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Hello everybody!
I am Thomas, welcome on my Workaway Profile.
I try to give you here a first impression of what you can expect at my place on São Miguel. Please take the time to read it before you message me.
Short summary:
- Accommodation for
- 3h/day, 5 days/week of work
For long term volunteers, special arrangements can be made (like meals, privat room, own schedule..)
When you contact me, please mention:
- for what timeframe/dates you want to join and
- why you think you would be a good fit
If I have the space and also think you would be a good fit, you will get a bunch more information :)
How you can increase your chances to be accepted:
- write a personal message and send not just a template
- dont copy your profile into the message, it doesn't have to be long
- be flexible with your dates, as longer as better
- be vegan / open to :)
- be aware you can reach the Island only by plane (or a private boat).
Cheers
Thomas
PS I keep my availability up to date:
- green: I have at least one more place free, but maybe not for the whole month.
- yellow: I do not plan that much in advance, or have only some days available.
- red: I have no availability at all.
- for special qualification I almost ever have a place :)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Movies & TV
LGBTQ
Plant care
Books
Animals
Sailing / Boating
Mountain
Dancing
Outdoor activities
Fitness
Politics / Social justice
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Pets
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Hiking
Team sports
Nature
Adventure sports
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As I am aren't a local (I am from south-west Germany), I can't offer you a Portuguese, cultural exchange by my self . But there will be most likely other Volunteers, friends, visitors or even family around from all over the world, to get a width cultural exchange anyway, at least during summer.
About learning, it depends a lot, how long you will stay and how fast you learn. If you stay longer, there a for sure quit some opportunities.
About socializing:
In average I host 4 Volunteers at the same time, but often I have also friends, family and guest around with you can hung up, share a car etc. Beside of that, I am are kind of busy with my own life, but also happy to spent some time with you, by sharing a dinner, play volleyball, chess or cards together ;) In total there is space for up to 15 ppl.
Help
The work differs a lot between the high season (May - September) and the rainy season (October - April). In the summer I host up to 4 volunteers at the same time, in the winter usually less. Both has its advantages and disadvantages, like nice weather in the summer, but also lots of tourist and very expensive car rentals.
Things to be done (please be aware, that this are only examples, and not a list you can pick what you like to do):
- digging, carrying soil
- planting trees
- help in the garden (weeding, watering..)
- cleaning
- building stuff with stones/concrete, plastering, painting walls..
- cutting grass
- work with wood (eg sanding, painting..)
I also looking for an artist with experience in big murales (better in summer).
I recommend to bring your own working gloves and proper boots. Please be aware, that you can get very dirty and that you have to work sometimes outside, even when it rains, "storms" or when it is very hot and sunny.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I have to learn Portuguese, I can help with german and english
Accommodation
Sleeping:
- it's very likely that you have to share a room with other volunteers/guest (3 or4 beds in one room). But for long-term volunteers or during winter, special arrangements can be made, like a privat room.
Bathroom:
- hot water, mirrors, lockable...
- one in the guesthouse, one in the apartment, two in the mainhouse
(please keep it also clean by your self and save hot water)
Kitchen:
- there are two ready to use kitchens, one in the guesthouse and one in main house.
- please: no animal products (only vegan)!*
- please keep also the kitchens clean, nobody wants to feel like your mother ;)
- all meals and consumables you have to organize by your self (it's not included, thats why only 3h of work and not 5h)
- the tap water is good and drinkable
- If you smoke, please only outside, no smoking inside, also not "at a open windows" in your room. And always collect your cigarette butts! If it rains, you can also smoke in the greenhouse.
*This place does not allow any food or beverages that contain animal products
- including any dairy product, eggs, honey, meat, fish... This will be strictly upheld and your understanding and compliance is much appreciated. I hope to dazzle open-minded volunteers with a surprisingly wonderful vegan experience.
What else ...
I am open to any kind of personality, as long you are really motivated to get things done and you can consider yourself as a clean & tidy person with some life-experience (in best case 25+).
In your off-time you can do:
* If you are mobile by your own, you can do for sure more things but there is also good public transport...
- hang up at the beach, public pool (20min walk)
- explore the town or make a day trip to Ponta Delgada
- use the indoor slackline and boulder wall
- play dart
- play table tennis or basketball
- explore the surroundings / go hiking
- do yoga, meditate, read, relax in a hammock
- go swimming
- do board or card games
- visit waterfalls or hot springs
- ...
The closest village is Povoação ~ 15 min to walk, where you can find everything you need. But the closest shopping or bar is just ~5min to walk.
