Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

I've been three weeks with David and Rachel and It was an amazing experience. They are really nice people, very welcoming and willing. During my staying they showed me some beautiful spots near the Lismore area, the nature was really overwhelming, and they introduced me to their friends. I had three stunning weeks and always be grateful to them.

Susi was an incredible help to us and an awesome person to be around. She fit right in with us and happen to stay for 7 months. She takes responsibility and pride in her work to the point you don’t have to ask if a task is finished because she’s done it already. Susi goes above and beyond and truly cares. When she was taking care of our animals or helping on a construction task she was amazingly helpful and easy to work with. She comes with good communication skills and takes interest in everyone she talks to. We would most definitely have her back in a heartbeat, Susi is and always will be apart of our family.

We had a lot of fun with Malaika & Daniel. A couple with an amazing energy and always ready to help is the kind of volunteers that any project needs. They brought their van from Germany !!! That’s so cool !!. We really enjoyed the time we spent with them and we can highly recommend them as volunteers. Thank you so much guys for coming to our farm !! Best wishes for your travels 🫶🏾🙏🏾

Jitka put an incredible amount of energy and dedication into helping us – truly mega power! She did a fantastic job in the garden: cutting, sawing, digging, planting, and general maintenance, all very independently and with great care. During our 10-day absence, she also took excellent care of our dog and cat, so we could travel completely relaxed and without any worries. On top of that, Jitka is very curious and interested in everything, extremely friendly, and a genuinely pleasant and engaging conversation partner. Having her with us was not only a great help but also a real personal enrichment. We can fully and wholeheartedly recommend Jitka and would be very happy to host her again anytime!

Josie, John and Moses are very wonderful people. Josie took us in during a storm and gave us a bit of work in exchange for a place to stay. we are grateful for her hospitality and know with 100% certainty that we would like to come back one day and anyone who goes to Petrolia with a good attitude should have a wonderful time!

I spent 10 days with Deepak and Kaushila in December 2025, and it was my very first Workaway experience, and it was absolutely amazing. First of all, meeting Deepak and Kaushila was truly wonderful. We immediately connected very well, had many easy and meaningful conversations about everything and nothing, shared a lot, and genuinely spent great moments together. The fact that they speak English perfectly made communication very easy and natural. Regarding the work, I was there during the low season, and there was absolutely no pressure at all — quite the opposite. I really felt a sincere desire to share knowledge and skills. I felt much more like I was attending a kind of masterclass, given with genuine pleasure, than being considered as workforce. Of course, it takes a bit of time before becoming efficient at tea picking. During my stay, I did gardening, tea harvesting, and learned how to prepare different types of tea. I also had plenty of free time. The environment is simply wonderful. I could walk to the nearest village in a bit more than half an hour, we attended a traditional festival together, and even just spending time in the garden was incredibly peaceful and relaxing. As for accommodation, everything was perfect. I had my own room, a clean bathroom and shower, two meals a day shared with them, tea available all day (of course!), and always the possibility to cook something extra if I was still hungry. Life at the family’s farm is peaceful, following the natural rhythm of the days and of tea. I would also like to mention that paying a few dollars per day felt completely normal and legitimate considering the quality of the accommodation, the food, the cultural and human exchange, the amount of work expected, and the fact that this is truly a small family-run farm. Everything felt fair, transparent, and respectful. I truly had a wonderful stay and honestly wished I could have stayed much longer with them. Thank you again for everything, The Jam’s boss

Julia stayed with us for about 10 days, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She was an absolutely perfect match for our family and the kids. From the very beginning, Julia showed kindness, openness, and respect, and she quickly became a natural part of our daily life. Her playful and caring approach with the children was wonderful to see—they adored her! Julia contributed so much to the overall well-being and harmony of our home, and her positive energy made everything easier and more enjoyable. We can only highly recommend Julia to any host who has the opportunity to welcome her. If we ever have the chance to host her again, we would do so with thrill.

This was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I didn't know what to expect coming to Italy to teach English but so glad I did this. Elvira went above and beyond as did the others making sure you felt at home. The hospitality given was amazing. The bond you make with the students is truly unique, as they admire you teaching and assisting them to learn English. I was sad to go, but would go back in a heartbeat and definitely recommend this to anyone looking into this. Definitely on your days off, take advantage and go see Campania if it's Naples, Salerno, etc.

Erika and Camille are truly wonderful people. Communication was smooth and clear from the start, and they took excellent care of our house, the animals, and the garden. Everything was in perfect condition when we returned, it was such a pleasure to come home to. We would highly recommend them and are very grateful for their help!

Thank you so much, Lena It truly meant a lot to have you with us. You were kind, positive, and very dedicated with the students, and they really enjoyed learning with you. We also loved how open you were to Moroccan culture and life in Casablanca. Thank you for your energy, your smile, and your beautiful spirit. You will always be welcome here, and we wish you all the best in your next adventures and we will miss you so much

I met your in Octorber 2025. I'm Japanese, but I can't speak English. But the whole family treated me kindly. It was my first workaway, but it was really fun. He also taught me farm work carefully, so it was very easy to understand. Thank you for the fun time of two weeks.😆

I spent two months with Scott and I wouldn’t have had it any other way. The workload was super manageable, especially towards the end. All of the horses had such unique personalities and were fun to work with and I was able to learn a lot from them and from Scott too of course. Scott was a great and trustworthy host, always there for questions and happy to help if there were any problems. We had some great talks and drives, the vibes in the house were so fun and easy going. I had a bedroom and bathroom all to myself, which was a real luxury. I had a lot of free time to just hang out, go on walks with Susie (the craziest, cutest dog) or take the train to Galway City which was great. I do have to say that it often was hard without a car, so you’d definitely benefit from having access to one. Galway is a beautiful county with so many things to see, it would be a shame to let all that go to waste! Overall my experiences here were super positive, I keep this place in such fond memory and I very much hope to return some day!

