Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Marina ... wise, clever, intelligent and very enthousiast !!! It was a real pleasure to have her with us as she helped out on all levels. And what we appreciated very much was her will to do things well. Whether tough, hard or unpleasant chores , she will insist on finishing things herself. She fits in just great in the daily life and becomes a piece of the furniture in no time (this is meant in a good way to say that she fits in without any effort) That was important to us as it made us feel very at ease with her presence. Yes, a very busy bee with a zillion of plans but we do hope she'll come by again one day !!!

Eva :) I had a feeling that Eva would fit in just fine with us and she absolutely did. Eva was very helpful and obliging and did all that was asked of her and more. She is great with the kids and engaged them and had fun with them, set boundaries and we trusted her completely. An easy going and relaxed person and I would say very humble.... when you hear her sing you will be in awe of her powerful voice! Great company for a road trip. Eva got out there and explored the area and made friends locally. She headed off to music sessions and felt right at home. We are most grateful to you Eva and we hope you will come and visit us again in the future, this little part of the world will welcome you once again.

We had an absolutely wonderful time with Camilla & her family this November. Very grateful for these weeks, where we felt at home, got to eat delicious varied meals, spend quality time with the other work awayers, Camilla & her family. We worked in the morning & got to enjoy our afternoons off (this place is very beautiful and there’s loads of outdoor activities to do around here). Thank you again for everything ❤️ All the best to you & your family Hope to see you again soon Charly & Naomi

Pauline and Raphael felt like long-lost family the moment they arrived. We are so grateful that we found them — or truly, that they found us — and that we were able to share these two special weeks together. They are the sweetest, kindest, most loving couple and work incredibly well as a team. We connected so easily and genuinely enjoyed spending time with them — it felt natural, as if they were already part of our family. They cooked delicious meals, were always willing and available, and brought so much enthusiasm and positivity to every task. They were diligent, responsible, and completed projects quickly and efficiently — often going above and beyond. We honestly wish they weren’t leaving. If you’re looking for volunteers who work hard, have a wonderful attitude, and are truly a joy to be around — we highly recommend Pauline and Raphael. We feel lucky to have met them, and they will always have a place here with us.

Hemos pasado un poquito más de un mes. Fue una experiencia maravillosa y increíble con personas geniales. Hemos aprendido mucho sobre la cultura mexicana y hemos compartido momentos inolvidables. Muchas gracias por todo !

Devia was amazing. Super sweet, easygoing, and she adapted to everything I asked her to do at home. She has this calm, gentle vibe that makes it really nice to be around her. We also had other people staying at the house and she got along with everyone. We’re really going to miss her and hope she comes back someday. She might seem a bit shy at first, but she shared a lot with us and we loved having her here. She’s fun, kind, and definitely left a mark on us. We’d love to see her again for sure.

Madison is a truly exceptional person whose presence transformed our school and our community in the most beautiful way. From the very first day, she brought with her a rare combination of energy, wisdom, and emotional intelligence that made a genuine difference in every space she entered. She didn’t just teach — she inspired. She approached every lesson with curiosity, enthusiasm, and a deep respect for the people in front of her. Madison was endlessly open to the world and to others, always genuinely interested in their stories, backgrounds, and perspectives. Her ability to listen with full attention and respond with kindness made every student feel seen, heard, and valued. What impressed me the most was her remarkable level of awareness and care. Madison was constantly attentive to the group, making thoughtful adjustments so that each lesson met the needs of her learners. She created a safe, warm, and empowering environment — one where students not only made progress, but also felt understood and supported. She communicated her own needs with clarity and maturity, and she consistently welcomed feedback with openness and grace. This is a rare and precious quality, especially in someone so young. Her willingness to grow, to reflect, and to improve made our collaboration not only easy, but deeply rewarding. Madison radiates authenticity. She brings joy into learning, professionalism into teaching, and sincerity into every interaction. Her enthusiasm is contagious, her ideas creative, and her work ethic simply outstanding. It was an honour to have her with us, and anyone who has the chance to work with her will quickly discover what a gift she is — to students, to teams, and to any community she becomes a part of. Madison, thank you for everything you contributed, everything you gave, and everything you shared. You will always have a place with us.

Margot and Gauthier were wonderful guests. Easy going, energetic individuals who like to keep busy. They enthusiastically join in any and all tasks. They have a great attitude and were both amazing with the kids as well as other projects. Thanks so much for lending us your energy to close our season. Best of luck on your journey together.

I had the great opportunity staying with Joanne and Gilles in their Mas Mimosa☺️ During that time I mostly helped with all the farm work, which gave me some good muscles haha:D But also getting to spend time with their kids Vittoria and Tao was amazing, since they are both open to new people and curious to learn☺️ If you enjoy peace& quietness, you are at the right address with them! I would love coming back again some time🥰

A long overdue but very necessary review. I stayed at Marie Louise's farm from April ‘til mid of July 2025 and it was the best experience I could have asked for. Marie Louise is a very friendly and caring woman and communicates really well. Whenever I had a question, I was always able to text her and get a response within a few minutes. I went to stay on her farm mostly for the experience with animal care. I had let her know that before my arrival so when I got there, she put me in charge of the animals. Of course, I also had to do some weddings every day, to pick food for the horses and keep the vegi-garden clean, but that was only about 1h-2h per day. My main work was to keep the stable clean, feed the horses 3 times a day and take the most loving dogs out for a walk. I truly fell in love with all the animals on her farm and will keep them in my heart forever (especially the two dogs, umo and freya!!<3) I had a lot of free time which I loved spending with horse riding and enjoying nature. There are a few nice paths with the most beautiful views to go for a ride. I mostly went alone but sometimes could also go with Marie Louise's friend, Gabriela, or with Gabriela and a tourist that booked a horse-riding trip. There is always something to do on the farm and if not, you will find enough cute things to explore around the island. I didn't have the driver’s license so therefore couldn't travel around that much. But I honestly didn't mind that at all, since I very much enjoyed the silence on the farm and just watching the ocean from above. I can recommend this workaway for everyone, especially if you want to have your peace and your distance from the noisy, normal life back home. Thank you so much for having me, Marie Louise, I'm unbelievably grateful for you as my host and I'm sure I will be back some time soon!

