Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

She is a quit good girl! She helped us too much! In the our village school and house! She worked in our school as a assistant teacher, in the house also teacher of my children! I'm very happy with her and grateful! She is clean, a good mannered, sociable, open-minded, intelligent and smart! She has a lot of funny stories about her traveling! By the way, she taught in our school as a teacher of German language! Because our school is related with totally German language! In my opinion, German language also on of the great world language as a English or Spanish!So l highly recommend you to host her! She is so nice and pleasant! We are missing her already! Bye

It has been a pleasure to spend this two weeks with Tony. He is that kind of person why we enjoy to be part of the workaway project. In the moment he has been entering our house he was part of our family. He was a great help with the upcoming tasks and very attentive to help out in the household. He also got along great with our children. I hope we see soon again!!

My experience in San Agustin could not have exceeded my expectations more than it did. First of all, the hostel itself is beautiful and well-organised, which made it smooth to give the guests the information about hostel/tours etc. The work itself is very straight-forward and light, check ins, doing the laundry, making guests feel at home and explaining the services etc etc. There are tons of things to do around depending on what one prefers doing, adventure sports, hikes, horse riding or just exploring the very good amount of great restaurants around. The hours are usually flexible if communicated well in advance, usually afternoon but sometimos evenings. Also Gerard took me for moto trips around places which was super nice! The hostel has a very chilled atmosphere with a beautiful view from the terrace for the sunset. I met great people here that also struggled to leave this gem. I miss it - thank you for everything!!

Geneva is a truly magical being. We ADORED having her here. She is very sweet and easy to get along with and is a an amazing artist and musician. She is very helpful and proactive with regards to tasks and got along with all the kids very well. She is also a very good cook. Geneva you are welcome to come back anytime!

I absolutely loved this experience with Signe and Sidsel! They were truly outstanding hosts. Very kind, very sociable, and very lovely to spend time with. My main task was helping them move from Bergen to a beautiful town in southern Norway, which gave me the chance to enjoy both places while spending quality time with them. Beyond the moving, I also had the opportunity to support Sidsel with her Achilles injury, as i have specialised training in physiotherapy. It was a joy to help out in that way. In addition, also got the wonderful opportunity to (at least try to) teach Signe some Portuguese, as she at the time was preparing to do an exchange in Brasil. She was a wonderfully brilliant student, very interested and dedicated. Overall, this was a wonderful experience filled with warmth, laughter, and great company. I couldn’t have found better hosts, and I’m grateful for the memories we created together. Totally recommend these two wonderful people!

We stayed three weeks in November with Francois and Alix. The time we spend with them was really nice, we mostly worked with Francois on different tasks at the chantier and he explained everything kindly and made sure we know what to do and that we are comfortable with the task. He was always patient and reassuring, we could ask as may questions as we wanted, he was always around. The atmosphere during work and in general was amazing. Lots of fun, laughter and good music. Both of them made sure we had a good stay and we shared a lot of nice evenings with them. The best place for our first workaway stay and we recommend staying with Francois and Alix :)

Thank you so much, Anna and Anna. It was really special to have you here. You are two wonderful girls to host and we would welcome you again a thousand times. You were amazing company and we cannot express how much happiness you brought to our home. Your birthday was so much fun and my mum enjoyed every moment with you. Your positive and kind energy filled the house and made everything lighter. I could not meet you in person, but it was great to help you during your stay. We wish you both amazing experiences on the rest of your trip and on every trip you take in the future. All the best, Alisson and Cleusa

This experience has been one of the most enriching of my life and would not have been possible if it weren't for the quality of all the people involved. Samsher is a wonderful host, friendly, hard-working and makes everyone feel welcome. Kamala and Bimala are two extraordinary women who welcome you into their home as if they have known you all their lives. The place is magical, with incredible views and a wonderful atmosphere. And of course, the school, a place that shows that the efforts of both Samsher and his family and the volunteers are worthwhile. In addition to the people I had the pleasure and good fortune to meet, who made me feel at home even though we were all far away. I would definitely recommend this experience and this place to anyone. If you are thinking of going as a volunteer, don't hesitate, it will be one of the best experiences you will ever have, as it has been for me.

