Commentaires, feedbacks et évaluations Workaway - page 5

We were at Rennet’s place for the better part of a month, and it was just lovely. Rennet cares about her workawayers in a personal way. We had great talks, and heard some incredible stories. She also always made sure we were comfortable and especially well-fed – by all means, not trying to overstate, the food was amazing (also for Cons, who is vegan)! Rennet was also always very flexible with scheduling tasks and working hours/off days. Last but not least, Ayo and Yara were the sweetest; they always made us good company and we shall miss them dearly. Thank you for everything!

Miku is very open-minded and hardworking, and she does everything you ask of her. With her talkative and friendly personality, both our customers and staff really liked her. She also speaks English fluently. I strongly recommend her to all hosts on Workaway!

Yannick, Nikki and the Children were wonderful hosts. Cannot speak highly enough of my experience with them. Kind compassionate, inspired people who are making their own little corner beautiful. The work trade agreement was clear ahead of time, the exchange, i felt, was more than fair. The land that they live on is lovely and the vision for their multiple projects is inspiring and worth contributing to. I was very impressed by the school they were building as well as the scope of the musical project that Yannick hosted. Both hosts are warmhearted people, I also got the opportunity to meet some extended family and all were kind and interesting people. The work trade agreement was between 18-25 hours per week but normally ~22 hours (as advertised). I got sick when first arrived and they were kind to give me a bit of time off to recover. The highlight of my stay is something hard to pin point but probably lay in the sweet times i got to spend looking after the kids; cooking and gardening with them. Things worked well between us because we all were providing and exchanging, i think trying our best to co-live, coexist and be symbiotic. I would discourage people who want a "free-ride" or just a cheap place to stay- these people are very deserving of others who are going to actually contribute in the spirit of reciprocity- one thing i can say is that I was completely supported and comfortable during my stay.

This was such a wonderful experience in Opinogora, Poland and I’m so grateful to have been welcomed as a last minute volunteer by Adam, Anna, and Franek in the week leading up to Easter. They are incredibly warm and accommodating hosts who truly share their lives with you. From delicious homegrown food (and vodka:) ) to meaningful conversations, laughter, and insights into Polish culture, I felt fully immersed and very lucky. Adam has a great sense of humour and an infectious energy, and I learned a lot from him about farm life and I am very inspired by his beautiful artwork and life as a working artist. Anna is exceptionally kind and generous, and an amazing cook, despite my allergy she always made sure I was included with meals which I really appreciated. She makes fantastic food from fresh goats cheese to delicious cake! She also kindly helped me organise my free weekend, including trips to and from to the station, which was super helpful. It’s clear they are very experienced hosts who genuinely enjoy meeting people from around the world and have so much knowledge because of this. The work is fair and rewarding. During my time, tasks included preparing their agritourism space for guests, cleaning, gardening, tidying, clearing materials such as wood to make space on the farm, cleaning out the greenhouse, and removing old plastic sheeting from growing areas on the land. You quickly learn, ‘there is always something to do on the farm’ which keeps things varied and interesting. No day is the same. I was lucky to work alongside another volunteer, and we made a great team. We worked independently and they trusted us to get the work done but there were also moments when we would work as a team and have very lovely breaks together. In my free time I enjoyed drawing and soaking up the peaceful surroundings, as well as spending time with their lovely animals. Overall, this was a truly special experience, and I would absolutely recommend this Workaway to others.

Yujia was such a wonderful volunteer. She is from China and worked incredibly hard during her stay. Together with Paivikki from Finland, she always gave her best and approached every task with great dedication. She is very responsible, thoughtful, and intelligent. In my experience, many Chinese people are hardworking and kind, and Yuija is definitely one of them. She helped a lot with daily tasks like washing dishes and doing laundry, and I truly appreciated her support. We also had so much fun playing UNO together every night — those moments were really special. Although her stay was short, I sincerely hope she will come back to Japan again someday. She is always welcome here.

