Workaway Bewertungen und Feedback. - page 106

I had an awesome time with Isabella, Margherita (and of course Olli). Both of them are amazing people – super kind and funny. I stayed for a month and really wish I could have stayed longer. We often had great (and really late) dinners together. The work at the B&B is simple and usually finished at 12, so the rest of the day is free. The view and the area around the house are so beautiful – perfect for walks with Olli. You live in an authentic, old Tuscan house of course, the house is not brand new and a few things show their age, but that is part of its charm and did not stop me from having a wonderful time. Isabella and Margherita also have fantastic travel recommendations for the area. I am traveling with my car, which made it very easy to visit the nearby cities and enjoy them even more with their tips. I truly enjoyed my stay and hope to see you again soon! All the best Fenja

I cycled my down from germany to this place and got randomly picked up in town by a member with the words "You seem like the person who is coming there by bike, you can come with me if you like". So I've been welcomed wholeheartedly even before I actually arrived. I stayed as a Handyman and the work was very diverse, from building a shed, organising the workstorage, building a windowframe to a lot of little projects. At every stage I could work very independent but always had a chance to ask for help or was able to tell if something was "too much for me to handle". Communication was working fine :). Every lunch was cooked by someone from the community and all allergies, diet restrictions, etc. were considered - even I was the only vegan, i always had something to eat. I have been in the community during summer and especially the long-terms were in and out for holiday during this time, but there were enough short terms to connect to and it has never been boring (except you wanted it to be boring ;)). Overall it was a great experience and loved to see how this community works and thrives in it's way. :) Thank you for this expierience and everything I learned along the way :)

Alois was a wonderful host! I felt so welcomed, and in my first few days on the farm without any other Workawayers, perfectly comfortable by myself. I stayed for 2-3 weeks, and was eventually joined by other Workawayers. It was lovely to speak some German and learn more about Austrian culture, the biodiversity project the farm has become, and enjoy the peaceful land there. The work was well explained, and enjoyable - of course some tasks were a bit harder, but Alois did a good job of varying the work. He also had excellent suggestions on what to do with our free time, and clearly had a vested interest in his Workawayers enjoying their stay and having fun! I'll miss our chats and cooking together, and hope I'll get to stop by again someday.

A hearty thank you to Sam and Damien for hosting me. It was a pleasure to support your project and I treasured our time together over lunch each day (still day dreaming of tomatoes and fromage as well). The Pyrenees is a magical part of the world and Sam and Damien will support you and encourage you to get out there and see it. This was my first workaway experience, and I have a feeling it will be tough to beat!

I thank Richard and Shahrzad for taking the time to write such detailed and thoughtful feedback. I truly appreciate their sharing both the positive aspects of their stay and the areas where things could have been better. I'm really glad to hear that they valued the hands-on experience with the straw bale construction and enjoyed working with Tanju. It was a pleasure having them both here, and I was impressed with their hard work and eagerness to learn. I'm also happy that they enjoyed the trips to Magnesia and the drawing class. Thank them especially for their constructive points about communication and expectations. This is very helpful for me. They make an excellent point about the cooking and cleaning expectations. I will definitely update my Workaway profile and discuss these points clearly with future volunteers before they arrive, so everyone knows what to expect from the start. I also appreciate their sharing their perspective on communication. I can be very focused on the project details, and I apologize if my approach sometimes came across as rigid or if my complaints made the environment less enjoyable. It's helpful to hear this, and I will work on being more mindful of how I communicate. Their contribution to the project was significant, and I'm grateful for the time and energy they invested. I highly recommend Richard and Shahrzad to any potential Workaway host who wishes to have very hard working honest volunteers helping them. I told them when they left that they are always welcome to come back and see the progress on the house!

My 2 weeks long stay at Slim's farm in June was definitely one of my best workaway experiences. He communicated very clearly, was flexible with the schedule and we had great chats during breakfast. I had the chance to try various tasks from gardening to content making and painting. Slim always considered my preferences and abilities when deciding on what to work on that day. It was the only place so far where I was asked for ideas and was listened to as well. The whole family was exceptionally lovely, helpful and open-minded. I think of those two weeks with nostalgy, hoping to visit again someday.

