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Our first-ever Workaway experience in France was everything we could have hoped for and more. We had an amazing time, learned so much, and felt genuinely welcomed from the moment we arrived. A special thank you to Jane, whose kindness, generosity, and incredible knowledge of the local area made our stay truly memorable. Her passion for the history, culture, and hidden gems of the region added so much to our experience and helped us appreciate the area in a way we never could have on our own. We leave with wonderful memories, new friendships, and a deep appreciation for the Workaway community. Thank you, Jane, for making our first Workaway such a positive and unforgettable experience!

You can't wish for better volunteers! Azura and Luis have been the sweetest people to have around, highly skilled, perfect work ethic- they did such an amazing job in my house! I can only recommend them and would be happy to welcome them back anytime. 💖

Dani was a warm and gracious host, who is organized and has scheduled work. Despite being busy with the shelter, she had us for tea and lunch and was available if we needed anything and to help coordinate a weekend trip. Her dad, pancho, and employees Meli and Nacho and very welcoming and we had a few nights spent at Panchos cabin enjoying music. You live and work along side the dogs on her property and will surely end the trip with wanting to take a few home. It is an active lifestyle on a picturesque property, as the trials for dog walking are on an incline. My favorite part, was getting a peak into Dani’s life because it is inspiring to see her create the life she wanted to have ( living and caring for 40+ animals) despite the odds and making a space for people to join her vision along the way.

Tobi is a beautiful human being! He stayed with us for 10 days and it was an absolute pleasure to have him. He is generous with his time and presence, mindful, cares for details, curious and very easy to live with. We had a few projects in mind for him to help us but we had an unexpected visit from the construction guy and finally we could tear down a wall we wanted to take out for many months...so most of the first week was focused on that. We all learned together and he was stoked with all the tasks we did and proposed him to do. He also helped us finish our last bed of the garden, transplant some veggies there, clean the chicken house, cut the grass/bush and prepare a future green filter/garden next to the chicken house. So yes, plans changed and he just adapted to every new turn of events with a big smile. We had deep conversations and also made jokes about mundane things... very easy going! We also practiced yoga together in the city and he joined Pol for an openning of a friend's new business and got along with Pol's friends easily :) It was a blessing having him with us. Thank you Tobi for being how and how you are!!!

We really enjoyed our time at Inken’s place helping her get the downstairs Airbnb apartment ready for the last 2 weeks. It was fun putting our renovation and repair skills to good use. The apartment we stayed in was lovely and Aljezur is beautiful. The outdoor deck and pool were a highlight for us! It’s also only a 30 minute drive to Lagos. Inken is a warm and kind-hearted person. It was really nice to be around her calm and positive energy! We enjoyed the opportunity to get to know her more throughout our stay. Having a hire car was very handy so we could explore. Walking to the shops and the beach is doable but not super practical, so we’d definitely recommend having a car. It was cheap to hire a car from Lisbon but Lagos is also an option for a little more. Before we left, we got to share a lovely dinner with Inken and another Workawayer. We also enjoyed the opportunity to cook a meal together during our stay. We also loved having Inken’s fur babies around. We would come back in a heartbeat and wish Inken all the very best!

Yuzuki only stayed a week with us but we thoroughly enjoyed her company. She completed the jobs we gave her quickly and thoroughly. She was polite and appreciative and cooked us a lovely Japanese chicken dish. We can heartily recommend Yuzuki to any future host!!

Thumbs up for friendly, communicative and motivated Kiley! She stayed almost one week and helped us with light household duties like ironing, cleaning kitchen boards and fridge. Besides that Kiley is a passionate hobby fotographer, which was great for my brandnew opened ice cabin studio "Ehinger Kältekammer": she took great fotos and videos for my social media contents which will be a big support! After trying my cryo cabin (from down under to -85°C...) Kiley was even more energized and motivated:-)! Highly recommandable that woman!

I had the pleasure of hosting Raj and I can wholeheartedly say it was a wonderful and enriching experience. He is polite, respectful and tidy and proved to be an exceptionally hard-working and dedicated volunteer, consistently going above and beyond what was asked of him. What truly stood out was his thoughtfulness and attentiveness — on evenings when he noticed I was particularly tired, he would spontaneously help around the house, cooking and cleaning without being asked. Beyond his work, the time we spent together was genuinely enjoyable. Our conversations were engaging, meaningful, and never superficial. I would recommend Raj as a guest without any hesitation whatsoever. Any host would be lucky to have him.

Fantastic place to stay. Flat terrain for cycling around, which was important logistically for me as I had many errands during my 4 month stay with Lorna. Her dogs were also a joy to walk. Taking Socrates and Birdie up the road for her came very naturally to me. The dogs are large friendly animals.

