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Vom Workawayer (POL) für Host
I've been in Candice house for 3 weeks, helping her mainly in the garden. She is a very active and hardworking woman and she expects you to be honest and take your job seriously. You'll receive not only an amazing food and accommodation in exchange, but also cultural exchange, nice talks about Maori culture and all kinds of recommendations to
… read more discover Rotorua and New Zealand. She let me use her bike and invited me to join her, her sister and Te Uira (her playful dog) in a camping with her motorhome. I only have words of gratitude for her. Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Candice!Vom Host für Workawayer (POL)
Worth his weight in GOLD. My sincere thanks to this hardworking young man. My overall goal was to have my gardens and lawns spic and span (pretty overgrown). Pol worked methodically and productively through all the tasks which I Watsapp'd to him. He was a lovely guest to host and cook for and always with a ready smile. Very respectful and so
… read more willing and able. What a blessing. As I was looking at my living room ceiling and the grime (only 2 days left) I asked him about painting it. He didn't even blink. It was so refreshing to host someone for whom, nothing was too much. After 3 weeks, my home and gardens looked WOW! I like it! I wish Pol all the best.
Vom Workawayer (Sophie) für Host
Staying at Candice's was a great experience. She kept me busy with lots of very manageable gardening and household tasks such as cleaning, weeding, and pruning. Her home is warm and she is very welcoming and friendly. The location is great too for exploring the Redwood forest and geothermal activity. I enjoyed being taken out to Blue Lake and
… read more having a dip in the water on the hotter days!
Vom Workawayer (Robert) für Host
Candice took me in at very short notice and I am very thankful for that as I found myself in Rotorua with no place to stay and she was extremely welcoming and warm and took me around her lovely property to show me what needed doing. I was lucky on the first morning as I did not anticipate the rain coming in so I had to zoom around with the
… read more lawnmower before the rain soaked through but it held off just long enough for me to get it done and Candice was good about that near mess up! I was only there for 4 days but I left wishing I could have stayed longer as I had a great experience. Te Uira is a beautiful dog with a lovely temperament and she absolutely loves playing with her toys and is an excellent tug-of-war player! My main job was weeding the vegetable patch which I found quite therapeutic and peaceful as time went on and Candice was very thankful for the work which was appreciated. The caravan was a great place to rest at night, especially when it was raining because of the solid cover over the top which was made by a very skilled Workawayer who came a few months before and so you could go to bed with the sound of soft rain. Meals with Candice were always delicious and healthy, noticeably made with fresh ingredients which makes a big difference and we had some great conversations around the dinner table which included lots of interesting topics about New Zealand. I would highly recommend Candice as a host.
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)Vom Host für Workawayer (Robert)
Oh gosh, what it is to have wonderful willing hands. All those jobs building up which overwhelm, suddenly fade away into the distance and life is easy as. Again. A lovely gentle Soul, Rob graced my home with willingness and integrity. Albeit a short stay, we achieved a mountain load of weeding. Ready for the next stage of mulching. Lawns back on
… read more track. And you know what, all done with a beautiful smile. Yep, certainly welcome back anytime.Weitere Bilder
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Matawhaura, my sacred mountain. Come climb with me and meditate in the beauty of Tane Mahuta. Learn the ways of Nature and how to acknowledge and respect Her. Papatuanuku.
View of Lake Rotoiti from my caravan
WakaTapu, sailing on a traditional Maori Waka Hourua, twin hulled cat. Back in 2012, not now.
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Vom Workawayer (POL) für Host
I've been in Candice house for 3 weeks, helping her mainly in the garden. She is a very active and hardworking woman and she expects you to be honest and take your job seriously. You'll receive not only an amazing food and accommodation in exchange, but also cultural exchange, nice talks about Maori culture and all kinds of recommendations to
… read more discover Rotorua and New Zealand. She let me use her bike and invited me to join her, her sister and Te Uira (her playful dog) in a camping with her motorhome. I only have words of gratitude for her. Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Candice!Vom Host für Workawayer (POL)
Worth his weight in GOLD. My sincere thanks to this hardworking young man. My overall goal was to have my gardens and lawns spic and span (pretty overgrown). Pol worked methodically and productively through all the tasks which I Watsapp'd to him. He was a lovely guest to host and cook for and always with a ready smile. Very respectful and so
… read more willing and able. What a blessing. As I was looking at my living room ceiling and the grime (only 2 days left) I asked him about painting it. He didn't even blink. It was so refreshing to host someone for whom, nothing was too much. After 3 weeks, my home and gardens looked WOW! I like it! I wish Pol all the best.
