Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 4

Linn and Paul are a great couple. They worked really hard on our first project. We had to cut back our big trees that were hitting our house. They carted everything away (uphill) and sometimes in bad weather. We really appreciated their hard work and diligence. After that they were taught how to look after our hens, roosters and our cat. They showed real care for our animals. We were able to go away for a few days because we knew they were trustworthy, reliable, and had a genuine love of animals. We enjoyed their company very much. They are very sweet, polite and considerate to live with. We highly recommend them, especially for animal care, as I know that this is what they really love to do.

I feel extremely privileged to have had the pleasure of Brigitte’s help and joyful company in my home for the past two months.Her wealth of experience gained from her previous work and worldwide travel has enabled her to adapt to almost any situation.She is empathetic,incredibly versatile and fantastic fun.Our shared interest in photography and travel was also a real bonus . She proved herself to be an excellent chauffeur,wonderful cook, experienced gardener, cleaner, etc etc.She uses her initiative to notice what needs doing and just confidently gets on with the job.What more could one need? Brigitte likes warm weather, but despite a spell of unusually cooler temperatures, she remained unfailingly cheerful.She brought her own sunshine here with her warm smile,her positive outlook on life and her vivacious personality. I shall miss her in so many ways and hope we will remain in contact.There will always be a welcome here.Keep on dancing Brigitte!

Kosta was just with us a couple of days but was very willing to pitch in with our gardening / landscaping projects. He got along well with everyone and always volunteered to do the dishes after meals. We wish him well in his travels.

We shared two weeks with this family a few months ago and it was a unique experience during our journey - peaceful, fun, touching and enriching. Their home is a place to slow down, embrace simplicity, reflect and learn. Each day brought something new, shaped by the moment’s needs, with plenty to discover and to help out with. We loved cooking together, walking the dogs, gardening, playing games, crafting with bamboo and helping with social media. Above all, this was a human experience and getting to know them was heartwarming. Being with strangers is not always easy, but their natural warmth and the way they genuinely care about people put us at ease. Somlid generously shared with us his knowledge of bamboo, plants, and the art of living harmoniously with nature. Thanks to him, we did things we’ve never done before! Nina embodies kindness, bringing calm and inspiration to those around her. We could talk endlessly with her. Anou is creative, caring and sharp-minded, always ready for games or lively exchanges. Santi shows openness and boundless imagination, spontaneously connecting with people around him. Not to mention their lovely animals - we miss “der Kuno von Zürich” and all the others. We left with many memories and often think of them, even today we still say “Lumpä” to name a dishcloth. We recommend this Workaway to anyone looking for connection and community. Vielen Dank!!

I spent one month at Karoliina's place, and it was a truly wonderful experience. My tasks included taking care of the dogs, cleaning, and organizing the room. They were simple and I enjoyed them. Karoliina always made me feel comfortable and welcomed, and the people around her were lovely as well. Before my arrival, she kindly arranged the schedule very flexibly, which allowed me to spend time with another Workawayer and made my stay even more enjoyable. The nature in Kilpisjärvi was very special to me. I am grateful for the opportunity to meet everyone and to visit this beautiful place. Thank you so much for everything!

Wow, this one is genuinely hard to write. Octave was an absolutely fantastic Workawayer, teacher, and friend. From the beginning, he brought a calm, thoughtful energy into our home and our school. He helped out around the house without being asked, always with respect and good intention, and he made day-to-day life feel lighter and easier for both me and Kheng. In the classroom, Octave was a natural. He taught in a fun, engaging way and had a rare ability to connect with students quickly. The students loved his stories, his curiosity, and his teaching style, he made English feel alive and human, not like a textbook. He also brought so many interesting topics into conversation, and you could see students opening up and becoming more confident because of him. On a personal level, Octave honestly changed the way I think. He helped me open my mind to the world around us and reminded me what life is supposed to feel like, more present, more curious, more real. Even when our schedules didn’t align perfectly, Octave still pushed through to spend time together, get to know us, and be part of the rhythm of the school. That effort meant a lot. Octave stayed with us for around four weeks, and even then I wish it was longer (seriously). Outside of class, he was great company, kind, thoughtful, and always up for a good conversation. And yes… he’s also a world-class badminton player haha. All in all, this goodbye actually hurts, so I’ll say “see you later,” my friend. If you ever come back to Phnom Penh, please remember you always have a home here with us. Vive les traditions françaises et Octave ! Sauvons les sols !