Kaja was a wonderful part of our team during her time with us. She has a very positive and easygoing personality, and is always willing to help wherever needed. She supported us with photography and video production, and the quality of her work was consistently strong. Kaja communicates clearly and effectively, and is very open to feedback. She is willing to adjust and collaborate to achieve the best possible results, which made working with her very smooth. She also works well within a team, is responsible, reliable, and always meets deadlines. We truly appreciate her contribution and are very grateful for her support.

Dear Viana, Thank you so much for the opportunity to become part of this beautiful community. Its people felt like home to me for four weeks, and I enjoyed my time there immensely. Our mornings were spent doing different kinds of work around the grounds :cooking, gardening, cleaning, and creative projects such as woodwork or sewing. Some tasks were challenging, but they were just as rewarding, and most importantly they were always done in the company of lovely people and often accompanied by good music. And even when the work felt demanding, you always knew you could look forward to lunch. The food was absolutely delicious. Vegan meals prepared with care and from the heart by the amazing kitchen team. In the afternoons we had the freedom to do whatever we preferred. Usually we would relax together, play lots of card games (Cambio!), chat, and enjoy the pleasant weather. Sometimes we went to the first or the second river nearby to cool down and refresh ourselves. The evenings were varied. Sometimes we sang karaoke, played board games, or watched a movie; other times we had long and interesting conversations around the dining table. You could always choose what you felt like doing, even if that meant taking some time for yourself or going to bed early. Whatever the choice, I never felt lonely or left out. Everyone was welcome. And the landscapes! It is surrounded by incredible mountain views that delight you every day. On your free days you can even hike those mountains and spend a night in a mountain hut, which I would definitely recommend. If you have a car or are open to hitchhiking, you can also visit Cannobio, a lovely town on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Thank you again, Viana and your family, for these heartwarming weeks. In the end it is all about the people and you can be sure that you will always find wonderful people here. Lots of love, Lina

With Jasmin I was very fortunate to have an exceptionally reliable volunteer at our cat shelter for a few weeks. From the very beginning, she demonstrated a high level of commitment, a strong sense of responsibility and great empathy in her interactions with the animals. She always carried out all the necessary tasks carefully and independently – whether it was cleaning the enclosures, feeding the cats or providing them with loving care. Particularly noteworthy is her keen sense of the animals’ needs; even with shy or fearful cats, she patiently took her time and quickly gained their trust. Furthermore, she was always positive, helpful and a great support. Her positive attitude and dedication made day-to-day life at the shelter and on the finca noticeably nice for us and the cats. We can recommend her without reservation and would be delighted to welcome her back at any time.

I spent a couple of weeks with Hilde and Micha on their beautiful boat and I felt right at home.They are a set of kind and good hearted people, it's been a pleasure being in their company. Besides working on my paint job and some gardening I also got the chance to visit Berlin and relax on the boat, which is hands down the coziest boat I've ever been on! It's been such a great experience and I'm definitely going to miss everything about it.

This was my first experience as a workawayer and I truly loved it! I spent 1 week with them, mostly prepared dinner and did some light cleaning. Declan and Michelle are hospitable, generous hosts and I felt welcome as soon as I arrived. Liam and Tadhg are playful, easygoing and adorable kids. I admire the way Declan and Michelle encountered them with love. Rauland was a calm village, I enjoyed walking and skiing there. I will miss those beautiful mountains! We also took a day trip to a nearby village and visited an industrial worker -museum there, it was really fun. They also took me by car if I wanted to go anywhere. I hope to see you again someday, maybe in Baltimore. Thank you <3

Es dificil describir en palabras todo lo que viví con Luciana durante mi estancia con ella. Viajé sola lo cual me permitió mucho tiempo de reflexión y definitivamente fue un tiempo que me impactó en mi ser y llevaré muchos aprendizajes gracias a este tiempo. Luciana y sus hermosas mascotas son seres especiales y te pueden enseñar mucho si abres a la oportunidad. Tuve la posibilidad de bucear con Luciana, algo nuevo para mí y la apertura a un nuevo mundo que me encantaría explorar más. Gracias Luciana por abrir tus puertas, compartir y las enseñanzas y huellas que me dejaron.