Vom Workawayer (Sophie) für Host
Staying at Candice's was a great experience. She kept me busy with lots of very manageable gardening and household tasks such as cleaning, weeding, and pruning. Her home is warm and she is very welcoming and friendly. The location is great too for exploring the Redwood forest and geothermal activity. I enjoyed being taken out to Blue Lake and
… read more having a dip in the water on the hotter days!
Vom Workawayer (Robert) für Host
Candice took me in at very short notice and I am very thankful for that as I found myself in Rotorua with no place to stay and she was extremely welcoming and warm and took me around her lovely property to show me what needed doing. I was lucky on the first morning as I did not anticipate the rain coming in so I had to zoom around with the
… read more lawnmower before the rain soaked through but it held off just long enough for me to get it done and Candice was good about that near mess up! I was only there for 4 days but I left wishing I could have stayed longer as I had a great experience. Te Uira is a beautiful dog with a lovely temperament and she absolutely loves playing with her toys and is an excellent tug-of-war player! My main job was weeding the vegetable patch which I found quite therapeutic and peaceful as time went on and Candice was very thankful for the work which was appreciated. The caravan was a great place to rest at night, especially when it was raining because of the solid cover over the top which was made by a very skilled Workawayer who came a few months before and so you could go to bed with the sound of soft rain. Meals with Candice were always delicious and healthy, noticeably made with fresh ingredients which makes a big difference and we had some great conversations around the dinner table which included lots of interesting topics about New Zealand. I would highly recommend Candice as a host.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Robert)
Oh gosh, what it is to have wonderful willing hands. All those jobs building up which overwhelm, suddenly fade away into the distance and life is easy as. Again. A lovely gentle Soul, Rob graced my home with willingness and integrity. Albeit a short stay, we achieved a mountain load of weeding. Ready for the next stage of mulching. Lawns back on
… read more track. And you know what, all done with a beautiful smile. Yep, certainly welcome back anytime.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jimmy)
What a lovely young man Jimmy is. I was not very well organised when he arrived but he used his initiative on many an occasion - and my backyard and front yard are nice and tidy again. What a relief. The best shower cleaner in all my years of hosting. He can come back any day! And very interesting conversations. This young man has his head on his
… read more shoulders. It was wonderful to hear about Northumberland which I now feel very connected to (err, yes my tupuna on my pakeha side come from there). Jimmy was excellent with the dog, who fell head over heels and gave him the best smiles out. Jimmy is comfortable around dogs and nicely disciplined with them. It was good to see Te Uira behaving herself and listening to him. Very much appreciated that effort he put into her. I enjoyed Jimmy's company. Welcome anytime.
Vom Workawayer (Jimmy) für Host
My first Workaway experience and couldn't have asked for more!
Could easily have got off on the wrong foot after I vastly underestimated some hilly mountain bike tracks and arrived late at night but instead I was greeted with Vietnamese food, warmth and a problem solving attitude.
Wide variety of tasks around her beautiful home and garden as
… read more well as venturing further afield to collect fresh spring water.
Whakarewawera forest is right on the doorstep and full of breathtaking scenery!
Candice really went above and beyond to educate me about local history and mythology, take me to restaurants, live music and hot pools, introduce me to her family/friends/neighbours and show me an inspiring example of a small community who are environmentally conscious and politically active.
If you still need convincing she also has a gorgeous, good-natured rescue dog called Uira who will happily match the vibe whether that's chilling for endless cuddles or bounding through sulphur fields!
Left with a hongi, a hug and a pounamu necklace which I wear next to a heart filled with treasured memories.
Vom Workawayer (Dania) für Host
I stayed one week with Candice and Te Uira and we worked on camper van projects and the fence. Candice is very knowledgeable and has much information and theories that she can share regarding history, culture and law. I spent the whole week learning and loved it!! The food was delicious and nutritious and I now have a favourite pumpkin recipe to
… read more take home with me!! Te Uira and I took walks and had lots of kisses and snuggles. Should you spend time here, she loves to have her front legs massaged ☺️.
Thank you for a lovely week and teaching me so much!!Vom Host für Workawayer (Dania)
Well we had a lot of laughs. A very talented multi-skilled young woman. Dania was full of surprises. We didn't finish the bamboo privacy screen which she drummed up from excess resources over the neighbour's fence (once we got permission), but what a great idea. Using local resources including the harakeke leaves to bring the bamboo altogether.
