Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 5

I had read so many glowing accounts of people’s first Workaway experiences—but I truly feel I’ve just had the very best. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with open arms into this wonderful family and their charming French home, and I immediately felt at ease. Jean’s zest for life is infectious, bringing energy and joy to each day. Tanzi’s warmth and kindness shine through in everything she does—especially in the incredible meals she prepared for us, which were a daily highlight. The children are absolutely delightful: the nine-year-old daughter became both my French teacher and my yoga instructor, while their seven-year-old son kept me happily on my toes,on the basketball court and elsewhere. Life here was full of memorable moments—from lively visits to the bustling Saturday market and garden fair to joyful gatherings with neighbors. I especially loved spending time working in the vineyard and garden; it was deeply satisfying and gave me a real connection to the land. The surrounding countryside is stunning, and the weather during my stay could not have been more perfect. This experience has left a lasting impression on me. I will always cherish the memories and the genuine sense of belonging I found here. I highly recommend this to any Workawayer.

Paul and Rachele were my very first volunteers and are a super polite couple! They didnt mind getting dirty and helped allot with the painting of my place ... They are independent and fun to be around with. Rachele especially has good work ethics and Paul can cook. Deff recommend this young couple

I had a great time in Aix en Provence! The home is beautiful and very close to the city of Aix, and Marseille only a 30minutes bus away! Lynn and her family are great communicators and very hospitable. She was flexible and I had much freedom to roam, and was able to pick my days off and make up for work hours on my own time! Many great meals.. and she always made sure we had what we needed! Thank you, Lynn!

Hi Caroline, thank you so much for having me. I really enjoyed my stay with you and all the other volunteers. Your school and work in this fishing village is so precious. I liked to work with the children mainly in their break time playing games and doing handicrafts. I appreciated it that we also had the possibility to decide by ourselves what to teach or play with the children. For sure we arranged things with Caroline but she was not always around so we had to be self-determined. We lived like in a shared house together where everybody had to be respectful to each other and act responsible. Lucky me we were a very nice group of volunteers! Caroline, you are such a kind person, letting us drive with your scooter, cooking very tasty for us, helping to arrange nice trips and you are always keen to bring your culture and way of life closer to your volunteers. I met some really nice friends of Caroline and hope to come back one day!! What a strong woman you are handling your school and many other activities in the village in such a relaxed way!! All the best to you and keep going to connect people!!!

Karla is a nice person who always smile, she was cooking amazing cakes! She helped me a lot in the garden outside and we had nice talking during the evening! Thankyou for everything Karla !

Roberta, mil gracias por tu ayuda en enero, sin ti, no podría haber llevado todo para delante. Nos ayudaste con los perros, con la huerta, el jardín y la limpieza. Sin duda, espero que vuelvas. Un abrazo 🤗

Edina y Bálint fueron la pareja que necesitábamos definitivamente. Nos ayudaron muchísimo con Lulú incluso en su tiempo libre y con proyectos de construcción. Respetaron a los animales y la convivencia fue genial. Os esperamos de vuelta 😌

This was my first Workaway experience and I couldn’t have asked for a better family to start with! My stay went really well from beginning to end. The work mainly involved gardening and small maintenance tasks. Everything was always explained in advance, so I always knew clearly what I had to do, which made the work very comfortable and enjoyable. Brian is very kind, patient and always happy to explain again if something is not clear. He makes sure you feel comfortable and included. He is very easy to talk to and creates a really relaxed and positive atmosphere. In the evening, you can enjoy the delicious meals Kerry prepares after a day’s work – always a real treat! The family has such a warm, positive and lively atmosphere, and there is always a lot of good humour in the house. I highly recommend this family to any Workawayer looking for a great first experience in Ireland, you won’t regret it!

Emma and Jannis were incredibly welcoming from the very beginning. I had the opportunity to spend three weeks in their tiny house with them and their animals, discovering a reality full of love. During my days, I helped prepare the stable for the geese and mostly worked in the garden: raising the ground level using stones and pieces of terracotta or ceramic waste, cutting the dead branches of the orange trees, removing weeds, setting up the electric fence for the animals, and making a fire to burn leaves and dry branches that had accumulated due to the winter rains. I often helped in the kitchen as well, preparing things for breakfast and lunch (like a proper Italian girl!). It was a truly wonderful experience. I met two amazing people who shared their daily life with me, always showing interest and kindness. They involved me in many activities, and we also spent time together with their friends and their lovely little girls – cooking pizza, painting, eating out, going to the beach and walking through nature to get to some waterfalls, playing together, and even overcoming language barriers. I always felt welcomed and understood. Even though I had been a complete stranger just the day before, I felt like part of their world. It was a great pleasure to contribute to such a peaceful and genuine environment. I was able to truly experience the beauty of nature, leaving behind the comforts of home and rediscovering the importance of feeling good about what you do and where you live (ps. taking a hot shower outside after a day of hiking while looking at the stars is priceless!) I can’t wait to visit you again and see all the progress of your projects. A big hug!

