Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 5

Sabrina and I had a great week together cooking, eating, site-seeing, working in the garden and talking, talking, talking. She is open, friendly and energetic and I enjoyed hearing her views on both her country and the U.S. She was always ready to help with anything and also independent and self-sufficient when I had plans. I wish her the best in her travels with family and friends.

A 10/10 experience! The project is inspiring, the location is beautiful, and Antonio is a fantastic mentor. I learned so much during my stay and felt my contributions were truly valued. I would return in a heartbeat :)

Ella and Alina stayed two weeks with us and it was nice having two friends coming together with their own stories and internal jokes. At that time we had another two German volunteers here, so it was a great opportunity to both practice some german and taste some german recipes :) Ella and Alina helped with a variety of tasks, from cleaning tiles, moving wood, finishing a threshing floor, preparing meals to sanding tables, just to name a few. They were willing to take anything and completed it with great success. Despite the difficulties faced here they were always in good mood and assisted the general atmosphere of the place. Thank you for your immense help during those days! Enjoy the rest of the trip.

Gosh, it's hard to narrow down how absolutely wonderful Mira was in their time here. They went WAY above and beyond, not just taking care of things that needed doing, but making the place just...better. Putting up signs, improving strictures and systems. And such conscientious care of our animals, and the animals just adored Mira. A real bond happened. And Mira became family to us, a great conversationalist, wonderful sense of humor, both very smart and very kind. It was a hard goodbye, but we know Mira will thrive in whatever they take on. It was a honor to be their host...

Baptiste est un workawayer parfait : Travailleur, ponctuel, serviable, organisé et à l'écoute.... Il a su rapidement s'adapter à nos besoins et à la vie communautaire. Les tâches confiées ont été réalisés dans les règles de l'art et il laisse une trace durable de son passage dans à La Désirade (construction de muret en pierres naturelles, accueil de la clientèle, aménagement de parterre, entretien des lieux communs....) C'est sans hésiter que nous l'accueillerons une prochaine fois s'il en fait la demande. Nous luis souhaitons le meilleur pour la suite de ses aventures. Bonne continuation Baptiste, tu es une belle et lumineuse personne. Aline et Jörg.

It was so wonderful to stay with Putra and his family! We did a lot of great things including: planting durian trees in the jungle to create a sustainable food source for the wildlife, fixing the road by filling in pot holes with concrete, teaching English with the children from the village, helping prepare local foods. During free time we went swimming in a lovely nearby river and when Putra received word of nearby orangutans we would rush off to find them from time to time. Putra and his team are putting a lot of effort toward uplifting the people in the community and safeguarding the natural habit of Bukit Lawang where he was born.

This was my first Workaway experience and I really enjoyed it. The host family was very welcoming and made me feel at home from the start. The work was fair, and I had a great balance between work and free time. I’m very grateful for this experience. 😊

The experience with Cora and Anton was more than I could have dreamed of! I stayed with them for 18 days and they immediately made me feel part of the family! They live in a wonderful house surrounded by forest (I saw moose!) where I went on long walks every day with their sweet dog, Karhu "Ciccino." I learned so much about how a family lives in Lapland, making me fall even more in love with this wonderful region. Cora and Anton work so hard to build harmony within their family and the community they live in, creating a sense of belonging that included me too. The best moments are those spent together with their children: Lova and Leo are two energetic, curious, and sweet children. Playing with them and reading bedtime stories are memories I will always cherish. Cora and Anton, thank you for your precious sharing. Romain and I hope to one day have a family as full of love as yours. See you soon!

I’m really thankful for the time I spent in Dafins. Being my first WorkAway experience, it really was a super pleasant time. I was there for a month in June 25, and had the chance to come back for another month in September. The environment is splendid: beautiful property located in a small village in rural Austria, where the forest in meters away, but not too far away from bigger cities. Varied little tasks (from taking care of the huge garden to small DIY builds) and big projects (building a huge dry stonewall, demolishing a shed damaged by a fallen tre) are possible there, and Markus is a really open-minded host that spare no expense to make sure volunteers are working safely (relevant PPE every time). I enjoyed the morning meetings following the breakfast and the lunches shared after the workdays, as well as the top tier accommodations (separate bedroom, fitness room, cozy living room, fully equipped kitchen, healthy quality food). Despite Markus not being able to be working with the volunteers due to his work, I was rarely alone because of the multiple other volunteers working with me, and I love the discussions and connections this context created. I had a really great time, met numerous kind and funny people, and I’m not exaggerating saying I will cherish the memories I made here forever. Special shout out to Magda, Rob and Luter, and of course big thanks again Markus for this amazing time! Sending love from France, Côme

Mi experiencia fue mucho más que un voluntariado, vi como una casa pasó de ser apagada a un espacio creativo y libre para dejar una huella siendo autentico. Es una vivencia humana y cultural muy significativa. Me sentí libre de hacer lo que quiera para que el lugar fuera mejor y si vas con la energía de aprender puedes sacar lo mejor de muchas culturas. Lo que más destaco es la intención real de hacer un cambio. Si llegas con ganas de involucrarte, aportar y vivir una experiencia auténtica en Buenos Aires, definitivamente es un lugar que vale la pena.

It was truly wonderful to have Bert and Nelleke at our finca. They are incredibly kind, enthusiastic people, full of great ideas and thoughtful suggestions. On top of that, they are very hard-working and proactive — in a short time, they accomplished more than we could ever have hoped for. They don’t just bring energy and dedication, but also a fantastic sense of humor and a genuine joy for life. Having them around was inspiring and always enjoyable. It quickly felt like we hadn’t just welcomed amazing helpers, but had also made new friends. We recommend Bert and Nelleke to other Workaway hosts. They would be a true asset anywhere they go!

