Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Daniel is such a good cook! Makes the best meals. Always happy and full of energy.

I couldn't be more grateful to Bjarni. He is an incredibly generous person and made this experience unforgettable. His love of books and Icelandic culture is inspiring, his knowledge is remarkable, and above all, he was always kind, helpful, and did everything he could to make us feel at home. Personally, I was deeply touched by this experience, and I haven't been quite the same since. It was a meaningful and transformative time for me. The other Workawayers were wonderful as well, and sharing this journey with them made it even more special. Takk fyrir Bjarni.

Anina and Kevin were extremely helpful, took initiatives and became part of the team almost immediately. Polite, generous and hardworking they are the perfect guests for any host. Thank you for everything!

Roos and Alwin stayed with me at the ranch for a week, and honestly… they were amazing. From the very first day, they blended in effortlessly and helped wherever they could, always with a calm, positive and respectful attitude. They supported me with a wide range of tasks: painting and building projects, cleaning up after the horses, weeding and general land maintenance, cleaning and organising and jumping in wherever help was needed. What I appreciated most is that they don’t wait to be told what to do — they see what needs to be done and simply do it. They work independently just as well as together, and everything they touch is done with care and attention. Roos brings a very gentle, thoughtful and warm energy, combined with a strong work ethic. Alwin is calm, reliable and practical, and together they form a really balanced, grounded team. Communication was easy, clear and open, and having them around felt light, respectful and harmonious. On top of all that, they are just genuinely lovely people to have around: kind, trustworthy, considerate and easy-going. I felt completely comfortable leaving things in their hands. I truly loved having them here and would welcome them back anytime without hesitation. Any host would be lucky to have Roos and Alwin! I can recommend them 100% from the heart.

Oskar est un charmant jeune homme très respectueux, qui s'est très bien occupé de notre fille de 10 aussi bien pour travailler que pour jouer avec elle.

Living nearby, I came to help at Sabine's place punctually, and I can only recommend! Sabine and her family are wonderfully kind people :) Already on my short stay there I started to learn a new skill, the place is peaceful and I ate delicious things :))

Jill è stata una presenza positiva nella nostra casa. Durante il suo soggiorno si è presa cura dei nostri cani con grande affetto e attenzione, dedicandosi alle passeggiate e al loro benessere quotidiano. In casa è stata molto ordinata, rispettosa degli spazi comuni e sempre pronta ad aiutare quando ce n'era bisogno. Si è mostrata disponibile, collaborativa e gentile durante tutta l'esperienza. Ha apprezzato la nostra zona, i mercati locali e i luoghi che le abbiamo consigliato di visitare, mostrando curiosità e interesse per il territorio. Inoltre, ci ha preparato un'ottima cena che abbiamo molto gradito. È stata sempre molto gentile con i nostri bambini e ha contribuito a creare un'atmosfera serena e piacevole in famiglia. Nel complesso ci siamo trovati bene con lei e la consigliamo come ospite e come aiuto in casa e con gli animali.

Marzia and Tomasso were an absolute dream team. They followed directions exceptionally well while also bringing their own valuable ideas and creativity to the project. They adapted easily to changes, showed great initiative, and were always resourceful when faced with challenges. One of their biggest contributions was organizing my entire Google Drive, creating order and structure that will continue to benefit the project long after their stay. They treated the property with care and respect, as if it were their own home, and they were genuinely kind, pleasant people to have around. I asked them to create social media content, and they delivered exactly what I was looking for—and much more. They took their responsibilities seriously, maintained excellent communication, and regularly reported on their progress so I could easily follow what was being accomplished. I would not hesitate to host them again. Any host would be lucky to have Marzia and Tomasso as volunteers. Highly recommended.

I appreciate this recommendation very much.

I had an amazing experience staying with this family for two weeks through Workaway. From the first day, they made me feel very welcome and comfortable. Lenka is a kind and inspiring person, and I really enjoyed learning about her natural garden and daily life. The work in the garden was enjoyable and rewarding, and I appreciated the opportunity to learn new things, especially about plants and sustainability. Zuzka and Michael are also very friendly and respectful. It was a pleasure spending time with them and sharing conversations about culture and daily life. The place is peaceful, surrounded by beautiful nature, perfect for relaxing and reconnecting. I also loved the activities like walking and enjoying the countryside. Overall, it was a great cultural exchange experience. I highly recommend this family to any Workawayer looking for a meaningful and friendly stay. Thank you again for everything!

