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I arrived at the ostrich farm in Desaru on November 21 and left on December 14, and during this time I had an experience I will always remember. I stayed in the tree house, which was a wonderful and peaceful place and made me feel close to nature and the simple life of the farm. During my time at the farm, I took part in many daily activities, including planting seedlings, feeding the ostriches and fish, taking care of the animals, fishing in the lake, and caring for the guava trees. These activities helped me understand farm life in a very hands-on and meaningful way. Singh, the farm leader, was firm at times, but the work requires it. He is generally serious, yet he also has a sense of humor that appears at the right moments. Mr. and Mrs. Francis were very cheerful and took great care of the young animals and the garden. I will never forget the delicious meat stew cooked by Mrs. Francis. Mr. and Mrs. Weng were extremely kind. Mr. Weng always remembered me with a lovely breakfast, while Mrs. Weng is a talented cook and has very beautiful handwriting. She even taught me how to write my name in Chinese. Imran is a kind person who usually comes on weekends, and his presence brings a nice spirit to the farm. Wen is a hardworking and dedicated girl. She joined on the weekend, was serious about her work, and has a gentle sense of humor, a beautiful smile, and an even more beautiful dimple. Ali was the backbone of the farm. He took care of the ostriches and other animals, cleaned their areas, cut the grass, and kept everything running smoothly. Thomas is usually quiet, but he is a true professional when it comes to craftsmanship. He always smiles and never finds anything too difficult to handle. There were also many workers on the farm with whom I shared fishing at the lake at the end of the day. Fishing was very enjoyable, and they were kind and simple people who sometimes even shared their catch with me. On my last day, Singh took me to a Christmas celebration for children at a local kindergarten. The place was amazing, with beautiful decorations and wonderful people. The celebration ended with fireworks, making it a perfect and unforgettable finale to my stay. I left the farm with a deep emotional connection to everyone. I felt that they were like my family, and I will miss them always. I may be leaving, but the memories and the people will stay with me. I wish this place continued success and growth.

Emmanuel did a real great job he was very caring about the Cat and looked after the House really well. We put the xmas tree and decoratiobns .i was a very hard teacher with him but eventually he inmproved It..do not doubt to get him as a workawayer..

Dear Colm, the five weeks I was there were so rich with memories that I felt as though I’d lived three full, fulfilling months. So there is a way to make time expand; somehow you’ve created the conditions for it. I’m processing my experience at a pace proportional to the time I felt like each day contained (one day to three), and I realize…you’ve taught me I can sing! Not well, but singing was never on my radar, just something I’ve accepted I don’t really do. Being exposed to music around the fire did something good for me. There’s much more to unpack, but I would just like to thank you for your kindness, generosity, 10/10 scrumptious meals, and last but not at all least for always lending me a listening ear—whether it was for loan or not.

Ellora is a vibrant young person with the ability to quickly adapt to any situation. It was a joy to have her here for 3 weeks. She is a quick learner and an excellent cook. Don't hesitate to host Ellora if you have the chance.

I had an incredible time at Marie Antoinette and Mark's place. From the moment i was picked up to when i was dropped off i felt instantly welcome with open arms. On my second day they gracefully took me with them to a local Sinterklaas celebration and it was indeed a bit nerve-wracking to being surrounded by only dutch people and personally addressed, though they all were super friendly and such a lovely inside view into the local life! The property is a dream and so incredible what Marie Antoinette and Mark did with it so far! I loved learning new skills such as (wood cutting, bark removing, learning more about fruits / self-made items, and nature in general) Yes the work can be quite taxing but both of them always made sure to take breaks in-between and switch up the tasks throughout. And actually sometimes I felt that I wasn't working enough for what I received in exchange. Their three companions (Piak, Luna, Olivia) were just adorable! Overall I had an incredible time, and was sad to leave after a short time. Definitely looking forward to coming back. If you like calmness, nature and friendly conversations I wholeheartedly recommend Marie Antoinette and Mark!

Matthew stayed for one week at my place and was a great experience with him. He was very helpful , did more than expected and was always there if needed. I can highly recommend him for anyone who wants to work with him together. Thanks

Luisa was the first Workawayer we hosted, and hosting her gave us the confidence and motivation to welcome more people. She is easygoing, relaxed, calm, independent, reliable, social — and our little one loves her (and vice versa). She wanted to do an internship/study project at a local school to complete her master’s thesis. After we confirmed she could stay with us, she contacted several nearby schools and quickly received an offer from one. While staying with us, she usually volunteered at the school or studied in her room in mornings, and helped us with household tasks in the afternoons and/or evenings. We really appreciate that attitude and are glad we could support her study project and culture exchange. In return, she helped us far more than we expected. Having her in the house felt like hosting a niece or a friend’s daughter for a few weeks — she became part of the family and is always welcome to visit again if she passes by.

For us this was the best workaway experience by far. We truly had the most amazing time. Karen Louise and the family made us feel right at home and Sonja was also a big part of this. She is a trooper and despite the limited time together we felt we connected. The place itself and the surrounding nature is stunning with a lot of history right at the doorstep. The majority of our time at the farm was taken by the rewilding/ seeding project. We created structures and depressions according to Emilia's masterplan. We had the freedom to plan and execute the tasks ourselves which was a good fit for us. We stayed for a month but if we could we would have stayed for ever. We would love to come back one day and see how nature is doing its magic.

