Help with canoeing in Oliveira do Hospital, Central Portugal

Portugal

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05/03/2020
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2020

Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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This popular canoeing company is based on a small farm in central portugal

Looking for 3/ 4 english speaking helpers to help prepare canoeists for their river adventures and assist with looking after guests on site.

Summer help

The area is rural and offers experiences in nature.

A fun and dynamic environment is offered.
Type of help
Gardening
Help in the house
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The surrounding area is typical of portuguese country living. The river is beautiful and oppertunities for personal canoeing and camping is offered.
Host offers a wage in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
I am seeking to create a team of 3/4 to help prepare and assist in canoeing tours and prepare and care for guests during their stay.

Particularly I am interested in international or european driving license holders
Help includes meeting canoeists at our meeting point and driving them to the river and back again at the end of their journeys.

The majority of our canoeists are english speakers so helpers must be confident to give instructions in english
Languages spoken
english, portugese
Accommodation
The shared accomodation is very comfortable. There is Wifi. A basic kitchen for helpers, shower room and BBQ area are available as well as access to the gardens.
What else ...
A clean driving license would be an advantage. Good physical condition, presentable, and responsible. Good with people
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (78)

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(5.0)

09/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby)

Ruby is an excellent volunteer, intelligent, excellent communication skills and very sociable. She eas a pleasure to host. She helped me improve my recycling system and was motivated in all tasks. She is a great team player and was helpful and considerate toward others. Highly recommended.

(Excellent )

19/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ruby) for host

As my first workaway experience, I could not have chosen a better place. Matt is an excellent host who constantly tries to create a positive, open and accepting environment. I felt so welcome in his home and became comfortable very quickly. I loved the work (if you can call it that!), especially helping at the river and getting to know the… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)

I am really happy that daniela came to volunteer with me. She is highly motivated and always eager to help. She is intelligent and very capable in all situations and tasks

(Excellent )

30/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host

The 3 weeks at Matt's house was wonderful. Matt is a wonderful person, understanding and always there to help you. At Matt's house I worked in the garden and kayak. I liked to spend this time getting to know him, as well as the other volunteers. Thanks for your time together.
All good vibes,
Daniela

(Excellent )

03/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Katie)

Katie is an easy going, motivated and fun volunteer to have. She haa a great sense of humour and a positive approach to all tasks. I would highly recommend her as a volunteer

(Excellent )

02/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Katie) for host

My first workaway experience and what an experience it was!! Matt is open, flexible and relaxed. He truly gets to know you as a person and makes you feel valued which I think is a wonderful skill which not many people have. The work is rewarding and fun (even the gardening!!) and sometimes you do have to work a lot but other times you don't. Matt… read more

(Excellent )

13/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (David)

David is an excepcional helper. Hard working, motivated and he shows excellent ability to relate with others. He is intelligent, well organised and meets any task with a positive attitude. He also has an excellent sense of humour

(Excellent )

04/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (David) for host

After almost 3 weeks at Matt's place I can say I made a new friend. We had lots of interesting conversations and it was always fun to listen to his stories. He is a great host who communicates a lot and who tries his best to make you feel welcome. The work is chilled and consists mostly of work for his canoe company. Sometimes we also worked in… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Megan)

Megan is an excellent volunteer. Highly motivated and organised. Megan assisted not only the overall project but also assisted her volunteer team members. She has excellent comunication and interpersonal skills, people enjoy spending time with Megan. A fun , enthusiastic and intelligent volunteer. If you are looking for a volunteer you should take… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Megan) for host

I spent 3 weeks working with Matt and I left with friends for life and a special place in my heart for Portugal! As my first workaway experience I couldn't have asked for a better host or stay, Matt and the other volunteers made me feel welcome at all times and I felt completely at home in small Portuguese town. I spent my days with customers down… read more

(Excellent )

04/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Valentina)

Valentina is an excellent volunteer. Full of positive energy, highly motivated, fun and mixes and motivates everyone around her. I can not recommend her highly enough. She is an excellent volunteer!!

(Excellent )

26/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Valentina) for host

Matt is the perfect host, he makes this experience the best one you can hope to have! The work is really nice and allows you to spend time on the river, that is a really amazing place to chill and relax, make some gardening at home but matt always makes sure that you also have some time off if you need it.
The atmosphere is really cool and… read more

(Excellent )

02/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host

This was my first workaway position, Matt was a wonderful host and I had a amazing time. I had the opportunity to get to know the Portuguese culture and people, while helping Matt with whatever he needed. I would recommend this experience to anyone.