If you love any kind of outdoor activities, dogs and nature, then this is the place for you! Johanne is a lovely and funny woman, tireless and always keeping herself busy. Her dogs are just amazing, and they will love plenty of cuddles and to play with you; I enjoyed joining Johanne in different activities such as hiking, kayaking, going for walks with her and the dogs.. everyday is different from the day before, and you can entertain yourself in multiple ways! there are always many things to do. The key word is being easygoing, adaptable and to love the outdoors! then you’ll love the experience!

Emmi is such a kind and jolly person and was an absolute joy to have at our farm. We looked forward to going out in the morning to see her. She brightened our day. She is intelligent and practical, and we quickly understood that we could give Emmi freedom to organise her own work. She is reliable and a hard worker, who sees what needs doing and just gets it done. One day we were pleasantly surprised to find our volunteers' kitchen well organised and labelled, as one of many examples that we're still benefiting from today. We've never met anyone who loves animals as much as her and she looked after our animals as if they were her own. She even spotted an ear infection in one of our rabbits that we had missed. Any animal that gets to be looked after by Emmi is very lucky. She's creative with a sewing machine, and repaired our clothes. She is willing to tackle any job. She will ask for any guidances if she needs it, but can also research the best way to do things she is unfamiliar with. We could trust Emmi with anything, and we really hope to see her again. We loved hosting Emmi.

I stayed for 3 weeks in Sopore and went to My New School in Baramulla. It was a great and memorable experience and I am thankful for all the hospitality and warmth. Everyone ensured I was safe and well cared for. From the first to the tenth grade I visited different classes. After a short introduction we mostly talked about Germany and India, culture, etc. The students had many questions and I in turn could ask them about their life and cultural background. The focus was on cross cultural learning, so it’s good if you can talk about your country. All in all be prepared to be spontaneous. You can contribute with whatever you’re good at or interested in. The highlight was a field trip to a park where we painted together and shared lunch (prepared by the family of a student!). For accommodation I could stay with Umars family. With them I got a glimpse of Kashmiri customs and language, food and traditions. In the afternoons or at the weekends we did some trips. We visited Wular lake, Srinagar, a remote village in the mountains, Pahalgam etc. At these places one could marvel at the natural beauty of the landscapes.

This was our first Workaway experience, and we stayed at Yoshi’s hacienda in Mexico as a family for 16 days - it was truly memorable. The property itself is beautiful, full of character and history. Yoshi is a kind and welcoming host who clearly cares about the place, his employees, and the people who come through it. The work was fair and varied. My husband did electrical work, and I repaired and painted old benches. It felt great to contribute in meaningful ways and see tangible results. Our kids really enjoyed the green spaces at the hacienda, and we all loved having a volleyball court where we played every day. We also really appreciated the daily homemade lunches that Yoshi provided for both employees and volunteers - it was a thoughtful and generous touch. Overall, we’re very grateful for the experience and would love to come back one day!

I originally agreed to volunteer at Ridiculous House for three weeks… and ended up staying for three months. That probably says it all. I absolutely adored my time there. I lived in a little wagon in the field (this was my own private space) which had electricity and heating, and even through the very wet, muddy, and snowy Devon winter (November–February), I was always warm and cosy. Most of my time was spent playing with the children, cooking communal meals, and helping organise and tidy the shared house. I really enjoyed the freedom and independence to organise my own time and volunteer hours. Dan is great at trusting you to manage your schedule in a way that works for you, which made the experience feel collaborative rather than rigid. You can fully become part of the community, or you can do your hours and keep more to yourself, there’s space for both, including quiet time in nature. I loved the social side: cooking together, gathering around the fire, and joining house meetings. There’s definitely a lot of chaos, fun, and food. I didn't have a vehicle whilst I was there but there were plenty of lifts and this didn't hinder my experience at all. But if you are wanting more freedom to explore the area this may be a bonus. As I was there in winter I mostly joined in the cosiness and running of the house but can imagine in the sunnier times you could be apart of the outdoor activities and events that happen. I would especially recommend this place to someone who is happy being around children, embraces a bit of chaos, enjoys getting stuck in, and appreciates community living. Also if you love music this is definitely the place for you!! Lots of instruments and fun jam sessions. If you’re adaptable, self-motivated and a little bit silly you’ll thrive here. And if you do get the joy of visiting please give JoJo and Kia (cats) a big cuddle from me.

Garance and Anelle spent 12 days at our farm where they helped with the routine feeding and cleaning the layer chicken, ducks, geese and the free range chicken. They also helped out mowing the lawn, pruning trees, planting some herbs to name a few. We also took them to our local village mousolla to experience iftar or breaking of fast together with the villagers. We enjoyed having them in our farm and i do hope they learn some new skills and knowledge.

Super recomiendo a Bianca, es muy trabajadora, eficiente, le gusta la musica y aporta un montón. Maneja muy bien todo lo que es redes, crear contenido, fotos, videos. Sumo mucho al proyecto!

La verdad que es una pareja muy linda, son muy buenos y amables. Le gusta la musica, bailar. Son colaboradores y te ayudan en lo que necesitan. Aportaron una linda energia a la casa, los super recomiendo!

Connor was one of our best volunteers, very handy , polite ,respectful, clean . he have great skills and very good communication . We were very happy to have him with us for a month, during this time he helped us with numbers of projects and did excellent job. We wish him good luck in his upcoming adventures and he will always be welcome agin .