Candice was an amazing host - she was clear with the kind of help she needed regarding the current project, in this case - helping with painting the walls and finishing the floor of the new cottage. She was patient and knowledgeable. She made me feel at home for a week and I enjoyed working on this cool project a lot. On the side, I had so much fun getting to know Maori culture and nice local spots around Rotorua a bit more and Candice was very eager to share her knowledge and overall life experience. Would definitely recommend!

Polina is adorable. She is lovely to have around, and got on very well with all our family and our dog Chai who is going to miss her as much as we do! Polina helped us with lots of tasks around the house including cleaning and cooking. She was very thorough in all her activities, and put in lots of extra effort to get things really nice. She is a very hard worker so keep an eye on her and if she works to hard make sure you give her some extra time off to make up for it! Polina loves to learn new things and had a lot of fun with my daughter learning to use a sewing machine. Ask her to show you the fabulous beach bag she made! Thank you Polina for being so easy to host, for making us lovely meals to eat and for putting up with us all being so crazy busy!!! We wish you all the best in your travels. Anyone who hosts you is very lucky to have you.

I had a great experience with PJ and her family. They were really welcoming and open minded. The work at the farm was really interesting since I haven’t done something like this before and it was absolutely doable. I really enjoyed also the ride to the farm itself. In the evening they cooked for us the most delicious food. And in general PJ and her family created such a nice atmosphere at the hostel. Thanks again for everything!!

I spent a week with Yosuke and Tina at the beginning of March and it was absolutely amazing!! The first night Yosuke took me out to eat ramen and waited for me to arrive even though I got there pretty late (11 pm). They showed me around Tokyo and invited me to eat some really delicious food. Filming videos was very fun, all you have to do is be yourself and say what you notice is different in Japan from your own country and culture! We had a lot of fun together and they taught me a lot of Japanese and about Japan's way of life (table manners are super important!). Overall, I recommend this opportunity to anyone who would love to discover Tokyo while filming some exciting videos with some wonderful people 😁

My friend and I spent a month in wonderful Gomba working at this place. Samuel and his wife, Lucy, are incredibly kind and hard-working people. They will make your stay in Kanoni a wonderful time. The work at the local schools is incredibly giving, and you will most definitely enjoy your stay. The kids are always smiling and want to hug and play with you every single day. Thank you so much to Samuel, Lucy and this place for having us!

Yasmine is a special person and was a pleasure to have her presence in our house! She is open mind and has a very nice smile all day long! She did a lot of thinks for us and also my son loved her company! Thank you soo much for your help , it was very precious! I hope we'll see us soon!!!

I spent 2 weeks with Agnes and Zoran in March. I've got picked up in Jelsa and I was greeted and welcome like an old friend. Zoran said "it's not about the place where you go to but the People" and he is totally right. I feel very grateful to meet you and get to know some of your extra life stories. The mood was very friendly all this time, I enjoyed the conversations and laughs together. We had nice coffee time in the mornings with Zoran, Agnes managed the workdays on the farm and she cooked very delicious and healthy meals every day taking in consideration my milk-intolerance issue. We were on the permaculture farm from 10 AM till 1-2 PM, that is in an advanced state now, we had fresh salad every day. We were pruning the olive trees and then used the chipped green stuff to feed the soil. Finally I've seen a lot in practice of re-generating farming technics. The old town is fabulous with it's narrow streets and stone buildings, everything is within walking and biking distance. Thank you for this classic workaway holiday / bike training / farming experience !!!