… read more Just not sure how to finish it off, but I'm sure the next person who turns up will help out with that one. Wonderful with the dog. I had a small diy project going on in the caravan and I basically just left her to it. She found all the tools without me having to spell it out and what I appreciated was her initiative. Go girl!
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hannah)
What an angel Hannah turned out to be. A warm hearted, lovely young woman who was so willing and always there like a shot when I needed help. She was a delight to host with her quiet and gentle way. Hannah used her initiative and took photos of different tasks as we walked around the property whilst I explained what I needed help with. And then,
… read more pretty much I left her to it.
She was thoughtful and considerate in how she chose to follow through with the various tasks. She ensured everything was completed and all the difficult tasks (for me) were done first. She painted my dining chairs and left a colourful and bright impression. So nice to have her creative touch as well as her finishing touches inside the caravan. Nga mihi aroha.
Vom Workawayer (Hannah) für Host
I stayed with Candice for two weeks, and enjoyed my time to it's fullest.
The help was full of variety and I got to do things like gardening, fixing kitchen cabinets and lots of painting in which I was allowed to be creative.
The area is great, super close to the redwood forest, walkable neighboorhood, close to the thermal springs and just a quick
… read more bikeride into towncentre.
Candice also took me to Waiotapu which was one of my highlights in New Zealand.
Thanks you for having me Candice, it was lovely to meet you.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Esmeralda )
What a pleasure it was to host Esme. Tricky jobs like glueing fabric onto the caravan ceiling proved to be easy as, due to her calmness and attention to detail. All the tricky jobs like undercoating and prepping dining chairs, prepping and undercoating the caravan cupboards and walls were done with initiative and determination. She cooked up an
… read more ever so delicious casserole from my freezer meat - which I can still taste today. Great with my dog and lovely company for me. One of the other things I appreciated was - she never asked what to do about the dishes and kept the sink clean. It's all these things that make a lovely stay - attention to detail. Great conversations!
Vom Workawayer (Esmeralda ) für Host
I spent a week with Candice and Te Uira and it was easily one of the highlights of my New Zealand trip so far! The work was easy and Candice is an incredible host! She immediately made me feel welcome and took me in like I was an old friend. She shared a lot about her life and culture and I definitely learned a lot from her. She also took me to
… read more the hot springs which was an amazing experience and a great way to end my visit. Thank you for everything and hopefully we'll meet again!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Allen)
This guy worked miracles. We ended up building a carport to protect my caravan. One and a half days brainstorming ideas and solutions with Allen's suggestions meant that by the end of his stay – only one week, it was all done. Allen has a gift for working with you, giving great ideas to solve the problem and then making it all work. No stress, no
… read more dramas. My utmost thanks to Allen for his sincerity, focus to detail and fantastic company to boot. He even kickstarted the internal renovation of the caravan with a built in bed and preparations for a new flooring. Honestly, he squeezed in such a lot in such a short time. Nga mihi mahana! Always welcome.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Agnese)
An awesome attitude, a terrific personality and always welcome here. Flowers can now see the light of day. Cobbles are no longer covered in weeds. The lawns are manicured. Even my friends comment on my street-side lawn and its smart appearance. These were kind of all done in her spare time because the big focus during Agnese's stay was
… read more sausage-making. To say the least. And we made a mile of sausages. Delicious recipes were experimented with. It was fun having Agnese stay and she made all the tasks I had on my list disappear like grease-lightning. My dog, Te Uira (lightning) instantly connected to her.
Nothing was a problem for this remarkable young woman. My appreciation for treating my home, as if it was her own home. With high standards.
Vom Workawayer (Agnese) für Host
I stayed with Candice only 10 days but she made sure I had an amazing time, showing me around Rotorua and going to the hot pools or lake. During my stay we had to cut meat and then make sausages out of half a cow, and even if it was my first time doing something like that, I enjoyed it and it was gratifying as the meat and sausages were delicious!
… read more I also had to mow the lawn and weed a little bit, but nothing too hard and after work, there's a lot of time to explore or ride the bike. Candice is a very generous and attentive person and I really recommend staying at her place to discover more about maori culture and have a wonderful time.
