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I am really glad my first workaway experience was with Marco. This man is welcoming, caring, helpfull and really make sure you are comfortable. I arrived here with 2 or 3 hours late because I didn't had any data i didn't know where to go, and still welcomed me with open arms. He cares so much that, knowing that I didn't ate meat and smoke, he asked me if I had a problem with people around me eat meat and smoking just to be sure. And during my stay here he also hepled me getting my NIE. Fulvio and Lola his dogs are sooo cuuuute and irresistible, not cuddling them is impossible. The work we've been doing here, out in the open of the country side, is physical but not tiring and like i said before Marco will make sure you are comfortable. He is the definition of nice and easy going. Thank you so much for your time, help, patience and for welcoming in your canine family.

Our experience at Hiri and Sophea’s farm has been unforgettable. We spent two wonderful weeks sharing moments that we will always remember. Our tasks included helping to plant cacao seeds, preparing the soil by burning rice husks, harvesting coffee and roasting it. All the tasks are very manageable since it’s only three hours a day, and the time goes by very quickly. We also had the chance to taste the incredibly good coffee they grow on their farm. For us, it has been very rewarding to get to know them, and we truly appreciate the way they shared everything with us and how well they treated us from the very first day. We shared this experience with Baret and Mr. Lee, two souls we will never forget either. Thank you for the laughter and the beautiful moments — we hope we can see each other again someday. A big hug to Hiro, Sophea, Hirain, and Nimet from Juan and Lucía ❤️

This was my 6th WorkAway in India. It was a heart warming experience. Bharat and his wife, Anita made the three Workawayers part of their family. The school community welcomed us with open arms. Foreigner visitors to the school are definitely adding value to the programme. I would advise that workers go prepared with ESL games and ideas. It is a beautiful district with scenic walks, it is well worth travelling the back roads. I travelled from Jaipur by night bus and again from the nearest bigger town by night bus to Mumbai. This is a highly recommended rural experience.

I really enjoyed staying with many dogs and seeing all the dogs are very different. I haven't had a pet, but now I'm thinking of having a pet after going back to my country.

We spent 4 weeks (with a little break between) on Daniele and Annalisa's land and had really good time, even though the weather wasn't always the best (more bagnato then asciutto :D). It was the perfect place for our first Workaway experience and we are really excited to see how their project will grow. We were able to manage our work independently, make plans all together for each day and could talk about everything. We built in this weeks windows for the house and a dog and chicken house as well. Annalisa, Daniele and little Momo are truly inspiring people. <3 We can highly recommend them as a host. Thank youuuu!

I spent almost three weeks with Ivan and Valentin. They are both truly kind and good-hearted people who made me feel very welcome and introduced me to Sardinia. In my free time, I also had the chance to explore many beautiful places around the island. I learned so many new things, and it was a real pleasure to take care of the animals, who are all adorable. I met some wonderful people, and I will never forget the Pinnettu sardo. Grazie mille

Fabi is very chill and easy to be around. He was willing to help in any kind of work, always with a good attitude. It was nice having him around!

It was a very enjoyable experience to have Jacob with us. He was able to perform all jobs we tasked him with and learnt very rapidly how to use te various tools needed for woodworking and gardening. We also enjoyed the discussion with him around the meals. Jacob has trravelled extensively, including in countries where I have never set foot, and we appreciated to hear about this, about his family and his world views. Jacob was also the ideal compagnon hiker, adapting to my pace and making the right decisions at the right time. We are looking forward to seeing him again anytime he wishes!

Tuvimos una maravillosa experiencia compartiendo con Julien y Elea, su energía y entusiasmo nos contagiaron a todos y sus crepes nos endulzaron las tardes! Los niños de la comunidad los eligieron como los "mejores voluntarios de todos los tiempos". Realmente disfrutamos mucho su compañia y fueron un gran aporte trabajando y ayudando en cada momento, incluso más allá de lo esperado.

We had a great time with Tugce and Flynn, they where always willing to help in the work needed and were very chill and independent. Tugce was always sharing about her culture and language, also interested in learning about everything. Good experience!

We stayed with the family for a little over a month and had a wonderful experience. They were incredibly kind and welcoming. The location is only 10 minutes away by bike and is perfect for visiting larger cities such as Haarlem, Amsterdam, Leiden, Rotterdam, and even Utrecht. We had our own bikes, which made getting around very easy. Overall, it was a great pleasure to meet them and spend time with them!

I highly recommend this host! I had a very comfortable and relaxing two-week stay and truly enjoyed my time there. My main tasks were walking the dogs and cooking. Since I was really missing Japanese food, I felt nice to be able to cook Japanese meals for her—and I was so happy she enjoyed it! I also really enjoyed talking with her. Our conversations were fun, I learned many new things, and we shared some wonderful moments together. I already miss the two energetic and adorable dogs, as well as the two very friendly cats. I would love to visit again someday and am really looking forward to meeting again in Japan!

