved it. We can really recommend going there! Daniel & Franzi

Staying with Shawn and Lindsay felt like being at home with good friends. This was my first Workaway experience, and I really couldn't have asked for a better initiation. The farm is full of animals, each one with their own unique personality, which made for a fun and lively atmosphere. I really enjoyed the variety of work available, especially building the greenhouse, and I can say that I never had boring moment in the week that I spent there. Some of the work was physically challenging, which I greatly appreciated, but you will certainly not feel strained or obliged to work beyond your means. Between plucking chickens, building the greenhouse and cooking, I can also say I learned quite a few things about living simply on the farm. Shawn and Lindsay are open to any questions you might have about their permaculture practices and are willing to discuss new ideas that could have a positive effect on the farm. They are both very well informed and experienced so, staying with them would also be a great option for someone who is passionate about permaculture. No matter what your background or passions are however, staying with Shawn and Lindsay is a great choice. The Cotacachi/Otavalo area is beautiful, with views of the Cotacachi and Imbabura volcanoes from the farm, and you'll have plenty of time to explore the area in the afternoons and on the weekends. As far as meals are concerned, almost everything we ate came straight from the farm, and there was never a lack for food, even with a full house. Also, if you enjoy cooking, you can feel free to exercise your skills at any time you'd like. Overall, this was an awesome experience that I can recommend to anyone.

There are no words to describe how good this place is. Jan and Alex are the best! Doing workaway with them was the best part of my trip to Europe! Alex is a very kind woman, and Jan is a very great person... both of them are awesome! I will come back for sure. The landscapes are gorgeous, there is peace and hard work! hehehe One of my favorite things is that there is no annoying sounds of cars or a city... and I find that awesome. If you are learning english they can help you. I learned very much from them! I can still go on with many different reasons why they rock, but it would take me more than an hour. Thank you very much! Until the next time! \m/

We were lucky enough to spend nearly two weeks at Audrey and Cyril's Posada. They were very welcoming, friendly, helpful and we felt proud to contribute to such a lovely place. Days off can be spent exploring the amazing Mochima National Park and diving with Cyril! Highly recommended to anyone wanting to spend time and help out in a beautiful part of Venezuela. Thank you Audrey and Cyril! Hope everything is going well!

Staying at Witt's End was very memorable. I miss the family, 4 dogs (say hello to Duke for me), 7 horses (soon 9) and the kittens. Even though the house and cabins are far from other people, everyone is very welcoming and makes you feel right at home. The horses are like big dogs always wanting to say hello and looking for treats in your pockets. The food was fantastic! Ask Pat to make some salsa for you. I hope the raised beds in the garden work well and give you plenty of hearty food. Also, that they can also help with the weeds. A great first workaway experience!

this is the first feedback i´ve ever written, but i want that people know what place this is. i came here, four weeks ago, fresh in southamerica, and gabriel, christian and hannah took me in there family as i´m. after a day of relaxing we started to work, and i can tell you, there is alot to do. but tranquilo... you can bring your own ideas, there is no boss (excepty yambo, el rey dela casa) , of course its organized, the schedule is flexible, i worked sometimes much more, sometimes not at al and when i did a good job i got some boni, postres from hannah (a great cook) or a big party in armenia, or a bike tour with christian (un bioloco) in the neighborehood of salento... and thats a beautyfull one such a place to be, dangerous to get stucked, a big project, i´m looking forwrd to visit this place again. next year. or in five;-) thanks for all hasta pronto

I had wonderful time with Judy and the family, feeling at ease from the first evening in what became my home for two months. As a beginner with horses, I learned a lot from Judy experience and enjoy her brilliant, big horses ! Everybody is very attentive and even if Judy was limited because of her injury she offered me a lot, thanks to Mike as well… we did so many things, I will never thank you enough ! If you like the country, horses (and dogs !), and nice people, don't hesitate one second to go to Ireland with Judy !

I had a really great experience and would recommend it to anybody considering going. The whole family were very welcoming and I hope to stay in touch as I feel I have made some good friends. I gained a lot of work experience and believe it has helped to prepare me ready for my course at university. Can\'t think of a better way to have spent the month.

You are soooooo welcome! I had a great first time in Spain at a great place with so cordial people. Muchas gracias to the whole team and for the experiences I made here. (and looking after Mojo was a pleasure by the way :) We\'ll meet again somday

Jim & Anu are a lovely couple to stay with. My first workaway experience couldn\'t be better :o) they both live with Daniel, Izzy & Pokey, bees and chucks in a wonderful green spot in Sydney. I had fun together with them and another workaway and helpx people. I worked in the garden, the house, sort some paperworks in the office, helped to take the honey out and done some filling from bottles with haircareproducts - lots of interesting work to do! After work you are quick in the city and i enjoyed to walk along the Harbourside, both of them helped me with some great walks and maps, and geochaching :o) is fun!!!! It was also great to stay few weeks in the Blue Mountains with the family from Jim\'s sister. I\'ve done some decoration work in the Antiqueshop and the bush walks were amazing : kangaroos, wallabies, crimson rosellas .... I am grateful for this what was, for the people that i meet, for the yummy food that we shared, for the fun and laughs that we had together. I would like to come back ... sooner or later :o) Ivo

I stayed 5 weeks with Verena and had a fantastic time. Verena made me feel very welcome and I felt at home there. She is a warm, funny and interesting person and I really enjoyed her company. Verena is a great cook and I've tried copying some of her cooking since I've come home! She was a brilliant teacher and my French has improved hugely thanks to her encouragement and patience. It was a summer I'll never forget and I'm already looking forward to visiting Verena again!

