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Annie and Brennen are all you can ask for! We knew we love this people even before they came and yet the experience managed to exceed our expectations. We instantly felt a conexion with both of them They worked so hard and did a fantastic job with everything they did! Plus they were fun to be around and very thoughtful! Eager to help, always did their 200%++ best. They took instruction easily and finished all jobs with such thoroughness. They are sweet people with a kind heart, very genuinely interested in the local culture and in the language. Thank you so much guys! We wish you the best there is in the world ! and hope to have you visit us again on your way back :)

Marina spent 9 days with us enjoying snow and freezing cold and only two hours of sunlight 😉 but she nevertheless appreciated the beauty and tranquillity of winter in rural Denmark (❄️ very unusual this year). She went for many walks, visited the town and went to second hand shops with us. We said ,Hi’ to the sheep, and carried fire wood into the house to keep us warm and cosy. We enjoyed Marina’s cooking a couple of times, yummy! Marina is a friendly young woman with both feet firmly on the ground. We enjoyed spending time with her. It was lovely to chat with her, and from day one, it felt like she had been here for a long time. She treated our home with great respect. Thanks for the sweet prezzies! 😋 She helped me cleaning a shelf and a huge book case, and unpack books….we played cardboard box tetris and chest of drawers-puzzle, got lost in the storage room-maze 😁 ….and we were delighted with the result - thanks to Marina’s hard work and dedication to the task, we achieved a lot in a short time. Thank you so much for your help, good communication and energetic approach to the project -the result is highly motivating! You are very welcome to visit another time! 🌞

I housesat for about two weeks, and honestly was a bit nervous before due to it being my first experience on Workaway. But from the second Emer picked me up from the airport, I knew this would be a life changing experience. Both Paul and Emer are radiant humans who do a lot of good for the world. Emer made sure before leaving that I was set up with friends, who I still chat with all the time. She also drove me to the Hill of Tara, which was a beautiful sight. I loved chatting with Emer, learning about the history of Ireland, and life lessons from a very wise woman. The property looks straight out of a fairytale, especially the garden that I spent a lot of time in. The work did not feel like it at all, I loved taking care of all the animals and still think about Sheba (the German Shepard) all the time. I was responsible for keeping the animals fed, mucking out stalls, and walking the dogs every morning. Morning walks with the dogs were always the favorite part of my day, as the neighborhood is beautiful and filled with greenery. I often spent time exploring the charming town, or reading on the lounge chair with the cat, Sandy, cuddled up next to me. Some neighbors host Workawayers sometimes as well, so it was great meeting them. I always felt very safe, supported, and welcomed thanks to Paul and Emer's kindness. My time in Ireland was the highlight of my entire year, I dream about going back. I am so grateful I was able to spend time there, and %10000 recommend helping out at Paul and Emer's!

Amazing experience! That is what staying with David and Sandra at their beautiful piece of land was. They are super kind hosts and made delicious food :). Many stories, laughter and good vibes were shared. Their dog Milo is super chill and sweet. As regards the work they were flexible and there was enough time to explore the area (nearby Barichara is a charming historic town). Very recommended!

Henry fue un voluntario excelente y realmente fue un placer tenerlo en casa. Sabe muchísimo de carpintería y me ayudó especialmente con el piso de madera de pinotea. Supo cuidarlo, entender el tipo de madera y trabajarla con mucho respeto y conocimiento. Más allá del trabajo, fue muy lindo compartir el día a día con él. Tuvimos muy buenas charlas y una convivencia muy agradable. Además, tenía su propio mate, lo cual me hizo sentir muy a gusto y me alegró mucho. Lo recomiendo totalmente para cualquier voluntariado que quiera recibirlo. Es una persona responsable, sabia, respetuosa y muy buena compañera. Sin dudas, volvería a recibirlo.