Dear Martina, The week I spent with you has truly become one of my greatest treasures. It was my first time in Europe, my first solo trip, and my first Workaway experience. Everything was new to me, and at the beginning I felt quite nervous. But in just one week, my life with you in Ried im Innkreis turned into an irreplaceable and beautiful memory. You prepared a warm and comfortable room for me, and every day you cooked fresh, healthy, and colorful meals. Our conversations were always fascinating. Through you, I not only learned more about Austria, but I also had the chance to reflect on and appreciate my own country more deeply. As a Workawayer, I mainly cleaned and organized the kitchen, living room, and cabinets. You always gave me clear instructions and provided the right tools, so I never felt confused or overwhelmed. Working together in the cozy room while listening to the radio was such a joyful and peaceful time for me. Finally, Martina, thank you so much for welcoming me into your home. When you smiled, it made me truly happy. The people around you are all so kind, and I believe that is because you are such a wonderful person. I sincerely hope to see you again someday. Please stay healthy and take good care of yourself. With love, Kiki

Querido Kyle, Queremos agradecerte sinceramente por las 4 semanas que compartiste con nosotros apoyando en el área de recepción. Fue un verdadero gusto tenerte como parte del equipo. Siempre fuiste atento y amigable tanto con los huéspedes como con tus compañeros voluntarios. Tu manera cercana y natural de interactuar hizo que muchas personas se sintieran bienvenidas desde el primer momento. Tienes una facilidad increíble para conversar y conectar, lo que aportó muchísimo al ambiente cálido que buscamos mantener en nuestro hospedaje. Te consideramos una persona simpática, empática y muy fácil de tratar. Además, fuiste responsable con tus tareas y respetuoso con las normas y la convivencia, algo que valoramos profundamente en un espacio compartido. Gracias por tu compromiso, tu buena energía y por sumar a nuestra comunidad viajera. Te deseamos lo mejor en tus próximos destinos y siempre serás bienvenido 💛

We spent three weeks there, which was very welcoming. You stay in a volunteer house (unfortunately, Mama J no longer works there, but she was the "mama" of the house and took care of everything we needed). Things to know: Although not mentioned in the post, it costs 10 USD per day (25,000TZS), which we think they should mention. We still recommend volunteering there. The team is very friendly and takes good care of the volunteers' wellbeing. Even when we went to a bar, they came with us to make sure we got the best treatment. The NGO (Ruth) arranged safaris and day trips for us at great prices, and some of this money goes to the NGO as income, so it's a win-win. Food is very basic with a lot of carbs and not much meat. But what made this place unforgettable were the other volunteers; they were amazing, and we are blessed to have been there at the same time as them. Bottom line: We highly recommend going there and supporting them.

Deana was our first workaway, and it was a wonderful experience. She only stayed with our family for a month, but we quickly became close and connected. She was able to connect with the children right away, playing with them and giving us great advice on how to care for them. Deana is sweet and sensitive, open to discussion and dialogue. I loved coming home to find cakes she had lovingly baked. She helped us a lot with the daily chores and tidying up our garden. We were a little saddened by her departure, but we are happy for her and that she has achieved her goals. Just one word: thank you, you will always be in our hearts.

Danial was a wonderful volunteer and a great support to our center. He taught English with dedication and enthusiasm, and he also created a very nice promotional video for us, which I truly appreciated. He is an active, sociable, and kind person. In our neighborhood, he was loved by everyone, especially the students. They enjoyed spending time with him because he always gave them attention, played with them, and spread happiness everywhere. I highly recommend Danial to any host on Workaway. Thank you, Danial, for your positive energy and all the great work you did. You will always be welcome here.

We stayed with Rita from 17 Jan until 7 Feb and can say without hesitation that she is as kind and friendly a host as anyone could possibly wish for. We were given very comfortable accommodation and ate well too, sharing our meals with Rita and sometimes her daughter Andrea and also other Workawayers. The tasks we were asked to perform were enjoyable and we were never asked to do anything beyond our capability. These included cleaning tasks, meal preparation, some basic DIY, and, best of all, harvesting fruit and nuts from the large plot of land surrounding the house. Rita’s home is situated in the outskirts of Olmué, the centre of which is within easy walking distance (about 30 minutes) and although only a small town we found it a pleasant place to spend our free time with several decent bars and restaurants. It is also easy to travel further afield to places like Valparaiso and Viña del Mar on the coast due to good public transport services. In summary we enjoyed our three weeks with Rita immensely and wouldn’t hesitate to return there should we find ourselves in Chile again in the future.

I stayed with Aurora and Francesco for more than two and a half weeks. Thanks to their optimism and endless smiles, every day went by very quickly. The work was very easy (a lot of painting), and I was always extremely happy about the delicious meals Aurora cooked. It was also a huge cultural experience for me, especially through the food I had the chance to try, but it also showed me a lot about the true Italian mentality. Thanks to that, I was able to rest properly and at the same time make the most of the environment. I went on trips by train and bus and explored local places. Francesco and Aurora were always there to help me with anything I needed. I am incredibly grateful and very thankful that I had the opportunity to become a local, at least for a little while.

Tess is supernice and good company. She is hard working, takes initiative and is good at seeing whatever needs to be done. She makes excellent food, is tidy and has many practical skills. Besides she has an excellent humour and an impressive knowledge of the world. She is welcome back at any time!