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Aloha, join our family in Puna, on the Big Island of Hawaii, USA
Última actividad
: 30 mar 2025
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Número de referencia de anfitrión: 571871154697
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Comentarios (10)
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Maximilian & Vanessa)
We truly loved having Vanessa and Max as our guests during their workaway experience. They were fantastic communicators from before their arrival, ensuring we had updates and everything continued to be clear throughout. Max and Vanessa are both hard workers and we mutually enjoyed each others company and sharing about our lives with one another.
… read more They connected well with our daughter and left a positively lasting impact on her impression of the world, and on our land. They were open and wanting to learn and grow in life and their experiences. Couldn't ask for a better match! Mahalo!
Dejado por el workawayer (Maximilian & Vanessa) para el anfitrión
We stayed 3 weeks with Martha, Makena and Gig in Octobre 2022 and we had a very special and amazing time at their place. They are really beautiful souls. Because of already living on Big Island for a long time, we could feel their respect for the land and the Hawaiian culture and community, also by learning the Hawaiian language. We really enjoyed
… read more the dinners together (Martha is an exceptional cook), where we learned a lot about living in Hawaii. We had a lot of fun with Makena, who showed us many of her amazing talents, such as teaching us Hawaiian, singing and even acting.
We usually started our workday at 8 am with cleaning and tidying up the kitchen and living room. Afterwards we continued with daily tasks, for example feeding the chickens. After that we finished projects from the day before or got instructions from Martha and Gig for new projects (weed wacking/burning, planting and relocating plants, harvesting, ground gravel work and leveling a new land and many more). Our workdays lasted from Monday to Thursday and ended at 1 pm. But Martha and Gig are flexible with the work schedule and it was important for them that we could see and experience as much as possible during our stay on the island.
The accommodation was perfect for us. We loved the spacious room with an entrance to the garden and the private bathroom. We immediately felt welcome in their beautiful house from the first moment and Martha and Gig made us a part of their family during our stay.
We hope we will see them again one time - in Hawaii or somewhere else in the world.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Malou) para el anfitrión
With my friend Anna we spent a month with Martha, Gig and Makena. It was our first Workaway experience and we will definitely do it again! Martha and her family made us feel very welcome and at home during our stay. Makena is a very energetic and well-behaved little girl who we got along with very well. Martha and Gig advised us on many places to
… read more visit on the island and introduced us to many people. Eating dinner with them was a real pleasure, especially since Martha cooks extremely well.
As far as the work is concerned, it's mostly gardening, such as removing weeds, tending to plants and fruit trees. We also have to feed the animals, which are very nice. Martha and Gig are very accommodating in terms of work schedules and have allowed us to combine our work hours so that we can explore the rest of the island.
We had a great stay with Martha and her family and would highly recommend them as hosts in Hilo.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Camille & Victor) para el anfitrión
We stayed with Martha and Gig for 4 weeks. It was our first workaway experience and we couldn't have hoped for more.
First of all, Martha's family is very charming and welcomed us with open arms.
Martha is a very warm person, with good advice and an excellent cook. She always had ideas for chores we could do (mostly outside as the garden is lush
… read more and needs maintenance).
As for Gig, he was always very considerate and kind.
Makena is adorable, she is a ball of energy, we fell back into childhood with her.
We felt comfortable with this family because they always made us feel like we belonged.
We shared irreplaceable moments with them that we will never forget.
As far as work is concerned, Martha is very flexible and we were able to go back and forth 20 hours a week as we wished. We mostly did gardening.
Finally, there are a lot of places to visit around the house but the car is essential. The one that Martha rented us was very useful and functional.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Fotos
Your hosts, Martha and Gig
One of our cats, Maka, which translates to “eyes” in Hawaiian
The view into our fruit orchard from the porch
The outdoor shower, and there is a private indoor bathtub and shower in your bathroom
The cliffs and tide pools a few miles from our home
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Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Maximilian & Vanessa)
We truly loved having Vanessa and Max as our guests during their workaway experience. They were fantastic communicators from before their arrival, ensuring we had updates and everything continued to be clear throughout. Max and Vanessa are both hard workers and we mutually enjoyed each others company and sharing about our lives with one another.
… read more They connected well with our daughter and left a positively lasting impact on her impression of the world, and on our land. They were open and wanting to learn and grow in life and their experiences. Couldn't ask for a better match! Mahalo!