Vom Workawayer (Annabel) für Host
I had an amazing stay with Candice and Te Uira (Weeda) her lovely dog. The tasks that Candice set for me were simple and very relaxed. Candice took me to these amazing natural hot springs which was absolutely incredible. I had never experienced anything like that before! Candice is incredibly thoughtful and taught me more about the Māori culture
… read more which has been so interesting! Weeda is the sweetest dog and very affectionate. When I am back in NZ I will definitely stay with Candice and Weeda again! Thank you so much Candice!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Karina) für Host
I only stayed five days with Candice and Myrtle, but would have stayed longer if I'd had more time. I had a lovely time with Candice. She welcomed me with an open heart in her warm home and has a lot of experiences and skills in many different areas. I could learn a lot and she is open to share her wisdom about Maori culture and the Spiritual
… read more Warrior School. I enjoyed the deep conversations along with having fun and loving a lot :)
Work was exciting. We continued renovations in the cabin at her property at the lake and I could practice my craftsmanskills by drilling holes and sorting out wires. After work we went to the hot pools that were close by which was amazing in the cold weather.
Thank you for sharing the wonderful time!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Catherine)
I very much enjoyed Cat's happy outlook on everything. Singing or humming quietly whilst helping me with my odd jobs is just what is needed during these really stifling hot days. Catherine was always enthusiastic and I was grateful for her constant willingness to lend a helping hand. The jobs were fairly straight forward - mowing lawns, weeding
… read more gardens, keeping Myrtle the dog happy, cooking, cleaning windows and my houses. Yep, all done with a smile. Such a treat to have her with me here. Very polite and respectful. Such a welcome way. I wish her the best for her lifetime. Welcome back anytime!!
Vom Workawayer (Catherine) für Host
Candice is a lovely lady! I really enjoyed my stay there, the place is beautiful and her dog is just adorable. She introduced me to Maoris culture and shared her knowledge with me. We cooked together and have some nice time. The lake is absolutely beautiful and there a little beach maybe 5 min drive and a dock really close to the house for a quick
… read more swim! I really loved the time that I spent there. Thank you for everything Candice it was a pleasure to spend some time with you :) see you soon xxDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (David)
David is a hard worker and certainly enjoys his work to the extent that he’ll continue past the allotted hour. He gets stuck in. David has basic building skills and made excellent progress on a building project – demolishing walls and even a roof. He replaced rotten timber and rebuilt new walls. He also helped with the new roof.
Working with a
… read more skilled carpenter would fine tune David’s skills immensely. The structure did require a lot of reinforcing and bracing after he left but he laid the groundwork. He does prefer to make his own decisions but working together is recommended for a better result.
You can leave David to work on his own and he has great inititative. Also a good team leader who took other helpers in hand on this project. He always left everything tidy.
David’s whole focus is on his work. You can’t get a better helper. He is very easy to accommodate and I enjoyed his company immensely.
Vom Workawayer (David) für Host
Candice has a beautiful property near Rotorua. Working there was a supreme joy, so peaceful.
She did well to accommodate food and drink needs and lodging was all I needed it to be. I enjoyed working with her and will stay in touch on a personal level.
She was nice enough to teach me about the Maori people and I was able to attend a few events
… read more with her and her people, very good for my cultural desires.
Thank you!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Julia)
Julia made my life easier. She is considerate, thoughtful and such a delight. Certainly welcome back again. Julia is a hard worker and has great initiative and it was such a lovely surprise when she took the lead after the new helpers arrived.
Completely focussed on the task in hand, she was able to make excellent progress tidying up the
… read more aftermath of a recent demolition and renovation. Planning ahead when she found out I had 2 more helpers arriving meant that all the rubbish was heaped onto the trailer and disposed of in double quick time. De-nailing of the timber ensured I now can recycle for nogs and other internal walls. No waste. She helped clean at my rental where I could leave her completely to the kitchen while I focused on the other rooms.
Very good company and recommend as an excellent helper. Nga mihi mahana!
Vom Workawayer (Julia) für Host
Candice is such a amazig person! I could learn so many things from her, like the Maori Culture. Her family members are also soo lovely! Candice was always patient when I did not understand something and she was always there to explain me things. The work is various. Sometimes you clean her Air Bnb, on the other day you help her building the shack.
… read more So you do not get bored while you are working :)
The location, where she lives is stunning. As I arrived I could not believe that I landed in a paradise. Lake Rotoiti is wonderful and you are welcome to borrow her kayak. She is a very wise person and can tell you so much about life! I have had a big comfortable bed in the caravan and she is an amazing cook!
