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It was a true family-sharing experience at Riffaz house, I immediately felt part of the family and people in the district were all very friendly! The beach is at a 5min walking distance and despite the rainy days, I had fun walking around & playing Carrom and Uno with the kids! I have the head full of amazing memories!

Hi, I had the most amazing 3 weeks of my trip to SriLanka at this place. My time was shared between funny teachings & games, swimming at the river, having fun with the kids and sharing family's daily life. Thank you Janaka, Deep, Pramu & family around!! It was an amazing & fun experience: I was also invited to a wedding, rode my bicycle everywhere and ate plenty of sweet foods!! Recommended!!!

Abigail and Cedric are the ideal hosts: caring, compassionate, curious and welcoming, whilst also respecting one's space and independence. Their piece of land in Provence is absolutely stunning, and I had to pinch myself to check I wasn't dreaming when I would wake up and marvel at the view every morning. I stayed here 10 days during fig harvesting season (September). The work was enjoyable and gratifying (not to mention the figs which were delicious!). I could go on about the food, the natural setting, the abundance of activities to do during time off (cycling, local markets, beach, mountain hikes, etc), but the most special part of this stay was the beautiful community we encountered. Within a few days we had made connections and forged lasting friendships. Merci Abi et Ced pour ce superbe sejour!

Sara & Antoine stayed at my place for a week and a half. From the very start, they were super friendly, really helpful and a joy to have around the house. I was very impressed with their sense of initiative, they helped me with so many jobs around the house and finished jobs quickly and with high quality. They are also great cooks if you feel like some French crepes :) I can highly recommend Sara & Antoine!

I had the most fun experience in the hostel! It was my first workaway and I had a great time. I met a lot of interesting people and had a lot of fun with the activities we did at the hostel. Definitely going back if I ever decide to go back to Sri Lanka.

I spent about 3 weeks in December in Ojika island, it was the best possible start of my journey into Japanese culture and cat world!^.^ I’m an animal lover and I have experience handling dogs but didn’t know much about cats so I was a little bit anxious about it. But I met the most friendly rescued cats at Hiroko-San’s shelter and that says a lot about her love for them and the amazing work she has been doing along with the volunteers, both workaway and locals. Despite most cats being super friendly and interact with humans, a few of them are shy and won’t trust you right away, just give them time. Don’t forget about the shy cats when everyone else is playing, you will find ways to make them curious you just need to be patient and keep trying. In the end they all have different personalities, you just have to be observant and adapt each one of them. I can’t thank you enough for this opportunity Hiroko-San, I will always love your cats and I miss them every day. They became part of my life and they are in my heart. When you are not volunteering you will be making human friends around the island, yes friends. Even if you don’t speak Japanese you will find ways to communicate. Not many speak english but that won’t stop you from meeting people and getting to know them as you will meet the most kind, generous and lovely people. I spent very little time alone, Hiroko-San and everyone else around made sure I was part of their community and indeed I was. 3 weeks felt like a lifetime and I think I’m still dreaming of Ojika…. ありがとうございましたHiroko-San, Tsuki-Chan, Nobuko-San, Jesse-Chan, Sayaka-San, Ryoko-San, Akko-San, Makko-San, Mami-San, Kou-San, Kohei-Chan, Sanae-San….またね! 猫の日おめでとう!

Isabell hat uns 2 Wochen lang bei der Bewältigung des Dschungels in unserem Garten geholfen - bei jedem Wetter!! ! Sie ist mit ihrer landwirtschaftlichen Ausbildung im Background ein großer Gewinn für jeden Garten - oder Landbesitzer, sowohl mit ihrer großen Zuverlässigkeit, Ausdauer und Eigenverantwortlichkeit als auch mit ihrer zugewandten , lustigen und kommunikativen Art. Wir hatten sehr viel Spaß zusammen! Ich empfehle sie wärmstens weiter. Und gerne ein anderes Mal wieder hier, Liebe Isa! Gute Reise, Birgit

Rita is an excellent host. She's welcoming, funny, understanding, full of knowledge and an amazing storyteller. You can literally talk about anything with her. She has lots of ideas, is a big thinker and therefore very inspiring. Her therapeutic gardens are sth I've never seen or heard before, a true gem and I really enjoyed working there. We did lots of weeding, planted some trees and other plants, tried to fight the bamboo which was everywhere and then built terraces out of it. Truly the best thing in this workaway was meeting Isabel, an amaaaaazing woman, the nicest and most positive one I've met in my entire life. Together with Sjorscito we played cards in the evening or went climbing on weekends, which was always lots of fun. If you wanna practice your Spanish, this is the place to go, as we talked 95% of the time in Spanish. Todo en todo: bien plus!!! I can nothing but recommend staying with Rita, her 2 sweet dogs and her little parrot. Otra vez Rita: muchas muchas gracias para este tiempo maravilloso ✨ 🙏 Nos vemooooooos

Hugo and Zélie were a pleasure to host. They helped a great deal with stacking firewood and organizing different areas around the property, which made a real difference in my daily workload. Both of them were very kind, respectful, and easy to get along with. They worked with a great attitude and adapted easily to life here. It was truly enjoyable having them around. I’m very grateful for their help and would gladly recommend them to any host.

