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My partner and I stayed with Erika and Zoli for just under two weeks, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with them. They were such welcoming hosts and wanted to make sure we had everything we needed to be comfortable. The accommodation we were given was perfect for us. It was a small, self-contained studio, so we had our own space and could cook our own food. The location was outside the city centre, but the city was easy to get to by public transport. I enjoyed the flexibility of the work. They gave me a list of chores and yardwork that they wanted to get done. I could choose which ones to work on and when I would do them. So, I did them in the morning, and had afternoons off. Unfortunately, we didn't get to spend much time with Erika and Zoli, but they were busy in the lead-up to Christmas, and because they were in the middle of renovating another flat. However, we very much enjoyed the time we spent with them. This included joining them for a delicious, traditional Hungarian meal on our first night in Budapest, They were quick to respond to messages, knowledgeable about the area, and happy to advise. We both hope to see Erika and Zoli again one day in the future.

My experience with Midori-san was simply amazing. I learned so much about Japanese culture, philosophy, traditions and cuisine. Our daily routine started at 5:30 a.m. with the tea ceremony, meditation and yoga, and continued with household activities, moments of sharing and enjoying meals together. Her family, friends and the entire community around her all contributed to making this experience a true treasure. I truly hope to return soon. Thank you again for everything!

J’ai passé un mois avec la famille et je me suis sentie comme chez moi. Agustin est une personne très passionnée des arbres et il adore partager tout ce qu’il en sait ; je sens que j’ai beaucoup appris avec lui. Aussi, il y a eu un équilibre idéal entre les tâches en équipe et celles plus autonomes. Il y a pas mal de choses à faire tout le temps et les activités sont très variées. Moi j’ai voulu m’investir dans des missions très physiques et à l’extérieur. C’était super d’être dehors, sentir le froid et le soleil, voir le changement des couleurs des arbres à l’automne… J’ai aussi adoré travailler avec Sylvie et nos conversations ; elle est un rayon de soleil et aussi, une femme avec beaucoup d’intérêts et envie de partage. Avec Aymeric on s’est moins croisé mais les moments ensemble ont été très enrichissants :) En étant catalane, j’ai pu améliorer mes connaissances de la langue française et, plus important, j’ai pu comprendre mieux la situation politique et sociale du pays. C’était une expérience très complète et je pars en disant à bientôt et merci de m’avoir accueilli avec autant de chaleur!

Sara and Montana stayed three weeks with us, and it was an entirely positive experience. Towards the end of their stay, Montana has asked me what had stood out during the time they had been in Lachanada. I couldn’t answer right away, I am still trying to answer this question for him, or for me. No tension? Efficient workers? Friendly folks? Likeminded? Wonderful time? Nothing has stood out in particular, but when they left, we felt we had to, sort of, say goodbye to good friends. We liked their methodical way of work which they have adopted thanks to their previous work experiences. Both Sara and Montana are careful, efficient workers. Whatever jobs there were, we could count on them to complete them with good results. Bringing out stinking (sorry for that, guys) fertilizer to the olive trees, preparing the Bokashi compost from a mix of wood chippings, horse manure, biochar, seaweed and efficient microorganisms, digging ditches to guide the rain water, helping with packaging about 1500 liters of olive oil, no problem, they have always proved more than merely useful. Montana prepared delicious pizza for all, Sara equally delicious cookies. We prepared pesto from the many basil leaves growing in the garden, and after our meals together, they did the dishes so carefully. Well maybe one thing has stood out: For Eva and me, who are one or two generations older than Sara and Montana, it was wonderful to spend so much time with young people who share many of the same values, the same ideas. That was the most important part of the experience. And although we go separate ways in the future, we have wonderful memories of two young Americans. The best a host can say after a Workaway experience is this, I guess: You are welcome back anytime. For work, or just to be our guests.