I am really thankful for the experience by her and I hope that I can come back one day.
If you do not have a car it is really difficult to go to Rotorua, but if you are working hard she will give you a nice ride :)
Thank you Candice for everything <3
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Ariel & Gabriel)
My goodness me! A delightful couple to host. Talk about great teamwork and getting stuck in to see the job finished. One of the first jobs was to reassemble the jet pump on my spa pool which I had pulled out for repairs. Done with no hitches and initiative. No need for my supervision at all. So a dream team for sure. Their profile description is
… read more accurate. They were happy to use their respective skills to assist me on a fundraising project for a charity. In the meantime, if there was any spare time they were always looking for ways to fill it. Very willing and able. And it was so lovely having someone else to cook and such yummy meals. You will make a good choice if you end up hosting these 2 lovely and respectful young adults. Nga mihi mahana!
Vom Workawayer (Ariel & Gabriel) für Host
Kia ora!
We spent 1 week with Candice and had an incredible time, learning so many things with such an inspiring and resourceful host. :)
We helped Candice doing some cleaning at her rental, fixing some bits here and there. We also collaborated to some of the Spiritual Warrior School projects, such as fundraising. It was a delight to discover
… read more the school for our curious souls who desired to learn more about the Maori culture.
We had the chance to evolve so much on our spiritual journeys and I will remember for a long time the conversations we had. We shared really good meals and were lucky enough to meet some of Candice’s lovely friends and family. Candice is also a great cook and very generous of her time. She is up to many projects with all of her heart, which was also an inspiration and a reminder to give generously for what matters to you.
Kia ora Candice for every little things, every little piece of poetry, song and writing, for all of your beautiful energies and all parts of the trust you made us feel.
May our paths meet again xx
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Théophile)
I just had to show Theo what needed to be done and how to do it and he took to it like a duck to water. Definitely willing and helpful. Excellent manners and a lovely positive and cheerful person to have in your space. Most of the jobs were outside like the lawns, gardens and landscaping, painting the deck and the retaining walls. Terrific with
… read more dogs and looked after them when I was away. A very special musician also and wish him well on his next journey.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Clara)
This lovely young lady packs a punch. What a delight to find in one so young - attention to detail. For instance, I had a 6m path to cobble. I only had to explain once how to do it - from start to end, including making the concrete by hand to stop the edges. I left her to it with her workmate and next thing it was finished. Clara was always keen
… read more to begin the next job but only after ensuring the current one was completed. She looked after my dogs and my property whilst I was away and when I returned - immaculate lawns, happy dogs and lovely clean and tidy house. I only wish I had more time to spend working with her myself, that's the only regret. I didn't get that time to know her better. She is everything that she describes in her profile. Welcome back anytime and wish her all the best during her stay in Aotearoa.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Miroslav)
Miro is a breath of fresh air. You could use one word to sum up his stay with me and his help. MAGIC! He built a whole chicken house in like 2 days flat. And it's a masterpiece. Now we all want to be chickens! Working dawn to dusk man! The energy is astounding. Every detail of my tiny cabin renovation was addressed. Initiative. Dedication. A
… read more craftsman. Actually he's an artist. He gave more than he got. So welcome back here always! The final transformation of this tiny rotten exterior woodwork into a clean new seamless tidy little cabin - big huge thanks. All the bumps and bruises in the timber were all filled with bog or replaced with new timber he found in my PILE. The chicken house was completely built out of recycled timber and stuff I've had lying around waiting just for the right person. It goes on and on. See what I mean? And talk about laugh! We had such fun.
Vom Workawayer (Miroslav) für Host
It was such a beautiful experience to stay and help Candice to finish restoring tiny house and some other tasks like building a chicken house and so on. From the first moment we met I had a feeling that I am very lucky to meet her. She is such a beautiful soul and make you feel at home and treating you as an old friend. She prepared exellent meals
… read more and in the evenings we (with other workaways) learned a lot about Maori history, traditions and hospitality which was so owerwhelming to me. Some evenings we went to soda springs to enjoy hot bath. The biggerst bonus I received when Candice organised a house warming party and I asked, so shall we disappear for the evening so you can enjoy time with friends and family? "No. Didnt I tell you? You are invited, you are part of a family now." That was such a beautiful surprice. So if you get accepted by this beautiful lady you are in for a treat. Thank you Candice.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Laia & LLuis)
Both Laia and Lluis are gifted in their own areas of exchange. My heartfelt thanks to these two for leaving an indelible mark of beauty on my tiny cabin. Llaia's painting art work is - well I'm speechless! That says it all. Lluis worked unceasingly as a skilled craftsman, resulting in a perfect day bed, night bed. With pull out huge drawers on
… read more wheels which pull out effortlessly. A lovely finish to complete the look and then the final painting (guessing it was Laia) brought it fully into my tiny cabin space. You will be blessed to have this awesome couple grace your home. Dedicated to their craft. And then fun to see some magic glass ball tricks suddenly appear. Nga Mihi Aroha.
