Join our family for a unique cultural experience in Gillen, Australia
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: 28 Apr 2025
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I had a wonderful stay with Maya. I felt as a part of the family from the very beginning and always enjoyed spending time with Maya and her sweet little son. Maya's positive and outgoing personality was infectious and I was happy to help her with anything she needed. I had such a lovely time with Maya and Otis and would recommend them as a host to
… read more anyone looking for a warm hearted and outgoing family in the beautiful outback!
Left by Workawayer (Oriane) for host
I stayed at Maya's place for almost a week, and I could haven't chosen a better place! Maya is an amazing host and make you feel at home straight away. She is always happy to include you in her plans and it's such a cool way to discover the aussie life here and the surroundings. You also have a lot of free time to discover Alice Springs or just
… read more relax at her place.
I was able to spend time with Otis as well, who is really cute and fun!
Thanks Maya for sharing your time and your home with me :)) wish you the best xx
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
I stayed with Maya for a total of 2 weeks and it was fantastic. I mainly did painting and really enjoyed the work. The working hours were super fair. I was very independent in my actions and enjoyed this freedom to explore beautiful Alice Springs. Maya is a very warm-hearted and open person and her son is the cutest child ever. We had great
… read more conversations and I gained some interesting impressions of life in Central Australia. I thank her for this opportunity and hope that we will meet again sometime!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
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I had a wonderful stay with Maya. I felt as a part of the family from the very beginning and always enjoyed spending time with Maya and her sweet little son. Maya's positive and outgoing personality was infectious and I was happy to help her with anything she needed. I had such a lovely time with Maya and Otis and would recommend them as a host to
… read more anyone looking for a warm hearted and outgoing family in the beautiful outback!
Left by Workawayer (Oriane) for host
I stayed at Maya's place for almost a week, and I could haven't chosen a better place! Maya is an amazing host and make you feel at home straight away. She is always happy to include you in her plans and it's such a cool way to discover the aussie life here and the surroundings. You also have a lot of free time to discover Alice Springs or just
… read more relax at her place.
I was able to spend time with Otis as well, who is really cute and fun!
Thanks Maya for sharing your time and your home with me :)) wish you the best xx
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
I stayed with Maya for a total of 2 weeks and it was fantastic. I mainly did painting and really enjoyed the work. The working hours were super fair. I was very independent in my actions and enjoyed this freedom to explore beautiful Alice Springs. Maya is a very warm-hearted and open person and her son is the cutest child ever. We had great
… read more conversations and I gained some interesting impressions of life in Central Australia. I thank her for this opportunity and hope that we will meet again sometime!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
It was such a pleasure to host Irene and Emanuele and I would have them back anytime! They were so kind, respectful, and open. Amazing cooks, fresh bread and cakes. They had no hesitation at any task, super efficient and extremely helpful. I was so amazed at how much they accomplished. They were so beautiful with my son, teaching Italian and
… read more building a wheelbarrow. Enjoy the rest of your travels and welcome back anytime!
We are just so glad to have chosen to visit Alice Springs and had found Maya’s place. Our stay was 2 weeks and we felt like being at home after having travelled for almost one year in different places in Australia.
The accommodation is really comfortable and the working hours fair: we loved to build the shed in the garden and help Maya with her
… read more wonderful veggie garden and declutter the big shed. Otis was a big help! Her lil boy is funny and really independent.
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