I have spent a small week with Martina, Lucas and Willy but it has deeply impacted me. Such a warm welcome, with an instant trust. They made me test different therapies and meditation, and I have the feeling that they gave me so much for my life. Thank you so much, and I hope that futur will bring me back there.

I had a great experience at this English school, me and my daughter felt welcomed since the first day, Jonathan is super attentive, always ready to help. The school has a very friendly and positive vibe, all the teachers and students. It is also a very high level english school, all the staff is very professional. I definitely recommend this volunteer experience!

Martin & Juliette made it onto our list of favorite volunteers: super hardworking, cheerful, and willing to help. Awesome couple, learning to speak Portunhol (a mix of Portuguese and Spanish).

I stayed with Rafa and his mother for 3 weeks, and it was a wonderful time:) They were both very hospitable and helpful, I felt like at home. Rafa is a calm, chilled, very friendly person, and a talented musician. The work was as promised, no more than around 3 hours a day, 5 days a week - we did some gardening and painted fences, and the last few days we spent on recording a video clip for his music project. They eat 2 big meals a day (there's always more than you can eat haha), but you can always fix yourself some meal anytime you want. The food was VERY good, mostly traditional Argentinian meals. I stayed in a well-equipped cosy room with a balcony and a life-saving ceiling fan. The house is big, and Rafa has a cosy recording studio with a piano and 2 acoustic guitars on the other side of the garden. The neighbourhood is very calm and peaceful, with plenty of natural spots and opportunities to get lost in the cacti thicket 🌵 I was given a lot of space and freedom, which was really great - I spent a lot time wandering and exploring both with Rafa and on my own. I really enjoyed this stay and I fully and honestly recommend Rafa to anyone who's interested:)

We couldn't have asked for better volunteers than Elin and Sophie. They jumped right into life here with enthusiasm and a 'can-do' attitude. Elin and Sophie helped us with a variety of tasks, from gardening and painting to market/food prep. They helped us get organized ready for our upcoming guests, they work well individually & were an excellent team. They were hardworking, & considerate volunteers who went the extra mile, we highly recommend them to any future host.

Adela has been a very valuable member of our team during her time at our English School. She showed a positive attitude, responsibility, and a genuine willingness to support our students and staff. Her presence brought an international perspective to the classroom, and students felt motivated to interact with her in English. She was kind, respectful, and always open to participating in activities and contributing to the school environment. We appreciate her commitment, energy, and the cultural exchange she shared with our community. It was a pleasure to have her with us, and we truly value the impact she had on our students’ learning experience. We wish Adela all the best in her future projects and hope she always remembers us as a special part of her journey.

Erhard came our home , got on great with all our kids, got stuck into all sorts of work on our farm. Would highly recommend Erhard, hard working , engaging and fun.

It was a treat having Caroline stay with us. She is proactive, very easy to talk to, and was wonderful with our two young children. Always willing to help and very pleasant. Thanks for everything, Caroline!

Miriam stayed with us for a month and was a great help to our family. She was very caring with my daughter, showing such kindness, gentleness, and patience, and it was clear from the start that she has a naturally warm and nurturing way with children. She also helped with a variety of household tasks, always approaching everything with a positive attitude and a willingness to help. She was reliable, considerate, and very easy to have in our home. And gave all the pets lots of attention too so they didn’t feel left out!

Ya extrañamos la hermosa energia de Lai! Super compañera, talentosa, responsable y amorosa. Mas que agradecidos de haber cruzado caminos. Nos dejo un mural increiblee en las paredes de nuestro casita, cocino unos riquisimos pastries, nos ayudo con tareas del campito y le dio mucho amor a nuestra perrita, a nuestra casita y a toda la familia. Mas que super recomendada ! Te queremos Lai

Working for Jane was an absolute pleasure in so many ways! Her property is beautifully curated and a delight to be on - made up of lush bush, a flowing river (suitable for dips!), fruit trees and flowers. There was good variation amongst the daily projects that kept us engaged and busy. The added bonus was the gorgeous studio, Jane's humor&company, and the delicious dinnertime meals. Coromoandel is a special place, and we are very grateful for our time spent here - thank you Jane!!