Anahi and Augustin have been fantastic! Una coppia bellissima che abbiamo ospitato con vero piacere, è stato proprio bello condividere con loro un mese e accoglierli nella nostra famiglia! Molto volenterosi e capaci nel lavoro, sanno fare di tutto sia fuori che dentro casa, fantastici con i bambini e ai fornelli, sempre pronti ad aiutare e pieni di iniziativa, seri, responsabili ed estremamente amichevoli. Ci è dispiaciuto quando sono andati via, li avremmo tenuti con noi per sempre! :-)

Here, I found what I was looking for in my first Workaway experience: a place to learn about self-sustainability and a healthy lifestyle that respects nature. Angelo and Simona are excellent hosts—always attentive, eager to teach, and curious to learn from other cultures. Their home is nestled in a place that embodies all the beauty and generosity of the Abruzzese countryside, making it highly recommended for anyone seeking inspiration in the heart of Italy. To sum up, I gained a life-improving experience and a beautiful friendship.

Wavy and Max are an adventurous and inspiring couple. They came by bikes from Sweden with a great goal to cycle to India. Crazy!!! :)) The higher purpose of this journey is spreading the idea of food sovereignty and probably much more. It makes them very special and unique with their outreach. Within their stay (one week) they helped us with the chickens, weeding the plants and our children. They played very nicely with them, especially Wavy and our older son were a match! Water balloon battles or sliding the slide – it was a lot of fun! They also spontaneously came with an idea to bake a Swedish cake (Kladdkaka) for our son for his birthday, which was very nice. We have tried another Swedish sweet (Chokladbollar) as well. Those two very young people have a great journey in front of themselves; they are eager to see all the countries and have the will and the power to be part of a change in this world. However sometimes I missed more responsibility regarding the punctuality or saving the water and energy sources… Anyway, it was cool to have them here and we wish them a lot of luck with their biking dream :).

Caroline and Will were an absolute joy to host! From the moment they arrived, they were friendly, respectful, and eager to help with whatever was needed. On top of being hardworking and reliable, they are genuinely kind and considerate people, and it was a real pleasure to have them around. We would welcome them back anytime and highly recommend them to any future hosts. Thank you, Caroline and Will for a lovely experience, we hope to see you again one day!

It was my first Workaway experience, and I was very happy to be welcomed so warmly. My English is not fluent, and I especially need some time when speaking, but Rami and the other Workawayers were very kind. The tasks were simple, and after work, he took us to the lake and prepared the sauna, so I was able to experience Finnish culture. Thank you for a wonderful time. I hope the cabin turns out beautifully.

I spent two wonderful weeks with Laure and her family this July, and it was an experience I’ll always carry with me. She takes exceptional care of her volunteers—organizing inspiring activities in the area, preparing extraordinary meals, and sharing her knowledge of a more harmonious way of living. She also supported me so much with my French, always taking extra time and patience to explain things I didn’t understand. Working alongside her in the garden became more than just work—it turned into a learning experience, as she explained each step with clarity and passion. Even though we sometimes had different points of view, there was always space for honest conversation and meaningful exchange. I felt completely safe, welcomed, and cared for in her home, and I’m deeply grateful for the time we shared.

We’ve just come back from our experience in Australia with Rachel and David, and we couldn’t be more grateful. We spent an incredible month working and sharing moments with them, and they welcomed us into their home as if we were part of the family. From day one, they made us feel comfortable, always making sure we had everything we needed, caring both about the work and our free time. Living together was easy, natural, and very enriching. We learned so much—not only from the work itself, but also from life in the countryside, the language, Australian culture, and a completely different way of living. Thanks to Rachel and David, we discovered beautiful places, tried local foods, and experienced things we never would have on our own. And of course, we can’t forget Dotty and Jazzy, the sweetest dogs who filled our days with fun and cuddles, or the absolute craziness of the alpacas, who made every single day more entertaining. We leave with the feeling that we’ve gained a second family on the other side of the world. We’ll always be thankful to Rachel and David for the kindness, patience, and trust they gave us. Without a doubt, we recommend this experience to anyone considering it: you won’t just find a place to work, but also a home where you’ll feel welcome from the very first minute.