The Waring family has been an absolute pleasure to work for and live with. This has been Christina and my first workaway and without a doubt Fiona has really set the bar high. The hospitality that she has set for us made us feel just like home. Even if we were in France and not fluent in it, Fiona and the kids helped us get by in any circumstance. We were in the Mas Sarrat for 3 weeks (which flew by) and we were looking for a low key visit. Fiona helped cater us towards that, the family was so down to earth. Every day was something new and never boring. We weren't forced to do anything nor find ourselves twiddling our thumbs. Christina and I are super lucky as we got exactly what we wanted from this experience. We both would recommend this cosy French setting to anyone. Tides will be kept close with all three of them and Greg, who is the builder that is helping Fiona. We, one day will make the effort to return to see the animals, the family, the neighbours and friends. We could make this review go on for pages even though it was only a short term visit. If you have any hesitations or questions, please feel free to PM us and we can tell you anything about our experience in lovely Lherm. We will never forget you guys! With love!

I was with Pinan Jim one week and I had a really good time there, there was a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere and we were leaving in peace. I also learnt a lot about nature and way of living of thai people. One of the best experiences I had in Thailand.

What a wonderful place to have my first workaway experience. Hugh, Janie, and Gigi were all extremely kind and hospitable, always making sure that my stay was comfortable. (can\'t forget the hot water bottles at night!) A good day\'s work is expected of you, but it is always full of new learning experiences, and you are rewarded with delicious food and tasty wine at the end of the day. What they\'ve done with their property is incredibly beautiful, and the small town where they are located is quite rustic and full of character. A great place for new experiences, and I hope to get back there one day. Thank you!

I had a great time at Susana and her family. they are very kind and open, they always took care that we didnt miss anything and showed us around in the area. if you want to get in touch with real Spain and want to learn the language, they are the perfect hosts. thanks for all and take care, i´ll pass by next time i am in the area.

Philip and Julia made my first workaway experience an unforgettable one. They were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. Thank you so much for such a wonderful opportunity

This was our first Workaway experience and I can't thank enough this amazing family! They made everything to make our staying memorable and they really made us feel as one part of them! The place is beautiful and peaceful, a perfect place where to take your time off and charge the batteries for a while! The work involved olive harvesting, which we found very interesting. In addition we helped out in a B&B place or with some light gardening. We never felt bored, every day brought us something new. We always had the meals with the family, which was a perfect opportunity to get to know the Italian family life and improve our Italian. The food was amazing and we learned a lot about Italian kitchen. The cats and little puppy Milla made our staying even more pleasant! It was very beautiful time there and I hope to meet you again in the future!

I want to say a great thankyou to John and Catherine who enabled me to spend four fabulous weeks full of fun and experiences, I don\'t want to miss!! There\'s no day as another one. From planting seedlings into beds over animal care (Maxi for example who is one of the two dogs needs always to be cuddled and hugged ;-)) through to building new buildings ( for example a geese shed).Work is never too hard and John is all the time with you so it\'s never getting boring or silent. And you meet a plenty of other volunteers of all over the world so you will never be alone and maybe make some new friends. Not forgetting the legendary karaoke nights with Jason at the weekends, a really crazy but also kindhearted and great entertainer who rents a room at John’s farm - this place would be a poorer one without him for sure. :-) And if you might not be a skilled cook you could be a more capable one afterwards practicing there your abilities by cooking lunch and dinner from time to time.... So if that sounds auspicious to you don not hesitate - you won\'t regret it, promised! :)

There are no words to describe how amazing was the time i spent with the Steven family. I\'ve been herefor a whole month and all this time i felt like home. Su, Peter, George and Lily are wonderful persons and they have been very nice and helpful at every moment. Honestly, i hardly can imagine better hosts: they are understanding with your needs, the working time is reasonable, the house and the place itself are beautiful and if you manage to get along with Pickle the cat, you will feel very welcomed ;) It is a very advisable place to visit, wether you are a workawayer or just a holiday maker.

Marieke, Tommy, Ines and little Arthur are the best hosts you can find in this website. It was the first time we travelled alone and they made us feel we were part of the family, we really appreaciate what they did for us. My friend Ana and I (Nacho) had one of the best months in our lives. We went to the beach, to La Rochelle, Nantes and Bordeaux, we went to festivals and we ate gorgeous food (Marieke is an excellent cook). There was no time to be bored, we always had something interesting and fun to do. Thanks to them, we met wonderful people from different countries, we discovered the region and its inhabitants. We are really grateful and even though they had a rough time, they always had a smile in their faces. Ines was the joy of the house, always happy, it was a pleasure to spend our time with her. Merci beaucoup famille Godart. I hope everything is OK, good luck with the next workaways. Warm regards, hope to visit you soon. A bientot.