Roxana came to stay for 3 nights over New Year, and it was such a blessing having her help with a gathering in the house. She helped with lots of preparations, including make the gathering space welcoming and pretty, preparing some delicious food and helping with cleaning and arranging things. During the gathering she was great at turning her hand to what needed to be done. Her offer to come and help came at the perfect moment, and it was effortless making arrangements for her arrival. Her communication was prompt and clear, and it all felt very relaxed. Roxana´s Spanish is great, and she effortlessly fitted in with the group and made lovely connections. She is both relaxed and at ease meeting new people and settling into the environment. She is an open and curious person, and it was a delight getting to spend time with her, talking about our paths and outlooks on life. She is intelligent, practical, caring and super open to grow and embrace what life is offering at this time of her life. Her gentle presence is beautiful and it makes for spacious and engaging connection. I feel very blessed that she came to the house at a special time of the year and was part of the gathering. I feel I have learnt a lot from her, and many of her words stay with me. Thank you so much for your being and all your help. : )

Victoria got in touch with us just before Christmas to see if there was an opportunity to volunteer. Unfortunately, we were fully booked at the time, but she did come and stay with us for a few nights. Even though her stay was short, it was really lovely and left a lasting impression. Victoria was a pleasure to have around. She was respectful, easy-going, and always clean and tidy. She looked after the space as if it were her own and fitted in effortlessly during her time with us. I wouldn’t hesitate to have Victoria back and would happily recommend her to any future hosts or volunteer programmes. Warm regards, Stephanie

Malva is really a extraordinary Young woman she can do many tasks and is a fast learner ! She cooked for 9 crew delicious meal 3 Times a day for one week ! It was amazing to have her ! Malva is calm but fast mind thinking , she loves to make things beautifull and clean ! I was very happy to have her everyday and i would recomand her without hésitation ! Malva is a very sweet and wondefull person ! She is wellcome at my place anytime !

Tugce was one of the best volunteers we’ve had! It was the first time we hosted someone from Turkey, and having her here brought back wonderful memories of our trip to her country. She is a very interesting and thoughtful person, and it’s easy to have deep, meaningful conversations with her. She always respected our space and the house rules, and she brought a great vibe to the home—energetic, cheerful, and very authentic. She even cooked for us a few times (delicious vegan meals). In terms of volunteering, Tugce was reliable and proactive. She genuinely cared about understanding each task properly and always did her work with attention and responsibility. During her one-week stay, she helped us keep the house clean and supported us with daily chores. She also completed two big outdoor tasks: she cut the grass and covered our entire front fence with special fence tape—both done very well. Beyond the work, it was a truly rich cultural exchange. Tugce shared many stories about her experiences in Turkey and Lebanon, as well as her two years of research in Australia. We also did a few treks together, and in a short time she became a friend not only to us, but also to people in our local community in Merlo. She is now staying with friends in another province in Argentina, and they are also very happy with her. We highly recommend Tugce to any host looking for a respectful, hardworking, and warm volunteer. Wishing you the best on your journey, dear Tugce!

Alex volunteered at our training center for two months, supporting French classes for adult learners from beginner to intermediate levels. He was respectful of class schedules, and he did a good job engaging students. Alex is a good communicator with a friendly and professional attitude, which made his classes effective and enjoyable. During his stay with us at home, he was independent, respectful, and easy to live with. We truly appreciated his contribution and highly recommend him.

I have had such an amazing time at la Casita de Amor, the people here are so friendly and nice plus Keo is adorable, cheeky and such a quick learner. Im seriously going to miss the little fella. The house has amazing spaces and atmosphere, plus the neighborhood is safe and cute. I ended up spending my entire time in France here, I was welcomed into the household and never want to leave. My time(visa) is up but I shall come back and visit, I will always hold this place and the people in my heart. ❤️

This is long overdue! I had the fortune of spending two wonderful weeks with Ana, José, and their two charming children, Noa and Adán, during the last half of September. The entire family was super welcoming, and I felt truly comfortable in their lovely home. I was able to connect with the kids by playing games, listening to music, and visiting their lovely school to practice English with the students. My short stay was an enriching experience, and I loved immersing myself in the culture :). Based on the family and people I met, I quickly learned how people from the region of Andalucia are truly the best of the best! Palomares del Rio is also a really charming town that is well-connected to neighbouring cities; I was able to arrange weekend trips to cities like Cadiz, and also explored Sevilla during the week and weekend! Ana and Jose were extremely accommodating and very flexible with the schedule. I had plenty of free time when I would go to the gym, for instance, which is a short walk from the house. I would recommend anyone to stay with Ana and Jose's amazing family!! Feliz año nuevo! Gracias por todo y saludos desde las Filipinas!!! Espero que les este yendo increible y se la hayan gozado en sus vacaciones navideñas :)

Yi Shan is always smiling ! We Ve spend good evening to talk and share good food! She is really open minded!