(Excellent )

12/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Susanne) for host

I spent four wonderful weeks at Matt's place. He's a great host, full of energy, highly motivated to make your stay as pleasant as possible and a great person to discuss random topics with. I mainly helped with preparing the equipment and the kayaks and canoes at the river, picking up customers and giving them instructions, gardening and cleaning.… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

I had the best stay at Matt's place. It was my first workaway and it turned out to be so much more. I had the time of my life with Matt and the other volunteers. I stayed there for almost a month and there wasn't a dull moment. The saddest moments are the ones where other volunteers (who became friends) leave. If you can enjoy nature, deep talks… read more

(Excellent )

04/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ivie) for host

Time flies when you’re having fun. And that is definitely what happened when I spent my time at Matt’s place. I arrived with the following expectations: meeting new people, making new friends, helping with the canos and kayaks and driving through Portuguese villages. All my expectations were right but the actual experience came with so much more.… read more

(Excellent )

04/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Luca Antonio) for host

This was my first workaway experience and I think that I could not be more lucky than this. Matt is an amazing guy always enthusiastic, full of energy and mostly he is able to make you feel comfortable immediately.
Mongedo river area is wonderful for the nature and for the community who lives in.
The fact that makes volunteering for Matt so… read more

(Excellent )

13/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Evelyn)

I am very happy to have hosted Evelyn. She is highly motivated and adaptable to working in new environments. Having had no prior experience of working in this field , she quickly understood all aspects of the work. I only wish she could have stayed longer

(Excellent )

13/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Evelyn) for host

Last summer I have spent two amazing weeks here. I helped with preparing the boats and instructing the people to go kayaking, as well as in the vegetable garden. This was my first workaway experience, and without a doubt my best travel experience thus far! Matt is a great guy who has some great ideas/ life advice in general. I really liked to work… read more

(Excellent )

11/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Samantha) for host

What an amazing experience!

I was lucky enough to find this as a last minute listing. I applied looking for an opportunity to get out of cities and get some fresh air whilst I was on an overseas experience travelling through Europe. I found so much more than the bit of city respite I required.

From interview to arriving I felt a sense of… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Vanessa)

I am very grateful to Vanessa for all her help during the summer. Fun loving, hard working, sociable and intelligent.
I really enjoyed our conversations. She brought a really enthusiasm to the place and the work. As her first placement and among all native english speaking volunteers it was a real challenge and she really rose to it!!!
I would be… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Vanessa) for host

Amazing experience! My first time as a volunteer and Matt was really patient teaching me everything and always checking if I was happy and comfortable with everything. He's been to a lot of cool places and experiences travelling too, so it's always good to talk to him about everything. We all had interesting conversation about the most diverse… read more

(Excellent )

18/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host

What an absolutely amazing experience I had with Matt at his Quinta in the heart of Portugal. The river itself happens to be one of the most serene places I have been in Europe and in my books it is a must see.

Matt is an awesome host, clear in communicating what he expects, supportive with tasks that are new for volunteers and a great… read more

(Excellent )

02/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lidewei)

Without hesitation one of the best volunteers I have ever had!! This young women is highly intelligent, motivated and capable of any task. She is liked be everyone she comes into contact with. Lidewei is so positive and determined in everything she does. Thoughful of others always willing to go the extra distance. I hope she returns one day, I am… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lidewei) for host

I have stayed with Matt for three amazing weeks. And it have been some very interesting and special weeks.

Loads of talking, loads of smiling and learning! Ofcourse we also did some work, as described by the previous workawayers your job is mostly getting guests to and from the river and help with the kayaks. Then there is also the appartement… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)

diana was an excellent volunteer. I loved spending time with her at the river, in the garden and at the house. She is a calming person. Very helpful and with a beautifull smile and attitude to life

(Excellent )

17/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host

The two weeks I spent here has been great, I immediately felt at home and had so much fun.
The work was easy and there was a lot of free time to relax and have good conversations.
The farm and the river are incredibly beautiful and Matt is a great person, always making sure that the volunteers are happy and are having a good time.
Definitely… read more

(Excellent )

15/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host

This is a brilliant, safe, and radically fun place to do WorkAway. Matt is a welcoming host that truly cares about his volunteers.

Expect enlightening conversation and plenty of time on the gorgeous Mondego River!

10 out of 10 -- would recommend!