Catherine and Martin were super hosts. As a result of their specific, useful instructions, we were able to provide meaningful assistant with the animals and farmland. We learned new skills and felt confident executing them. The accomodations were clean, vast and comfortable and included a huge beautiful bedroom that looked out onto the farm, large private bathroom and kitchen. We had no need for the kitchen because we ate every delicious meal together - all fresh veggies from the garden and home grown meat. They included us in a family outing to their vacation home and helped us access local trails. Our 3 weeks flew by in their joyful and generous company. We highly recommend joining Catherine and Martin on their farm.

An incredible few days in a stunning piece of Brazil! I had such a great time with Isla, her family and the other volunteers helping out for the 10 days I was there. We spent the time helping Isla to create a really amazing place within the jungle, with lots of different activities throughout the week. It was a great balance of creative and hands on experiences, plus some time to relax by the nearby river and waterfall. Made some great friends and would very much recommend for anyone thats interested!

I stayed with Massimo for two weeks in October. This was my first WorkAway and I had a great time. I felt very welcomed and the farm is beautiful - there are olive and fig trees everywhere, a river running through the property with a waterfall and a viewing platform to watch the sunset over the hill. Accommodation is lovely as you get your own room. Massimo is an amazing host. He is interesting, friendly and open-minded. He tired to teach me a bit of Italian... I had uova a colazione everyday! Thanks to Massimo I also got to see a lot of places nearby - he took us to see where two rivers meet, to the Chestnut Festival in a local village, to a conference on Tibetan translation, and to the ruins are a former commune. There was a lovely little community of volunteers that made the stay even better. When I arrived there were 6 of us, all from different places (France, Ukraine , England, New Zealand). It was so nice to have shared delicious lunches with everyone (and the cat) in the sun. A hidden paradise. Grazie mille, Massimo.

During the three weeks this volunteer stayed with our family, the experience was unfortunately very negative. From the beginning, the house rules, daily routines, and childcare responsibilities were clearly explained. Despite this, she showed no initiative and had to be reminded every single day of even basic tasks. While she was present with the children, she did not properly care for them: she did not change the youngest child’s diaper, did not make sure the children ate, and did not pay attention when they were doing things they should not be doing. Her help around the house was minimal. She helped with cleaning only once, and avoided it whenever possible. Most of her time was limited to folding dry laundry (when I had already washed it) and washing dishes only when there were very few. She did not clean her room at all, not even on the day she left, and I had to clean her trash myself. She stated that she understood Spanish and English, which was not true. Communication was extremely difficult, as everything had to be translated into her language using a phone, and even then she often did not do what was asked. Additionally, she damaged all of our frying pans, constantly smelled of tobacco, and showed little respect for the household. Despite doing very little, she frequently said she needed to do fewer tasks. During her stay, I had to buy her expensive shampoo and yogurts, which she took with her when she left without saying thank you. She left in a rude manner, despite having been treated kindly and respectfully throughout her stay. Unfortunately, I would not recommend her as a volunteer.

Where do I even begin? I spent 3 weeks with David and Alex on the finca, and I had a wonderful time picking coffee, caring for the chickens and Principe, and getting to try out all sorts of creative projects. They’re incredibly welcoming and kind, and I felt lucky to have landed there in their little slice of paradise! The work was very enjoyable (picking coffee is almost meditative). The work was varied and no two days were the same, which I loved. Because there are so many different tasks, David and Alex also gave me a lot of leeway to choose what I was most interested in. You can really design your own workdays here. Not only is the farm a wonderful place to be, the town of Tepec is very pretty, with amazing views and nice hikes all around. In my time off I explored and had really lovely chats with a lot of the folks living there, and made friends that I hope to see again. David and Alex also showed me some of the other nearby towns and treated me to a lot of local cuisine! I loved sharing meals, either cooking or appreciating each other’s cooking. There’s a lot more to say but I’ll summarize by saying, if you want to have a relaxing, fulfilling experience in one of the most beautiful areas of Mexico, definitely stay with David and Alex! Gracias a ustedes por todo, espero a verlos de nuevo, en Mexico o Vancouver! Abrazos a Hermes y Pan!

