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Paula estuvo poco tiempo con nosotros Su aportación fue en los trabajos de la huerta ,estuvo implicada y muy disponible. Ha sido un placer alojarle con nosotros.

Take a chanch and host a courageous woman who first left Ukraine before the Russians invaded, and then managed to also bring her mother and siblings, now set up in a large apartment just across the Brooklyn Bridge from NYC. This is a guest you will not forget, and perhaps you can help heal the pain of one who has had her home country brutally invaded

Émile and Lucie are very easy-going, nice and well educated young people. They stayed with us for 2 weeks and helped a lot. They helped for cleaning the barn, planting some trees and lemon grasses, moving the irrigation hoses and walking with the dogs. They are friendly, helpful and calm people. I miss the conversations we had every day at meals. Thank you for everything and you are always welcome to the farm.

I had a great experience at Annie's place, even though she was not there but her team took good care of me and I was really grateful! After teaching, I had plenty of time to go out, explore Nonthaburi, visit Bangkok and sometimes I would just go for long walks in the neighborhood. It was very quiet and I loved it! I stayed for 2 weeks but will definitely visit her again when I go back to Thailand. I highly recommend her place!!

I spent two weeks in November 2025 at John and Sara's for my first Workaway experience, and it could not have been better. I have been welcomed very well by everyone and treated like a friend ! The house is beautiful, the bedroom very cozy, and the living spaces large and warm. The property is beautiful and filled with good energy. The food was very healthy and well sourced (many vegetables from the garden!). I had a lot of fun in the kitchen, learning delicious vegetarian, sometimes vegan, and gluten-free recipes. The jobs were very pleasant, outside and inside the house. I had a lot of options, and we planned my days according to their suggestions and needs, the weather, and my preferences. I was always reminded to go in for a warm cup of tea and a snack. I also had plenty of time to explore the surroundings, Cork and the nearby towns, on my own or with them. We did fun and healthy activities like swimming in the sea, going in a seaside sauna, going to a cinema festival, taking walks on the seashore, shopping in local towns, going to the swimming pool, etc. They are great hosts, very attentive and considerate, very thankful, and always ready to give great tips and advice regarding the work or the Irish way of life. Thank you all for this wonderful time. :)

Gracias por todo Jaqueline! Pasé un tiempo muy agradable con Jacqueline y su familia. Pasabamos Navidad con ellos, siempre son sonrientes y acogedores. Pasé algunos días con Jacqueline ayudando con la apertura de su nuevo local para su restaurante. Después de la apertura, mis tareas consistieron en limpiar, ayudar en la cocina y con los pedidos. La cocina es deliciosa, su estofado tiene mucho éxito y entiendo por qué! Podíamos hacer tortillas y chuchitos también! Te deseo muchas felicidades y mucho éxito, Jaqueline. Da un abrazo a tu familia y a los gatitos. Hasta luego! :)

We stayed two weeks with Patricia and had a very good experience. Patricia is a very kind and knowledgeable host. She runs her business on her own, so there is a lot of work to support her with, and the tasks are quite varied. During our stay, we mostly worked in the greenhouses, weeding, cleaning, and helping with marmalade production in the kitchen. Peter also had the opportunity to accompany Patricia to a local market. We were both able to practice our Spanish and learn new things about Chilean culture and politics. Working hours are from 8:00 to 12:00, after which lunch has to be cooked for everyone. The working day therefore usually finishes around 13:00–13:30. After that, you can go into the city by bus or simply relax in the house and garden. Unfortunately, the immediate surroundings do not offer much to do in your free time. While communication before and during the stay could at times be limited or unclear, our overall experience at Patricia’s place was lovely and enriching, and we even had the chance to welcome three little lambs to the farm. ¡Gracias Pati, nos vemos!

We shared a wonderful 10 days with Shira and got to know her as a modest person that is eager to learn, always ready to help, extremely kind and grateful. We enjoyed the morning walks, looking to the outside world through her eyes; the landscape, the river, the fruit trees, and the mountain peaks with a touch of snow. It was as novel and exotic for her as were the dogs and the sheep. We learned a lot about Singapore, Shira’s life and her challenges in a culture that is so very different from ours! We were particularly struck by her intentional approach to life - how she actively shapes her experiences and remains curious about worlds yet unknown to her. Highly recommended.

Eoin is a very nice, cheerful, kind, and funny guy. My parrots had fun with him, too. He stayed at my house for almost a week and was a great help with the new Garden Countrysite. Eoin, you're always welcome at my home in Trieste, Italy, and thank you for your invaluable help. I hope to see you again.