If you want to learn about permaculture (thank you George!), have amazing food (thank you Emi!) and have inspiring conversations (thanky to everyone one else here!), then this ist he place you want to go to. I mostly worked in the garden (which I really like and preferred), but there would have been other tasks as well. George alsways asked the volunteers what kind of tasks they would like to do. We sometimes had bonfires in the evenings, baked pizza a whole day (thanks Elliot), sat together but also had enough time for ourselves - if you need that like me 😉

I stayed for 6,5 months at the chalets. Work was 5 hours/per day and 5 days per week + 3-4 times poolcheck/breakfast/welcoming guests. Duties were mainly cleaning but also maintenance (reparations of all kinds,and if you don't know how to do it Aron will explain it to you in a video call, most of the communication is via whatsapp) + occasionally office stuff and on some days everything at the same time(which can be a bit chaotic) The other cleaners in the team were great and it was really fun working with them. Aron was also there a few times and he is really friendly. The apartment is very nice and cozy and it’s an absolute benefit to have a car that you can also use in your private time and gas is paid - this is actually very unusual for a workaway place, so I really really appreciated this. As someone has mentioned before: it's very difficult to meet people in the area (it's a small village and it seems like even in nearby small cities there are not really opportunities to meet people) and if there is no other workawayer staying with you in the apartment, it can feel a isolated. So you might want to bring a project that you can work on ;) All in all, it's a great place to explore South Germany, do a lot of outdoor activities and save money for next adventures. Thank you Aron for the opportunity to work here!

We were lucky enough to spend two wonderful weeks at Phil & Kristina's beautiful home in Samford Valley (we wish we could have stayed longer!). We were looked after so well as guests but also able to treat their house like our home for the time we were there. Phil and Kristina are very interesting and inspiring people and we loved hearing their stories, over dinner, about their time sailing around the world. Amelia also thoroughly enjoyed having free range of the kitchen every evening to cook, and Matt enjoyed driving the tractor anywhere he could!! We still keep in touch, providing updates on our Aussie travels and will be sure to pop in to say hello when we pass by next! The work was varied, there was always plenty to keep us busy.. if you love being outdoors, in nature and living in a chilled atmosphere, then this place is perfect! Our days consisted of fixing bird boxes, replanting and rearranging hanging baskets, planting eucalyptus (taught by gardener Ken), mulching & fertilising the roses and washing the doggos (best job of course!) and we even got to get festive and decorate the Christmas tree! On our days off we did some of the hiking trails at Mount Glorious, if you go early you can see the Pademelons! We went into Brisbane by train and used the taxi ferry at sunset (SO recommend as a tourist!) or just chilled by the pool and did our admin, we loved hanging out on the terrace and watching the birds and the crazy storms! We could never get bored of that garden. Phil and Kristina, we are so grateful for you welcoming us into your beautiful home, cuddle your gorgeous poodles and allowing us to care for your garden and learn some new skills. We felt very at home and feel very lucky to always look back on our first work away in such a positive light.Thank you for allowing us to take part in your rainforest regeneration and we hope to see photos of the trees healthy and tall in a few years time!

The family is a magnificient place to stay ! I stayed there for three weeks and had a wonderful time ! Johanna and Toni were so comprehensive about my wish of spending/working most of my time outside. They were also super-organized and so easy to talk to! A perfect place for my first workaway experience ! Outside work, I enjoyed so much spending time with the family. I had the chance to play chess, walk around the house with the dogs, visit beautiful places and watch movies with the kids. I also had great conversations and shared activities with Johanna and Toni. I can say that I really felt part of the family ! I also had the chance to pursue some alone time climbing, playing piano and reading. I really enjoyed sharing my climbing passion with the family ! For all these reasons, the family is a wonderful host that I recommend stongly for workawayers ! To all the family, I really hope to see you all in the future and wish you wonderful holidays ! With love, Julien

Mira was the best roommate also best volunteer. Any task she did, she made sure it was done properly and perfectly. She didn’t need much supervision, once we told her to do anything, we knew it would be done best way. She also helped my family with my brothers wedding meal and loved by all of my family members. Very disciplined, studied almost everyday for 3-4 hours on top of tasks she needed to do. Cooked lots of different and delicious meals. She sure is being missed. Any host would be happy to host her.

Dear Shifteh, You brought joy to our farm. You are an extraordinary artist, and by writing our farm’s name and logo, you left us a gift that will always remind us of you. We love you and look forward to welcoming you again.