My almost three weeks with Spiros, Nikoletta, Stergios and Zois were really beautiful. First, I was a bit confused because they did not explain so much. But if you bring some flexibility, patience and things to do in your free time (No WiFi), you will have a wonderful time on the farm. I arrived in a quiet busy period for them, but they still didn't pass in their stress to me. Rather, I could work whenever and as long as I wanted to, meaning you need to be somewhat proactive and ask for what there is to do, and manage your own working rhythm. They are inspiring, hard working, warm hearted people that made me feel welcome and appreciated. As I was there in a period without vegetables and fruits (almost everything the family eats is self produced), and am vegetarian, I bought some vegetables and fruits to add to the delicious bread, eggs, cheese and other meals provided by them. There are many animals on the farm, and Stergios and Zois are amazing company, too. Thank you for everything and hopefully, see you soon, beautiful family!

I overall had a great time. The children are wonderful. I really enjoyed providing a workshop for them. I wish I coud have done that more. Everyone is very friendly and sweet. Its quite far from the next town and when everyone leaves it can be a little lonely, but its definitely relaxing and surrounded by beautiful nature. Thank you so much for the great experience :)

I had a wonderful time at the cottage. For a few hours per day I helped out in the garden. Emilie and her cat Doolin were fantastic hosts and great company. We shared lovely meals and interesting conversations together. All in all, I felt very welcome, safe and comfortable at the cottage.

We spent a month with Rachel, Chris, Elliot, and Oliver and their wonderful animals. Of their menagerie Ivory the chicken, Shadow the three-legged dog, Joey the cat, and Jaque the horse became close companions of ours. They made it very hard to say goodbye. Home for the month was a renovated pigeoneer — one of those charming old stone towers you see dotting the French countryside — and it was the perfect little base for everything that followed. The work was varied and satisfying: building a compost bin and a new muck heap, stable shelving, hauling gravel for the driveway, repointing the old farmhouse wall, pruning trees, and helping out with the horses and chickens. Nothing felt overwhelming — just good honest outdoor work with a sense of real contribution at the end of each day. The area is stunning. Historic villages and châteaux practically around every corner. Bring a car if you can — it opens everything up and makes exploration so easy on days off. Rachel is warm and genuinely great to work alongside. Her boys were so polite and helpful and Chris was a great conversationalist. If you’re looking to slow down, get your hands dirty, connect with animals, and soak up the French countryside without any of the noise — this is your place. Thank you Rachel and family for allowing us to have this experience. With appreciation, Kevin & Ella

This was my very first Workaway experience, and what was initially planned as a two-week stay turned into five weeks - which probably says a lot about how much I enjoyed being there. Phoebe and Patricio are wonderful hosts: welcoming, positive, energetic, and always active. They have two adorable young boys who bring plenty of life and laughter to the place. And then there's Donna, the sweetest dog ever - although I strongly suspect she's actually the one in charge of everything! This kite place is perfectly located right on the beachfront, making it an ideal place for surfers and kiters. The kite house has internet access, and hosts regularly organize social events, usually about once a week, were they treated staff, Workawayers and frinds to BBQs and paellas, which were great opportunities to connect with everyone. I was even offered free surf lessons, which was a lovely bonus, although surfing isn't really my thing... I stayed in the staff house, about a 10-minute walk from the Kite House. It has six private rooms (for staff) and one dorm room with five beds for Workawayers. The house includes shared bathrooms, a kitchen, living room with fireplace, washing machine, portable drying lines, and a large outdoor area with an outdoor kitchen and BBQ. There is no internet or air conditioning in the staff house, but portable fans are provided in every room. The beach is only a short walk away, and the area is generally quiet, becoming livelier during the summer season. The location is approximately 25 minutes by car from Denia. There is a bus service every two hours from morning until early evening, with more frequent service during the summer months. Within walking distance you'll find two small supermarkets, a tobacco shop, and a handful of restaurants that remain open year-round. My tasks were varied and interesting. I helped clean and organize the staff house, including bedrooms, bedding, kitchenware, and communal areas. I co-created house rules, helped shape and finish the outdoor kitchen counter using epoxy, fitted a hob, painted and sanded/varnished various projects, and assisted with several DIY projects both in the staff house and at their summer restaurant. The staff house is an ongoing project, so there were always opportunities to contribute and learn new skills. One of the biggest highlights was the people. I met some truly amazing, respectful individuals from different parts of the world, and everyone got along incredibly well. I made friendships that I believe will last a lifetime. Overall, this was a fantastic first Workaway experience. I learned a lot, contributed to meaningful projects, met wonderful people, and created memories I'll always be grateful for. Thank you to everyone at Kite project for making my first Workaway adventure such a positive one.