Vom Workawayer (Nate) für Host
I had an amazing time with Candice at her Rotoiti place. She treats you amazingly well and is a great person to talk to. I consider her a friend and had some nice conversations like I was with someone I had known for years. The location is beautiful and overlooking the lake which has lovely views. She has two well mannered dogs that are a treat to
… read more be around. The work is fair and Candice is right there working with you.
She completely includes you in her life. I went to the hot springs multiple times, several neighboring towns, local fish and chips night and some good hikes. You meet lots of local characters and feel like part of the community. I went on cultural tour of the area with Candice and her cousin Willie and was even able to visit their Marae. I highly suggest this one. You won’t be disappointed. You’ll learn a lot about real Maori culture and a whole lot more.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Nate)
You definitely want Nate on your Team. He is an incredibly hard worker and works like a tornado. Well we got everything I hoped for done!. True to his word, he works until the job is completed and is dedicated to the end. He is also a lovely gentleman with top manners. He keeps his space clean and tidy as well as the areas we have all been using.
… read more Definitely not shy of any difficult seeming tasks. Completely gets stuck in. He mixed the concrete by hand - unbelievable - in the wheelbarrow. Not many young men would even attempt it. Started my hen house with 4 corner posts fixed. We completed the interior of the tiny 6m x 6m cabin to a high degree - sanding and painting walls and windows and then varnishing the floor. Quite a perfectionist. I enjoyed his company immensely. A real decent bloke. My bestest of wishes to a lovely young man. Nga mihi.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Lavinia)
He taonga. That is – a gem. Lavinia came with both sleeves rolled up. Calm, respectful, confident and a lovely mature young woman. Has plenty of initiative and willingness to help out no matter what the task. Does not require supervision which is really helpful and has such a lovely unflustered manner about her. She is a natural born leader and
… read more takes this role in a very unassuming manner - much to my delight! And what’s more, she’s a better cook than me! The oh so subtle flavours. You would certainly be blessed with Lavinia on your team. I look forward to her return.
Vom Workawayer (Lavinia) für Host
Candice is an amazing and inspiring lady. She welcomed me very warmly and has introduced me to amazing places, a lovely community, a real good time, a true kiwi life and the glory of Rotoiti area. Her project is very nice and it will feel natural to be part of it. I had a workaway planned before going to Candice but it got cancelled at the last
… read more moment and she took me in earlier to make sure I wouldn't be left on the streets. I loved spending time with her, working on the house and going with her at the hot spring in the night. She shares and cares. It's a great experience.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Kevin)
I was very lucky indeed to have Kevin arrive when he did. He was ‘professional’ about everything he applied himself to. I had to move the toilet in my tiny cabin plus get all the new wiring sorted out after stripping the walls and ceiling. Kevin has an eye for detail and he has inititiative. He can think outside the square. He is a lovely human
… read more being with a good heart and was a real pleasure to host. My immense thanks for helping to shift my project along in leaps and bounds.
Vom Workawayer (Kevin) für Host
I stayed 1 week with Candice, it's very good experience because we share a very good moment, meal and hot pool together ! I'm really enjoy my time here and learn a lot about Maori Culture. Thank you !
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Vom Workawayer (Leonard) für Host
I stayed for almost two weeks with Candice and her dogs and it was a delightful experience. Candice is a very strong DIY woman who taught me a lot - both physically and spiritually. The scenic view on the lake from her property is very beautiful and calming, although there is the main road nearby which tends to be loud during the days.
Candice
… read more left me with gardening tasks and would explain something to me whenever necessary. I didn't feel micromanaged at all, which I highly appreciated. The food she provided was plenty and delicous.
All in all a really great experience for me. I felt loved and appreciated.