Wow! What a fantastic work away experience! Neither of us had any expectations of what a work experience would involve or be like, but we seriously got lucky. From the first moment we met Doris, Brian and Daniel we felt apart of the family. They kindly worked us in with Brian\'s work schedule so they could pick us up from Toronto, which we greatly appreciated. While staying with the family for three weeks we were invited on many sightseeing activities including visiting the local beach, surrounding towns, local cinemas, the families solar farm, water falls and The Blue. We also had many opportunities to explore the beautiful area by ourselves with the families bikes (especially loved the electric one) :) and they were always more than willing to pick us up or drop us off somewhere. We throughly enjoyed our private basement and our work away stay. The dinner table was never quiet as we were always sharing travel stories and hearing about each others lives. We will be sure to keeping touch with Doris, Brian and Daniel and we are so glad we were able to have such a positive first work away experience. :)

My experience here was really special! Working was sometimes hard because of the sun burning in the sky (and on us!) but together with Kaew and the people of the village we tried to do our best and they all were so kind to me! This is definitely my best experience in Thailand, living with local people, working and cooking with them! I loved to stay there with Kaew, he teached me so much about Thai cooking and we were so happy together, I want to thank so much Deng (one of the guides) who was there talking with me when I was a little bit homesick, he has a big heart! And Rocky too, he is so funny! Unfortunately I don t remember all the names, I would like to hug you all so strong! Thank you Samart for giving me the chance to live this experience and for the elephant ride, it was memorable! I will definitely come back with my boyfriend, he would love to stay at the bungalows but cannot promise you for my honeymoon, I don t want to marry LOOL enjoy and keep smiling like you do big kiss to Kaew

I spent three weeks in Karen\'s house, and it has been a really interesting exerience for me. She\'s very friendly, and everyday, when she was back home from work, she used to talk to me and to another guest in order to help us to improve our English level. Her daughter is nice as well, and her mother too, so it was really a pleasure to help them to do little housework, and it was a pleasure even greater to cook something for them, since they enjoyed Italian food. This was my first workaway experience, I\'m satisfied one hundred percent, I have to say thank you to Karen and her family for that.

I had a great experience living with Leah and Nico, and of course the babayy Jasmine. I worked the amount agreed upon and on my time off they took me all over the area: to a horse track, to their family's homes, to towns nearby. I enjoyed sharing meals with them, Nico is a great cook. Leah and Nico are very nice and accomodating. I felt quite comfortable and welcomed in their home. This was the ideal workaway experience for me.

I stayed with Dannie and Dave for one month. I couldnt have had a better experience. Dannie is one of the most interesting people i met in my entire 5 month stay in costa rica. She is so positive . Dave is absolutely hilarious! The hostel is in transition . It is a super chill spot , close walk to the beach , the bars and resturants. The volunteers and the guests were like family. We had family dinners atleast once a week and hung out all the time. It was hard to tell who worked there and who didn't because everyone there has an undying want to help out. people from other hostels would come just to hang out with our amazing family. if you are not only looking to be apart of a wonderful project but also make friends and FAMILY from all over the world this is definitely the place for you. be ready to fall in love and to have a good time! <3

This was my first workaway and I couldn't of picked a better place. Its a beautiful and has a wonderful atmosphere. Julia is a fantastic person and very welcoming. The people I met were amazing! Such a great experience, I learnt a lot.

I had a wonderful time workaway-ing at Hans'. Was able to learn a lot, explore, and have some nice conversations. I would quickly recommend Hans as a host! Thank you for everything!

Whilst we have not stayed with Alex and Ed (yet, perhaps!) I would just like to commend them on their excellent communication. Fast responses, happy to answer all queries and provision of a thorough briefing note for potential workawayers. A far better response system than that provided by most hosts i have mailed... Thumbs up folks!! :-)

I stayed in Nepal for 6 weeks in a very nice host family. They always made me feel comfortable as much as possible. I helped a bit in school which was a nice experience. It was mostly about helping the kids drawing letters or pictures and watching them lern during the lessons. On top of that, I had enough time to go trekking and see the rest of the beautiful country (which I recommend every workawayer to do)! My host family was great, we often sat down together and laughed a lot! Shanker, Padma, Pradeep and the lovely Chunchun also learned much about the nepali traditions and the culture. They also go sight-seeing with the voluteers if you want. I cannot complain about anything! I really enjoyed my time in Nepal! Thanks for the wonderful weeks I could spent in your house! Greets, Franz

Coming to Baleia was the best decision of my life! Juliana, my host has become my little brazilian sister! The job wasn't hard, I had lots of time for myself so I could learn some portuguese! I am sure I will go back to Baleia again! Kisses for you Ju!!! XXX

I had an excellent time staying on the farm. The atmosphere was congenial and the family are a delight to be with. They taught me a lot about farming and wild food. The home cooking was excellent, and ever since coming home I\'ve been missing all the olives! Though the accommodation is in a tent, it is very spacious (I could stand up in it), and the bed laid out is comfortable. The countryside around is stunning and the weather is almost uniformly pleasant. I couldn\'t give a firmer recommendation.

Had an amazing time in the old forests of Knysna:)> Meera my hostess was welcoming, helpful and had ended up being a dear friend. I loved helping at making jewellery ( slow at first!) , going to the markets and being in the Retreat Center. Meera took me down to the river and out into the forest............stunning. For peopel who enjoy nature this is a unique opportunity.

I had an amazing time with Becky, Martin and all the animals (clever chickens, adorable dogs and cats) It was peaceful, beautiful, varied work and lots of yummy food, fresh from the garden with homemade bread and jam. I felt really lucky being there, they\'ve created such a happy little spot, with wonderful neighbors (cheers Paul), surrounded by great music, laughter, warmth and long days of Spanish sun. Thankyou so much, I miss the place already.

We had such a wonderful experience staying with Chiara, Claudio, and Lenoardo! They were so accomodating, generous, kind and appreciative of us being there, which made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Their son Leonardo was so smart and funny! He was really fun to be around and learn from, as well as the family as a whole. We enjoyed being able to sit down at meals all together and have good conversations about where Chiara and Claudio have been in their lives and what they strive to do now and in the future. And all the food was delicious!! We helped in working with the beginnings of their garden, their car port, picking hazelnuts, and organizing their storage house. Also getting to play with Leonardo! While we there, it felt like time slowed down and we were living in the present. It was a great feeling and it allowed us to really enjoy the family, learn about Italian culture and simply take in the beauitful countryside around us. We definitely came away feeling that if there were more families in the world like them, the world would be a better place. Thank you so much!

