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Greece
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about 28 minutes ago
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Blog post:
Travel photography - "Andean fireplace" (Chugchilán, Ecuador)
about 1 month ago
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I love being in nature, walking dogs, playing board games and learning languages
Marjolijn is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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Ireland
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about 13 minutes ago
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Hello, I'm Lucy! I am 19 years old and i LOVE to explore the world. I did my A-levels last year and since I'm not sure what to study, I've decided to take some time off and travel for a while. I love working with children (any age) or animals (especially horses). I am an open minded person who is looking forward to experience all kinds of cultures and also in improving my english skills. I love playing board games and drawing/ painting (kinda all kinds of creative stuff), going second hand shopping when i have time and i am not afraid to help with any tasks in the house or on a farm. Looking forward to meeting you xx
Lucy is looking for a travel buddy
about 50 minutes ago
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Spain
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about 30 minutes ago
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Boat work
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about 2 days ago
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Going to the nature , camping , hiking, vanlife,fishing,gardening , talking and sharing stories, watching movies and series, cooking together , playing with animals i love them
Mostafa is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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RaveForesta Festival
New event hosted by members of our community
about 8 days ago
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I am currently in Madrid, Spain. Hoping to start exploring Europe over the next few months.
Desiree Lara is looking to meet other workawayers
about 4 hours ago

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Every profile reviewed

Our team manually verifies every new Workawayer and host profile before they are listed on the site.

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We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

24 hour support

Our 24/7 email support team is here to answer your questions and offer advice to help resolve any issues.

ID verification

Members can securely verify their identity via official ID to inspire trust and promote safety.

Community feedback

Our team reviews every feedback to help us stay informed and take action when appropriate.

Child protection

Projects that involve children are required to establish and comply with child protection guidelines.

Workaway Giving Back

We’re on a mission to make a positive impact through our travels!

Fighting climate change

Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

Fighting climate change

Our mission

Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

Our mission

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We believe empowering communities at a local level is one of the most impactful ways to help them build self-sustainable livelihoods.

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48 months
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