I had such a wonderful time with this family, and honestly, it was a truly special experience. They are without a doubt some of the kindest, happiest, and most genuine people I have ever met. Valeria is an amazing mother, Ezio is a wonderful person, and Elia… oh, he is simply the sweetest, gentlest little boy you could ever imagine 🥰 They made me feel at home from the very first day. Even though I only spent a short time with them, I already felt like part of the family, and I’m sure this is only the beginning of our friendship. The vegan food was always delicious, and every day was filled with warmth, kindness, and positive energy. Besides being truly wonderful people, Ezio and Valeria have created a beautiful home surrounded by nature and full of love. Their values, outlook on life, and way of living are inspiring and deserve great respect. I genuinely felt welcomed and cared for throughout my stay. They are open-minded, thoughtful, warm-hearted, and incredibly generous people. Thank you, guys, for our trip to the adventure park, for the lovely evening with your friends, and for all the beautiful moments we shared together. I’m leaving with wonderful memories and I truly hope to see you again very soon 💛

they were a Lovely couple.. A big help, not only in the garden, but also they showed off the skills using tools to extend the cabin/accommodation. They are always polite and friendly and keen to get on with things. both friendly and keen . I can recommend both Amber and Marty to any other hosts. to other hosts ; Should you need any more recommendations /Confirmation , please contact me directly. thanks again and good luck with your travels .. Mark and Kana.

If you want a real authentic experience of Bedouin life in Petra this is an amazing place to go! Every day we had a delicious breakfast at Ghassab’s sister’s house and then went into the silent hills of Petra either with the sheep or goats. Herding the sheep is more chill/easy (just a couple hours in the morning and afternoon to take them up the hill and back) and herding the goats is better for people who like hiking for the whole day and are confident on rocky/steep terrain. You also take a lot of breaks and sit in the silent beautiful environment while the goats eat. It can be hard to understand instructions sometimes but it’s fine, Norah is an incredible woman and you will have a real experience not a tourist one! I even saw Norah deliver a baby goat and I carried him home. I felt welcomed straight away by Ghassab and very comfortable as a solo woman - completely disagree with the previous person’s feedback here. The volunteer house is really nice and comfortable and it was brilliant sharing the experience with other volunteers. In the evening we returned for a delicious dinner. I would highly recommend this experience ⭐️

No tengo más que palabras bonitas hacia Saúl. He tenido el placer de tenerlo en casa varias semanas en dos períodos distintos (y espero que vengan más), y realmente ha sido una gran experiencia coincidir con él. Es una persona muy responsable a pesar de su juventud. Hizo sus tareas (y más) a la perfección, dejando el huerto bien preparado para siembra así como ha dejado el bosque como un jardín de lo bien cortado y mantenido que está. Ha hecho un gran trabajo físico exterior a parte de colaborar en el dia dia de la casa y cuidar a los distintos animales de una forma muy ejemplar. Hemos compartido muchos juegos de mesa (poker sobre todo, aunque muchos otros más, que por cierto, se le dan muy bien), charlas, risas, comidas y muchos otros momentos que hemos pasado en casa. Llego un voluntario y se quedo un amigo. Un autentico placer, y hasta luego, porque nos volvemos a ver seguro.

Yuanqiu has been Gardening, cooking, cleaning; but she can learn anything you teach her, and she will do it with curiosity and smiling. We do recommend her to any project.

It is truly a magical place to reconnect with yourself and with nature deeply. You’ll be sleeping right in the heart of the jungle, surrounded by monkeys, incredible butterflies, exotic birds, and all that the jungle has to offer (yes, including spiders and snakes too 😉). The vegan food is very tasty, healthy, and perfectly balanced. Mari is an amazing host and makes you feel at home from the very first moment. She is kind, open, and always willing to accommodate your requests whenever possible, especially regarding work tasks, schedules, and accommodation. All the people are very kind, always smiling and ready to help you make you feel home. There is always plenty of work to do. I was in charge of helping Mari take care of her lovely six dogs, each with their own strong and unique personality. I also helped with painting, sewing, and general maintenance of the structures at the Lounge. I loved working every day in such close contact with nature. The place itself is a real paradise in the jungle: you can enjoy a sauna, a natural swimming pool, and beautiful peaceful spaces for rest, reflection, and personal time. Volunteers stay in a dedicated structure where they also cook their own meals and share responsibility for keeping everything clean and tidy (the kitchen is open directly to the jungle, which makes cleanliness even more important). The location is remote and deeply immersed in nature. There is no public transport, so going into town requires a taxi or coordination with Ivan, the driver. There are also limited options to explore Chapada dos Veadeiros independently without a private vehicle. However, one amazing hiking trail to a waterfall starts directly from this place — absolutely not to be missed! It was a unique and unforgettable experience for me and I fall in love with this place, hoping to be able to come back soon! Thank you <3 Just come with an open mind, love for nature and awareness of the remote location, and you’ll have an amazing experience!