(Excellent )

26/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Zofia )

I really enjoyed hosting Zofia who is an extremely interesting individual. I learnt a lot from our conversations and enjoyed listening to her point of view and her pizzas. Zofia is an experienced traveller who has sought and experienced some incredible things. Her art projects and work is extraordinary. She is a true individual.
Also a hard worker… read more

(Excellent )

05/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Zofia ) for host

Oh man the two weeks i spent here were truly grand!
Both his house and the river (where you spend alot of time) are gorgeous and very peaceful. Matt is a great guy that will involve you in everything and i immediatley felt comfortable with him. If your willing to have robust conversations and your opinions challenged then this is the place-… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Cansel) for host

I've stayed with Matt 17 perfect days! He was not just my host but also my friend :) He is so cool and enjoyable guy.
He always tried to make us (volunteers) happy. Actually, there was no need his tries, because I was already happy to be there, be with him and his team!

If you are chosen as a volunteer, you can count yourself lucky one. I'll… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Stefan)

Stefan was a great help to me during his time here. he really made a difference in the garden, he is hard working and diligente. In helping with canoe trips he was excellent. He related well to the customers and was able to make them feel confident in his care.
I really enjoyed Stefan being here and would recomend him to any future host

(Excellent )

06/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Stefan) for host

I spend two and a half enjoyable weeks with Matt. We had a lot of interesting discussions while we had dinner together. Matt's barbecue are just great. A nice thing is the variety of the work. Everyday is a little bit differtent. The focus was on driving costumers to the river and get them ready for the kajak trip. During quiter days I worked in… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host

I had a very good experience with Matt in central portugal! I already knew the job so it was easy for me to adapt.
The owner, Matt is a great guy and is really funny and a simple person, it was great to stay with him.
In this place of Portugal there isn't so many things to do without a car so when I was not working I was a bit bored that's why I… read more

(Very good )

24/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)

Alice's profile header read; 'french girl available in august', what i got was a kayak instructor. Alice is extremely fit and motivated with a background in competetive kayak polo. I learnt a lot from her explainations to clientes on paddle technique and kayak use. i am using her examples now!
I cant thank her enough for her help. Alice has a… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vissac)

Agathe came to stay with me for one month and it was an absolute pleasure. We had many, many interesting conversations and lots and lots of fun. Agathe is a very organised and motivated individual who would make a excellent addition to any project or team. Agathe is determined in all she does to attain a level of excellence. She demonstarted this… read more

(Excellent )

20/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

Matt!! What can I say...you made my summer unforgettable! I loved to work for you, I love the river, I love Cleo, I love your place (especially the garden), I love the jeep, all the people I met and I like you a lot my friend! :D

Matt really cares about you and that you are always happy. For Matt you are not a "cheap" worker, it is a real… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

Sarah was an outstanding volunteer. She is hard working and motivated. Sarah is very adaptable to any situation, intelligente and proactive. She works well with others and with customers of any background. Her contribution to the work her was outstanding. I thank her for volunteering with me and wish her luck in the future.

(Excellent )

07/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Costanza)

costanza volunteered with us for two weeks. She was a great help. She was envolved with every aspect of our work at the river and i enjoyed her being part of the team

(Very good )

24/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Dylan)

Dylan was a great help to me during his time here. He is very experienced with all farming equipment and worked hard splitting wood, strimming, tractor driving etc.
I enjoyed learning about his life at home , particularly about the 'bag of cans' tradition from his home. He left a nice bottle of Port wine as a gift to me and his fellow volunteers… read more

(Very good )

23/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dylan) for host

Wow what an excellent workaway experience I had here! Matt is a great guy! So much fun, hardworking a master at the bbq! I really enjoyed my stay and he made that possible for the entireitu. The work was straight forward driving easy and enjoyed the kayaking experience. Matt tells some great stories and was good banter all round. My best workaway… read more

(Excellent )

22/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

An excellent volunteer. I really enjoyed anna s stay with me. Helpful, motivated, intelligent and very capable. I would recomend her to any host. I thank her for choosing to stay with me and she is welcome back any time.

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)

Lena was an excellent help to me during her stay. She was part of a team of 3. She is sociable and hard working. There were a variety of tasks at my place, cutting wood, gardening and helping with canoeing groups. Lena was sociable, inteligente and effective at all types of work. She works well with others and very easy going. I would recommend… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host

I spent 3 weeks at Matts place. About Matt: He is simply amazing, always trying to make you feel confortable and make your time unforgettable. We even got to do a 2 day kayak trip which was a great experience. Throughout our time at Matts place we spent a lot of time together cooking or driving down to the river he also teached us some Aikido and… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Bernadette)

I really enjoyed bernadette staying with me. She is inteligente, highly organised and motivated.I would not hesitate in recommending her. She is an interesting individual to talk to and great company.
She had some excellent ideas which helped in the day to day operations. She was very motivated to assist in all things. I am very happy to have… read more