It was a real pleasure to host Sarah in the Valley, she showed a real enthusiasm for the natural environment and all its wonders and our interactions always left me smiling. We shared some really deep and insightful conversations and I took inspiration from what she shared. I trusted Sarah with some important tasks and projects to attend to and she showed great commitment and attitude. I was also very pleased to receive professional photo's of the land, Sarah being a keen photographer. Thanks again Sarah and you're welcome to return anytime!

Thank you so much for everything. It was incredible to host you!!?

It was so wonderful to host you :)

Jakub and Ewa hosted and worked with us in our home and garden. They are very hardworking, diligent people, and eager to learn new tasks. They were also open to spending time together and are musically talented, which made my time enjoyable. They prepared delicious meals several times and took care of our dog. We would gladly invite this couple back if they are in the area. Thank you, Ewa and Jakub, for your contribution to our project, and we send you our warmest regards.

Nelli integrated into our team immediately and showed remarkable initiative from the very beginning. She partnered with another volunteer and independently conducted individual English lessons, demonstrating both confidence and responsibility. She was highly proactive, creative, and enthusiastic in her work. Nelli is deeply passionate about environmental protection and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others, especially children. Despite her extensive knowledge, she remained humble, approachable, and always willing to educate and inspire. The children greatly enjoyed spending time with her and responded very positively to her lessons and activities. Nelli made a meaningful contribution to our school, and we are grateful for her dedication and positive energy and we would be happy to welcome her back any time.

Thank you so much for everything! My stay in Finsterwalde was peaceful and comfortable. Vicky's family makes you feel welcome and makes sure you feel at home. They enjoy sharing daily meals, and if you'd like to try local cuisine, they can certainly offer you their specialty: Hackepeterbrötchen- meat balls. The chores are easy, such as walking Bubba-the dog, helping with household tasks (cooking, cleaning, and gardening), and spending quality time with Klaus—having good conversations and playing Mensch ärgere Dich nicht. If you want to practice your German and are looking for a quiet place with a local German family, this is the perfect spot. Danke schön für alles :) Vllt sehen wir uns wieder!

My stay in Keelungworkation was very interesting and constructive, as the tasks are generally varied. If you're interested in marketing, tourism, and local culture, it's an ideal place to have a great time. Furthermore, the online system that they use to notify and organize daily tasks is very useful, as it has clear instructions for carrying out the different tasks for the volunteers. On the other hand, Keelung is a unique place where you can enjoy local food, hiking trails, and unique landscape near the sea. Finally, the host, Mila, is friendly and attentive. She responds quickly to any questions you may have and guides you clearly through the daily tasks. Thank you so much for everything! See you next time!

Priscilla is a very bright and positive soul, whose energy was very welcome and appreciated in the space. She is generous, hard working, respectful, and also quite experienced and has a lot of useful skills to contribute.

Nico has always been attentive and present in his work, some times working more than necessary. He is a very cheerful person, and his presence has brightened up the whole house. An intelligent and dynamic young man, he has befriended my son and daughter , going out with them several times. Having the same age probably helped, but his kind nature made all the difference.

This was one of the more fun Workaways I have done. It just feels like being in a summer camp! The kids are definitely the highlight. They are so switched on and eager to talk to you (to practice English or just find out more about your country). They take a day or two to shake off the shyness but after that they’ll all want to be your friend and make you friendship bracelets and play with you. The work: The main thing for you to do is just to speak English to the kids. You will do around 1.5 hours of English classes every morning and then just talk with kids when you see them around or in club. The classes themselves aren’t really structured. They’ll have words/areas they are focusing on but half the time it ends up being about you. It can be helpful if you have any games (particularly from your country) you can play with them. After, you can join heaps of different clubs which is really fun. You do “work” everyday, but it’s no exactly much work. Free time: you have heaps of down time when the kids are resting or busy doing activities so if you have a book or something to keep you entertained that would be good. You can go on trips hiking or whatever (nearby) but only on weekends so keep that in mind. We would go down to the lake or use the pools so it’s not like we were bored. (Plus it’s prime nap time). The surroundings are beautiful and it’s nice to just go out for a walk. Overall I had a great time. The other volunteers were super fun and Abbos was always willing to help out when we needed it.