Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 4

Julie was such a wonderful companion working together here and also sharing some trip or fun time for any events happened here! She worked here for a month. She is very responsible on work, self-directed, and she can notice the small details. What I liked most on her is that she is cute, very kind, very considerate to others, and at the same time she is very frank on her opinion and so natural which makes people facing her laugh or makes them frank too . She got along so well with everyone who visited here and she was always the person who brighten the place. It was a great pleasure of mine to get to know her and have spent time with her. It would be a great fortune of you if you are to host her. Thank you for helping and sharing precious moments together and I am looking forward to seeing you again, Julie!

This is my 1st workaway experience, and I can say loudly and confidently that I never regretted this decision. Before confirming the exact arrival date, our host, An-Hao, would arrange a video call with every volunteer to clarify everything. So, the information is well-informed and clear. I value the clear and open communication. I have stayed for almost three weeks, and this period of time has become one of my unforgettable memories in my life: the farm life, the people whom I met and shared the common memories, the highlands, the nature, the sunset, the coffee and the lovely dog families. If you are also a dog person, you will fall in love with the dogs, Jacki (The young, calm father), Bread (The smart but foodie mother), Dragon (The friendly son) and Passion (The active daughter). Also, there are 2 cats on the farm as well. Beyond different international volunteers, the people on the farm are very warm-hearted, polite, and kind. They would try their best to help you if you have any questions or when you need help. Based on my own experience, it is a very good and valuable opportunity to gain a deeper insight into Vietnamese farming life, local Vietnamese life, and local food and fruits. Of course, you will gain more knowledge of the Vietnamese coffee and the coffee chain. During my stay, unfortunately, it was not the season for durian and avocado. So, I only saw the trees without seeing the fruits. There are varieties on the farm, and you will not feel bored. Some days, it needs hard labour work, but you will never work alone; it needs teamwork. You will have 2 days off every week means you have the freedom to do whatever you like. Also, our host, an-Hao, arranges lots of activities for people as well; you are free to join, or you can choose to have your own time. Don't be shy or worried, people are respectful. I have my best Christmas party and New Year's party thanks to the arrangement of An-Hao. He is a considerate gentleman. Last but not least, some advice for the interested volunteers, pls bring a warm jacket because it is quite cold in the evenings. And if your skin is sensitive to the sun, pls bring suncream to protect your skin.

Katherine was a great helper. She is a responsible person and is willing to help whatever necessary, taking advantage of her ability and experience. She was also happy with any food here and any events happening here, so it was comfortable to have her in our team. She is also very cheerful and cute girl and we shared a very fun time to enjoy autumn festival, autumn short trip, playing badminton, etc. Thank you so much for your contribution in my place and I wish you the best, Katherine!

We spent a week with Ava and Blake and felt very comfortable there. The accommodation is very nice and the two of them always did everything to make us feel comfortable. Working in the garden and house, as well as playing with Teo, was a lot of fun. We would recommend that everyone stay with the two of them.

It's my first experience stay and work in a farm, Dave and Nikki are really kind and nice. The cows and deers are lovely, the house can see the view of the farm, looks like the background of window! Dave even took me to kayak and showed me around the town, I am really grateful. Dave always did the hardest works and let me do the easiest part. He always sharing lots of different stories to me. Thank you so much.

Lexi was an absolute joy to host and support. She is incredibly detail-oriented and thoughtful in how she helps around the house—things were consistently done thoroughly and with care, often without needing direction. She has a real gift for organization. I ended up asking her to help me tackle projects I’d been putting off for months, including organizing storage and gear rooms, and she approached them with focus, efficiency, and a clear system-oriented mind. Lexi is also very outgoing and proactive. She put herself out into the community in a way that impressed me—joining a local adult soccer league and even arranging a sewing apprenticeship with a local artisan I didn’t even know existed. She brings curiosity and initiative wherever she goes. Outside of her hours with me and my kids, she was enterprising and independent, finding additional work cleaning and helping other local families. She balances responsibility with self-direction very well. Although she didn’t work for my vacation rental management business, she took a sincere interest in it given her family background in real estate investing and development of various kinds. Her contributions were thoughtful and insightful—she’s a clear thinker, creative problem solver, and genuinely smart. She helped me look at challenges in new ways and enjoyed working through design and systems questions with me. On a personal level, Lexi is simply lovely to be around. She’s easygoing and soft-spoken, yet comfortable joking, laughing, and connecting. She brings a calm, positive presence and was a pleasure to have in our home. My kids felt comfortable with her very quickly. She was natural with them—never trying too hard. She won my son over with her sportiness and playful competitiveness. She won my daughter over with her artistic, warm nature and love of books and creativity. She also won me over—I think we’ve created a life long friendship. :) I would wholeheartedly recommend Lexi to any host lucky enough to have her.