We enjoyed our stay at Wolfgang and Connie’s place. They were so kind to offer us their huge caravan, which felt like a palace after living in a tiny Van all the time. Because temperatures dropped a lot during the night we were offered a heater and extra blankets. During our shared meals we had plenty of conversations from the minions to caring for the Earth and its animals. Since it was Christmas time, Connie was so kind to take us with her to explore the extraordinary Christmas market in Kalamata;) Work wise we helped with several tasks that needed to be done, like weeding, planting seeds, digging the foundation for a yoga studio (that we sadly couldn’t finish because the rain prioritised the completion of the hugggeeee workshop). Most days we helped painting the many many steel beams of the biggest workshop you have ever seen. The work atmosphere was super chill, in the background traditional Greek music (Wolfgang’s favorite) was tootling from his super modern radio:) Sometimes we were surprised by a yummy desert or cookie to thank us for our help which we much appreciated! We recommend this place to anyone who wants to be working outside, is a committed vegan ;) and loves dogs!

My experience with Indie’s World was truly amazing. I absolutely loved the positive energy at the dog shelter, the atmosphere was warm, supportive, and full of teamwork. The entire team is highly professional, passionate, and deeply committed to the well-being of the dogs. I’m very grateful to have been part of this experience, and I would like to sincerely thank the whole Indie’s World team for their dedication and kindness. It was an honor to work alongside you all.

Marion and Stefan and their son Lio are very nice and pleasant people. They are polite and helpful in the house, very available and patient with our four children. They brought them to Urbino for a trip and helped them with their homeworks. Unfortunately both our young children got the flu before Christmas and we've been unable to celebrate the festivity together, but the time we spent with their young family was so nice that It was like we've known them before, so the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. They have also a young sweet dog, Ilvy , and we loved to cuddle her soft and thick fur. We hope to meet them again in the future.

I highly recommend Davey to future hosts. Davey is a very responsible and punctual volunteer who always takes his duties seriously. He teaches with dedication and care, and the children truly love learning with him. He has a calm, polite, and patient manner, which makes the students feel comfortable and happy in class. He is kind-hearted, generous, and gets along very well with other volunteers. Davey is a great team player and always maintains a respectful and positive attitude toward the host and everyone around him. What impressed me the most is that Davey never refused to help when I asked for support. Even on his days off, he willingly came to teach and help my students when they needed him, without hesitation. He is open-minded, does not keep score, and never takes advantage of the host. Davey is a volunteer of great value and truly deserves a good host. I sincerely recommend Davey to any future host. You will be very lucky to have him as part of your home and your team.

It is truly hard to summarize the three weeks we spent on the organic rice farm. You get a real insight into Malaysian culture and are introduced to your new Malaysian family consisting of Chikako and Jai, Captain and Kaka, and the other volunteers. At the beginning, we wondered if three weeks might be too long or what we would even be doing there. However, it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. When we arrived by bus, the welcome felt really warm, they picked us up like we were friends already. As soon as we entered the farm, they had already prepared one of the most delicious meals we had during our entire journey. We thoroughly enjoyed cooking and laughing with Kakak and Chikako, and we learned many new, fresh recipes. We helped Captain with various tasks around the property and assisted Jai in the fields and composting. Surprisingly, we all  enjoyed weeding a lot! We had so much fun while we did it. We were very interested in organic rice cultivation and had many questions, which they were always happy to answer. If you are interested, don’t be shy—just ask! They all have incredibly big hearts and respect everyone. When you leave this place, you will feel both sad to go and incredibly thankful for the time spent there. Many volunteers return to visit the farm a second or third time. I think that speaks for itself. Hopefully we will see Kakak, Chikako, Captain and Jai and all the other Familymembers: Sakuya (🇯🇵), Sabina (🇧🇪), Dash (🇺🇸), Bibi (🇮🇹), Momo (🇯🇵) and Hana (🇯🇵) for playing cards and deeptalks one day again. Saying goodbye was heartbreaking. We keep you all in our memories. And to all next volunteers please consider to put a donation in the donation box. To keep this place alive and also for the next volunteers and to make the travel dreams of them also come true. Thanks y'all🤍 and dont forget makan lagi. With love Eveline and Alex

