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Help out with Puna Hawaii family life, USA
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: 15 May 2025
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We spent an unforgettable time with Porter's family. Their heart is in the right place. The days with Eureka and Bhumi were enriching. We laughed and learned a lot while playing. Porter's truly kind and conscious approach to children is definitely an inspiration and something we admired.
We often talk about how we want to raise our future children
… read more this way.
Because we love animals, daily walks with Pai Pai and trying out new commands were a real experience for us and an even stronger deepening of the dog-human relationship.
Every day brought something new — from taking care of pets, helping in the garden, picking fruit and cleaning, to walking the dog and relaxing on the beautiful beach. The work was not difficult at all, we could even choose what suits us best (of course, with respect that we are entering someone's home and becoming part of the family for a while). The highlight of the entire stay was watching an active volcano - an experience that once again reminded us the power of nature. We even celebrated New Year's Eve together. We were connected by conversations about health, psychology, parenting and life in general. We felt welcome, part of a family, and at the same time independent.
This stay was not only about helping, but also about growing, sharing and true connection. Mahalo for this life experience - it will definitely remain in our hearts forever. 🙏🏻 🌺
Veronica and Lukas are a very nice couple who came to stay with me in December. They were very polite guests and helpful house members. They were really excellent with the animals and also did a good job housesitting and being independent when I went to another island for a week. They had a really good relationship with each other and were
… read more considerate travelers.
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina)
Wow! Marina is wonderful!
She spent the autumn with us and I can’t speak highly enough about how lovely her presence and how skilled her support to us was. She is a very hard worker out in the yard in the house in the kitchen, etc.
The kids, the pets, and all the neighbors appreciated her caring ways and she had a very humble and appreciative
… read more attitude to the island. 5 star human🥳
Left by host for Workawayer (Reika)
My experience of hosting Reika was absolutely wonderful and I’m so grateful she came to stay with us. She was an incredibly pleasant presence in the house she really made me feel cared for and supported. She had excellent rapport with the children and they really enjoyed spending time with her.
I really appreciated her reflection and presence
… read more with us. She was happy to wake up early and make us a Japanese breakfast every day before school, which was so wonderful for our health, and she also created several gorgeous feasts of Japanese food, which we devoured happily. Her English improved very much during her time here in Hawaii -every time there was an obstacle with verbal communication we were able to use our phones to overcome it.
Left by Workawayer (Reika) for host
The six-week stay was like a treasure trove of days for me. Porter supported me with a generous heart, ensuring that I felt comfortable and facilitating experiences that interested me. The children were lively and adorable, and despite my imperfect English, we found various ways to communicate and enjoy each other's company. Pizza Lani, the cat,
… read more provided comfort, while Pai Pai, the dog, guided me to scenic walking spots. Moreover, the neighbors and family friends were all wonderful individuals. Meeting everyone has been a source of pride for me.
The family takes us to their friends' homes and local events. For those interested in experiencing life in Hawaii and its culture, undoubtedly, it's a time in life that can be described as a treasure. I would love to visit this special place again. And finally, a heartfelt thank you. Mahalo.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
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The high tide fills pools where we like to swim. (It is especially high tide in this picture.)
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We spent an unforgettable time with Porter's family. Their heart is in the right place. The days with Eureka and Bhumi were enriching. We laughed and learned a lot while playing. Porter's truly kind and conscious approach to children is definitely an inspiration and something we admired.
We often talk about how we want to raise our future children
… read more this way.
Because we love animals, daily walks with Pai Pai and trying out new commands were a real experience for us and an even stronger deepening of the dog-human relationship.
Every day brought something new — from taking care of pets, helping in the garden, picking fruit and cleaning, to walking the dog and relaxing on the beautiful beach. The work was not difficult at all, we could even choose what suits us best (of course, with respect that we are entering someone's home and becoming part of the family for a while). The highlight of the entire stay was watching an active volcano - an experience that once again reminded us the power of nature. We even celebrated New Year's Eve together. We were connected by conversations about health, psychology, parenting and life in general. We felt welcome, part of a family, and at the same time independent.
