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We spent about 40 days at Grazia and Antonio's house, and it was one of the best experiences we've ever had! We truly formed a family bond; sharing time and conversations with them was the best part. They opened their home to us, we tried new local dishes, shared experiences, and became part of their routine with their animals and daily life. We had a room with a private bathroom, and we were in charge of feeding the animals and often cooking (especially vegetables we had never eaten before!!! hahaha Grazia always bought us meat because she knows we love it). We also tidied up and cleaned parts of their house. We took away the best memories and hope to return soon! They are all part of our story. We adore them!

Gracias amigo por entender la nueva forma de vivir y por toda la ayuda que me brindaste la vida sigue y encontrarás personas que piensan igual que tú feliz viaje amigo gracias por todo nos vemos en la montaña suya

Volunteering here was great! I extended my stay by a month and had a really good time. The hostel is very clean and organized and it’s a really good vibe. I highly recommend!

We stayed two weeks in March at Jutta's and Marco's little self-sufficient farm and welcomed us warmly at their place. It's truly a special place and you can tell that they've been putting their heart and soul into creating a living in harmony with nature. We learned a lot about self-sufficiency and got inspired to dive even deeper into it. Jutta loves to share her knowledge and she really pampered us with her homemade dishes with fresh ingredients directly from their farm. Our room was super comfortable attached with an own bathroom which we really enjoyed as well as the cozy living room with the oven creating a warm atmosphere in the house. We mainly helped outside with trimming trees, getting rid of thorny plants and helping Marco to refurnish the chicken coop. We made most of the sunny days and keeping it more relaxed when it was pouring outside. Helping to create cheese and butter at a friend's farm was definitely one of our highlights. Thank you again so much for having us and hopefully join you again at another time of the year.

Thank you Hugh and Jane for being welcoming and generous hosts. I had so much fun during the month I stayed there. During the day we all got to spent time in the sun working on the vines and in the garden. At meal times Hugh and Jane made sure that we always lots of amazing food and wine in the evenings. And they both kept everyone entertained with their funny stories and naughty jokes. During my free time I got to go and explore the local area which was beautiful. We got to spend time with their friends and family aswell which great! I learnt so much during my time there like how they do smoked cheese and smoked mackerel. I also really enjoyed spending time with the other workawayers Andreas and Andrea!

Queridos voluntários, Lucas e Olivia. Gostaríamos de deixar registrado o nosso mais sincero agradecimento pela presença e dedicação de vocês durante o tempo em que participaram do nosso projeto. Foi um grande privilégio contar com um casal tão comprometido, generoso e cheio de boa vontade. A contribuição de vocês ensinando inglês, dança, espanhol e francês foi extremamente valiosa para todos nós. Mais do que compartilhar conhecimentos, vocês trouxeram alegria, motivação e novas experiências culturais que marcaram profundamente cada participante do projeto. Vocês demonstraram paciência, carinho e um verdadeiro espírito de voluntariado, inspirando todos ao redor. O impacto do trabalho de vocês certamente continuará sendo sentido por muito tempo. Somos muito gratos por tudo o que fizeram e desejamos que continuem levando essa energia positiva e transformadora para onde forem. Muito obrigado por fazerem parte da nossa história!

Anna and Johanna stayed with us for two weeks and were an absolute pleasure to host. They were friendly, easygoing, and fit into daily life here right away. During their stay, they helped with a wide range of projects. We tackled a big job in the vegetable garden—pulling weeds, topping it up with a ton of soil and manure, and planting over 120 seedlings. Their help made a huge difference and the garden is thriving because of their effort. They also spent time in my pottery studio, helping me paint pieces, which I really appreciated. In the second week, we worked together on improving the front garden—digging out rocks, building a small brick border, and plastering it. The final result looks fantastic and we’re really proud of what we accomplished together. Beyond the work, it was a lovely experience sharing time with them. We were able to visit the beach and enjoy a cave and dolphin boat tour together, and they also had plenty of time to explore the Portuguese coast in the afternoons. They were respectful of the house, leaving everything clean and tidy, and worked really well as a team. Overall, Anna and Johanna were a great help on our old Portuguese farm, and we would happily recommend them to any future hosts.