I had a wonderful time staying with Abby and Renny in August! I apologise for not posting anything before, but it doesn't change how fun it was to spend the month in the most beautiful place I have ever seen! The whole family are lovely, and I had so much fun playing games with the two boys. It gave me an excuse to behave like a child again! Abby was really kind, and I really enjoyed spending time with her and getting to know her. A particular highlight was chasing a dog around a sunflower field! Renny is also very friendly, and I thoroughly enjoyed my conversations with him. I just hope he's not still waiting for the limo to arrive... Thank you very much for letting me spend the time with you! It really was one of my most enjoyable summers ever! xxx

My stay at Warwick and Cassia\'s home was very great, they\'ve helpt me a lot for my arriving in australia and give me good contacts.Their daughters are very cute and their home is nice. I\'m still in contact with them and I think see them again before I come back in France

no blabla more, 4 smiles! ....one more time! perfect! see ya!

the people, the food, the landscape. all unforgettable. Stefan and Mona couldn\'t be more welcoming and comfortable to be around. two great kids, a busy schedule, and plenty of work, but even more good times and laughs than anything. see you soon

I had a great couple of weeks in Carzorla with Paul. It's an incredible place and always something happening - a couple of festivals in the time I was there. Paul is always keen for a trip - the visit to see the vultures (from above) was a highlight, and there's two castles to explore as well as tons of walks possible. For someone coming from New Zealand, the wealth of history is fascinating. The spacious house is above the best plaza (we think!) in Carzorla, and Paul is happy to let you suggest work that needs to be done. As mentioned in other comments, Paul is a generous and laid-back host.

This was a special experience for me. A great family who can show you how to appreciate rural and traditional lifestyle. Andy and Meredith are genuine, interesting and kind people. Immediately welcoming it was a pleasure to be included into their family environment. The work was varied and enjoyable, they certainly could have asked for more to be done but the days went quickly and what we achieved was appreciated. Always very well feed, Meredith worked magic in the kitchen introducing me to some classic british food and your next cup of tea with Andy is never far away. The property is in beautiful countryside in an area of France that has the feel of an older era. I had high hopes of what a workaway experience could offer but this was far more rewarding than expected.

LEANNE, LEK, AREEYA AND ARRUN ...thank you so much for your hospitality. i\'ve spent a greats moments with you !! i felt part of your beautiful family. it was a really nice experience. have a good life!!! blessings YAMILA

I had a great experience at this place, to say the least! An endless amount of things to learn and do, at a really peaceful place! The people are simply great, very kind and helpful, and very interesting to work with. I learned a lot of them, something for every part of live, which in my opinion makes it an excellent workaway experience. I would definitely like to come back!

Excellent. If all hosts were like you, I would pass my whole life doing workaway. I spent very happy moments (biscuits,mamma mia,penne...). I enjoyed so much this period. As I said, you live in a fantastic place. Thanks for showing me some other wonderful places (Cork, Mizen Head...). It was a plasure to aid you in your farm. Probably in the next days I shall continue eating irish and english food and drinking tea too. LoL Thanks a lot again.

I stayed and worked at here for 3 and a half months during July-November 2011 and had a great time with countless memories that will remain with me for the rest of my life. The work is challenging and rewarding - in truth there is the occassional bad day, but on the whole the husky farm is a truly unique and enjoyable experience. I especially liked the more remote sister farm with the \'wilderness\' setting and lack of facilities, both which were easy to live with. The two best things about hetta huskies however, are the dogs, obviously, and the social life of the volunteer - the diversity of people who come to work for the farm is great and you are never short of someone to talk to or share a day off with. Though I can see that it\'s not for everyone, I can\'t recommend this place enough, if you love dogs and don\'t mind some hard work. You will leave with friends for life and the thirst to return.

Had such a great time. I truly feel more wise and worldly after volunteering here. The island gave me a much different life than I was used to, and I could not be happier with the overall experience.

This place is just amazing! The location, the rooms and mainly Raul - the \"head\" of the hostel - In any situation ready to help. I have been there already 2 times this year. Once in April and now in November. It was nice to see how much work they have done in few months. Best Wishes to the future. Hope to see you again.

I stayed with Jo, Niall and the family for two weeks. It was my first work away experience and an amazing one at that. I\'d have loved to stay for longer. The surrounding area is beautiful, the work is rewarding, the accommodation warm and extremely comfortable and finally the food is wonderfully tasty. They are a lovely family and I wish them all the best. I\'d love to visit again should the opportunity arise! Oli

Franziska and Lili showed me how to live closer to nature in a way quite different from the one I knew before. Both are great teacher of life and the French language, from which I get a lot of understanding and warmth. And most important to me, they showed me how beautiful it is parenting. Franziska I hope you complete construction of the yurt as soon as possible and you will fulfill your dream of it. I'm keeping my fingers crossed !!!! Thank You.