Dejado por el workawayer (Maximilian & Vanessa) para el anfitrión
We stayed 3 weeks with Martha, Makena and Gig in Octobre 2022 and we had a very special and amazing time at their place. They are really beautiful souls. Because of already living on Big Island for a long time, we could feel their respect for the land and the Hawaiian culture and community, also by learning the Hawaiian language. We really enjoyed
… read more the dinners together (Martha is an exceptional cook), where we learned a lot about living in Hawaii. We had a lot of fun with Makena, who showed us many of her amazing talents, such as teaching us Hawaiian, singing and even acting.
We usually started our workday at 8 am with cleaning and tidying up the kitchen and living room. Afterwards we continued with daily tasks, for example feeding the chickens. After that we finished projects from the day before or got instructions from Martha and Gig for new projects (weed wacking/burning, planting and relocating plants, harvesting, ground gravel work and leveling a new land and many more). Our workdays lasted from Monday to Thursday and ended at 1 pm. But Martha and Gig are flexible with the work schedule and it was important for them that we could see and experience as much as possible during our stay on the island.
The accommodation was perfect for us. We loved the spacious room with an entrance to the garden and the private bathroom. We immediately felt welcome in their beautiful house from the first moment and Martha and Gig made us a part of their family during our stay.
We hope we will see them again one time - in Hawaii or somewhere else in the world.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Malou) para el anfitrión
With my friend Anna we spent a month with Martha, Gig and Makena. It was our first Workaway experience and we will definitely do it again! Martha and her family made us feel very welcome and at home during our stay. Makena is a very energetic and well-behaved little girl who we got along with very well. Martha and Gig advised us on many places to
… read more visit on the island and introduced us to many people. Eating dinner with them was a real pleasure, especially since Martha cooks extremely well.
As far as the work is concerned, it's mostly gardening, such as removing weeds, tending to plants and fruit trees. We also have to feed the animals, which are very nice. Martha and Gig are very accommodating in terms of work schedules and have allowed us to combine our work hours so that we can explore the rest of the island.
We had a great stay with Martha and her family and would highly recommend them as hosts in Hilo.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Camille & Victor) para el anfitrión
We stayed with Martha and Gig for 4 weeks. It was our first workaway experience and we couldn't have hoped for more.
First of all, Martha's family is very charming and welcomed us with open arms.
Martha is a very warm person, with good advice and an excellent cook. She always had ideas for chores we could do (mostly outside as the garden is lush
… read more and needs maintenance).
As for Gig, he was always very considerate and kind.
Makena is adorable, she is a ball of energy, we fell back into childhood with her.
We felt comfortable with this family because they always made us feel like we belonged.
We shared irreplaceable moments with them that we will never forget.
As far as work is concerned, Martha is very flexible and we were able to go back and forth 20 hours a week as we wished. We mostly did gardening.
Finally, there are a lot of places to visit around the house but the car is essential. The one that Martha rented us was very useful and functional.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (zmariani) para el anfitrión
Martha, Gig, and Makena really do an amazing job at making you feel at home. They are such lovely, accepting people. I can't recommend them enough to anybody that's looking for a great place to stay while traveling to the Big Island.
The accommodation they provide you is astounding and so incredibly reasonable for the workload and
… read more responsibilities you have. Their property is beyond beautiful. This is such a great opportunity to travel and explore the Big Island while learning about the land and what it takes to live in Hawaii through gardening, landscaping, and sustainability.
I can't recommend them enough and it is so worth it!Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (NicoandTeresa) para el anfitrión
Our time with Martha, Gig and Makena was just wonderful. We are very grateful for giving us such a wonderful time on the Big Island. These 4 weeks were the best during our almost 2 months in Hawaii. The family is incredibly hospitable, warm, caring and we felt directly part of the family. We got to enjoy delicious dinners together with them and
… read more they also took us on family trips (snorkeling, hiking, Farmers Market).
We were able to work 4 days of 5 hours per week. Most of the tasks were gardening. Due to the large property, the work does not run out. The tasks included for example weeding, harvesting fruits and vegetables, mowing the lawn. Once when it rained heavily all day, Martha also found tasks for us to do in the dry.
We really enjoyed living out in the country and being able to enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.
Thanks to 6 year old Makena, we were also able to learn some hawaiian language and felt even more connected to the culture and the island.
