Commentaires, feedbacks et évaluations Workaway - page 8

Staying at the monastery for two weeks really was a wonderful experience. It felt like a privilege to be able to blend in with the monastics in their everyday life. The tasks are well organized and diverse. Most of them are explicite and repetitive, thus allowing you to get deeply immersed into what you’re doing. The activities for the volunteers (calligraphy, taichi, discussions…) are very interesting. We also really enjoyed the free time to cultivate our minds and presence. From the many teahouses to the calligraphy hall, there is always something new to do or discover at the monastery and if you’re into learning more about humanistic Buddhism, there are books everywhere. Everyday there was enriching and full of discoveries. We would advise to stay on the monastery ground for those two weeks for a total immersion, and take some time beforehand or afterwards to visit Kaohsiung. You can modulate the experience at the temple to suit your needs and wants, you don’t need to strictly follow the monastery schedule, but we would totally recommend trying it! If there is a time in your life where waking up at 5 everyday feels possible and worth it, it’s definitely here! We enjoyed taking part in the morning chanting and the evening meditation, as well as the formal dining. A big thanks to Venerable Hui Zan and Boey for their organization and to all the other Venerables and volunteers that welcomed us with open arms!

Euge fue una muy buena voluntaria, siempre con la mejor predisposición y ganas de colaborar en lo que se necesite. Cumplió con sus tareas y turnos. Tiene muy buena actitud y habilidades para trabajar en equipo. Gracias por pasar por nuestro hostel! Te deseamos lo mejor en tu viaje Cata y Porro.

We stayed for roughly 1,5 weeks with Monti‘s parents. They were really friendly with us, took us to the market and cooked us fresh traditional meals which we loved. The work was different every day with some gardening, some maintenance and some interior design tasks. We had a lot of free time as well to explore the surrounding area and the village. We could even see monkeys from the balcony! We greatly appreciated their hospitality, even with the language barrier. Thank you very much again, stay safe and best wishes!

It was great to have Lucy share our home for a few days, helping us out with general household chores and maintenance, spending lots of time with our child, playing board games and sharing stories of her adventures! Lucy is a great communicator, hard worker, fun to be around and easy to get on with. All the best for your travels, Lucy, come again any time!

Diana answered my messages immediately and it was very easy to communicate with her. The family is very nice, multicultural, open-minded and curious in a positive way, I was rapidly "adopted" as if I was an old friend. The house is at about one hour by tramway and bus from Nantes and we went once to the house in construction. I was able to help especially by sorting items, but the exchange was more about exchanging life experiences, opinions, good conversations. I had the chance to attend singing and music performances put on by the children, to go to a beautiful beach with Diana, who also gave me a lot of suggestions to visit Nantes (where I spent a whole afternoon). I t was a really nice experience to spend a few days with all of them, I am very grateful.

I had a nice time staying with Gloria, Juan, and Vanessa. My work mostly consisted of gardening, and in the mornings I would also help clean the kitchen. We had lunch together every day, and I got to try some really tasty vegetarian meals. I also really enjoyed being able to use fresh fruit from the garden! Everyone prepared their own breakfast and dinner, and I could use whatever ingredients were available in the kitchen. If I wanted something extra, there was a supermarket nearby, so that was easy. The work itself was very relaxed, and I had a lot of freedom. I worked about four hours a day, usually starting in the morning and finishing around lunch at 2 pm. I could choose when to do my tasks and take a break whenever I wanted. I would highly recommend having a good level of Spanish. Juan speaks English, but Gloria and Vanessa don’t. With my intermediate Spanish, I still sometimes found it difficult to keep up with conversations or really feel part of them. I did miss the social aspect of this Workaway a bit, as I was left on my own quite a lot. I can’t say we got to know each other too well. Because of that, I think this place is better for people who really enjoy having plenty of time to themselves, or for those coming with someone else. In my free time, I had the chance to explore Filandia and Salento on my own, which was really nice. Juan was also kind enough to drop me off and pick me up from the bus station whenever I wanted to go somewhere. Thank you again for hosting me!

We 1000% recommend this Workaway! We stayed with Dani for three weeks: the work involved walking the shelter dogs (all adorable!), doing an hour of DIY projects each day, and taking care of the horses at the end of the day. It's demanding work, but so rewarding. The living conditions are simple but comfortable. The cabin is well-equipped and very cozy. And what a joy it is to live with dogs! The shelter is located in a large, wooded park; it's a real pleasure to walk with the dogs and observe nature. The shelter staff are also lovely. Whether with them, with Dani, or with her dad, Pancho, there's also a genuine cultural exchange, a real connection. We learned so much about Chilean culture and left feeling very inspired by Dani's unique way of life. An experience that leaves you with tears in your eyes but a full heart.