This place is outstanding. You feel like you're in little paradise. I fixed and did some new german translation for their website. Also i did heaps of Photographs and made some videos and edited them for their website. well i mostly worked more than 5h per day but it was a good job. Raquel is a relaxed person. She and Chris are good people and included me into their private live like they know me long time! Their Kids are a lot of fun too. I lived in an apartment the beginning which was great and later as they all was booked i lived in a big tent. However, it was all good. Also i could practice some Yoga, which is really helpful and relaxing. If you get the chance to work there, take it. Lanzarote is unique and Casa el Morro surely is too.. thanx a lot..

I had an amazing time with jim and sedavati, A lovely friendly couple couldnt have wished for better hosts. The food was outstanding and i learnt a lot while with them. The scenary is breathtaking, so much so that i shall be joining them again :) see you both soon Asa

Amazing place, no tourists, if u want to live the real Fijian experience that\'s your place!! gorgeous beach and very friendly people working there. I have been there 2 months, and I left a piece of my heart in Qamea, learning how to fish, cooking and eating from the garden. I will recommend it for whom has gardening and/or building experience in particular and is willing to help...Bula!!

Excellent it was! I (Thijs) went here for just a week, to visit another workawayer. It was really GREAT! The people are the nicest. They actually restored my faith in the goodness of mankind. The pictures don\'t lie, it\'s really beautiful around there. I didn\'t understand a word Italian before i went there, at the end I could almost fully understand what they said and speak a little myself! For those who like animals, delicious food, fun, beautiful sights and/or friendly people; Get in line for a great adventure! Capo, Grazie per il esperienza indimenticabile!

Excelent is not enough to describe how I felt with this visit to Normandy. Alex and Ed treated me like a son, very very well and feeling at home all the time. There is anything I can say I didn't like, because I was very happy with my job, the food, the room, the caring, etc etc. Even their dogs are very affective! Everybody around was very kind as well, the neighbours in the village, Roxane, Eric and of course Pascal. I wouldn't think to come back next time, I just will go. So I recommend this place to enjoy everything that It offers. I hope to come back in the future, and continue helping to finish the house ;) Take care, See you soon!

We have been working at this place for 2 months in Feb/March/April 2012. Joel, the owner, is a very nice and generous person. As there was no place to host a couple on the property, he rented an appartment in the nearby village for us, basic but nice and clean. We took all meals in the hotel (very good food!) and could even take food to our appartment on a day off. Joels staff is very nice, too. All very warm and welcoming people. The work is easy: reception, serving in the restaurant, bar-tending and talking with the guests. As a couple, we offered more capacity than needed. So, we helped out with gardening and maintaining the 2 km hiking trail that belongs to the hotel. That was somewhat harder work. But it was very much fun. We can recommend this place for people that love: - a remote place in the middle of splendid nature. - comunicating in different languages (at least French and English). - to lern Spanish with the local people. You will be forced to, because the staff mostly does not speak any foreign language. Have fun as we had, Andreas

I spent two amazing weeks with Juan and Paz. The place is beautifully situated in the mountains, surrounded by a lot of green, some sheep and horses and natural springs. In the evening I went running and had the best views. The work is very varied. Juan and Paz are very committed to their project and can tell and teach you a lot about their work and about spain. The food was great and the atmosphere was very homey and welcoming. It was a great experience to work with the land and live in such close relationship with nature!

I have had an absolutely wonderful 3 months with Kat, Francesco and Adamo. I can honestly say that I am very sad to leave them, although I know we will see one another again very soon. Kat and Francesco are very easy going, enjoy healthy food, simple living, singing, arts & crafts, meeting new people and being eco-friendly. Most of my time was spent with Adamo, taking him for long walks and playing with him. He is adorable! While I looked after him, I saw him learn to crawl, then take his first few steps, learn alphabet letters A and B …… memories that I will cherish for years :) I also cleaned the house, washed the pots and dishes after meal times, sorted out the rubbish, generally kept floors and other areas tidy and clean.

I had the most amazing three weeks in Sunny Koh Phangan - Thailand! David and Nanda made me feel welcome and part of the Dancing Elephant team from the start. I was able to DJ the warm up parties for the Full Moon and meet some great people at the hostel. In exchange for providing music or updating the website I received a bed in the dorm and 3 meals a day. The food was incredible cooked by the Burmese side of the family, get ready for spicy and exotic food! The hostel has a great party and laid back atmosphere and am planning to return to visit next year! By the end of my stay I felt like one of the family and would recommend this to anyone who can bring a special or unique talent to the hostel!

been contacting the lunds for a last minute work-awaying opportunity. They responded fast. Spent 2 weeks with them, and i was welcome to be part of the family. I got the chance to help them out and are rewarded with the horse ridding lesson from them. :) don't worry if you are not a good cook, since when you leave their place you will definitely increase your cooking skill. Their animals were also human friendly. I recommend those who are willing to work but yet enjoy some fun time to stay with the lund. :D

Hey, I visited Rocio and her family a few times and I can say you\'d gonna have a great time staying with them. I stay as a workawayer with a friend of hers, here in La Manga, so I did not actually stay as a workawayer at her place, but we visited her. The place she lives is beautyful and just a short walk to the nice beach. The kids are well behaved and you shouldn\'t have any trouble with them. Rocio is great help when you\'d like to improve your Spanish, mine is very bad, but she\'s very patient and helps me a lot to improve it. Oh, I forgot to mention the nice food and cakes I had at their place, very yummy :-) So I can recommend them as a host. See you soon :-) Nadia