BE AWARE: I can't offer a daily shuttle service (:
The best way to get here from the airport is to take a shuttle (10min) or walk (40min) to Ponta Delgada, from where you can take a bus (2h) until "Povoação". Or if you can afford it, take a rental car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
there is a good fiber optic connection and wifi everywhere and some quiet workspace is also no problem
Space for parking camper vans
I have the space, but shipping a vehicle to the islands is expensive and takes some days
Can possibly accept pets
yes, happy to welcome other pets (no worry, they don't have to be vegan).
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (44)
He has not much experience with practical work, but is a fast learner and underestimate his own… read more
When it comes to work, she is ready on time and motivated. However, when she is working her thoughts are somewhere else and you need some patience with her. I had the impression she takes suggestions for… read more
I think the profile plus the FAQ document gives you a really good impression of the workaway place before arrival.
Thomas communication before arrival and during my stay was fast, clear and honest.
All workawayers stay in the guest house which is really nice and… read more
For the first two weeks, we did digging, and after that, we switched to planting cucumbers and zucchini, and cutting grass. The work was physically demanding, but we enjoyed it as a refreshing morning workout for three hours.
Thomas is a very good and friendly host; we enjoyed… read more
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He has not much experience with practical work, but is a fast learner and underestimate his own… read more
When it comes to work, she is ready on time and motivated. However, when she is working her thoughts are somewhere else and you need some patience with her. I had the impression she takes suggestions for… read more
I think the profile plus the FAQ document gives you a really good impression of the workaway place before arrival.
Thomas communication before arrival and during my stay was fast, clear and honest.
All workawayers stay in the guest house which is really nice and… read more
For the first two weeks, we did digging, and after that, we switched to planting cucumbers and zucchini, and cutting grass. The work was physically demanding, but we enjoyed it as a refreshing morning workout for three hours.
Thomas is a very good and friendly host; we enjoyed… read more
The work was simple but unfortunately always the same. Digging. Nevertheless, we had a lot of fun;)
Thomas was a good host but we had less contact during the stay with him and also the communication before my stay was a bit short.
In summary, everything went well and I had 3 lovely… read more
I recently had the pleasure of completing a Workaway stay with my friend Dario at Sabrina and Thomas' place, and it was a fantastic experience. We couldn't have asked for better hosts.
Sabrina is incredibly friendly, cheerful, open, and always wears a bright smile. She made us feel… read more
Thank you Thomas for this experience :)
I recommend her!
I got a chance to meet people from many different cultures, which I enjoyed most of all.… read more
I can only say; look somewhere else.
You will spend time with really frustrated people: nothing to share, just complaining about everything and believe me,
is contagious.
That’s why they live segregated.
Communication and Respect are something they… read more
Thankyou for everything! :)
I learnt a lot through the work we did.
Living as a vegan was quite a profound experience (food was delicious).
Working hours were fair & instructions were neat.
The tools were good ! Which isn't always the case in volunteer experiences.
Living quarters were comfy.
Povoação is a cute place although… read more
I highly reccomend him!
Thankyou for your help! :)
I definitely highly recommend him.
Thanks a lot for your help! :)
First of all, I found the place on a really short notice, so big thanks to Thomas for making it work so I could extend my stay on the island! Everything regarding work was very clear, straightforward and organized and even though it was physically demanding I enjoyed it. Honestly, I wanted… read more
She got along very well with the group. I highly recommend her.
Thanks a lot for your help! :)
Thomas is very well organized, the food he prepares is excellent, the venue is amazing. He can also give you a lift to the city centre or offers you his car to go on a roadtrip… read more
Povocao, which is a cutie village, is 20 min walking, but coming back can be hard and keep you in shape!
Thank… read more
Thanks a lot for your help! :)
It was a pleasure to… read more
It was… read more
P.S. They are not as weak as they look, just give them something heavy to do!
Finally, the work is hard but I really enjoyed it! Such an outdoors work out!
Thank you so much guys! And a… read more
The hills are beautiful, you can easily watch the sunset and sunrise every morning,
The toilet and shower were more than good enough, but bare in mind the water is scarce and should try to keep your showers short.
The food was delicious and would recommend it to non… read more
Yes of course the work was quite hard but the food taste so much better after it!!
There were so many kind people and it was just like a big family. I really enjoyed this time. I think it is a great place if you want to learn English or do your first travel experience:)
So don't be afraid… read more
thank you alot for the help, It was a honor to host you.
You are always welcome to join again & wish you all the best!
Thanks for everything thomas
