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francois et sylvie sont deux personnes adorables avec qui nous avons passés de bons moment tant dans le travail que pour le reste ils sont toujours volontaires, courageux et ils ne font pas semblant je recommande à 200%

Desde el primer intercambio de mensajes con Lucas he tenido una buena impresión, muy claro, rapido y simpático. Me siento afortunada de haber compartido tiempo con una familia catalana en una casa con muchas personalidad en un entorno precioso; era justo lo que buscaba. He disfrutado tambien del trabajo en el huerto y de las conversaciones con Lucas. Todos han sido muy atentos conmigo cuando tube unos días malitas, gracies ❤️‍🩹 Lo que mas me inspiró ha sido la energía, pasión y positividad de Lucas en lo que hace y la vision de sus proyectos futuros.🌱Que vagi bé.

We stayed at Sara and Jörgen’s house for two weeks. During our stay, we helped with cleaning the windows and rooms, and took care of the dog. Even though this was our first time through Workaway and our English isn’t good, they welcomed us with such warmth. They also kindly supported us when we had some trouble before meeting them. Sara is a cheerful, fun, and kind person, and Jörgen is an amazing chef and musician. Edvin kindly drove us to many places, and we enjoyed talking with him about our cultures. Thea is really kawaii, and we will never forget the taste of the cookies we made together and time of playing card games with them. We were also very happy to meet Signe, who is the same age as us. Everyone around this family was so kind, and we already miss them, as well as their lovely dog and cats. They took us to various cities in Sweden, and we were able to experience a lifestyle we had always dreamed. They often asked if we wanted to help with any work, and let us stay in their beautiful home. We wonder if we were able to give back enough. We are really looking forward to seeing everyone again someday in Summer. Tack tack!

I had a nice experience at the quinta and I'm grateful for the time I spent there. I stayed for 2 months during the off-season, volunteering in exchange for accommodation and food. My tasks included gardening such as weeding, and planting as well as feeding the animals (chickens, horses, and donkeys), which gave me a great insight into how the farm operates behind the scenes. The work was generally around 5 hours a day, sometimes less when the weather didn't allow it, and occasionally longer days, which felt fair overall. The accommodation was great, volunteers have a separate living space, which was correct and comfortable. The food was vegetarian and often made with fresh, homegrown organic vegetables from the garden. The area is peaceful and surrounded by nature, and the friendly animals especially Pino and Caravaggio bring a lot of joy to everyday life. On weekends we went to Serpa for pizza or visited neighbors, which added a lovely, authentic touch. Ugo has a direct and straightforward communication style, and the house rules are important, which might not suit everyone, but he is also cheerful and positive, and I learned a lot from him during my stay. I was also lucky to meet MaryAnn, who has very kind, calm, and positive personality. Overall, I had many kind and memorable moments, which allowed me to fully enjoy and appreciate my stay. This place has a unique and lively vibe, and is great for open-minded, flexible, and hardworking people who are comfortable adapting to new rules. This was my first Workaway experience, and I can't wait to do more like this in the future.