(Excellent )

22/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Bernadette) for host

I've worked at Matt's place for almost three weeks and it was the first experience with Workaway for me. I think I could not have found a better place. Matt made me immediately feel at home in his amazing house, and I enjoyed my own bedroom and shared the bathroom only with the other workawayer Tereza.
The work consisted exactly in the things… read more

(Excellent )

30/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Aleix O'Sullivan) for host

My stay with Matt was my first work experience, what a great experience.
The team he put together was amazing, I arrived "alone" and left with 4 friends (Matt and 3 volunteers).
The work mainly consisted in Gardening around the house and helping with tourist in the river. It's easy and interesting. Personally I've learnt a lot.
I recommend this… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host

I first got to know Mattwhere I was already a workaway, during the following weeks I started to hang out with him and the rest of the team. Which was amazing, even though I wasn't his volunteer I was invited along to pool parties, meals and trips in to the local town, because Matt is such a nice guy. Matt gave me the opportunity to workaway with… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)

I met Sam the river beach where be was already a volunteer. He helped our team with the clientes as they came in. He became part of our team well before he came to volunteer with me. The late nights helped bring him closer to volunteering with me. Finally an oppertunity came for him to volunteer ...He was excellent help and great company. It would… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Amber ) for host

MATT! what to say! he was a great host and I was able to have a lot of wonderful conversations with him. From day one he is supportive, light, talkative and a great person to be around. He included us in his life, always made sure we were having fun and wanted us to explore the area. What more can you ask for? Dinners were fun and communal and… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Amber )

Amber was great..a highly intelligente person. I learnt a lot..big help and positive attitude

(Excellent )

02/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Alice)

Laura was an excellent help during her stay. Very good with children. She was organised and motivated.she was very popular with the other volunteers and made their stay even more interesting and enjoyable for her being here. I am grate ful to her positive attitude and sense of run

(Excellent )

31/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Laura & Alice) for host

I had a wonderful experience thanks to Matt. He's a great host! He really cares about all volunteers. I highly recommend this workaway :)
I really enjoyed working with him in the mornings surrounded by such sights! The peace and quiet is a plus. The working hours are totally fair!
I would do this again without a doubt.
Thanks, Matt, for hosting… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Juliette)

I really enjoyed the help i recieved and the patience and the laughter..thank you

(Excellent )

19/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (alessia) for host

why not excelleeeeent :( hahahah i spent really good time with you and with other guys . thanks papi :P

(Very good )

19/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (alessia)

I really enjoyed hosting alessia, she worked well within the group and was able to contribute to my summer in a positive way. I am grateful for the help she gave

(Very good )

11/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Tereza) for host

Having spent one month with Matt and having been part of his team has been awesome experience for me. He is welcoming, organized, relaxed and attentive to volunteers, I mean, Matt wants the volunteers to enjoy their time as much as possible.
I just want to write here, let´s go there volunteers and meet him, Matt is one of the most wonderful and… read more

(Excellent )

10/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Tereza)

T was a great help to me, organised, positive and motivated. I very much enjoyed her being here and hope she will return!!!

(Excellent )

09/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)

Paul was in many ways one of the best volunteers i have ever had.
In all tasks he was highly motivated and willing with a positive attitude.
What singles him out was his desire to bond with canoeists and form a relationship with them. He saw their experience through from start to finish, the canoeists appreciated this. Many of them had special… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (cécile)

We had a great time together and worked as a team..i am very grateful to the contribution made and the positive attitude

:)

(Excellent )

28/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (cécile) for host

How to describe such a beautiful experience... Matt is made for that concept of workaway
This first experience of volunteering was amazing
Matt and is relatives are the most open minded respectful and empathic persons I had ever the chance to meet
Matt really makes you enter his team and you feel helping a friend
The place he lives is an oasis… read more

(Excellent )

15/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Justine & Cédric ) for host

Matt is the best host you can have, generous and welcoming!
Facilities are great, we had such a great time with him and the region of oliveira do hospital is very beautiful. We would recommand him to anyone, his business is very nice too and it was nice to be part of that, we really feel that we helped him.

(Excellent )

27/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Justine & Cédric )

Justine and cedric worked with me for 10 days..they were excellent...very motivated, full of energy and fun!!! I enjoyed their company and good times together..i would recommend them to anyone..Beware if you want to play 'settlers of catan' with cerdric he is a demon!!! :)

(Excellent )

22/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Kadri) for host

Matt is really friendly guy! He does everything to make your stay as good as possible. I spend 1 week at his farm and helped out in a garden and on a woods. I also had chance to go kayaking and camping. He is talkactive and good with entertaining. Lots of things to talk about and argue. I had blast!
So thank you once again!