Lottie and her new boyfriend Ergent from Albania stayed with us a whole week in Königsau at my parents large guest house and are both early risers. They were our first guests of the season after my parents returned from a long trip themselves. Lottie is a very experienced Workawayer and did not need much explanation on how to do housework. She was acutually supervising Ergent, who is more experienced in Couchsurfing. They turned into a great team and made the guest house ready for further Workwayers to arrive after it was empty since last year fall. Now all windows, floors and much more look great. While I was busy with some jobs elsewhere they cracked a big amound of wallnuts other Workawayers, as well as my mother collected from a neighbors tree last fall and everytime I snack them I worship their help. I wish Lottie and Ergent all the best and am thankful for getting to know them a bit during that busy week.

wow, had such a beautiful time here with Robin and in castelmaine. Robin was super welcoming, amazing chef and full of stories and good chats. the help was mainly helping out in the garden and clearing the shed. would defo reccomend and the town is lush!

Thank you for following my project, it really helped me. I am Romi and representing Baturidi Jungle, I would like to say thank you very much for your help.

Thank you for following my project, it really helped me. I am Romi and representing Baturidi Jungle, I would like to say thank you very much for your help.

I had a wonderful experience staying at Hagen's place in Nagasaki. It is important to understand that this is not a luxury stay. As clearly described in the profile, the houses are traditional Japanese homes that require ongoing care and maintenance. There are stairs, some quirks that come with older properties, and guests are expected to help with tasks such as cleaning, tidying, light gardening, house maintenance, and looking after the property. For me, this was part of the charm of the experience. The houses are beautiful, traditional, full of character, and the surrounding nature and views more than make up for the occasional inconveniences. Although I never met Hagen in person, he was always available, responsive, friendly, and helpful whenever I had questions. Communication was excellent throughout my stay. This Workaway gave me the opportunity to experience a quieter and more authentic side of Japanese life, far from the typical tourist experience. I am grateful for the opportunity and would happily recommend this host to anyone who is independent, respectful, and interested in traditional Japanese culture and houses. Thank you, Hagen, for the opportunity and for sharing your home.

He is a calm and patient person with a broad range of general knowledge and a highly creative way of thinking. He consistently takes full responsibility for the tasks assigned to him and completes them with care and reliability. Even though we only worked together for about a week, he quickly adapted to the environment and showed a strong sense of responsibility and commitment throughout the work period. He is also easy to communicate with and open to learning new things. I can confidently say he would be a valuable and trustworthy person in any team or project.

Manu is a really nice and kind guy, really funny ! He can easily socialise with people around ! He was late a couple of time for his shift and he left the workaway before the 2 weeks minimum that we usually ask and agreed on together. Otherwise everything was good ! It was a pleasure to meet you and work with you, welcome back anytime, we hope for longer ! Take care Manu !

This workaway is an amazing opportunity to join a unique and colorful family at the heart of the Cordilla Blanca! The work is easy, fun and Leaves plenty of time to explore the beautiful area, socialize, have some alone time or practice your Spanish! The food was delicious and they are well accustomed to different dietary needs. Thank you Alan and Diony for this lovely experience!

Vielen Dank für die interessante Zeit mit deiner professionellen Unterstützung. Es freut uns, dass dieser Ort auch für dich eine Bereicherung ist. Pettersson und Findus ;-) , Ich hatte da wohl auch meine Findus Phasen und viele interessante Perspektiven zu den Themen entdecken können. Es kommt nicht all zu oft vor, Menschen zu begegnen welche tiefgründiges Fachwissen auch noch verstehen und kommunizieren können. Danke dir für die Geduld . Bist natürlich jederzeit gerne willkommen und wir freuen uns auf ein nächstes Mal . Gutes Gelingen bis dahin.

We've had a great time staying with Jenn and Anthony. We really enjoyed helping with simple tasks like mulching, cooking and other stuff around the house. We shared delicious meals and went to the bowling club and the mainland together, which was so fun. The island is beautiful and we had enough time to just relax, go to the local ice cream shop/cafe and explore other islands. Thank you so much for having us!

Sakura has been one of those people who leave a mark. From the beginning, she brought such a calm, curious, and kind energy to the house. She’s tougher than she looks too. she offered to help my grandmother in the garden without knowing what she was getting into or even speaking the same language… and somehow they connected anyway. My grandma still talks about her and says she misses her “compañera". She was also out there milking cows during a storm.. absolutely unreal 😂 Some of my favorite moments were the simple ones: cooking together (she’s seriously so good), playing chess, and having those random conversations about life! She’s lived in several countries and has so many stories and perspectives. never a boring moment. She took amazing care of the llamas and calves from day one, and I trusted her completely with them. But more than the help, I think what I’ll miss most is just hanging out and talking. Thank you for everything, Sakura. I really hope life brings us together again someday ❤️🦙♟️🍛🐈‍⬛🍄

Malissa and her friend Julia were AMAZING! They adapted quickly as I was away and they were able to adapt to circumstances. Hard workers and very organized. they follow instructions to perfection and were very friendly and polite Recommend them 100%

Rosie and Braden aka Bender stayed with us for a week in early June, and what an absolute pleasure they were. Although we were their first Workaway hosts, you’d never know it — they’ve travelled widely, adapted to all sorts of living situations, and bring a calm, capable confidence to everything they do. We can wholeheartedly recommend them as Workawayers. They share their culture with openness and humour, work smartly and seamlessly as a team, and seem to carry sunshine with them — there’s always a smile. They even taught us a brilliant new card game, which we’re now mildly addicted to. We’d welcome them back in a heartbeat.