This stay was not only about helping, but also about growing, sharing and true connection. Mahalo for this life experience - it will definitely remain in our hearts forever. 🙏🏻 🌺
Veronica and Lukas are a very nice couple who came to stay with me in December. They were very polite guests and helpful house members. They were really excellent with the animals and also did a good job housesitting and being independent when I went to another island for a week. They had a really good relationship with each other and were
… read more considerate travelers.
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina)
Wow! Marina is wonderful!
She spent the autumn with us and I can’t speak highly enough about how lovely her presence and how skilled her support to us was. She is a very hard worker out in the yard in the house in the kitchen, etc.
The kids, the pets, and all the neighbors appreciated her caring ways and she had a very humble and appreciative
… read more attitude to the island. 5 star human🥳
Left by host for Workawayer (Reika)
My experience of hosting Reika was absolutely wonderful and I’m so grateful she came to stay with us. She was an incredibly pleasant presence in the house she really made me feel cared for and supported. She had excellent rapport with the children and they really enjoyed spending time with her.
I really appreciated her reflection and presence
… read more with us. She was happy to wake up early and make us a Japanese breakfast every day before school, which was so wonderful for our health, and she also created several gorgeous feasts of Japanese food, which we devoured happily. Her English improved very much during her time here in Hawaii -every time there was an obstacle with verbal communication we were able to use our phones to overcome it.
Left by Workawayer (Reika) for host
The six-week stay was like a treasure trove of days for me. Porter supported me with a generous heart, ensuring that I felt comfortable and facilitating experiences that interested me. The children were lively and adorable, and despite my imperfect English, we found various ways to communicate and enjoy each other's company. Pizza Lani, the cat,
… read more provided comfort, while Pai Pai, the dog, guided me to scenic walking spots. Moreover, the neighbors and family friends were all wonderful individuals. Meeting everyone has been a source of pride for me.
The family takes us to their friends' homes and local events. For those interested in experiencing life in Hawaii and its culture, undoubtedly, it's a time in life that can be described as a treasure. I would love to visit this special place again. And finally, a heartfelt thank you. Mahalo.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina & Matthias)
Sabrina and Matthias were so awesome to host. It really did feel like old friends were visiting. I was continually impressed and grateful for their awesome support to me around the house and yard. They were easy-going to live with and flexible into the culture here. They were wonderful with the kids always being completely present playful and
… read more encouraging towards them. Sabrina cooking is delicious and healthy and a treat. Matthais worked with love with the dog and in the yard and house. They were great at being able to recognize what needed to be done and do it with relatively little direction for me. They completely overhauled my carport and helped my house Feel better than it has in ages. As a couple, they brought a lot of harmony and fit into family life so well. I’m thankful for other support and would definitely recommend them as Workaway guests to others
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina & Matthias) for host
Our 3.5 weeks stay at the home of Porter, Eureka, Bhumi, Paipai, and Pizzalani was truly special and it felt like visiting some old friends – we could not have wished for a more pleasant and gentle introduction to the workawayer world. Throughout our stay, we maintained a flexible approach to our schedule, allowing us to work at our own pace and
… read more giving us the freedom to explore the island at our leisure. We are deeply grateful for Porter's trust in us and her generosity in sharing not only information but also her profound insights into the enchanting surroundings of her home, the island's history, and Hawaiian culture. We also had a lot of fun dancing to the music of the little DJs of the house, trying new aerial tricks, cooking and eating all together. Being warmly welcomed into their lives allowed us to immerse ourselves deeply in the essence of the place, and we enjoyed every moment of being a part of the calm and energetic area of Puna. Thank you all sooo much! :*You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by Workawayer (Jiaqi) for host
I stayed with the family for 6 weeks in the summer of 2022 (apologize for the late review my workaway membership expired and I just reactivated it). This family was such a blessing to get to know and live with. I still reminisce about my time there til this day! Porter and Evan were always very considerate, making sure I was comfortable in the
… read more house and had everything I needed, encouraging me to explore the island, and teaching me about island culture and the environment. Eureka and Bhumi were like my best buddies during my stay. They are also the most adorable, respectful, and intelligent kids who kept me company and actually taught me a lot about the area. I absolutely adored the neighborhood and the workawayer bedroom had the most stunning view! Thank you for this transformative experience and I really hope to see you guys again!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Jiaqi)
Christine (Jaiqi)
Was an awesome addition to the family. She was so excellent giving her care and energy to playing with the kids and supporting me around the house. She fit in naturally to the family vibe and connected will with the community and was easy to live with. Thank you Christine
Left by Workawayer (Lorena) for host
Thank you Porter, Evan, Eureka, Bhumi ,and Alaka‘i!