(Excellent )

28/09/2014

Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host

Hey guys, don't even think twice, message Mat now! We had the most amazing time with Mat, his parents, and the other volunteers. I traveled through Europe for two months before I arrived, so I think its saying a lot. Best time of my two months hands down! We stayed for about 10 days or so, and Mat welcomed us into his home with open arms and an… read more

(Excellent )

25/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)

I have never had such interesting and challenging volunteers. Their stories are fascinating. They are open and always keen to discuss 'the world'

Nathan is an amazing individual. He is very, very positive and a huge help. I enjoyed the time we spent with him. He is a hard worker, he was fantstic with customers and fellow volunteers. It is rare… read more

(Excellent )

04/09/2014

Left by Workawayer (Dimitra & Manu ) for host

I lived and worked with Matt 2 weeks and I had an increidible experience!!!!!!!!2 realy amazing weeks!!!
The place is wonderful, the work is fun and in Matt`s house i felt like in home!!!!!!
Matt is a unique person!!!and a great host!!!!kind, hard worker, funny, open mind, empathic and calm!!!!is a pleasure to work with him!!!!
I will go back one… read more

(Excellent )

28/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Dimitra & Manu )

To give Dimitra a rating of excellent is an understatement. Dimitra was fantastic!!! Her contribution to my work and life was missive. I am so thankful she came and sad when she left. A huge personality with so much positive energy. There is nothing this young women cannot do. Kind, patiente, happy, helpful, organised, motivated..the list is… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (ALBA) for host

Hey Matt!!!
Working there was a pleasure more than a work, Matt is always doing something and includ the volunteers in everything; also he is a great cook (and since he eats the same, the food is very good).
Most of the job is driving jeeps and waiting (so you can have a swim), and he never ask you to do something he doesnt do.
Hope to see you… read more

(Excellent )

06/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (ALBA)

Alba no.1!!!! Alba was an absolute pleasure to live and work with. She is highly organised and very motivated. She worked very hard here with me and was always very positive in everything she did.
I shall miss her and she is always welcome.

ALBA NO.1

(Excellent )

09/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Gerald) for host

Matt (great guy) lives in a wonderful house, surrounded by a big garden with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits. I had my own room and a bathroom only for me and the other volunteer (Alba No.1).We cooked all together in the kitchen and also the work was more vacation than actually work (driving with nice big jeeps, preparing the kajaks and… read more

(Excellent )

09/08/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Gerald)

i really enjoyed working with gerald. He has an excellent sense of humour and a positive spirit. He was most helpful in all tasks and a great team worker.
thank you Gerald...great guy!!!

(Excellent )

06/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

I spent an amazing week with Matt in his beautiful home. Advice to any future volunteers- stay longer than a week!!! Matt and the other volunteers made me feel at home straight away and after a few days of being immersed in a refreshingly fun and very Portuguese lifestyle I was already searching for a way to extend my stay! The work is fun,… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

It was fantastic having Anna with me here, she was highly organised, motivated and a fantastic communicator. She had a natural way with people, both her fellow volunteers and the clients. I wish she could have stayed longer. She was great company and a pleasure to be with. Thank you Anna, good luck

(Excellent )

27/07/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Viola)

A highly motivated and organised young women..a fantstic communicator, super with customers...A kind and generous individual... I loved having her here to stay..i wish she was still here!!!! :)

(Excellent )

26/07/2014

Left by Workawayer (Viola) for host

I spent two amazing weeks with Matt, I fully endorse the previous feedback!
Matt is very friendly, open-minded and respectful, "tem um grande coração" and involves you in all of his (many) activities, you'll never get bored!
Helping him in his job is a pleasure and you'll have also the opportunity to do some kayak trips and if you are lucky,… read more

(Excellent )

27/07/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Giacomo & Alice)

I really really enjoyed the help these 2 provided during their stay..Dedicated, highly motivated, a great team--- Fantastic company..I shall remember them always 'MY FRIENDS'!!!!! :) :)

(Excellent )

08/07/2014

Left by Workawayer (Giacomo & Alice) for host

Matt is a great guy! We spent with him three fantastic weeks, helping him in his kayak business and in his garden. He involved us in his life, in a really friendly atmosphere. We really loved the chat in which we have shared our experiences. It's one of the best place we have ever been, and it's perfect for sport lovers and people who wants to… read more

(Excellent )

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