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I stayed almost 3 weeks at sarah's place and left with tears in my eyes. In the beginning I needed some days to adjust myself to the routines and rhythm of the off grid life, but after that I just had the best time. I think the experience depends a little on the weather/ season and if there's other volunteers around, but in every case the animals are super sweet and the view is absolutely stunning, so if you're a nature & animal person this is for you! I'm hoping to come back soon:)

Staying with Perrine, Gabin and Gustave as my first workaway experience was very pleasant. They are an easy-going family, let you do what ever pleases you, whether it's joining family activities or doing your own thing. I was often on my own (with Mélisse their dog) and I was free to work in the garden or do whatever else I wanted to do. During my stay we weeded out different patches in the garden, I got to feed the chickens and the goats, we planted some flowers and cleared out old hay from the sheep stable and refilled with clean hay. Other than that I went on many walks with Mélisse, we went on a hike (there are beautiful mountains and hills behind their house), met family friends, they let me practice cooking and use them as taste testers 😅, practiced on the piano and made Origami and puzzles with Gustave. Thank you Perrine, Gabin and Gustave for being so open and accommodating and letting me be part of your daily lives.

Brittany spent here just a short time but we can say we had a great time. During this 6 days we were visiting the nearby lakes, had a hike in the closest forrest, were bikeing along the river bend, visited the old houses in the village, took the small locat train in the forrest. We did some gardening work: we were pruning the grapevines, she raked the leaves and did some earthwork, also we were cooking together and made fire in the stove. Brittany helped washing the dishes and removed the spidernets. We had some nice conversations, played a board game and I tried to share some local culture as well.

Karla stayed a whole month with us, and we were very happy to have her around. We enjoyed spending time and exchanging with Karla and we got to know her as a happy, honest, flexible, open-minded, transparent, interesting and interested person. She was just wonderful with the kids: kind, patient, funny, strait. They loved her right away! During her workaway-time, Karla cooked for us and we will remember her “Plinse” and her spinach pasta! We also enjoyed it a lot that she tidied and cleaned up the kitchen in detail several times a day. Karla often went for long walks with Arcadia. And she also did some special contracts, like cleaning a second-hand shelf or pumping up about 50 ballons for Arcadias birthday. After an operation on my right hand, I couldn’t use it at all for about two weeks, and I couldn’t carry anything with it for a month after the operation. I was very lucky to have Karla around during the first three weeks after the operation. She helped me so much, whenever and wherever she could! We will remember Karla teaching Sirius a card trick, doing a puzzle with Octave and celebrating Arcadias second birthday with us!

J'ai passé un super séjour chez Julia, qui m'a très bien nourri, et accueillit dans une chambre avec salle de bain très confortable. Je pense avoir bien progressé en anglais grâce à elle et ça m'a fait très plaisir de l'aider en retour. Le coin où elle habite est très joli, je partais me promener tous les matins avec mon chien pour profiter du paysage. Il y a beaucoup de choses à faire pour aider Julia, même ceux qui ne savent pas bricoler peuvent se rendre très utile.

Federica has a wonderfull presence! She took great care of my pets and the house while I was travelling and before that she helped me a lot in the garden. She re vitalized the garden with nice plants , and we had great meals as she cooks good italian food and is excelent company for a conversation ! I was lucky to have her as a workawayer here 🍀

Thank you for having us at your place. We stayed and completed the week as we wanted to make sure we supported you when help was most needed. After finishing the week, we feel that the experience wasn’t quite the right match for us in terms of working style, daily routine, and expectations around the living environment, so we think it’s best for us to move on. We still appreciate the chance to be part of your project for a short time and wish you all the best going forward. Thank you again and take care 🙂

A wonderful and relaxed experience. Something very different in one of the most beautiful places i’ve volunteered. A lot of good things came to me while being here. I felt at home in the Bedford and Pete & Deborah are kind, respectful hosts. Working with Pete out in the forest was much fun & Deborah prepared the best vegan curry. Even though circumstances are very basic and you have to pay for your own food, don’t let it stop you from coming here because being here has the potential to change you for the better.