First off all Oliver really needs your help, you can trust him in 100% his a honest workaway-ers, you can be sure that you will leave his place with new great experience! So DO contact him:D! Staying at Oliver place was truly life experience!!!:D His a honest person with big heart! He bought a hugggee house and his doing all the renovation works mainly by himself, We truly admire him as its a tough job when its only you doing it ! Our help was nothing in compare to what we received :D Oliver showed us around and took us to very far places (like 200km of drive or more) he present us to his friends- lovely people!:) We had soooo much fun and laugh with him! Everyday was so exciting and full of new experiences :)! We worked, explored,cooked, snowfight, cleared the 2m snow from driveway together :) We are so looking forward to see you in uk :) and in lapland again :)! thank you sooo much for everything you did for us!!!:D biggg hugggg from Marianna & Zoe :)

The family running this lovely camp ground in the middle of the Sierra Mountains are a fun, intelligent and caring family. It was great practicing my Spanish with them and was beautiful living surrounded by mountains (and often clouds). The food was wonderful, I think my next experience in terms of hospitality will be a big let down having started at here. Much love, thank you for everything and it was a pleasure working in the garden :)

Tony and Madeleine are a friendly couple. I spent three months at his side pretty. They are two very welcoming, friendly and polite. The place, Tillac, is very welcoming, often hiking trails each week, the neighbors are very friendly, it was an unforgettable experience.

I had awesome four weeks at Alice\'s ranch! Thank you for the great time!

The Noyces are a lovely family. The two weeks that I stayed with them are spent too quickly. It was pleasant to discover new things and processes thank you for taught to me the stars in the sky, for shown me the highlights, for helped me to improve my english, for your kindness and more...My first experience like workawayer was a success. I don\'t forget to Skype...See you soon....

Wow, what a great stay in Portugal! I only wish we could have been there longer. Mark and Pam are the perfect workaway hosts: helpful and hospitable! We arrived (very late) to find that a tent was already set up for us, and dinner on the table. A list of tasks to be done around the place allowed us to choose the ones best suited to our skills, so we weren't bored, and got a lot accomplished! Grapes and oranges and figs and apples were everywhere, so we stuffed ourselves with it in between work. They wined and dined us, stayed up late talking, so much great conversation. The bread oven on the property produced delicious pizzas, perfect pork roasts, and bread! They will be experts before we know it. They also have a very cute and very sweet dog, who is calm and friendly and plays with the cats. Mark and Pam have a beautiful piece of land, and it is so inspiring to see them make it into a home! We felt truly appreciated, and the work was its own reward. Can't wait to visit again. Kaitlin and Michael

Moabi and Michael are lovely people. They both make you feel immediately at home when you arrive. The work was interesting and fun but we could not do too much during mid-summer because it was so hot! There is a very nice, relaxed atmosphere at Tribodar and everyone is included in decisions of what to do. The tipi makes a comfortable and shaded area to relax during the day and eat etc at night. The caravans are nice and comfortable and have electricity. I will definitely be going back :)

I had a great time with Malcolm and Jennie. They took me in on short notice and really welcomed me into their home. We worked hard, but we also had a lot of fun.

We could not have asked for a better first-time experience as Workaway newbies! Sharon, Dick and Maia immediately made us feel welcome and comfortable in their home; the food and accommodations alone made us feel like we came out on the better end of the deal. The tasks we completed weren't too arduous (floor and wall scrubbing, along with some light lifting) and still allowed for time to explore their lush finca and Ciudad Colon. We especially enjoyed Sharon's hysterical story-telling, Dick's good-natured humor and ever-present smile and Maia's superb horseback riding guide skills. Be ready to work...but if you can follow through on commitments, know how to alphabetize and enjoy lively dialogue with your meals, you'll want to experience Finca Saramandaia!

I was Trudy and Matys first workaway and I had some really nice days staying there. It was a beautiful and quiet mountain with an amazing view. Trudy and Maty was so nice people; funny, friendly, interesting, and Trudy made some great food. Even they was a bit nervous about letting someone they didn\'t knew, into their home, I think it worked out pretty well. I wish you so much luck in the future and with your future workaways.

Thank you. It's good to know that we were helpful. Your family was very friendly and welcoming, you made us feel at home right away. We really enjoyed our stay with you and especially all the cakes and other yummy foods. And we would love to read another story to Henry and Leon.

Paul, Thijs and Hera definately know how to have a good time. They are a lovely bunch of people to work for and create a very layed back and warm atmosphere for their workers. I was very comfortable here and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The work is fair and i always felt looked after. Thank you so much for having me!

With delicious food and cosy accommodation, I stayed with Fran for ten days and had a wonderful time there. I love nature, and Fran gave me this chance to get close to it. I did weeding, nailing, wood-filling, and painting. I learned so much about plant and decorating from Fran and her brother Sean, and some computer skill from her partner Henry. They are so nice and considerate!I wish I could stay longer with Fran, and I would love to be a helper for her again when I get the chance.

This place is the geometry of magic! It’s as close to a sustainable paradise as I’ve come across on my travels. Not it in a superficial sense (not that this place isn’t visually stunning) but in a deep sense—the paradise realized here is an internal one—right under your nose. This place has helped me find a source of cultivation in my life. It is a wonderful place to be creative; the mere act of living becomes an art here. At the center and the surrounding towns of Pettenasco and Orta you will feel in tune with both the past and the future alike; your body and your mind connecting—the greater harmonies of life. It’s staggering the opportunity you will have by being able to work and live here; it’s really more of an education than a job. If fact, it’s such a good stage for nurturing realization and manifesting destiny that some people can’t handle it, they create drama and distract themselves with it—that is the only negative I found. And it’s not unfavorable at all when compared with the truly atrocious things happening in the world. Here at you will be in a constant state of becoming, at least this was my experience and it’s helped me make sense of the chaos and phantasmagoria of the world and my life. There is no hierarchy here, just a community of individuals who appreciate each other. When you work no one will give you orders, this breeds respect. When you eat, you eat only that that comes from nature, and that breeds joy.