I stayed with Jay during 10 days, and it was an amazing experience. We've been working on a eco-building project together. Jay is used to host volunteers ; he is very patient, communicates very well and knows how to adapt to the helpers. It was very easy to live and work with him. He knows a lot about farming, nature, plants, self-sufficiency, building, recycling and he's always happy to share his knowledge. He's also a very curious and open person and he's happy to be thought new things as well. I felt at ease during my stay. He's also a great cook and prepares delicious breakfasts 😉! (with garden plants/herbs and fresh eggs : amazing) The property is absolutely beautiful and very calm. I loved this place, I wished I stayed longer. I've learned so much!

I had an amazing time with Sophie, she’s an incredible host! I always felt truly seen and fully included in her and her daughter’s life (a great daughter of a great mom!). You immediately feel on the same level, and it’s clear that she has a lot of travel experience herself. She’s very open, inspiring, and always has an ear to listen :) She worked alongside us, so it never felt like work and everything was relaxed and fun. I loved helping with the clay walls of the outdoor shower. She also cooked delicious meals, and it was fun to cook for the group as well. We all got along really well, and the atmosphere was always relaxed. Campfires and Hanno’s pizzas were definite highlights! My accommodation was beautiful and had everything I needed. She also made sure I got to see a lot of the surrounding area, including beaches, nearby towns, and the market. Overall, I felt like part of a family and would love to come back! I can highly recommend staying with Sophie.

I was supposed to stay for two weeks, but I ended up staying for a whole month and honestly, I wish I could have stayed even longer. In Chom Thong, I met amazing people. PJ and her family are incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuine. From the very beginning, they made me feel at home. During my stay, we built a clay house together with other Workawayers. The work was relaxed, fun, and never too demanding. PJ was always happy to share stories about Thai culture and farm life. We also had plenty of free time to do our own things whether it was working remotely, exploring the surroundings, or visiting the national park nearby. And after work? Time to relax! We often went to the nearby waterfalls to cool off, it was the perfect way to end the day. I stayed in a tent at first, which was cozy and comfortable. After a big storm, PJ kindly moved us into a room in the hostel (it was low season), where I spent the last two weeks. The food deserves a special mention: it was some of the best Thai and international food I’ve ever had in Thailand, absolutely delicious every day. Leaving Chom Thong was not easy. I truly felt at home there, and I’ll definitely come back again.

I had the most amazing time with Krischa and her animals at the farm! I stayed for only 12 days and it was not nearly long enough. During my stay, I was able to achieve lots from days working to time exploring the area. Most of my work at the farm was outdoors weeding and cleaning up the large garden. We also went to visit Bonnie, and I helped muck out stalls and brush her coat. It was wonderful getting into the routine of things at the farm. We would work during the day and in the evening after dinner Krischa, Fenno, Max, and I would watch a movie (all exceptional films!). We went on many fun walks with Fenno, and I even took him for a long walk by myself in Eckernförde. Poor Max had a bump on his side that needed to be cared for as well so I helped wrap him up and Krischa brought him to the vet during my stay, I'm very happy he was on the mend when I was leaving. All my hard work was rewarded with sightseeing and experiences. Krischa and Fenno even took me to Flensburg and Denmark! I also got to experience the lovely Haithabu museum. Krischa and I shared many stories and goals and I know I will be back to visit her and the animals at this lovely farm!

We had a really great time with Camilla and Ellis. The place is beautiful, and we felt very welcomed. Our private space in the Sunrise Lodge was very lovely, and we enjoyed spending time with their two friendly dogs. The work was varied and enjoyable, from gardening with Camilla to raking soil and planting trees with Ellis. Camilla cooked delicious meals, and we were happy to join her women’s circle and a yoga session :) They also took us to their local bar and showed us the surrounding towns, giving us a nice insight into their daily life. Overall, it was a fun and interesting experience, and we would recommend this host to anyone looking for a hands-on stay in the Algarve :) Thank you Camilla & Ellis!

We had a truly wonderful time with Nimea & Paolo and the volunteer group (even though it rained quite a bit during our stay :)) Nimea was always relaxed, cheerful, and open. You can talk to her about anything and she also was happy to explain everything. She was also very kind in offering to give us rides to town whenever she went. The work was enjoyable and never too exhausting, especially helping to build the shed was fun! We really appreciated being part of the team and spending so much time with the other volunteers! A big thank you to Nimea for making this amazing experience possible. We highly recommend this host for anyone looking for a warm, welcoming, and hands-on permaculture experience in the Algarve :)

We had such a wonderful time staying with Shola & Moran and are very grateful for the whole experience! From the beginning, they welcomed us so warmly and made sure we always feel comfortable and have everything we need. We really appreciated how they included us in their daily life, took us to different places and shared so openly with us, it was a very special and inspiring experience :) Their children were incredibly sweet and open, and we truly enjoyed spending time and playing with them. The work was always varied and enjoyable, and we especially liked working together with them. Sleeping in the dome was also something very special, such a beautiful place!! You are very inspiring people and we feel lucky to have met you. Maybe we’ll join one of your hummus events again someday :) Thank you for everything!