Andrés, Alexa and Alina were all helpful and nice, and the environment is really calm, peaceful. Big plus that I received some real colombian foods there.

We are incredibly grateful for the time we got to spend with these two amazing volunteers. They were truly exceptional—working harder than we could ever have expected and helping us with so much more than we had imagined. They brought such energy and joy with them, and instead of us, as hosts, lifting them up, it was they who lifted us. They took on everything from heavy physical work to digital tasks and photography, and along the way, they taught us so many things we didn’t know before. They were always curious, engaged, and eager to be part of everything. We truly had four wonderful weeks together. The fact that they traveled all the way from Argentina to our little place means so much to us. We asked if they would like to come through Workaway—and just one week later, they were here. We genuinely loved every moment we spent together. They have enriched our lives here, and we wish them all the very best in the future ❤️ Doro, Malin, Magnus, Lotta and Patrick

Estuvimos en casa de Luz dos semanas y la experiencia fue muy positiva. Luz es una mujer muy curiosa y acogedora, con quien se pueden tener conversaciones interesantes. La casa es muy bonita y el entorno es precioso. Trabajamos por las mañanas en la huerta, quitando hierbas y recolectando vegetales, cocinamos, alimentamos a los animales y cuidamos a tres gatitos. Coincidimos en la casa con otros voluntarios, lo que nos hizo la experiencia muy divertida. Tuvimos las tardes y los fines de semana libres para explorar, ir de excursión y visitar pueblitos. Gracias, Luz, por acogernos en tu casa!

Mana stayed with us twice, and we'd happily welcome her again. During her first stay, we worked together on building the side structures and ramps for some wooden footbridges; proper carpentry that required measuring, problem-solving, and care. Mana picked things up quickly and was great to work alongside: good communication, shared ideas, and a careful approach to the work. Her second stay was more about house-sitting and looking after our ducks and geese, and this is where her self-motivation really showed. She figured out what needed doing in the garden without being told: cleaning beds, checking on young trees, keeping on top of things. The kind of volunteer you can trust to manage on her own. Beyond the work, Mana was easy to have around: respectful of the space, easy to communicate with, and she left her apartment spotless. She's also been to a good number of volunteer and community projects, and it was interesting to hear her perspective and comparisons — the kind of conversations that make hosting worthwhile beyond just getting things done. We'd recommend her to any host looking for someone reliable, careful, and genuinely interested in hands-on outdoor work. Thanks Mana, and hope to see you again!

I had a wonderful time at the Donkey Sanctuary. The work is super and can vary from day to day. Daren is a great companion, he told me all about the Donkeys, Antigua Wildlife and lots of other things and I really enjoyed working with him. The donkeys are super sweet and calm and are also a sweet company for your working hours. The studio has everything that you need but could use some more love. Brandy and Rufus are also sweet companions around the studio. The volunteer car gets you everywhere and really let's you enjoy the beautiful islands and its limitless beaches!

Ricardo and Anthea, an Italian couple who stayed with us in Biliran, were truly a joy to host. They brought with them a free-spirited, adventurous energy that naturally uplifted everyone around them. Fun to be with and easygoing, they also carried a strong sense of awareness—always sensitive to the needs of others and ready to help, even without being asked. One of the things that stood out most was how they inspired a healthy and intentional morning routine. Their discipline and positive energy quietly encouraged others to follow along, simply by example. It was something that became part of the rhythm of our days while they were here. Ricardo and Anthea are incredibly talented photographers and videographers. They generously shared these gifts with us, capturing beautiful moments and helping tell the story of our place. Their passion is genuine—you can see it in how they dedicate time every evening to edit their work, while still making space to enjoy, connect, and have fun. The energy they carry among a group is light, joyful, and magnetic. They bring warmth into any space and leave a lasting impression on everyone they meet. They are very good with the local people and had created a good bond here. We created a camaraderie and discovered hidden places together. We also noticed that they are one of our few guests who are directly in awe when they arrived and have full appreciation of everything they see and what we can offer. We are truly grateful for their time, presence, and contributions. They are always welcome back. Much blessings and love David, Lany, Lua and the Family