Mahalo Martha, Gig and Makena for this wonderful time with you and we hope to see you again one day.Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Beatriz) para el anfitrión
Sophie and I had a wonderful time staying with Martha, Gig, and Makena. The work was fulfilling, and we really felt as though we were a part of their beautiful family. We had plenty of time to explore the island and were constantly in awe at how incredible Martha's cooking was. We couldn't have asked for a better experience in Hawaii and will
… read more always remember our time with Martha and her family as one of the best months of our lives. Thank you so much!Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Beatriz)
Bea and Sophie were fabulous guests. They are honest and clear communicators who fit seamlessly into the household, worked hard and had fun while doing it. They were a pleasure to have as part of our lives and we would recommend them to any host.
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Vanessa)
We loved having Vanessa as a part of our family. She is impeccable with follow through and the work she does. She is a clear communicator and a pleasure to be around. She quickly became a friend and a part of the family, while also being totally independent if we all needed to be doing separate things. Vanessa would always be welcomed back and we
… read more are so happy we were all connected. We look forward to continuing to cross paths.
Dejado por el workawayer (Vanessa) para el anfitrión
Couldn't ask for a better Hawaii experience. My 6-week stay with Martha, Gig and Makena made me completely falling in love with Big Island. I'm really grateful that they were willing to share their life with me, taking me to all the gatherings and I got to meet more amazing people. I felt more like a part of the family than doing workaway.
The
… read more work is not hard at all, a typical day would be feeding the animals, doing a bit garden work, helping with the chores, and spending some time with the adorable Makena. I got plenty of time to explore the island. The accommodation was really nice, a clean and spacious private room with direct access to the garden. I could see the Milky Way from my window.
This place truly embodies the aloha spirit. Thank you so much for letting me have a glimpse of a dream life. Miss you already!Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el workawayer (Cornelia & Fabio) para el anfitrión
Where should we start? Martha and Gig were amazing. They are amazing friends and parents to a wonderful sweet daughter. We were part of the family and have been able to explore Hawaii in an incredible way. They are proud of their home and allow a lot of time to explore the wonderful island. The work was fair and we loved helping outside in the
… read more beautiful big garden trying to beat the jungle and inside in the lovely house, it’s a wonderful place!
You’re all in our hearts! It is a privilege to be hosted by this family! Hopefully we see you soon!Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Cornelia & Fabio)
Coni and Fabio quickly became part of the family. They are a kind and thought couple who is low impact on your space, who work hard, and are a pleasure to be around. They fix things and keep the spaces clean without being asked. Garden work was done fast completely and as well as anyone has. I would recommend these two to any hosts they apply to.
… read more They are clear communicators and great with follow through. We would welcome them back without reservation.
Dejado por el workawayer (Maya & Joel) para el anfitrión
Martha and Gig are amazing human beings. They are extremely kind and responsible. They are wonderful parents raising a sweet, ridiculously funny child. I had the honour of babysitting Makena during the first three years of her life. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Gig and Martha lead a healthy, happy lifestyle. They consistently
… read more make healthy, homemade, delicious food. The house is beautiful and the garden is large and fruitful. The dogs and cats are very loving and friendly.
The spare room is clean and comfortable. It is located on the bottom floor and has a sliding glass door that goes directly out into the backyard.
Dejado por el workawayer (Dominika) para el anfitrión
Martha, Gig & Makena are a wonderful family. It was such a pleasure to spend time with them, I don't even know where to start my feedback!
Since the first day I came, they made me feel very welcomed. I was supposed to babysit their daughter time to time and to take care of the house and animals when they went for a weekend trip. Makena is cute
… read more little lady I had heaps of fun with, as well as Martha and Gig are two remarkable people that are interesting to talk to. They even took me for weekly family dinners which I appreciated as a beautiful gesture. Thanks to them I got a chance to understand the old Hawaiian culture a little bit more, to meet new people and to explore a stunning part of Hawaiian islands, that became my favourite.
You definitely won't feel isolated, but you also get your own space. Martha is a very flexible (and reliable) person, we always negotiated a plan that made both of us happy.
Also, the room you are provided is very nice and clean. And the food Martha made for us was always delicious (seriously, I really miss her healthy cuisine)!! I could go on and on and on, but the most important part was already said :-) volunteer for Martha, Gig and Makena is a great and enriching experience you can have at one the most beautiful spots on Earth.
Mahalo <3Solo puedes ponerte en contacto con workawayers con membresías activas.
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