Marguerite is a proud, self confident, and above all, loveable and warm-hearted Grenadian. Some may find her tone a bit harsh at times, but you'll quickly realize you're dealing with a strong woman who knows to stand her ground in a patriarchal society. She's pragmatic and direct, what goes around comes around. You can get anything from her and demand anything - but keep the principle of reciprocity on mind and actively offer a helping hand. Motivation and a willingness to work are essential. But you certainly won't work yourself to death here. The conditions are more than fair, and you'll have plenty of time for your own interests. You don't have to be an expert when it comes to gardening, harvesting, or botany in general. Learning by doing is the motto here. Initiative and a thirst for knowledge are valued. Anyone coming to Grenada should also be aware of the Caribbean's transatlantic history and bring a certain cultural awareness. Slavery has shaped everyone's lives to this day, just like the ingredients of the national dish. Understanding Patwa is certainly an advantage in everyday life, but not a requirement. Marguerite lives in a rather rural area, far from typical beach tourism and cruise ship madness. Here, you have a unique opportunity to connect with locals. But you also have to reach out to people yourself. Those who show respect will be respected in return. The mentality is open and positive. Western anonymity and ignorance are limited. Grenadians celebrate greetings and human kindness loudly, whether with horns or shouts. After a few days, it becomes normal to wave to complete strangers on the street. Plus you will hear Dancehall and Reggae everywhere, especially tracks from the 90s and 00s are still popular round here (also at night!). Rastafari culture and nature play a big role. You soon will experience Marguerite's affinity and deep love for her African roots and the landscape that surrounds her. She possesses an enormous amount of knowledge when it comes to plants. Her garden is full of fruits, vegetables, and herbs just waiting to be harvested. The property is situated on the edge of the bush. At night, the jungle comes alive, but you quickly get used to falling asleep to these sounds. Don't be surprised if you occasionally have "visitors," be they lizards, frogs, (small) scorpions or spiders. Nothing is dangerous out here; the only real nuisance is the mosquitoes. In this secluded place, you can truly be alone, both at work and at leisure. Marguerite is always up for a chat, but you can also tell that she appreciates her peace and quiet. If you want to explore the island, small buses run a 15-minute walk away on the Eastern Main Road. You can hop on anywhere along the street. They always honk to check if you need a ride. To get off, simply knock on the window. A little tip: you're most likely to find a seat between 9am and 3pm. During rush hour, the buses are usually packed, as they only have an average of 14 seats – and at least three of them are more like fold-out seats on the side. The bass and Formula 1 like atmosphere during the kamikaze ride are for free. The nearest supermarkets aren't around the corner, but people sell snacks all along the road. I recommend Neiva's stand at the first crossroads – her pea soup is a game changer. Jessy's Skinny Mini Mart is a 10-minute bus ride away, right at the entrance to the nearest beach, La Saggesse. If you explore side streets on foot make sure you bring a walking stick – the dogs here will test your patience. In summary, I can say you will feel at home here as soon as you crack open your first coconut for breakfast.

We defenitely recommend to stay here! We stayed for 10 days with Susan and her Family and really enjoyed it. Waiheke Island is a beautiful island and their house is located close to the beach with amazing views. The room is so spacious with a big and comfortable bed, desk, your private bathroom and huge windows with nice views. The Family is very friendly and welcoming and we had a lot of fun talking to them and learning about their culture. All food is inluded in the stay and Susan cooks delicious dinners almost every evening. The work is mostly weeding and can get a bit boring, but DEFENITELY worth it. Many thanks to Susan, Matt and Alex for offering such a nice and relaxing stay. We hope to see you again one day! Nele & Titus

We had a really great experience staying with Jennifer and Steve for about 10 days. From the very beginning, they were incredibly welcoming, friendly, and communicative, always making sure we felt comfortable and had everything we needed. The work mainly involved some light weeding in the garden, which was very manageable and never too demanding. The working hours were very fair, and we always felt well guided, with clear instructions and support whenever needed. The accommodation was amazing – we had our own private studio, which made the stay even more enjoyable. We also absolutely loved the pets, a super sweet and friendly cat and dog that quickly became part of our daily life :) The location was perfect: peaceful, and surrounded by nature, yet still close to Byron Bay, making it easy to explore the area. What we appreciated most was the overall atmosphere – it felt very relaxed, welcoming, and almost like being at home. We’re very grateful for this stay and would highly recommend this Workaway to anyone looking for a friendly, well-organized, and enjoyable experience.

We had a wonderful experience hosting Marcell as our guest. He helped us a lot with the garden and with various other projects we had during his stay. Marcell is very polite, respectful, and easy to communicate with, which made everything run smoothly. His time with us went really well, and we truly appreciated his positive attitude and willingness to help. We highly recommend Marcell as a volunteer and would gladly host him again.