Thank you Candice!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Sierra) für Host
I came to Candice's with my friend Anna, and as soon as we pulled up the driveway we knew everything was going to be ok. My stay with Candice was magical; filled with beautiful lake swims, inspiring and healing conversation, breathtaking views, and two of the best dogs that you could imagine. Candice is so willing to share her knowledge and
… read more culture, and I was incredibly fortunate to be welcomed and immersed in the community of Rotoiti during my stay. She is bubbly and giggly and kind, as well as quite knowledgeable, dedicated, patient, and a good leader. She is a real go-getter, and inspired me in many ways. Her cousin Willie is also an incredibly kind person, and took Anna and I on many outings, of which I am beyond grateful for. The trailer is super cozy and well equipped, and both Anna and I had lots of fun cooking in the little kitchen. The work hours are well understood, and Candice clearly outlines the tasks that need doing.
I feel immensely lucky to have stayed with Candice for 12 days. It was much more than I ever could have asked for. I learned a great deal, and it is an experience that I will remember forever. I absolutely cannot wait to see you again Candice! Whether in this life or the next (hopefully sooner rather than later). Thank you for everything.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Sierra)
A delightful, mature, hardworking young woman. All the superlatives. Full of good karma. Constantly positive and cheerful. What more could you wish for in a helper? Did more than was asked and always thankful for everything. Jobs included belt sanding external walls and windows. All sorts of stuff to do with renovating an old cabin. At the end of
… read more the day, I constantly found her in the kitchen getting dinner ready. My heartfelt thanks.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nicola)
Nico is fantastic on the weedeater and is a natural born scrub cutter. Gets right into the nitty gritty in 5 minutes flat. A very likeable and helpful young man.
Vom Workawayer (Arthur) für Host
I stayed about two weeks at the end of October with Candice and it was an amazing experience. The place in Rotoiti has a relaxing retreat vibe, got to see the villa in Rotorua which is a comfy holiday home. She could teach me a lot of things on a wide range of topic, from the spiritual ones to the practical ones, on Rotorua, on the Maori culture.
… read more She introduced me to her cousin marae in Rotoiti, and I was blessed to spend Christmas in her family marae, I can safely say that her family is a strong and wonderful one. The work was fair and the food generous, I wish I could have helped more with the renovation work. Thank youDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Magalie)
She booked in a few months early and sadly didn't turn up and gave no notice. It's disappointing when you stack the fridge up and so forth. I can only hope that everything is safe in her quarter.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Megan)
Megan knows how to pull her weight! Don't be fooled by her tiny frame albeit pretty tall. She's pretty tough and gets stuck into everything that needs to be done. If you're pretty busy like me, then here's someone with great initiative who you don't have to supervise. Very much enjoyed this young lady's company and her Ka Pai help.
Vom Workawayer (Megan) für Host
Very good workaway experience with Candice! I stayed with her for 5 days and she was very accommodating while arranging my stay. I was at Rotoiti and the stars are incredible!
The only thing that could have been better is quicker implementation of the electric blankets (we didn't have them the first night and it was freezing!). Also affecting my
… read more review is the other workawayer I was staying with was unhappy for their own reasons and this affected my stay.
Candice is a very kind and incredibly generous person. Very knowledgeable and shared this with a bit of encouragement!
The food Candice provides is delicious and real good for you.
Thank you for a great first workaway!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Leila)
Leisa and Bronte came together. And what a lovely team they made. I could completely relax and get on with stuff I had to and just leave them to it. We had a huge skip bin to fill and 2 cabins full of rubbish. Their tools were the crow bar, hammers, cold chisel and anything else we could find to pull all the internal walls off. So they gutted both
… read more buildings for me and cleaned up the mess consistently afterwards and during. I was so impressed. They came with a gentle nature and a lovely attitude and remained willing and enjoyable company throughout. Nga Mihi Mahana Ki a raua.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Mads)
Mads had a lot to share about his home country Denmark, which was very interesting. Some of the tasks he did included washing down 2 caravans which were half pai although probably closer to a quarter pai. Working in the garden weeding out scrub also proved a challenge for this young man. The bonus for him was that he had brought his own gardening
… read more gloves. Moving a stack of firewood from an outside pile into the woodshed is going to quickly expend your daily quota of hours by taking one piece of wood at a time whilst stopping to stare into space in between with your headphones on. However his army training quickly swung into action when this was discovered and he managed to speed up a little. All in all a cheerful young lad who's got a whole world of life to learn. Reciprocity is a good starter.