Staying with Maryla and Goran was an unforgettable experience. They are hosts with truly enormous hearts, and from the very first moment I arrived, I felt welcomed, safe, and cared for. Their kindness is genuine, their energy is warm, and their home is filled with love they give to the many animals they protect. They dedicate their lives to giving animals food, safety, and a place to belong. Being part of their world, even for a short time, made me realise how much compassion and strength they carry every single day. There is always something meaningful to help with, and truly matters. I stayed with them for 1.5 weeks, and during that time we shared stories, ideas, and beautiful moments. I learned about traditional building techniques from long ago, which was fascinating and inspiring. The dogs greeted me in their own unique ways — some shy, some excited — and slowly they got to know me. Watching how they behave as a big pack was incredible. Maryla and Goran shared some knowledge about dogs behaviour, and you can feel how deeply they understand and respect each animal. The dogs are at the centre of daily life — social, curious, loving — always around us while we worked, talked, or relaxed. For me, as someone who loves dogs, this was incredibly healing. The peaceful atmosphere, the natural beauty around the house, and the presence of so many wonderful animals created a sense of calm I wanted to expirence. The weather was sometimes cold and rainy, so we spent more time by the fireplace, which added its own charm. I learned how simple, grounded, and close to nature life can be. Thank you, Maryla and Goran, for opening your home and hearts to me, and for sharing a piece of your life. I am grateful for every moment we spent together.

We had a fantastic time with Casey. She was a quick learner and did a great job in the garden, helping with sheering our sheep and processing the wooly. Thanks Casey for the Thanksgiving experience on your last day. You are always welcome when you come to northern Germany!

I had such an amazing experience here at the casa de timmy! i was blown away with how beautiful the area was, situated in the mountain while the temperature was absolutely perfect. Lydia and Alfonso were such amazing hosts and did a really fantastic job creating a really unique and exciting cultural experience. i only stayed a few weeks and really wished i stayed a bit longer, i would really love to visit them again. They cooked such incredible food for me making sure to cater to my vegan diet splendidly, i was incredibly surprised for that not being their norm. Their family is very kind and really made me feel as part of the family. on top of that there are so many farm animals that have found sanctuary here and was exciting to see so many different companions animals. while i was there they took me to the local sites worth seeing. while i was there i was able to help with construction of the room i ended up staying in putting up walls and some outlets. this experience from all of my workaway experience was one of the best! i only hope the rest of the workaways i participate with are as comfortable and pleasant as this one. in addition, Harold another volunteer and i became great friends through this experience and was able to go to santander for the weekend for so much fun too. thank you soo much Lydia, Alfonso, Gael, Sergio, and Luna i greatly appreciate my time spent here and i'll never forget this experience for the rest of my life.

Wow!! What an experience. It still warms my heart thinking back of everything that I could do during the experience with this NGO in Calais and Grand-Synthe. You learn so much about the organization and all the other organizations that are active on the French/ UK border. After your volunteering period you for sure have learned how to work in the field. You get a lot of opportunities around Calais to get to know more about the situation at the border and the emergencies needed there. The most beautiful part is that I got to know so many amazing and strong women and children, that the organization is in contact with. I am so grateful to learn more about different cultures and to have small bonding moments with everyone that we could help. And if that is not enough, you will also learn so much about yourself. Mostly about your strengths and what your boundaries are. On a social level I had the pleasure to meet so many extraordinary people, as well during the work as after it. If you want to learn something from everyone you meet, this is the place for you. I feel so hopeful, when I entered the big Warehouse and saw all these people working for the good cause. It was wonderful to see, be part of and give my own added value. I can recommend this WorkAway to everyone and for using your time for such important work!

This review is long overdue, as I stayed with Gunn Hege for a few weeks in August 2025. I had the best experience! From the very first moment, I felt welcomed and truly a part of the family. Couldn't wish for anything better. My tasks were oriented on painting the doll house, cooking and usual housework as well as decluttering the barn. My hours were fully flexible, easy to combine with the digital nomad schedule. I had the comfiest bedroom and a lot of time to relax. Thank you, Gunn Hege&Randine&Kjettil for all the time I got to spend with you! For all the chats, ice cream, trip to Tønsberg and the End of the world. It was a blast! I can wholeheartedly wish any workawayer such a stay. Wishing you truly all the best.

Staying with Emily and Gus was an incredible experience. From the very first day, they treated me like a member of their family, not just a volunteer. Their warmth, kindness, and openness made me feel truly welcome. I learned so many new things during my time with them, both through the work and everyday life at their place. Evenings were especially special. Relaxing in the hot tub, watching the stars, and hoping for snowfall. Emily also cooked amazing dinners every evening, which made the whole experience even more memorable. Leaving was not easy at all. Emily and Gus are truly amazing hosts, and I’m very grateful for the time I spent with them. I can wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a meaningful and unforgettable Workaway experience.