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Tuve una experiencia muy bonita con Felix, Señora Carmen y Graziela. Aunque fue una visita de último momento, nos recibieron con mucho cariño. La escuela estaba de vacaciones, así que fueron unos días tranquilos. Pasamos tiempo con ellos, especialmente durante las comidas y cocinando la cena juntos. Son personas muy buenas y amables, nos hicieron sentir como en casa. Y Caraz es un pueblo hermoso. Estoy muy agradecida por todo.

The best family ever! Eva and Christian are amazing cooks and warm people. Their daughters, Alma and Zoe, are like angels. You can learn Spanish very quickly here because Alma will teach you everything, she is perfect! Thank you for all your help, and I’m sorry I wasn’t able to help you enough.

It was a great week with Itai and his family. In addition to the exciting tiny house project, I learned a lot about personal food processing. There was no shortage of leisure activities and I was always able to explore the great surroundings. Itai is a warm person with many exciting interests and a good sense of humour.

I spent a week volunteering for this project and loved every minute of it. it was an incredible experience helping and teaching children from 5 up to 16 through programmes onsite as well as local school visits. The staff are so helpful and lovely and I already miss them and the kids. I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone, not just those who can teach English, but also those with other skills as there are a lot of opportunities to use these. Would love to come back when I'm back in Sri Lanka.

Wow, I don’t even know where to start. Emily is such a wonderful person and host! My stay with her was absolutely amazing, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything she did to make me feel at home. I truly can’t find the right words to express how much I appreciate her. Taking care of all the dogs and cats is a natural gift she has. Her whole life is dedicated to giving these animals the best possible care, and I really admire the way she does it. She even bakes cookies which she sells to raise money for the non-profit organisation that helps the puppies and that’s just one example of the many good things she does. She also teaches you anything you want to learn about caring for the animals. For example, I learned so much during one of the sterilization clinics she organizes. On top of all that, if you ever need advice about the surroundings, tours, culture, or anything else you can think of, she is always willing to help. The description of this opportunity that Emily provides is exactly how I experienced it. So if you truly love caring for animals and playing with them, this is the perfect place for you. This will be the focus of your stay. I am extremely grateful that I could be part of this experience and I will never forget it. Honestly, it was one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life. And from the moment I left, I’ve missed Emily and the animals so much. Therefore, I won’t say goodbye, but farewell! And who knows, maybe our paths will cross again! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

Zuz is very friendly and clean, she is allways redy to work and do how much she can. its have been a great help to have her around cause she has good inisiative with keeping the place nice and welcoming. She made good friends among the volunteers and the roomies., and she liked the 6 dogs at home. Thank you very much for you help!

Cameron is a very interesting guy! He is a grat cooker, leaving good smells in the kitchen every time he gets inspired. He is also clean and smily, it s have been very easy to convive with him, no dirty dishes and allways redy on time for work. Also he is capable of every and anything you would ask him, he is all terrain! He helped me carrying things, cleanning, and most lily anything you need. Thank you for your help man!

My stay at thisplace was fantastic. I spent the whole month of February there and I would have loved to stay longer. Kiera and Jason were very kind and proactive, keeping me informed about everything from the very beginning. I shared the space with 4 volunteers at first, and then with 3 others, so you’re never alone. The tasks involve making sure the rooms are tidy and managing the reception (bookings, phone calls, check-ins, and check-outs) for 5 hours about 4 or 5 days a week. The hostel is great and has perfect spaces for working, relaxing, or socializing with guests. It’s located just 100m from the beach, in one of the best surfing areas in the world. Thanks to Kiera, Jason, Kate, and everyone here for the opportunity

I had a great stay with Mike, Peggy, and Pat and enjoyed learning about what can be grown in a desert environment. During my stay, I helped gather eggs, care for the chickens, and worked in the gardens and the underground greenhouse (which was neat to see--I really enjoyed learning about the design and purpose of this structure!) There was a cultural festival going on in a nearby town during my visit--Mike took all of us workawayers out to see the event, which was a great side trip to experience some of the culture and history of the region. Plus Mike makes for a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, pointing out things of interest along the way there and back. Peggy knows a lot about wild, edible foods that grow in the region and everyone I met during my stay was welcoming and friendly. My trip was last-minute and loosely planned, as I was sharing a ride with my husband, who was traveling for work. Mike invited me to come stay despite the short notice and even had a camper ready I could stay in. (I had originally planned to tent camp and it was a nice surprise to end up in one of the many accommodations available at the farm.) I enjoyed the work and the communal meals shared in the evenings; everyone pitched in to help prepare delicious meals enjoyed in good company. Looking forward to a return trip in the future, where I'll plan to stay longer next time. A month or more at this site would be great as there's lots to see/do/learn on the farm, as well as lots of great hiking options nearby too.

My time in Raglan was really special, especially because of the time I spent in Suz's little paradise. I ended up staying for about a month because both Suz and Raglan itself gave me so much in terms of local knowledge, things to do, peace, and great connections. My daily routine mostly involved working in the garden and food forest. I did weeding, planting, digging, pruning, and composting. The work was straightforward and the communication with Suz was excellent. I worked around 3–4 hours daily. Suz was also really helpful in connecting me with the local community and initiatives like the crop swap, farmers' market, and community farming. Accommodation-wise, I stayed in a cozy little cabin with an open-air kitchen where everything I needed for cooking was provided. The toilet and shower were open-air as well. I had no issues staying there; it was actually really nice to build my routine around the weather and connect with the elements—it felt like 'fancy camping.' For food, I bought and cooked my own meals, but Suz was kind enough to let me use veggies from the garden, provided some basic ingredients, and even shared amazing meals with me every now and then. I cannot recommend Suz's place and Raglan enough as a space to connect with nature and slow down. A truly great experience!