I had a great time at the farm of Helen and Gabriël. I was there during a time with 6 workawayers, which was certainly a lot, even for the standards at the farm, but made my stay all the more fun!! Both the hosts were great people. Helen always greets you with her wonderful smile and has your best interests at heart. Whatever you may need, Helen will try to make you comfortable and is a great company with loads of stories and loads of cats ofcourse! She will never ever leave you hungry because you "need to grow" ofcourse! Gabriël is the farmer of the 2. He is quite knowledgeable on basically everything. No seriously, whatever the conversation was about, psychology, philosophy, agro-ecology, he was always there! Some might even say he is a wipwap-expert, although that probably means nothing to most of you reading this. You'll learn... The workload is great on the farm, amazing views, splendid people and loads to learn. Best Workaway ever!!

We spent nine days with Paul and Barbara. They live in a beautiful area, close to the water. They were both lovely hosts and we all got on very well. We all worked hard and got a lot done. It was fascinating to experience life in such an environment, which isn’t always easy and presents a variety of challenges. Even paradise isn’t without its hardships! Thank you for the warm welcome and for taking us back by boat. We hope that, with plenty of support, the tiny house project can be realised soon. Best wishes Andrea and Klaus

Ale is our all time favorite! We just love him! He’s been with us 5 times by now - to be continued! From the very beginning Ale just fitted in. He was working real hard, managing difficult and sometimes challenging tasks with ease! All our animals instantly fell in love with him! But above all he is so much fun and pleasure to have around! Ale is family by now :-)) Thank you Ale for being you 😘♥️

Travis My friend Henry and I stayed with Jeff and Darcie for about two and a half weeks and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Although their profile mentions hosting one person, they kindly agreed to host both of us, which we were incredibly grateful for. As two 18-year-olds from Australia travelling around Europe for a year with very little practical experience, we were a bit nervous at first, but Jeff and Darcie made us feel welcome right away. They provided us with comfortable, cozy rooms and everything we needed during our stay. Every evening we shared amazing dinners together, and the meals were always different and delicious. They introduced us to many new foods and experiences that I’ve come to love, especially French cheeses! They were always happy to share their cooking and food culture with us. We were also introduced to the pizza vending machine in town, which was honestly a very memorable and uniquely French experience. Vic-en-Bigorre is a charming town. It’s not very large, but it has everything you need and a great atmosphere. On weekends Jeff and Darcie kindly took us to explore nearby towns and even up into the mountains for snowboarding, which made the experience even more special and allowed us to see much more of the region. The work was fair and flexible, around five hours a day, five days a week. They were also very accommodating, allowing us to work a bit more on some days so we could have longer weekends to explore. Since we didn’t have much experience, we helped with a variety of tasks such as cleaning parts of the main house (sweeping, mopping, moving furniture), scraping paint from the roof, digging in the yard, moving dirt piles, pulling out vines, spreading mulch, and other small jobs around the property. After two weeks we could really see the progress we helped make on the house, which felt very rewarding. The pets were also absolutely wonderful, very friendly, slightly goofy as described, and great listeners after a long day of work! Jeff and Darcie are truly amazing people who went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. They shared great stories, welcomed us into their lives, and even surprised us with small thoughtful gifts along the way. This wasn’t just a simple “come and go” Workaway experience, it was a place to bond, make memories, experience local culture, and build genuine relationships. By the end of our stay, Jeff and Darcie are now family to us. Their home and the historic mansion they are restoring is a fascinating project with big plans for the future. I would love to come back one day when the restoration is finished and see how it has all come together. Thank you again for such an amazing experience! — Travis Henry My friend Travis and I stayed with Jeff and Darcie for about 2 and a half weeks. It was phenomenal. I could go into all the little bits and pieces of everything we did but in my opinion the work we did does not even matter. What matters most is how we were treated, and we were treated like we were family, not workers or employees or anything like that, but family. As we are two 18 year old boys a heck of a long was from home on a gap year, it was perfect and definitely made us feel a lot more comfortable in what we were doing. We were provided with absolutely everything we needed, beds, rooms and food. We could not have asked for Jeff and Darcie to do any better if we tried. On their profile, it stated that they request for only 1 workerawayer, yet they were willing to take both of us in, which just shows the character of the two of them. In terms of location, it is stunning. The town is beautiful and when you go outside and see the mountains in the distance it just feels so peaceful. We are so so grateful to Jeff and Darcie for hosting us, it was absolutely amazing and we loved it all. As a side note, the work itself is actually enjoyable because restoring a 17th century mansion didn’t ever get old, and the garden is beautiful. Finally, if I can add one more thing, it is that Jeff is an absolute wizard in the kitchen. Thanks again, Henry.