It has been amaaaazing to live with you, share thoughts and meals, play around the house and talk about the land and the culture of Hawai‘i.
Thanks for hosting be in your warm house! I particularly appreciate seeing your kind way of parenting, I will bring it with me forever!
The cooperation has
… read more been super relaxed : ) and in the house there are plenty of ways to be helpful, accordingly to each one skills and wills.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Lorena)
Lorema was a pleasure to host. She was vibrant and fun with the children and pleasant company. She was helpful with tasks around the house and prepared us some awesome Italian meals. She has a great sense of adventure and is a very competent traveler.
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
We were so happy to host Claudia for two months. She is mature, capable and enjoyable to have around. I appreciated her consistent care and help around the house and it was a pleasure to see her grow and explore through her travels. She was easy going and a self starter and she was instrumental in helping our new rescue dog relax and recover into
… read more love.
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
Porter and Evan hosted me for nearly two months, I really felt at home and it has been a special and memorable experience especially as my first Workaway. Evan and Porter’s house is beautiful and the kids are really nice. The work ours are flexible so I had enough time to really enjoy the island.
This part of the island is a bit less touristic so
… read more you can experience the Hawaiian vibe and relax, the only inconvenient is that the public transports are not very efficient but you can easily hitch-hike, rent a car or find some friends to travel around the Island.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by Workawayer (Cynthia) for host
I am sorry for my late review.
Porter and Evan are great hosts! It was our fitst ww and they not only showed us the island but they shared with us their friends and activities. They were very kind and great and treat us as a part of the family.
The work in the house was organized by the week and they were very cool with when we could do it so we
… read more had plenty of time to enjoy ourselves.
We fell in love with Eureka and Boomy, they are so much fun to play with and we enjoy very much sharing with them, playing, going to the beach or just reading a book. I miss them so much!! Alikai is a great guy, so sweet and interesting, it was great meeting him.
The big island was a paradise for us, not only it has beautiful beaches, sunsets and sunrises, but the people there have an incredible energy. They are so relaxed, kind and cool all the time. We had so much fun. We stayed 3 weeks, I woulnd´t recomend less than that to really get to know the place. I would definitely go back if i could, it is a magical place to be.
I can´t thank enough for the experience, I hope we meet again some day.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Cynthia)
Cynthia and Santi were wonderful guests, and we really enjoyed hosting them. They were a lovely addition to the family and had a great spirit of adventure for exploring the island as well. Cynthia is a high functioning, person who brought her focus, skills and attention to whatever she was doing around the house. Santi is a mature and kind young
… read more man who we loved getting to know.
Left by Workawayer (Mitsuki) for host
Please excuse me for a belated review. My stay here was one of the most beautiful experiences in my life. The family made me feel like I was a part of the family from the day 1 till the last day of my stay. Porter is a very kind and intelligent person who you can discuss about everything with. She has vast knowledge. Evan is also very kind and
… read more taught me how to do tasks in the garden (and how to open a coconut), and how to play the the ukulele. The kids are precious and you never get bored spending time with them. There were many things I learnt here as a person who wants to have a family in a similar environment in future. The area is very beautiful with lively jungle where I enjoyed my daily dreamy walk. The house is just 5 min walk away from a sandy beach and also a splendid cliff. I even had some luck to see some whales from this beach. They also took me to places such as natural hot pond, volcano, town of Hilo, local events and markets etc (I’m sure I’m missing something here as they took me to many places). I was lucky with sunny weather most of the days but rainy days were as enjoyable in such a beautiful environment.