Je suis restée un mois chez Odile et ce fut une super expérience . L'endroit est magnifique et très ressourçant. Odile est très accueillante , on a eu de chouettes discussions, Le terrain est assez grand et pas mal de choses à faire. On a pu manger pas mal de légumes et fruits venant des potagers et de la serre. Je conseille vivement cet endroit pour tout ceux qui aiment les montagnes et la nature et qui n'ont pas peur de se salir les mains

Guenther was a diligent worker and an enormous help in the garden!

Through playing with the children and the activities she proposed, she was very good at adapting to each child’s interests, suggesting activities that really suited each of them and motivated them. The children, it was the first time for them to speak and listen to Swiss German, and I think they did very well. She did really well with this because she created such a nice bond. She also suggested fun games, the children laughed a lot, and she was very autonomous and independent, but also integrated very well into the rhythm of the family. She is not complicated at all, trustworthy, and very easy to have at home. We really enjoyed having her with us and hope to see her again in Switzerland.

From the very first moment, we could see a really lovely connection with the children. Elena was very creative when playing with them, very gentle, cheerful, and attentive. Above all, she is a really nice person and was very sweet with the kids. She always came up with fun and creative activities, so the children had a wonderful time and learned Italian very quickly. She also fit in really well with our family life: always willing to help, very tidy, and always positive and smiling. We are very grateful for the time she spent with our family.

Wow, what an experience! More than a volunteering, it was an exchange of being. Being authentic, being open, being exploring. It is hard to put in words an experience that touched me on so many deep levels. In the beginning I was nervous, that I didn’t have some specific tasks, to “earn” the accomodation and food. My practical side was happy to get the task of organizing a cupboard:) and after that I could relax into the co-being as the true valuable exchange. We spent lot of time with Tagmac in spontanous healing sessions through sounds, conscious dance and even voice. Thank you Tagmac, for nudging me into exploring my voice and the power of its resonation! These were incredible journeys! I got inspired to create my first mural and I am happy Tagmac gave me the trust with his wall and a beautiful painting a of tree emerged from that. It made me so happy. It was an honor to sleep in the sound chamber with handmade gongs, I have enjoyed a lot everything, what an incredible stay! Wish all the best to you and your family.

I spent 10 days at Francisco's house in December 2025. It was a very good experience, and I had a great time! Francisco is a kind and helpful person; he spent a lot of time with me, offering advice on what to see in Granada and the surrounding area. For two days, we toured the city together, and he told me so many things (history, culture, food, interesting facts, etc.) about this wonderful city. In my opinion, the work wasn't tiring; I took care of Circe (Francisco's beloved cat, when he was in travel) and I cleaned the garage, terrace, some furniture, and the floors. With Francisco, I had the opportunity to improve my Spanish; in fact, in addition to being an English teacher, he's very available to help you with Spanish, offering suggestions and correcting your mistakes. Finally, if you're interested in exploring Granada, I highly recommend this project, as the house is well connected to the city by public transportation!

Sara came to stay with me for a cuppla weeks and I am so thankful to her for her help. Due to a work related burnout, I have terrible problems motivating myself on the computer, thus the lateness of this review also, apologies for that Sara. she helped me sort out my backlog and performed each task I asked her to do thoughtfully and respectfully. I would definitely recommend her as a workawayer and she is welcome back here any time.

I highly recommend Bryan to future hosts. He is a kind, caring, and trustworthy person. One thing that truly stood out was how much he loves animals, especially cats. He took great care of our cats with genuine kindness and attention, which meant a lot to me. Having Bryan stay in my home gave me real peace of mind. I felt comfortable and confident knowing he was there. He is respectful, responsible, and treats the home as if it were his own. Bryan created a calm and positive atmosphere, and his presence made the house feel safe and warm. I truly appreciated having him with us and would happily welcome him back anytime. I confidently recommend him to any future host.

I highly recommend Paolo to future hosts. During his time with us, he was consistently kind, friendly, and respectful to everyone. He communicated well, followed instructions carefully, and was always willing to help whenever support was needed. Paolo has a positive attitude and fits in easily with both the team and students. He created a comfortable and friendly atmosphere, which made working together very enjoyable. We truly appreciated his effort, responsibility, and cooperative spirit. Any host would be lucky to have Paolo. I would gladly welcome him again and confidently recommend him to other hosts.

Thank you for helping me work and you did a great job. I want you to stay at my house longer but I didn't have any more work. you can come and stay at my house whenever you want. Anyone who needs help with there work, you can ask Aturo, because he is very nice and his work was good ❤️❤️

Ana is an amazing volunteer, she completed all the tasks assigned to her, she has the initiative to do things without being asked, she's very responsible, and although she doesn't cook, she helped a lot around the house, in the yard, with the horses, and she has a very positive and cheerful energy! I highly recommend Ana as a volunteer!

James was here with me for about two weeks, and I have to say he is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled volunteers I have ever had pass through. He is EXTREMELY self motivated, and often up hours before me cleaning, sorting, and fixing things here with out me needing to give him any direction at all. So rare to have someone with such skill and energy come through. He helped fix so many of our electric issues, and plumbing problems. Got our swimming pool clean, our kitchen dome sorted, and so much more. Huge asset to anywhere he passes through...