We hosted Siili for two months. Our first impression of her was that she was very neat, calm, and somewhat quiet. However, her true strengths became clear as we spent more time together. She has many wonderful qualities, but what stood out the most was her ability to sense others’ feelings, empathize deeply, and gently support those around her. Although this was Siili’s first experience as a babysitter, our children quickly opened up to her and grew to love her soon after she arrived. Our youngest, Sera, in particular became very attached to Siili and would happily call out “Siili! Siili!” every day, always looking forward to spending time with her. There were even moments when Sera chose Siili over me, which made us laugh. 🤣 Her presence and the strong bond she built with the children were incredibly reassuring for me as a mother of two-year-old twins. Despite her young age, she is also very capable when it comes to household tasks. Her attentiveness and care in everything she did impressed us many times. The days we spent with Siili felt natural, warm, and truly happy. She became a special part of our daily life, and we are sincerely grateful that we had the chance to meet her and share this time together.

Thank you Elisabetta for this workaway! ☀️ It was my first workaway and couldn't imagine a better one! Elisabetta is a very friendly, open-minded and funny person. I really liked working outside in her beautiful garden and spending time with her after work. There were different worktasks like cutting the plants and grass, painting, cleaning and she also asked me about my opinion for changing something in the garden. This was a very nice experience for me. Thank you for having me and my dog Phoebe. :) I wish you all the best, see you Elisabetta!

The month I spent with Hui flew by. I was fortunate to meet this very kind, generous, and wise lady. While in Malaysia, I learned a lot about Chinese culture, especially the tea ceremony, which Ong invited me to and later taught me how to serve Chinese tea. I made Chinese chounsaws for Ong and her friends. She is very creative; she organizes breakfasts and various events three times a week, adding color to the slow, peaceful life in Kluang. If you want to learn how to draw a mandala or about the positive ions of stones, come and stay here. She taught me some tai chi techniques, and we went hiking in Gunung Lambak, which is five minutes from the homestay. I helped with cleaning and cooking. The work was simple and routine. I tried cooking different Chinese food and even learned some Chinese ). I was lucky to participate in the Chinese New Year, and I met her friends, who were so respectful and welcoming. Whenever possible, she organized various tours for her volunteers, such as to a farm and various parks by the lake. The host and I shared dinner, listened to music, and sometimes played pin-pong. I saw a friend in her, and I hope to return to this place again someday.

Fue un placer poder contar con Jaime durante unos meses. Su presencia en el Refugi y en el kennel fue muy agradable para todos (para los perros también). Es una persona muy calmada, responsable, atenta y trabajadora. Es sincero con lo que hace y lo disfruta. Gracias Jaime por tu buena energía !!! Esperamos verte pronto :)

I had a great experience during my exchange at Marc and Kerrianne’s place. I felt comfortable, at ease and a part of the family. Marc is very knowledgeable with plants and has a lot of wisdom and experience to share about his work with native flora and fauna, natural building and healthy living. Kerrianne is passionate about her garden, efficient ways of leading day to day life and sharing a lot of engaging stories and experiences. They are both very respectful, caring and lead very healthy lifestyles. Jye, their son, is an awesome cook. He cooks a couple of times a week and the food is just fantastic (all the time!) The work I did was to my pace and comfort. It’s important to Marc and Kerrianne that you feel interested and comfortable in the help you are giving. They really make an effort for this. I felt that there was always space for me to be creative, make suggestions and help in ways that worked for both parties. Living and helping out in such a beautiful location - on their 80 acre property - with lots of forest, wildlife and other pet animals such as ponies, sheep and cows truly makes it easier to work on the land. Thank you Marc and Kerrianne for being so kind and considerate. I felt so welcomed, cared for and at home. I hope to be in touch and visit in the future. I wish you all the best.

Sidney and MIa have been a great match for our family! They are smart, kind, really nice with the kids, interesting to talk with ...if u have the chance to host them don't miss it! Hope to see you soon in the US or in Italy