Une très belle expérience chez Odile, et une très belle rencontre. les lieux sont tout simplement magnifique ! très confortable pour les volontaires également ! les moments avec Odile étaient très chouettes, et les discussions toujours intéressantes ! nous avons également fait une sortie avec elle durant notre séjour, et partagé un merveilleux moment. Pour le travail, il y a vraiment de quoi faire sur son terrain. Principalement l'entretien des jardins et de la serre. mais Odile est très ouverte aux nouvelles idées, et aux initiatives. Elle est preneuse de connaissances en terme de permaculture. Chaque matins, nous savions quoi faire. nous étions 4 volontaire à la fois, mais personne ne se marchait dessus. Une très belle expérience en tout cas et nous recommandons, ce petit lieu paisible en compagnie de l'adorable Odile, qui vous prépare de délicieux goûter chaque matins ! Encore merci pour ce beau séjour chez toi Odile !

I stayed at the ranch for 2 weeks end of October. The work isn't a lot, 2 hours in the morning, 1 in the afternoon, 1 in the evening and 10 min before you go to bed. I fed the horses, brushed them and picked up their poo. In the afternoons I went to Agia Anna by bike (15min). There wasnt a lot going on because I was there off-season but I went to the beach a lot. There is also free WiFi. I worked alone most of the time so try to come with someone else to not be alone all the time. 2 weeks were fine but if you are working and living alone for a long time, it can get lonely. Nancy is a wonderful, very kind person. She took care of me, made a lot of jokes and in the end even broke a lot off rules to get me to the bus in time. Thank you very much for caring for me so much the whole 2 weeks and even afterwards. I appreciate it a lot.

Thank you, Rebecca and Clara, for your beautiful words and for the kindness you showed to our ground office, remote team, and the whole community. You both took the time to prepare with us before your arrival, learning about the project and even coordinating with other volunteers so you could support the women’s empowerment program. Clara, your dedication to early childhood development and curriculum work made a real difference as well. You proved yourselves to be true team players, and even after you left, we stayed in touch - and we are still building on the foundation you helped create. We are very grateful for your commitment, your spirit and the love you shared here. Best wishes and warm regards from all of us in the community!

Ksenija brought such a gentle, uplifting energy to our community. Although this was her first big cultural change and volunteer exchange, she adapted with grace and created a wonderful atmosphere for the children, always showing patience, kindness and genuine care. She also supported our teachers in exploring new ideas and creative concepts, helping them gain confidence and inspiring them to try new approaches. We are deeply grateful for the warmth she shared with everyone, and we hope her journey leads her back to us again one day!

I spent 3 weeks with Spyros, Nikoletta and their two sons. It was a very nice workplace and I liked them a lot. I worked alone for 4-5 hours a day with one day off in a week. The job wasnt hard, harvesting, weeding, planting or doing random stuff like preparing fruits. It was very relaxed because I could listen to music, a podcast or my thoughts. I loved Nikolettas food, always fresh and with stuff from their farm. I had my own room, with a small library that had very good books, and my own bathroom. I spent most of my free time reading or in Chalkida which is very easy to go to by train. I had no problem staying alone because I saw Nikoletta and Spyros everyday and we got along very well. If you don't like spending much time alone, bring someone or make sure someone is staying there at the same time. I can only recommend it and I will come again for food <3

Marc was honestly amazing — it was his first time volunteering, but we couldn’t have dreamed of a better helper. A curious, flexible, empathetic person who fit in with us and the dogs right away. He spent lots of his free time with them too, even taking many of them into his room to hang out and sleep over. Fred in particular became completely obsessed with him — he went on so many walks with Marc and even started to learn how to play football with him. Marc knows a lot about dogs and was genuinely great at working with them. He brought a really nice, chilled energy, and even on three hours of sleep did his shifts effortlessly — including the heavy stuff. Just a super enjoyable person to have around. Many thanks for everything, we hope we get to see you again! And yes, absolutely 10/10 recommend.

Siok and Earn's was my first workaway experience. From the moment they took me to try Malaysian breakfast, I felt welcomed and supported. I was able to see Kuala Lumpur and other beautiful places thanks to Siok's precise and accurate directions and suggestions, and every evening they let me try typical dishes and characteristic places. Their helpfulness and friendliness stayed with me, and I couldn't have found a better start. I will definitely love meeting them again, and I recommend this kind-hearted host and the attention they give to people, Siok and Earn. Thanks, see you soon, maybe in Italy!!!