Alexia was a great host who has an amazing old house to restore. Skilled workawayers will find they have landed in heaven with such an extensive choice of projects going on. If you are a creative soul you will find a great connection with Alexia who is a fantastic artist herself. I had a great time and will definitely come back to beautiful northern Italy. Thanks Alexia!

I was there working for about a month. A lot of work but also a lot of fun! It was such a great experience to learn about riding and natural horsemanship! Kristina and the rest of the people at the stable are all so warm and welcoming and friendly!

I haven’t really traveled much, mainly around the US, Mexico & Canada; so going to South East Asia was going to be a stretch for me but I am about to leave my first workawayer experience extremely happy! I will miss the Kindy kids & lovely staff very much. I have spent the last 3 weeks here the accommodations have been very comfy and pleasant. Abigail is super sweet and very helpful (she was more than willing to answer every little concern that I had :) I was definitely relieved when meeting her, she has an awesome spirit and have learned a lot from her. Abi is very well traveled and can surely give you advice for your next adventure. The workload isn’t much of a “load” if you enjoy children. All of the kids are beautiful in their own little ways. I was able to experience so much local activities, and was able to go on weekend trips around Borneo & to Derawan Island. The “local” people are very kind and helpful. The rest of the staff was very very kind and welcoming, providing Bahasa Indonesian lessons & bringing us out for local treats. I arrived w/ another volunteer, which made the transition much easier. I will definitely miss everyone here. ☹ to go but ☺ I came!

An amazing place to work. Fantastic staff, beautiful location and interesting guests. Be prepared for the most delicious vegetarian food ever and be prepared to put in some hard work and be rewarded for it. The yoga is so beneficial and I have learnt and developed so much as a person from volunteering here. I will miss you all dearly! Lucy

At the beginning of my trip to Australia I planned to stay two weeks with Wiebke, Todd, Pebbles and the horses, but I had such a great time that I finally stayed for almost two months. They made me feel at home right from the beginning. From my bedroom I had a beautiful view of the landscape. During my stay I made heaps of new experiences. Todd tought me a lot about Natural Horsemanship (he knows a lot about horses!) and work around the house, while Wiebke gave me some advice in cooking for example and showed me how to prepare her yummy dishes! I never got bored because I had different tasks to do every day. What I enjoyed most were the walks with Pebbles and the rides on Missy through the beautiful countryside. In the evenings we often sat together, drinking tea, eating TimTams and talked about different interesting things. On the weekends Wiebke and Todd took me to Toowoomba, to some pubs, to the coast and to a typical Australian cattle farm. They gave me the possibility to experience Australia apart the touristic paths and to learn a lot about this country and its friendly people. I can truly recommend Wiebke and Todd as hosts to everybody who is interested in horses and enjoys being surrounded by nature. I miss you and hope you are doing well!

Wow, what a great vacation. This was our first time with work away and we where SOOOO lucky to stay with France, Anya and Luuk. We really learned so much in these two weeks we will never forget. About goats, gardening, cheese making, working, improvising, everything. We hope we left a good impression and that the windows will be in a nice color a long time :) So in short, we had an amazing time. We were really sad when our two weeks were over. But I hope we will meet again some day. This would be great.

Sorry for the late feedback, but I have been quite busy in the last few weeks. I spent 3 wonderful weeks at Jamie and Suzie’s place and it was definitely my best Workaway experience so far!! Jamie and Suzie are such welcoming hosts, so I felt totally home from the first minute onwards… The work was very interesting and diverse: I had the opportunity to try out a lot of tasks, from scything the grass, watering the plants to helping Suzie in and around the house. Jamie was always keen to explain me more about the plants and some gardening methods which has been very great. So yes, of course it has been work, but I strongly think that Suzie and Jamie offer a very fair working-holiday arrangement for Workawayers and I had plenty of free time to relax and to see the wonderful surrounding! Several picturesque villages are nearby and the landscape is just breathtaking. The cooking of Suzie was just incredible delicious and I still miss her fresh and great dishes quite often… :) Furthermore, we had many wonderful conversations in the evening, while enjoying the meal, a good glass of wine and a beautiful warm night… Their pets Alphonse, Binky and of course my favorite running partner Banjo are just amazing and friendly animals. So all in all, I really loved the time being with Jamie and Suzie and I can recommend it to 100%!! I would furthermore love to see you both again in the future! Best wishes, Rosi

thanks guys so much for havin me and 'charlie' in your home, we had an amazing time and learnt lots, you guys have built a beautiful place and one day we will return!! especially enjoyed staying in the treehouse and cooking together and drinking gengs cocktails... yet again THANKS!