It was such a pleasure to have Lydia with us! She is : - Hard-working - Adaptable - Capable - Intelligent - Strong - Trustworthy She is also a kind and easy-going person. Nothing was too much trouble and she did everything with good grace. This was a wonderful Workaway experience for me, my 80 year old mother and our assortment of pets! The difference Lydia made in just 10 days was significant and I’m extremely grateful to her. While I was away Lydia not only took complete charge of the house, pool and grounds but also looked after my mother and the four ‘furries’. She took extra care of our special needs cat and kept me constantly updated. We all miss Lydia and would love to have her back any time.

It was an amazing experience in Varanasi at Anand’s place. We felt like home with his family. We had home cooked meals out there. We explored city. Enjoyed his music. He is excellent music teacher which is just added cherry on the top.

After being in Thailand for more than two months already, I finally found what I was hoping for the whole time: spending a lot of time with locals, and learning so much about all different kind of things in Thailand. I've only spend 5 full days with Kitti, Khwan, Pei, grandma and Pen, but it made my trip so much richer. From the bottom of my heart a big "Khop Khun Ka" to all of you for taking me into your family in no time, and for all the trips in and around Ayutthaya you've been taking us on. There is always a couple of different projects Kitti and Khwan are working on. So expect to work the 5 hours a day you agreed to because there is always something to do :) Depending on your interests and skills, you can help with building, repairing, with gardening, cleaning, and so on. I helped with some designs in Canva, with the garden (mostly weeding in the very early mornings because after that it's just too hot), with cleaning around the house, with preparing the newly rented hotel for opening and I volunteered in the smoothie stand. There wasn't much planning, a strict structure or schedule, the day developed rather spontaneously and sometimes there have been even mixed messages about what to expect next, but in my opinion, this is part of the experience :) I am highly recommending staying with the family, you will definitely come out richer, you will eat great food and meet a bunch of lovely people!

I had the most wonderful time staying with Akanksha, Sven, and their little daughter Mira. They are such kind and welcoming souls, and from the very first day, we felt at home. In just 10 days, I got to meet so many amazing people and be part of a beautiful community that felt so special. Spending time with Mira was a joy, she’s so adorable, smart, and truly adds a unique energy to the place. The tasks we did were simple yet meaningful, and alongside the work, there were plenty of fun experiences. On our very first day, Akanksha took us to a permaculture party, and throughout the stay, we got to enjoy things like a trip to a beautiful river near Anghiari, attending a medieval festival, and even experiencing a body-painting session by a Colombian artist who was staying there too. I also got to experience what its like to be a part of a Womens circle for the first time and that was such an empowering experience and I really thank Akanksha from the bottom of my heart :)) I personally loved the deep and inspiring conversations I had with Akanksha she’s incredibly sweet, smart, and I learned so much from her, especially about permaculture and sustainable living and just Life in general . The whole atmosphere was so full of warmth, connection, and energy exchange, which made the stay unforgettable. This is truly a special place, perfect for anyone who wants to learn, share, and experience community living. I’m so grateful for the time we shared, and I already miss them and the memories we created together. Thank you so much for such a lovely stay!! keep shining, and God bless.

We stayed with Avi, Margaret and Sveik for a bit more than a week just before our departure from our year-long adventure in New Zealand. They were very helpful from the very beginning, as we had many things to sort out before leaving the country. We enjoyed learning about composting, of which we had basic knowledge before, but learning from Avi and seeing his passion made us more enthusiast! We really appreciated the clear communication, and the dinners that we shared together were wonderful! We are excited to see how the garden project goes on with the next workawayers :)

We stayed with Gemma, Garth, Diggy and Raph for a few weeks just after arriving to New Zealand. They were so helpful while we struggled to find the perfect campervan, to open our bank account, and to make our plans for the whole year. It was a pleasure to help them around the house, as we had diverse tasks inside,as well as in the garden. Oh what a beautiful and cosy home it is, with such a chill and lovely family! It was great to see how they manage everything, sharing the tasks, like role models :) We are grateful that we could get introduced to New Zealand by you! Thanks heaps!

Ruben was another fantastic volunteer. His dedication and sense of responsibility were top-notch, and his relationships with other volunteers were absolutely great. He handled every task we gave him at the farm smoothly and without any issues. I wish him the best of luck on his journey and hope we’ll meet again soon. Best, Burak.