Natalya spent several months with us at the sanctuary, and she was an absolute gem. It is rare to find a volunteer who combines high-level technical competence with such genuine, deep-seated empathy for animals. She didn't just "do the work" she truly looked out for every animal here as if they were her own. As a vet her knowledge of animal care is extensive. She went above and beyond daily, particularly with environmental enrichment - making sure the animals were mentally engaged and happy, not just fed and cleaned. She also tackled the massive job of sorting and cataloguing our medication supplies, a detail-oriented task she handled perfectly. As a self-starter, she understands complex instructions immediately, you never have to tell her twice. Beyond the work, Natalya is a lovely person to have around. She is friendly, easy-going, and brought a wonderful energy to the sanctuary. A personal highlight for us was her special bond with the pigs - she absolutely adored them, and seeing that connection was a joy for everyone. We were incredibly lucky to have her. She is hardworking, highly competent, and genuinely cares. We would take her back in a heartbeat.

We absolutely loved hosting the K family, Keisuke, Kurumi, Kyosuke (Zac) and Konoka (Conny), and wish they could have stayed longer than the month they were with us. They were incredibly organised, thoughtful, conscientious, considerate and self motivated, and worked very well both independently and as a team. They all helped us with so many aspects of farm and home life including gardening, fencing, chickens, dogs, tractor work, mulching, painting, cleaning, tidying, baking and K was amazing with helping to construct our chicken caravan. Whatever was happening on the farm, they were involved and willing to help. The kids were fantastic, kind and helpful, and a joy to have around. They all played so well together, almost became like siblings. Zac and Conny helped so much in the garden, watering, growing seeds, protecting the tomatoes, weeding, helping me with dog training, and especially with Daisy's bandage changes and organising the study. Alannah enjoyed learning from Conny how to crochet, and she is now making a necklace for Pig. The kids also enjoyed spending time in the kitchen cooking, and also in the paddock with the horses together, it was beautiful to see their skills and confidence grow. We have so many treasured memories from their stay. We really enjoyed sharing a slice of farm life with your family, and spending time getting to know you all. We cannot thank you enough for everything you contributed and would highly recommend you to other hosts. We truly hope our paths cross again in the future and next time, as Alannah says, you will have to stay 88 days!

The workaway experience John and Micaëla provide at their gorgeous chateau goes absolutely above and beyond! What a wonderful two weeks I spent here, filled with fun, laughter, incredible food, even more incredible people, and work that was well suited to me and my skill set. If you're looking for more of a "family style" experience where you get lots of social & connection time with others, you are confident and you know how to take initiative- this is the right spot for you :) Thank you SO much John and Micaëla! I hope to see you both again, either in France or back in California <3

I had a realy nice stay with Erika and Greg and felt very welcome from the beginning. The most task was take care for the " creatures " , 5 lovely cats and two terrapins. The work was mostly in the morning and evening, so I could explore the very interesting Malta. Overall it was a great expirience and I am greatful for my time here. Thank you, Erika and Greg!

Is a great workawyer - Honest Hardworking and gets on great with others in the Team He made a fantastic effort to get involved with the team and local community He is a Great Guy and I highly recommend him to any workaway Hosts

Sasha Is a great workawyer - Honest Hardworking and gets on great with others in the Team He made a fantastic effort to get involved with the local community She hopes to revisit whilst in Japan and she is Most Welcome any time – A Great person

Milie Is a great workawyer - Honest Hardworking and gets on great with others in the Team She made a fantastic effort to get involved with the local community She works side by side with the guys often out performing them She is an Outside Person

Is a great workawyer - Honest Hardworking and gets on great with others in the Team He made a fantastic effort to get involved with the local community