We initially chose this workaway for the language exchange and we couldn't have asked for a better experience, it was beyond wonderful. Not only did we stay in a very beautiful place but you could always learn some new craft or story from any of the member of this wonderful family. One of the things Nina first told me was to be curious and it paid off, as every corner of Abbey House has some history or sight to discover. Take care of this amazing family (and outstanding neighbours) as I'm sure they will take care of you. Thank you for everything, hope to see you again soon. Tip: Waterproof boots (Merrell style) are a must if you are coming in rainy months.

Once again Workaway has delivered. What a fabulous time we had with Nellie and Nick, assisting in getting the garden ready for a photo shoot, and getting a couple of little painting jobs completed. Every night was filled with stimulating conversation and wonderful meals. The town of Port Fairy is a small, very picturesque coastal town which punches well above it's weight in terms of local attractions, quality restaurants and pubs and of course location. Should be on every ones destination list. Thank you Nellie and Nick for being such wonderful hosts and hopefully our paths will cross again.

To start with, Julia (Giulia) contacted me first and she was polite and responded nicely. Seeing her experience as an English teacher in Japan, I knew we were a good fit. Moreover, she knows how to teach a wide range of students, from young learners to examp preparations such as TOEFL and IELTS. During her stay, she helped us very nicely. She cooperated well and was active when it comes to teaching preparations and classroom management. She could adapt well in new environment with new students and teachers. She worked well with my staff. We even did one outdoor activity which was Chinese New Year celebration by making lantern craft for children. It was amazing. I strongly recommend anyone who whishes to have a volunteer to teach in their centers to invite Julia. She is independent, can adapt well, and is very good at teaching. We even learned from her about teaching phonics since she did it a lot in Japan. Her experience teaching in Japan helped a lot during her stay with us. Best wishes for Julia and feel free to come back here anytime soon.

I volunteered at this hostel for two months (extended initial 1st month) and had a truly positive experience. From organizing movie nights and outings to joining unique excursions, I was able to see firsthand how thoughtfully the hostel is run and how much care goes into creating a welcoming atmosphere. Claudia brings great energy, and Hugo has a calm, thoughtful presence, and both were incredibly accommodating — even replacing my mattress when I had back pain to ensure I was comfortable. The breakfasts are beautiful each morning, and my only regret is not learning some of the recipes. I’m very grateful for my time there and would happily recommend it to both guests and volunteers.

We spent three amazing weeks at Caro's place during a bit of a special time where she and her family were away on holiday. She trusted us with leaving their kitten in our care and introduced us to her parents and colleagues who we mostly communicated with the weeks she was away. At the school we helped out doing different tasks as they were preparing for the new school year. We built football goals, put together new furniture, helped out in the kitchen and did a bit of work outside gardening and organizing the recycling. The staff is super friendly, especially Mai who works in the kitchen who we spent most time with :-) The cabin is rustic but super cozy. You've got your own bathroom with hot water, a small kitchen with everything you need to cook simple meals and a TV with Netflix for rainy days. There's a supermarket a short walk away and from there you can get a bus directly to the center of Bariloche. We got around fine with the bus connections and did some beautiful hikes in the area on the weekends. Caro and her family are very hospitable and helpful. We truly had the best time and only give our warmest recommendations.

My time here flew by. I spent eight weeks with this wonderful family. There was so much to do. I planted, dug, and weeded. There was also some painting to be done. From the very first day, I felt like part of the family and was very much at home. Uli, Sebastian, Alma und Kaya, Thank you for your appreciation and recognition. I will miss you all. I hope we see each other again soon.

This place is amazing for everyone who loves surfing and communal life. Cesar is a super nice host who will help you with everything aand he is a surf instructor! We really enjoyed our time in Huanchaco and can definetely only recommend :))

Peter and Anne are both excellent people. They're really kind, welcomed us with open arms and made us feel like home. It was really interesting to talk with them and listen about their travels. Their property is such a pretty place to explore and hike. The work was clear and easy to do. We enjoyed a lot our stay there and we will miss throwing sticks for Ruby.

I very much enjoyed Jack and Nicole's visit to my farm for January and February. The weather was horrible but they cheerfully planted more than two thousand trees in the rain as well as helping out with lots other tasks around the farm. Jack is a very capable mechanic and serviced my tractors as well as fixing multiple other issues with various machines and equipment. Both Jack and Nicole were willing to take on a variety of tasks, including being left in charge of cattle, sheep and everything else on the farm when I went away for a few days. They completed jobs to a high standard and were always friendly and cheerful to have around. Thank you Jack and Nicole!

Cecilia is a great woman with a heart of gold and I can definitely recommend staying with her! I arrived at a time that was a little stressful as the main project was the bathroom renovation and additionally I was really overwhelmed by our language barrier as neither of us spoke the language of the other person sufficiently well. However, Cecilia was very understanding once I approached her and took the time to patiently talk to me and find a solution that worked for both of us. Once I was feeling better, we had a great time working at her place! One thing I sincerely love, is laughing with Cecilia and our situation was truly comical :D Last but not least Cecilia is a great teacher, showing me her skills in bread making, cooking ln her argentinian stove or how to properly take care of her plants and the medical purposes that they have :) I wish her all the best and hope that maybe one day I can come back!