It was a great time. One week with Char and Harley. We worked hard to clean the veggie garden but we also had so much fun: -we had a ride with goats on the car roof -we burnt a huge bonfire - we baked German Christmas cookies. Thank you so much. You are great hosts!

Très bon contact avec Bérengère et son fils Thimoté. Nous avons partagé de très bon moment comme en famille. Thimoté énergique m'a rappelé les bons moments que j'ai passé avec mes petits enfants losque je les gardaient. Vous pouvez revenir si votre route vous ramène en Slavonie.

Thank you, Simone! Dear Simone, we wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your incredible time. Your energy and commitment left a deep mark on this place and on us. Thank you for the strength you put into working with concrete; your willingness to get your hands dirty and build alongside us was essential. But the moments we shared were truly special: those mate and tereré sessions that refreshed our conversations, and the pleasure of sharing a meal. It was a privilege to teach you the art of Argentine empanadas. Watching you learn the crimping technique and enjoy our typical flavors transformed volunteering into a true friendship. Thank you for your curiosity, your tireless help, and the warmth you brought to the farm. This will always be your home, and there's already a place reserved for you in the next batch of empanadas!

He was a hard worker with excellent skills in various areas, sociable and fun, my family and I were happy to have him with us.

Hannah and Theo has been the best workawayers! They have helped us so much. They are skilled and excited about rural living and work. Hope to have them again at our house.

Vincent, Our gratitude for the time and energy you dedicated as a volunteer. Your time here left not only footprints, but also a mark on our hearts. Beyond the hard work and the moments of relaxation: those shared lunches and dinners filled with conversation and the smiles you spread, especially that unforgettable moment when, after several attempts, you finally managed to uncork the bottle. It was a small victory that we all celebrated, reflecting your persistence and good humor. Thank you for your willingness to learn and for contributing to our project. People like you motivate us to keep improving. This will always be your home, and we hope our paths cross again soon. Best of luck in your future adventures!

Hosting Nick was such a blessing for our family. He supported us in many meaningful ways: taking beautiful photos and videos of our activities, helping with social media management and video editing, and creating engaging visual stories that truly captured the soul of our mission. Together, we also created a world map wall for our guests photos, which is now one of our favorite highlights at home! Nick connected deeply with our family as well. He spent quality time with my sons, teaching them the song of the continents, fun learning games, and sharing kindness, patience, and joy every day. We also enjoyed wonderful cultural exchange moments; sharing both Rwandan and Chinese meals, stories, and laughter around the table, which made his stay even more special. His positive energy, creativity, and genuine commitment to community impact truly touched us. We are very grateful for the time he spent with us and the value he brought. I highly recommend Nick to any host looking for someone reliable, talented, warm-hearted, and passionate about making a difference. Murakoze cyane, Nick. You will always have a home in Rwanda with us!

We haven't worked with a more systematic Workawayer than Bente. She approaches every project with a clear plan and executes it with a speed we rarely see. Most people sacrifice quality when they move fast, but Bente maintains high quality while outworking everyone else in the room. She is prolific in the truest sense of the word. Also, she is simply pleasant to be around. Whether she is collaborating with the team, interacting with guests in the ashram, or handling field work, she adapts instantly. Her technical contribution deserves specific recognition. In parts, Bente took full ownership of our video production, shooting and editing projects in Premiere Pro. She understands the technical tools, but more importantly, she understands the story one needs to tell. We are deeply grateful for her service. She is a massive asset to any organization she joins. Our invitation stands indefinitely; Bente is welcome back anytime she decides to return.

It was a truly beautiful experience to share time and work with them on our farm. From the very first moment, they put their hearts into everything they did, worked with great dedication and respect, and adapted wonderfully to life together. Beyond the help they gave us, we gained a lovely friendship that we truly hope to continue. Our farm doors will always be open to them. We wish them all the very best and great success in their beautiful projects with their own farm 💚 Thank you for all. No words.

I had a great time volunteering at the hostel! David, Berny and Proxy really helped make a fun and friendly atmosphere at the hostel. They are very welcoming of ideas for the hostel and it's definitely the sort of place where the more you put in, the more you get out 😄 The hostel truly felt like a home away from home during my stay and if highly recommend it.