I had such a beautiful time staying with Uba & Zara and I’m truly grateful for the whole experience. From the beginning I felt very welcomed. I learned so much during my stay, they were incredibly patient and took the time to explain everything. The work was always varied and interesting, and I enjoyed being involved in so many different tasks. I also want to say how much I appreciated the way they included me beyond the work, the amazing food they cooked, taking me along to different places, and just sharing their private life with me made this experience very special. And of course, their son completely stole my heart💛 Thank you for everything, I would come back anytime!

If you would like 5 star workaway friends helping in your project, work with Tânia and Fabrizio. Whatever we asked them to help with in the garden, in the house, or, or, or… everthing was done very carefully, need, clean, to its best point and beauty and all this together with being lovely and cheerful personalities. Dear Tânia, Dear Fabrizio, you made our beloved finca a again more shining and taken care of place this last month with you. We also loved so much your excellent cooking Tânia and Fabrizio your being so detail oriented is bliss. We love you and would always be happy to welcome you back again. We keep in touch. All the best for your future and mil besos y abrazos Gabi, Maximilian and Lily

I spent a little over two weeks at William’s home, and it was truly a wonderful experience. I felt warmly welcomed by the whole family. You can really feel the love and connection they share with each other, which made me feel at home as well. During my stay, we prepared meals together, and I helped with dishwashing, gardening, and trail cleaning. Everything felt natural and relaxed, and I really appreciated the rhythm of life there. I already miss the forest, the creek, and all the animals. I will never forget the campfires under the starry sky and William’s inspiring idea of creating an Epicurus community. All I want to say is thank you for such a meaningful and memorable experience.

Adam was a friendly and attentive WorkAwayer. He did lots of work in the garden post-winter! He completed all tasks 100%, a great helper and a clean house sitter. Adam was a gem. I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Tereza however they are both welcome back anytime. Best of luck on your travels.

I stayed on the Mandarin farm in Payallar for close to a month and loved it. 🍊 Its a very peaceful hotel/farm with a beautiful garden and lots of quiet. I stayed in Sezer's house, sharing the spare room with a volunteer who became family to me :) He is a very welcoming host, sharing generously his food, space and resources and a kind, bubbly person who laughs lots. A real pleasure to be around :) His night time bakery jobs means lots of bread and fresh Turkish baked goods to try, and he often gave us tasty Turkish recipes to try too. Burak and Kadir who run the hotel are some of the kindest hotel owners Ive met and offer so much, with lots of generosity and warmth. The work they give is rewarding, mostly being housekeeping but occasionally some garden work, which ranged from pruning trees to digging a small trench, and it was lovely to be outside in the fresh air, getting my hands dirty. At times, there is some heavy lifting but I feel better for it. Alanya is a 30 min bus ride away from Payallar, but there is also a small town about 20-30 min walk away, with good restaurants, a Wednesday farmers market (which groceries are bought from) and the beach along the highway. Overall, I really recommend coming here. It is quiet, so bring a book or hobbies to do in your spare time, but I feel as if Ive never been so peaceful :) Thankyou to Kadir, Burak and Sezer for being so welcoming and making me feel at home.

Overall a decent stay for a rural experience. Beautiful scenery. Lots of area to walk, hike & explore. Perfect for the independent explorer type. I initially felt very welcome here but would not recommend for a person seeking a real cultural exchange. The town is very small with very few people to meet. Work was pretty light, I cleaned the house twice, attempted to upcycle some furniture but we did not have the right tools..helped maintain the chickens, cleaned their coop, dug a trench for the new coop they were planning to build, assisted in hosting a small gathering, and helped care for/feed the kitties & minded house when they went out of town. Left feeling like "the help." Host recommended taking a cab to the beach to swim; I would not advise anyone to do so. Coastal swimming in Ireland (especially in November) is extremely dangerous to do on your own, even for the experienced swimmer.