Yves is truly an incredible person! He welcomed me into his home with open arms and took me on a journey of discovery in and around Nantes. He truly loves the Italian language and culture—he speaks almost perfect Italian. He also has tons of wonderful stories to tell and lives in a beautiful house near paths straight out of a fantasy novel. Highly recommended.

We volunteered with the family for about two weeks and it was very hard for us to leave. Shota and Yuchi and of course sweet Ai Chang unite everyone, always in a good mood and with a smile. They made us feel at home and part of the family and it was inspiring to see a young couple building something amazing and meaningful with full passion to preserve the traditional Japanese way of life like this community and we woke up in the morning with joy to work to support their idea. We worked mainly on setting up a temporary parking lot for the festival with Preethi who has lived there for a year and we had a lot of fun. The views are amazing, the volunteers who come are lovely one by one and everyone brings their own energy and harmony is created to one big family. We are so grateful for this experience and we will never forget it.

Great host, we had a chance to meet the family and it was very pleasant. The conditions were good, we had a whole house to ourselves, felt very safe and comfortable.

My experience with Valle at el campo in el Arrecife de Córdoba was quite unique. Valle has alot of knowledge about primaculture and gardening. I enjoyed working with her and sometimes on my own while she was busy with her own things. I enjoyed doing some painting too in the house . Staying in a village like el Arrecife was quite relaxed and tranquil for me since I like nature and silence. In the village even walking distance or using bicycle, necessity shops like pharmacy, mini market, some bars and restaurants were found.

Padel is the kindest person ! We asked him if we could come only 2 days before and he accepted even though the weather was not too good and we couldn't do any work on the farm, we had such a wonderful peaceful time, padel is very funny and took us to see really nice place and views on top of mountains, Ancient Greek history that he explained to us very well and waterfalls. I really really enjoyed my time with him and hopefully see you in October ;)

We had an amazing week staying with Thomas and Jasmin! They are really kind and helpful. They gave us lots of tips on exploring the area (lovely in winter). We shared our dinners and had lots of interesting discussions about life, travels, personal thoughts. It was very interesting to share our cultures. They both are hardworkers but always smiling and take time for workawayers ! We helped them to renovate, and prepare the garden for spring. Thank you so much for this stay !

Martino is an excellent boy, very polite, easy to live. He coped with the rules of the house immediately and we had a very good time together. He is Smart and funny too! You will be pleased to host him, no hesitation. Yves

Un accueil authentique au cœur du Gers Recommandation : Hautement recommandée ! Séjourner chez Françoise à Saint-Orens-Pouy-Petit est une expérience que je conseille à tout Workawayer en quête d'authenticité et de sérénité. Voici pourquoi vous devriez la solliciter : Le cadre de vie : Le Gers est une région sublime, et la maison de Françoise est un véritable havre de paix. C’est l’endroit idéal pour se ressourcer, loin du tumulte des grandes villes, tout en profitant d'un grand jardin magnifique. La diversité des missions : On ne s'ennuie jamais ! Entre les petits projets de bricolage et la compagnie des poules et du chien, les tâches sont variées et très gratifiantes. C’est parfait pour ceux qui aiment voir le résultat concret de leur aide. L'échange humain : Françoise n'ouvre pas seulement sa porte, elle ouvre son cœur. Ayant elle-même des enfants qui ont "quitté le nid", elle a un sens de l'accueil maternel et bienveillant. Elle a une réelle envie de partager sa culture et de pratiquer les langues (avis aux anglophones !). La convivialité : Vivre avec Françoise, c'est l'assurance de moments d'échanges riches autour d'une table, dans une ambiance paisible et respectueuse. En résumé : Si vous cherchez un échange culturel véritable, que vous aimez la nature et les animaux, et que vous souhaitez aider une personne profondément gentille, foncez chez Françoise !

My experience with Nikola and Ronya was excellent. Enthusiasm in helping and in being themselves, nice conversation and curiosity. They are strong and precise in the job and also respectful.they really support us! Fully raccomended!