A big thank-you to Estela, who welcomed me for two weeks into her home, as beautiful as it is lush with nature. She is wonderfully generous and always attentive, making sure I felt as comfortable as possible, while giving me plenty of privacy and freedom to take care of the few daily tasks (which take very little time!). Estela speaks fluent French, having studied and lived in France for about ten years. The eco-casa offers a room that is rarely too hot or too cold, and the semi-outdoor kitchen space is a lovely place to relax. I can only warmly recommend this Workaway :)

We came at Ayla and Omur's house for 10 days. We were welcomed like family, eating like prince !! We discover lot of turkis specialities thanks to Ayla's traditionnal cooks knowledge. We did the olive harvest for the first time. It was a great experience. Omur and Aylas family's tradition is to have breakfast in a field before starting working. It creates a good atmosphere and nice time to speak about our life and our on country ( thats a great memories :) ). After the diner, we learn a lot about history cooking, turkish habits. We learn about their childrens who were every time really into discussion with us. We would recommand this place :)

Volunteering here has been one of the best experiences I have had in my life! On the first day of my arrival, Krystyna picked me up at the train station with the warmest hug and biggest smile. She did a great job in helping me settle down and get familiar with the community. Her arrangement of work was clear and well organized, so I had the opportunity to try different tasks like gardening (a little), cleaning, helping in the kitchen, serving food, painting, etc, while having spare time to explore surrounding areas and visit nearby cities. The chores are not difficult but requires patience and dedication. By working with the devotees, I have learned what it is like to serve with pure joy and devotion! Furthermore, the various study materials they have about Krishna, the morning lectures and discussions, as well as the everyday activities like chanting all helped me gain a new understanding of our existence and the world, leading me to rethink carefully how to live this life with the greatest joy and meaning as well as the role our beliefs play in shaping our thoughts and guiding our behaviors. The spiritual growth I have experienced here is beyond words! The last thing I must mention is the delicious meals cooked with deep care and love! I am very grateful for such kindness and generosity provided by the community! With zero expectation of how things would go and what would happen, I came with pure curiosity. Yet not only did I gain what I didn't even know I was looking for, but also countless surprises, love, growth, and wisdom. Thus, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the magical place - Goloka Dharma and the wonderful, loving people in the community. Thank you for guiding me on my journey of self exploration! Thank you for accepting me with openness and warmth! Thank you for inspiring me by being who you are! Thank you for teaching me to act with pure devotion and love! Hare Krishna!

Marco en zijn prachtige boot waren mijn allereerste Workaway-ervaring, en wat voor één! Vanaf het eerste moment had ik een klik met Marco: een directe Hollander met een groot hart, iemand die je vanaf het begin volledig vertrouwt en een gezellige, huiselijke sfeer op de boot neerzet. Ik voelde me meteen op mijn plek en rolde zo in het ritme van leven en werken op het water. Van schuren, verven en in steigers klimmen tot koken, opruimen en af en toe het huisvrouwtje spelen—het hoorde er allemaal bij en ik vond het fantastisch. Ik mocht helpen om de boot weer klaar te maken voor het water, wat superleuk en leerzaam was. We hebben ongelooflijk veel gelachen, zowel met Marco als met de andere Workawayers. Mijn kamertje was heerlijk knus, en de vrijheid die ik daar voelde was goud waard. Het was oprecht een van de gelukkigste periodes die ik in lange tijd heb gehad. Ik mis het zelfs nu nog. Als dit soort leven jou ook maar een beetje aanspreekt, dan kan ik deze plek vol overtuiging aanbevelen. Ga ervoor! je krijgt er absoluut geen spijt van! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Marco and his beautiful boat were my very first Workaway experience, and honestly, it couldn’t have been better! I clicked with Marco right away. He’s a direct Dutchman with a big heart, someone who trusts you from the very beginning and creates a cozy, welcoming atmosphere on the boat. I adjusted quickly to this way of living and working. From sanding, painting, cooking, cleaning, and climbing up scaffolding to playing the occasional “housewife” role. I loved every bit of it. I also got to help restore the boat to get her back in the water, which was such a fun and rewarding project. We laughed so much. Marco, the other Workawayers, and I—and the whole experience felt light, warm, and full of good energy. My little room on board was perfect, and the sense of freedom I had there meant so much to me. It was honestly one of the happiest periods I’ve had in a long time. I still miss it to this day. If any of this speaks to you, I can wholeheartedly recommend coming here. You won’t regret it!

Helena knew how to help us in different ways and to find her own ways of having a good time in our region. She made friends with locals and managed to mix socializing with us and with friends she made. I (Robin) really enjoyed talking with Helena, who plays in an orchestra in Germany, is learning to conduct an orchestra and has a wide range of interests. She did everything she could to help out and to get on with everyone. I recommend her totally.