We were very grateful that Amelie saw that we needed someone last minute and was able to come on very short notice. We had some cancellations which left us a bit short handed, especially with me working a bit more these days. She arrived right after the Christmas rush so it was a more slow, relaxing time of year. Amelie didn’t mind at all that there wasn’t as much to do . She was definitely able to keep herself entertained. Her main focus was building her quinzee to sleep in. Which was really cool. I love adventurous people. ❤️ Amelie loves animals and loves being outside with them. If you have animals that need extra attention, Amelie is your girl. She was happy to just sit and cuddle the dogs or brush the horses. She’s also not afraid of doing extra work. There was some days where we had to do a lot more than usual and she was happy to do it. She’s an extremely nice person and we had some great conversations. Thanks for everything Amelie !

From the very beginning, our experience with Daniela and Ray’s family was incredibly warm and welcoming. Even though we joined quite spontaneously and together with friends, we were immediately included and never felt like an extra burden, but truly like part of the family. The work arrangements were always flexible and fair, and the work itself felt more like contributing together than “helping.” We learned a lot about gardening, especially about sustainable practices and the idea behind a food forest, which made the experience even more meaningful. Daniela also gave us wonderful recommendations for the surrounding area, all of which were absolutely worth it. The house they recently moved into is beautiful and offers plenty of space and privacy for Workawayers, including a private room and bathroom. The food was outstanding, with delicious home-cooked meals every day and freshly baked bread, which we especially appreciated as germans :)[special thanks to Ray ;)] Their daughter Konnie is a bright and open-hearted child, and spending time playing and talking with her was a true highlight of our stay. She immediately welcomed us so it was easy to have a great time with her from the very beginning. We are very grateful for the time we spent with this family and would happily return. We can wholeheartedly recommend Daniela, Ray, and Konnie to anyone looking for a warm and special Workaway experience.

We had a wonderful 3 week stay in Alyce's place . Work is super straightforward and clearly explained : Walking the dogs, feed them, cleaning up the house , doing some dog sitting when Alyce has to get away. Nothing difficult, nothing overwhelming, just pure pleasure as all dogs are sooooooooooo nice. We had the chance to take care of three / four export dogs that stole our hearts during our stay. Very difficult to leave Gracie, Sunny boy and Lady who were with us day and night right from the start. Be prepared to receive lots of love here.... Alyce is really super easygoing, flexible and will do everything possible to make you feel comfortable. Very very funny, courageous and generous Australian Lady who dedicated her life to dogs. Accommodation is top : Big room with private bathroom. Location is super safe and highly practical : .San Lucas Town is 20 mns away with everything you need (cafés, restaurants, big department stores ..... ) . During our stay, we had many highlights such as Xmas eve ( throwing Xmas presents to dogs was such a fun) , watching Last Episodes of Stranger Things all together, celebrating New Years Eve (sharing wine, cheese and cocktails ) .... Days pass super quickly, maybe too quickly at Alyce's place, just because you feel happy. Simply happy and free to be your self. Do not hesitate to apply, it's a great Work Away experience.....

I had a great time at Nich’s place. He’s a really interesting person to chat with and an excellent cook. I had a really nice and relaxed time in the rainforest which was beautiful with brilliant animals everywhere. Thank you, Nich, for being so accommodating and for making my time in Healesville such a great experience.

Qian is a very helpful and dedicated volunteer. She is optimistic, sweet, and full of positive energy, and she knows how to spread that energy to others. Together with her son, she helped me create a Chinese-speaking environment for my daughters, played with Cherry every day, and taught Luna in the evenings. Sometimes she also helped me cook for the children when I got home late. She helped a lot with gardening as well, taking care of the plants and the garden at our homestay.

Living and working alongside these amazing, hardworking people was one of the greatest pleasures of my life. It was truly an amazing experience and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in learning new skills, making true connections and help where help is really appreciated. In my three months here I had the opportunity to learn so many new things and was able to bring my own initiative in aswell. Volunteering here is truly unique and you won’t return the same person:)

Beautiful piece of basic living paradise! Amazing community, delicious family diners, mind-opening workshops, and fun times.

Susan is a lovely lady with very realistic work expectations. We had a great time with her and had a totally new insight on Suburban Australia and Australian politics. Susan even took us on a trip throughout Sydney, where we saw beautiful beaches and great spots to see the skyline. Of course there are the water saving measures but we were warned about that and they were by no means too extreme, we were definitely able to work with that. In general I can only recommend staying with Susan

Moana volunteered for almost three months, from October 27th until January 16th, working across our communications and education departments. In communications, she took on the challenging responsibility of managing international volunteer recruitment, handling interviews, planning, and coordination with prospective volunteers. In education, she taught at our village school 25 minutes from the main office and initiated karate classes for our students. What truly set Moana apart was her exceptional commitment and willingness to go beyond her six-hour daily commitment. She approached every challenge with enthusiasm and discipline, never complaining and always ready to support wherever needed. Her cheerful, positive attitude made her a joy to work with. Moana demonstrated remarkable cultural adaptability, blending seamlessly with both local staff and international volunteers—a rare quality that enriched our community. She even embraced the opportunity to stay overnight at the village school and participate in evening programs with students, showing extraordinary dedication. Moana is dependable, passionate, and deeply committed. We would be delighted to welcome her back at any time and highly recommend her to any host organization.