Nathalie, Paul, and Naim were wonderful to host. They originally planned a shorter stay but ended up staying almost two weeks, which I was very happy about. All three of them were incredibly kind, respectful, and very easy to live and work with. They helped me significantly with my new house, especially with the window frames, which made a real difference in my progress. Paul also gave me valuable help in the bathroom, and Naim was a great support with firewood. Beyond their work, they were simply very nice people to have around — helpful, flexible, and always bringing a positive, cooperative attitude. They adapted easily to life here and were a real pleasure to share the space with. I’m genuinely grateful for their help and would gladly recommend them to any host. I highly recommend hosting them wherever they continue their adventures.

Carolina and Ion spent two weeks with us and they did an absolutely amazing job! The helped with carpentry, painting, cleaning and organizing, and emptying a building that was full of old equipment, windows and doors. They cooked delicious meals too and we learned a lot about their culture and adventures. Carolina and Ion are very nice people and we had many great conversations around the dinner table. They left the rooms were they stayed spotless, and we couldn't wish for more pleasant workawayers. We hope to welcome them back when they pass through our region next time. We highly recommend them!

Paul is a very nice person who has many skills. He stayed at my place for around 3 to 4 weeks and did various tasks. Thanks again and always welcome.

Thank you for choosing us! It was wonderful meeting you. He kindly offered to do a language exchange with our students, and they truly enjoyed talking with you. I am genuinely impressed by his dedication to learning a new language, and we miss you very much. Wishing you a fantastic trip ahead! Let’s keep in touch. Thank you once again!

Nicolas stayed on our farm for 9 days, and I honestly feel very grateful to have met such a wonderful person. He is an incredibly pleasant and easygoing human being — the kind of person you genuinely enjoy spending time with. What impressed me most was his strong sense of responsibility. It’s rare to meet someone who takes full ownership of their work the way Nicolas does. He completed every task with great care, precision, and dedication. No matter the weather — wind, sun, or rain — he kept going without losing motivation. Looking back, I truly wish we had spent more time together. It felt too short. I sincerely hope Nicolas will return one day — maybe even to see the trees and flowers he planted with such effort and heart. He will always be welcome here.

As a first time Workawayer, I found Sam to be a dream host. From the very beginning, he was always a kind and generous host. I stayed with him for about a week when I first arrived in Auckland, and he had me help with cleaning his garage and gardening. The hours were never too much, and he always checked in to make sure I wasn’t getting too hot or exhausted in the heat. Sam is also an amazing cook! All the meals were delicious and definitely made me feel at home. We got to share many great conversations together over those meals. Sam was even generous enough to let me and my friends stay for a couple of nights when I got back from my road trip down south. Sam is one of the most caring, genuine individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, and anyone would be lucky to be able to stay at Sam’s.

We had an excellent time with Lorrain. We stayed for two weeks and spent our work time doing mainly construction and gardening. We did tasks such as pruning olive trees, using cob to fill in a wall and chiselling away at a wall to reveal the stone underneath. We would generally make the food as well. It was interesting and fulfilling work. In our free time we went for delightful walks in the mountains with Max the dog, who is a free spirit. Lorrain is good company and we would not hesitate to recommend a stay on his project.

From January 23rd to February 24th, I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. I am so grateful to have found this place. From the very first day, I was welcomed as part of the family. The owners, adults, and teachers dedicate themselves to these children with remarkable generosity and commitment. What they are building here is truly special. The children are loving, resourceful, and always ready to help and participate. Life here is not about strict schedules, it’s about being present, sharing daily life, meals, and moments together. You don’t just volunteer; you become part of the community. I always felt safe, supported, and welcomed. This place became my second home in Thailand. To future volunteers: come with an open mind, take initiative, and allow yourself to follow the rhythm of the community. If you do, this experience will stay with you for a long time.

Having Luzie, Clemens and their daughter Pippa stay in our finca was a truly great experience. From the very beginning, communication was easy, warm and reliable. They helped us with painting, house sitting, garden cutting and various general tasks around the house. Everything they did was completed carefully and responsibly. They worked independently, were well organized and always willing to support wherever help was needed. Beyond the practical help, they were lovely people, respectful, friendly and easygoing. We are very grateful for their support and highly recommended to any host!

Ed and Eve were real wonderful help during 2 weeks! A good mood, real easygoing, cooking good food, no problem even with physical works, and respectful of the place, people and animals. I didn't have all the time I would have like to work with them but they were autonomous enough to get all the jobs done even if I wasn't around. You are welcome anytime you are around again guys! Many thanks again, a plus!

I stayed four weeks with Clare, PK, Eloise, Katie and Loki in Winter and it was a great experience! They welcomed me in their cozy home and I directly felt included to their family life and valued to be there. I had my own room and a bathroom that was almost only mine:). It was a pleasure to support this family with every day tasks like cleaning, vacuuming, cooking light meals and tidying after dinner so that they could spend more time together as a family. I worked on my own most of the time and a huge part of my tasks were the Loki walks. Together, we explored the area, hiked through forests and fields, played in the garden and trying to work on some skills. He is a very kind dog and loves attention:) I was offered to take the car and to help myself with meals. Dinner was always shared together and they offered me to take part in their every day life like their cozy Pizza Friday with Movie Night and hiking or skiing at the weekend. Once I went swimming with the Kids and PK while Clare was abroad. I felt myself safe the whole time and it was really easy to communicate. Sometimes, I played or painted with the Girls aswell! They are really handsome and cute! At the weekends, I often went Cross Country skiing or took the bus (around 1h) to Oslo where I explored a lot. I was always offered to join them for little trips but they completely understood when I wanted to go on my own. Moreover, I learned some Norwegian and had nice conversations about Norwegian Culture and Lifestyle. I already miss my time in Norway and of course you guys! Hope to meet you again and best wishes 🥰