A lovely home away from home! I stayed for 1 week at Chris’s place! Which is a beautiful house with amazing views! Raewyn and Chris are amazing hosts! They quickly adapted to my Lacoste intolerance! Avocado brownies 😆 Jobs were varied, from gardening, pruning, helping around the house! Meals were homely and tasty! Thanks so much for hosting me!

日本語↓ We had such a great experience hosting Santiago and would 100% recommend him. I honestly can’t believe he’s only 21—he’s so mature, reliable, and genuinely caring about others. From the very first moment, it felt easy and natural to be around him. He’s always willing to help and puts real thought and effort into everything he does. For example, he filmed a short vlog for us and did it so well, really putting his heart into it. Any host would be lucky to have him! サンティアゴを1週間ホストしましたが、本当に素晴らしい方で、心からおすすめします。 まだ21歳とは思えないほど大人で、責任感があり、周りの人への気遣いがとてもできる方です。初対面から一緒にいてとても自然で居心地の良い存在でした。 どんなことにも前向きに取り組み、頼めばいつも快く手伝ってくれます。例えば、自己紹介のミニVlogの撮影をお願いした際も、とても丁寧に、心を込めて素敵に仕上げてくれました。 英語もとても綺麗で、カナダらしい聞き取りやすい発音です。日本語も話せます！ どのホストにとっても、きっと素晴らしいゲストになると思います！

This Workaway experience is probably the best you could ever get and Lorraine is such a beautiful person that no words could ever explain. Once you reach the location you feel like landing in paradise. The house is literally 10 minutes from the ocean, but in the most quiet place ever. it is surrounded by land, which Lorraine treats like a son. everything in that house is in total harmony. The la d is perfectly taken care of, and the animals are beautifully spoiled. The food is probably the best you could ever think of. There's not a single ingredient in that house which is not healthy and carefully selected. and then Lorraine... Lorraine is just a wonderful person. She is a great listener, a great advisor and an energetic helper. She is one of the happiest people I have ever met, and she's gonna make you feel the same. She has a strong but peaceful energy that makes any person who stands next to her feel at ease and home. The work is not though at all, but perfectly balanced. Lorraine is well driven by the principle that you have to treat others as you want to be treated, and the more you give, the more you'll get. therefore, if you show commitment and respect, you will be given the best experience ever. I totally recommend this experience to the bottom of my heart. it was my first Workaway experience, and it definitely set the bar extremely high! here you will feel this safe, calm, peaceful and ultimately loved... just like a second home !

I was hosted several days from Anne while I was travelling. Anne is a Great Host!! The castle is fabulous!!!! Anne speaks English and French as well which was a great help for me. Thank you Anne for your hospitality 🙂

I stayed at this hostel for 3 weeks and had an amazing experience. I worked on reception which I really enjoyed because it helped me meet new people, learnt something new and brought some routine into travel life. Lucky is a great host who really looks after both volunteers and guests and has created a very social and welcoming place. There are great daily activities organised, and double points if you enjoy surfing, or would like to learn. I made some great friends here and it felt like a little found family for a while. I highly recommend this hostel and thank you again Lucky for the experience! :)

Zoe stayed with us for approximately three weeks. From the beginning of her stay, communication with her was smooth and easy, which we greatly appreciated, as this can sometimes be a challenge with volunteers. She actively engaged in our activities and enjoyed spending time with our guests, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere. Thank you, Zoe, for your support and effort during your time here. We truly appreciate volunteers who give their best.

Susanna spent a week with our community and immediately became a part of it. It was a great joy to share our daily life with her. We especially remember her Italian cooking, skillfully adapted to the improvised and limited Laotian conditions. The children really enjoyed playing with her. Susanna was a great help to all of us. She is a wonderful, creative, and delightful person. Many thanks for all your effort and dedication!