Keira and Jack came for a week; freshly arrived in New Zealand. They were fab. They worked hard (even through the jetlag!), followed instructions, were respectful of the house systems, and even accomodated my funny little quirks! During the time here they weeded, cleaned out the woodpile and stacked a large delivery of firewood with me, dug out (that bloody) astromelia, and helped in the garden with various jobs. They pitched in at meal times and with cleanup, and made dinner one night (delicious). They were sweet and kind with my dogs, good conversationalists and we had a number of fun games of Catan. If you have the chance to host them, I recommend you do :-) Thanks Keira and Jack

Robert is an exceptional man and a wonderful person. He has a great deal of life experience, which he shares. Although my English, like his Spanish, is poor, we had very interesting conversations. In short, Robert is a wise man. Three weeks with him passed quickly. The conditions he offers couldn't be better, and Robert is a great cook. And the work is done without pressure, with Robert always attentive to well-being and safety. Tanga, the loyal and affectionate dog who accompanies his owner, is always present. A hug and thanks.

Lo pasé genial en Burgos con Dani, sus amigos y familia lindos, y todos los maravillosos animales. Me hicieron sentir como en hogar con su generosidad y el ambiente abierto. El trabajo fue variado: principalmente enyesado, mezcla de cemento, tejado, pintura de paredes y recolección de ciruelas de los árboles frutales. No hay mucho trabajo de jardinería, lo cual me sorprendió, ya que esperaba aprender sobre permacultura. La mayoría del trabajo era sobre la reconstrucción de la casa, pero aprendí un montón. El trabajo es agradable y satisfactorio, y el horario puede ser muy variado. Fue muy divertido cuando me acostumbré a la casa. También hay mucho tiempo libre para recorrer los pueblos locales en bici, visitar las lugares de bañarse, leer en el jardín o coger el autobús a la preciosa ciudad de Victoria. Hice muy buenos amigos durante esta experiencia y estoy deseando volver. ¡Muchísimas gracias Dani por todos! Eres una persona muy auténtica. I had a great time in Burgos with Dani, his lovely friends and family, and all the wonderful animals. They made me feel at home right away with their openness and generosity. The work was varied and mostly plastering, mixing cement, tiling on the roof, painting walls, and collecting plums from the fruit trees. There isn’t much gardening work to be done which I was surprised by as I was hoping to learn about permaculture, it was mostly reconstruction of the house, but I learned a lot! The work is enjoyable and satisfying, and the schedule can be really varied. It was fun though, I really got into the rhythm of the house. There’s also plenty of free time to cycle around the local villages, check out the swimming spots, read in the garden, or get the bus into the beautiful city of Victoria. I made some friends for life during this experience and can’t wait to visit again. Thanks so much Dani for being such a kind and fun host! You’re a very genuine person.

I stayed with Saskia, Annika, & Aden for much longer than I originally planned. What was meant to be about a month turned into almost five because it was such a good fit and ended up being a very special time. From the day of my arrival, communication was always open and thoughtful. I felt very welcomed and supported and that my wellbeing mattered. Their Bowen home is beautifully designed in a central area, cozy, and filled with welcoming family energy that made settling in feel very easy. I mainly did cleaning, but also some organizing, cooking, occasional childcare, and helping with fun projects like the new sauna addition and redesigning the BowInn rental. I really loved learning more about property management and Saskia is always open to new ideas and discussions! The work/ life balance felt very fair and manageable with lots of free time. I’m particularly grateful for how fully I was welcomed into their lives, from birthdays and gatherings to hosting a really lovely American Thanksgiving while I was there. I loved meeting Saskia’s friends, participating in sports and events on the island, and feeling genuinely connected to the Bowen community. Bowen is one of the most beautiful places I have ever spent time in. It’s full of such unique nature, charming shops and restaurants, and is very close to Vancouver or other surrounding islands. Saskia has so much insight into Bowen, BC, & travel in general and is incredibly helpful if you ever need support or feedback on something. I feel incredibly lucky for this experience, the memories it gave me, and for the connection we have built. Even though I’ve left Bowen, it does not feel like the chapter is over! So much thanks to Saskia and her wonderful Bowen tribe. <3

Emily es una gran colaboradora. Muy responsable y que se adapta con mucha facilidad. Su carisma es increíble, sus postres insuperables. Realmente la extrañamos y esperamos su regreso