Vom Workawayer (Gerald & Tanja) für Host
We had our first Workaway experience with Candice and stayed at her places for one week. We expected a lot and received even more. The jobs we had to do were simple gardening tasks, painting a garage or household duties. Candice provided delicious food for us and sometimes we cooked for all of us or we cooked together. The time with Candice in
… read more Rotorua and Rotoiti was rewarding – we learned a lot from her and got insights in the history and traditions of the Maori culture. Together with Candice, we visited a Wharenui and met family members. Candice showed us some hot springs and we had a great time together. Her lovely dogs Myrtle and Maru are very well-behaved dogs and it was great fun taking them for a walk in the Redwood forest. Altogether, we had a great week and would definitely come back for a longer time if we travel to New Zealand another time. Thank you for your hospitality!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Harmeet) für Host
Thanks for having me for the week Candice! Rotorua and the surrounding area is beautiful once you get over the smell! :grinning:
Candice was very welcoming and I felt very comfortable in her home, we had the opportunity to learn a lot about Maori traditions and culture and this was amazing to hear about. It's a shame it was a slightly colder part
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Fatima)
It was a pleasure to host this lovely young lady. Despite her size, she's incredibly strong and was an immense help with moving large bits of furniture into storage. A great team worker and really lovely to work with. Fatima has initiative and one of the best listening skills I have ever come across. That is, I only needed to explain once and then
… read more I could completely leave the job in her hands. Such a bonus. She has a lovely touch with the paint brush to the extent that I was happy for her to do the final coats on all of my inside doors. Pretty perfect. Nga mihi mahana ki a koe Fatima.
Vom Workawayer (Jack ) für Host
My experience with Candice was refreshing. She welcomed me into her home with open arms and it was a privilege to help out. The jobs were pretty simple and she caters to everyone's ability - striking the balance between jobs that need done and jobs that you can really learn from. I'll never forget my experience at the Maori Spiritual Warrior
… read more School, which Candice invited me along to. Pick her brains - she's a sage!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Jack )
Definitely on a winner here if Jack is in your space. A great team leader (of 2 anyway) and takes the initiative. Only have to explain once what is required and then I can go back to my paperwork and my knitting. Seriously, Jack just takes everything on board and does the job efficiently and quickly. We had a lot of moving furniture and placement
… read more within the house to complete and then furniture to be moved from the basement and storage out to my new container. Lovely manners and a pleasure to host. Welcome back always.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nicasio)
Tena koe Nicasio, My sincere thanks to this young man for his initiative and terrific help. Everything was done with a willing attitude which made my projects flow better. Nica was always there to help in an instant. Nica has a lovely nature, quite special. Although he was concerned about the level of his English, it improved so quickly in the few
… read more days he was with me and it was never a barrier anyway. He has initiative. Nica is an artist and I am grateful for his design of my new logo. Wishing you the best Chico!!
Vom Workawayer (Nicasio) für Host
Tuve la suerte de poder ayudar a Candice. Trabaje a cambio de estadia y comida pero la verdad que Candice me dio mucho mas que eso, me ayudo un monton con mi proyecto de viaje y estoy muy agradecido por ello. Fue muy paciente con mi poco Ingles, incluso me enseño a soltar bastante mi habla. Su casa es muy bonita y organizada, me cocino muy buena
… read more comida y la verdad que todo impecable.
I was lucky to be able to help Candice. I work in exchange for stay and food but Candice gave me much more than that, she helped me a lot with my travel project and I am very grateful for it. He was very patient with my little English, she taught me to flow my English a lot. His house is very nice and organized, she cook very good food and the truth that everything impeccable.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (TIPHAINE33)
Tiphaine was a pleasure to host. Fantastic in the kitchen and completely took full responsibility for her job which took the pressure right off me! Initiative and brains - what a girl! Welcome back anytime and highly recommend to other hosts.
Vom Workawayer (TIPHAINE33) für Host
I stayed only one week with Candice but it was enough to feel like in a family home. I enjoyed learning a little bit about beekeeping, having a chance to discover the Maori Culture, sharing good meals. Work is never boring, the most important thing for Candice is to make you feel good and confy.
Thank you for your generosity, your good mood and
… read more your house so warm (even without heater !).Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Sustainable off-grid living in a yurt in the Catlins, New Zealand
Painting, gardening and small building projects on our property in the beautiful Maraetotara Valley, New Zealand
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