Nele and Andreas are truly wonderful people. Me and my boyfriend stayed with them for 6 weeks just after Mirthe was born and we are already booking flights to return! They both have very open hearts for their guests, who become their friends within no time. Every day we were served with healthy, very tasty meals, often containing ingredients they have grown in the garden or eggs from the chickens! The way of life in their home is really aspiring. There is no television or radio, which is wonderful! Being as eco-friendly as possible is very important to them, as is their guests and their own well-being. Mostly I spend my time with Nele and the children, as well as looking after the household, in a traditional female role! Nele really gave me a lot of freedom with baby Mirthe. I washed her, changed her and rocked her to sleep, so of course I very much bonded with her. It was so lovely to see her grow and develop so much over just a few weeks. Kamille is adorable too, although it was more difficult to bond with her because of the language barrier. I also did a lot of cooking, cleaning and washing too, as well as occasional work in the garden. The great thing was that we really had a lot of freedom in what we wanted to do on that day. Dave really enjoyed working on the house. For him it was a new and interesting challenge; this type of work is not so typical nowadays! It really is a great opportunity to gain these unique skills. He also got stuck into other jobs like fixing the bicycles; whatever skills you have will always be put to good use. If you are hard-working, don’t mind getting your hands dirty and can work independently then this is for you, but do expect a few splinters along the way! We cannot wait to return! We feel that we really have made life-long friends in Nele and Andreas and are so grateful for our time we spent with them.

More than excellent in my opinion :) My stay with Gabi in her house was like 3 weeks in the Workawayers\' heaven with her fantastic meals, 2 days off every week, nice conversations at the table during wonderful dinners... \\"Break times\\" twice a day for another nice chat with the other volunteers, Gabi, I already miss you, Whitley Bay and your hospitality. Guys, there\'s no other place like that! Thank again Gabi!

Well, what can I say.. Dear Steffi, I am going to wright this in English so you get a chance to learn and also that everyone can read and understand what I am about to wright ;)! This host family will make you feel right at home! The 3 lovely daughters will share everything with you, if you let them. Steffi and Volker will make you part of the family if you give them the chance to show how wonderfull they are. I really don\'t have anything bad to say about my 2 months I spent there in Germany. I have learned somethings about myself, about communication and about having sisters for a change.. :)! I want to thank you all again for the lovely oppertunity and to the next workaway I just want to say, enjoy! This family is now like my own.. Only on location :) Viele viele liebe und auf wiedersehen! Bis meine nächste Brief! Liebe grüßen, Enya

Awesome family, very easy-going and friendly. It was like a second home there! Hope to go back soon.

This was my first workaway and I truely had a great experience living and working with Alex. I was given the opportunity to help out with many different aspects of his farm and have learned much about live-stock farming from him (cattles, chickens/chooks, lambs, horses). Still in the developing stages with a lot potential, Alex has big plans for his land. In addition, he has three handsome looking kids . Although I only spent 10 days with the Vardy\'s, it wasn\'t long before I felt like a member of his family. I\'d highly recommend those who like childrens to be part of the experience!

Noelle and Phillip, we miss you and Kerusten! Staying with you meant a lot to us. We learned a lot about roses, improved our French and enjoyed the finest French cuisine. Fine meat, fresh fish, great vegetables and tasty drinks were only some highlights of our time there. Noelle and Phillip were very helpful solving any occuring problem we had and their generousness will be kept in our hearts forever. Hopefully we meet each other again one day.

This was such an amazing first experience for workaway; the family are so warm and lovely that even though it was cold one day their wonderfulness just warmed me back up again! The surrounding area is just so beautiful as well. Thank you so much!

Such a nice experience there between the olive and almond trees in beautiful untouched Catalunya! Thanks again for everything, the olive oil is just amazing :) Good luck on the almacén and say hi to the dogs!

(Sorry for the super late feedback) I stayed with Jackie for a couple of weeks at the beginning of July and I had a really good time cooking for her family, repairing an old bike and looking after a French exchange student. She lives in a beautiful house and she plays some amazing music and if you love music then I defiantly recommend trying to stay here and if I'm passing by I'd love to stay here again.

The two weeks we spent at Brian and Jeanette were simply wonderful. They are such nice people with wonderful stories and delicious food which makes us want to go back! The work was nice, we had different jobs every day, which we discussed during breakfast. Thank you very very much for the time you welcomed us into your home. Also, give Twiggy and Über a big hug!

Loved our timehere. The accomodation is superb, the work is very fair and varied which is nice. Nicky and mick are very helpful with anything you need. The gardens are stunning and we think they are doing a wonderful job! Will definitely be back to visit ( and maybe workaway) in the future.

The Baldwins were GREAT! We loved it there and hope someday to make it back. The family was very welcoming and the food was good too! We couldn\'t have met or stayed with a better family. Go.... Stay with them... They are FANTASTIC!!! (Oh, and make sure you ask for the scones... they are very good)

We spent 2 amazing weeks at Christine&Ian´s place. It was our first workaway experience and we think that now we are spoiled for workaway :) Christine and Ian both are really warm and easy-going people with whom it is just pure fun to work with. We lived and worked in a small village that is situated on top of a small hill and has really beautiful countryside. There was really beautiful countryside to discover on your time-off and our hosts were more than happy to give us a ride to towns and villages close by. Our main tasks were painiting, some things in a garden (f.e cutting grass, weeding etc) and lot of renovation tasks that we really enjoyed. We always felt as a part of their family and had so much fun together. The house is very clean and nicely decorated! All the food was really good - she is just amazing cook!!! We highly recommend this place and would return here 100 %!

Julie was a fantastic host, the whole family were very welcoming and made us feel like part of the family. We got to see the most spectacular views and learnt alot. We had fantastic home grown food and great company every night. Our experience staying here will be very memorable and we will miss it. We would recommend it to anyone! Thank you!!

This was my first workaway experience and I had a wonderful time with the family and other volunteers. I was well fed (perhaps too well fed? haha) and had a very comfortable bed/ place to stay. The work was sometime difficult, but at other times easy, and Belinda always makes sure that everyone is comfortable/well hydrated, etc. I hope to come back and visit and see how the project is coming along!