Thank you so much for lifetime memories and beautiful time which I’ll never forget! The night we watched stars laying on a trampoline will stay in me forever.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Mitsuki)
Mitsuki is awesome. He fit so peacefully and wonderfully into our family and was always happy and willing to help and contribute in any way we asked.
Left by Workawayer (Remya) for host
Porter, Evan and the kids have been really kind and welcoming. I had a lovely stay and felt like I was part of the family for the month that I was staying there. The workload was fair and they were kind enough to always letting me tag along. I can highly recommend them to anyone considering a few weeks in paradise.
You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Remya)
Remya was a lovely guest. She was sweet and kind with the children and helpful around the house. I appreciated her gentle nature, and how easily she fit into family life I would easily recommend her as a guest to other hosts.
Porter, Evan and the kids welcomed us lovingly into their beautiful home. The tiame spent there was incredible. We enjoyed arranging the garden, building the bunk bed, reading stories and playing with the kids. One of the experiences that we will always remember was the surprise dinner that Bhumi and Eureka prepared for us, and then cook the pizza
… read more all together. It was truly amazing and we are grateful for all. After we left to visit Big Island we went back to say goodbye and it was really like coming home. We feel we have a family on the other side of the World and that's beautiful. We will miss you all, including Pizzalani Aloha 🐈🌺 the sweetest kitten we ever met. We hope to see you soon!
Mahalo!
Marco and Giulia were an absolute pleasure to host. They were friendly, capable and a nice addition to the family.
They were very self sufficient but also meshed well with everyone. They have a strong relationship with each other and we’re great with the kids. They were very helpful in helping me practice Italian too.
I trusted them to help out
… read more with the honey do list without much guidance from me and it worked out swimmingly.
Thanks guys we all enjoyed your stay!
Left by Workawayer (Tobia) for host
The time spent to Porter's and Evan's home was amazing! This was my first workaway experience and they have been relly relaxed, welcoming and kind. I felt part of the family! The two kids are lovely and I really enjoyed playing and take care of Them! Porter is happy if you can help them with different jobs using your personal skills. I'm sure you
… read more can also learn about gardening and babysitting. The location is relly nice too! Good luck guys!You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Tobia)
Tobia was a super awesome work away. We loved having him live in the house with us and he fit in really smoothly into family life. The kids adored him and the adults like to be around him too. He is an amazing worker and fixed things around the house with efficient skill. He puts Care and attention in doing everything well and I really respect
… read more that. He would be welcome back anytime!
Left by host for Workawayer (Jimmy)
Jimmy and Elisa were amazing workawayers. Both the kids and adults really appreciated having both of you in the family. Thank you so much for the help in the kitchen, around the house as well as the awesome new shower you built and help in the garden.
Happy travels!
Left by Workawayer (Katja Elena) for host
I can truly recommend everyone to come to this beautiful family. They are sweet, kind and wonderful people. I learned a lot about conscious parenting. This was the reason I wanted to be in a family with kids. I wanted to get inspired and get a better feeling for myself, if I want kids soon and how I want to raise them. The universe gave me what I
… read more asked for :) Thank you all for this beautiful experience! I feel like I have made friends here on the island where I can always get help if I need to. And I hope you know that too about me :)You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Kokoro)
Kokorochan was awesome to live with. I loved having her with the kids and as company in the house. She was super helpful and tuned in on our family rhythm and overall just a wonderful bright light in the world. She would be welcome back anytime and the kids still remember her so fondly.
Left by Workawayer (Noa) for host
What an incredible blessing to be welcomed into Porter and Evan’s home. My time here has shaped my life in a way I couldn’t have imagined. Such a kind loving family who made me feel so comfortable and taught me so much about the land, the history and community on Big Island. Caring for Eureka and Bhumi (the most awesome kids I have ever met) never
… read more felt like work to me but also inspired so much appreciation for a parent’s role in guiding and respecting a child. Also Porter’s food is SO delicious and I enjoyed the nights when I could help with meals as well. I miss this beautiful jungle treehouse and the many adventures and people I met along the way. Thank you all for your kindness ❤️You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Noa)
We loved having Noa in our home. She is awesome and welcome back anytime.
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