Persona fantastica e piena di energia

I spent two weeks with Carlos and Paula helping on the farm, and it was a really great time for me. The hostel is located about 20 minutes from Popayán and it’s a perfect place to truly connect with nature. The place has a very calm, positive energy that makes you slow down and feel present. During my stay, I helped with syntropic agriculture and with different tasks around the hostel. I also really enjoyed the food and the shared meals in the main house, which were a great moment to connect, talk, and feel part of everyday life there. From the first days, I felt welcomed and treated like a member of the family, not just a volunteer. I can honestly recommend this place to anyone who values peace, quiet, good energy, and being close to nature.

If you need someone to arrange things, Isabel is the one to get on board. She took over my job when she started cleaning up the rooms before the new workawayers would arrive. Contacted them, to share the bus schedule or location of the house. All the new arrivals told me she was very welcoming. She's very much a people person. When I was not available she would coordinate the tasks and I've seen her at work. The well-being of the people comes first 🤗 ( first the hair, then the job ;) She's a good person, with a warm hart, that neede to be cooled in an ocean of cold water sometimes.

Thierry stayed in Bernachouat for just 5 days but we could develop in that short time an easygoing relationship based on common interests and confidence. He is able to do a lot of different tasks and was always ready and enthusiast to do something useful, no matter how much time it took and even under the rain! I appreciated this efficient help and I recommend Thierry! Thierry, cou can come again!

J'ai beaucoup apprécié l'expérience d'échange de service avec Chantal. C'est une personne discrète, respectueuse, sérieuse, adaptable, indépendante, autonome, et pro-active avec un grand sens des responsabilités. Malgré un séjour pluvieux, Chantal s'est accommodé a déployer sa belle énergie en tant que super fée du logis. Merci pour cette belle rencontre.

We had a great time at Mirjam and Nils' ! They are both very kind and friendly. We played board games, had great discussons together, and Nils showed us all the pretty places around. We'll never forget this incredible stay for plenty of reasons. We hope to be able to come again on this charming farm , just to visit or to help a bit more. Thank you for everything !

Fehmi and his family were such incredible hosts! They treated us like family right away and went above and beyond for us. We helped around the farm with Fehmi, especially with the chickens and sheep, and worked alongside him which was really nice. The food is also so good and traditional (along with lots of cups of tea you'll have it with :) We also did a road trip to the Black Sea and to Istanbul where Fehmi gave us a great tour around! We will never forget our time here and would highly recommend going to such a caring host!

I stayed with Elisabeth and her family for a month. I really enjoyed getting to know Elisabeth and Jos and spending time with their family. Being included in family moments, especially the birthday celebrations, made the experience feel extra special. They are both so kind, welcoming, and easy to talk to, and I always felt cared for during my stay! One of my favourite parts of the day was sharing meals together. Elisabeth’s cooking was always so lovely, and she made the most delicious tea. Jos’s coffee became a highlight too. Spending time with the kids was such a joy. Each of the boys has such a unique personality, and I loved getting to know them. They brought so much life into the home and made my time there very special. I really enjoyed my time with this family and am so grateful for the month I spent with them. I left with beautiful memories and a lot of appreciation for how kind they were to me.

Conocer a Caterina fue una experiencia muy especial!! nos alegra mucho haberla conocido, es una persona de gran calidad y con un corazón enorme, nos habria encantado recibirla por mas tiempo pero deseamos tenga un viaje lleno de bellas experiencias!!! la extrañamos mucho por aqui!! Totalmente recomendada.

Ben and morgan are amazing people. They are super kind and lovely and made me feel right at home. They provide you with very easy tasks and explain them very well. They are also very flexible. It very thankful for the time i had here and how much they helped me to make my experience special.