Fredy is a great person who clearly loves to stay around horses and outdoor. She is very independent (necessary condition to spend these weeks here), respectful, quiet and easygoing. She was entusiastic about all the activities in our place, so so helpful with the housekeeping and with our little baby girl. She helped us to train our horses and with the rides. She has a special sensitivity with the horses that we really appreciated. We wish her all the best! And hope to see her soon!

I spent wonderful days at Joy and Heiko's farm! I was welcomed with open arms, despite that I had to change my plans at the last minute and could arrive some days later. The cabin was equipped very well with whatever you need, the fireplace just made it even more cozy. Food was copious, we sometimes cooked and ate together delicious dishes. They also invited us for a pizza dinner at a nice restaurant. Work was diverse, I could try out several things, but rain intervened some days so we had some extra days also. Nature is amazing, I loved the hikes and walks, they showed a lot from the area. We were welcomed even in their home, had great movie-game nights. They shared their experiences and stories, it was a great cultural exchange also with the other volunteers. Joy and Heiko are fantastic, so funny, open-minded, lovely people. It was a pleasure meeting them, their animals and sharing a little from my country. I would love to go back one day again!

Hosting Lara and Dominik was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. They brought such positive energy, responsibility, and genuine kindness to our home that the week felt effortless and enjoyable for everyone. They were hardworking and consistently self-motivated. Whether it was sifting compost, weeding, painting, cooking, or baking, they approached every task with care, curiosity, and a great attitude. Lara's Mango cake was the best! They woke up early each day, helped prepare meals, and often jumped in before being asked. Their support during our retreats was especially valuable — they were attentive, respectful, and incredibly helpful with both the setup and the guests, contributing to a calm and welcoming atmosphere. On a personal level, they were simply great to be around. Thoughtful, easygoing, and very respectful, they fit naturally into the house dynamic. Their enthusiasm for game nights brought lots of laughter, and we learned new games from them Any host would be lucky to have them — they work hard, communicate well, and bring a wonderful spirit to everything they do.

Ruud and Cora opened their home to me and it was a life changing experience. It was evident from the first moment that I was going to be cared for, safe, and comfortable. When they picked me up I was offered big hugs as part of the family. Every morning I was welcomed to breakfast before the work began. Every night I was wished a goodnight. They become my second family. As for the farm, they are building for generations to come and being able to help with this felt like I was making the world sustainable for the future. I helped build a workshop and body working studio out of stone and wood and I'm excited to see it still there in 50 years (I wish I could see it in 100 years!) Thank you Ruud and Cora for seeing agriculture, people and the world with green eyes :)

I (Ester) spent 15 days with Vivi and her family, and it was an enriching experience on many levels. I left with the feeling that I had spent a few weeks there, because our programme together was intensive: every day we went with kids to museums, libraries, parks, family centres, beaches, etc. Vivi inspires me every day with her high energy, kindness, and vision for her Montessori school project, which she is now working on. So, during the hours we workawayers spend with children, Vivi was tutoring or preparing her teaching materials. We spent time alone with Volvo and Remi, and later, Vivi joined us, which helped build trust with the children and helped us get to know each other. Thanks to this experience, I visited places I wouldn't have, ate the typical Taiwanese meals from lovely Ida or Vivis' mom, but most importantly, met new people who inspired me, showed me different perspectives on life, and shared their thoughts and experiences. My fiancé, Milan, was with us only for one week because he was ill and had to work on his new project, but Volvo took terrific care of him, bringing him water and food to his room. I got along with Volvo quickly, and the same day, he was comfortable enough to hold my hand. Remi is more challenging to get close to, but later we managed to enjoy our programme anyway. It was very nice to be in tandem with other workawayers, Yasmin and Louie, and spend the afternoon together helping each other. Both kids are brilliant. Volvo is very athletic, funny, and kind, too. Remi is super independent, trying to do everything her way. Both kids love their amazing mom and sometimes compete to get her attention, but that's natural. Thanks to Vivi and the kids, I mentally revisited my childhood, too and learned new things about myself. I am glad that we created a safe space for one another, so hopefully others feel the same way. Good luck with your school, Vivi!

Nejla and I were super honoured and happy to stay at Junko and Frank’s place for our first 3 weeks in Australia. The family (including the 5 cutest dogs) welcomed us very well, we felt very comfortable and relaxed staying there for 3 weeks in the middle of the nature with very kindly & respectful hosts and roommates (other workawayers). The accommodation and all the outside furnitures are very convenient and clean. You can either play tennis or walk around (to see wild animals like kangaroos) during your free time. We specially took care of the 5 dogs who were all super cute, friendly and easy to take care of. We will miss everyone of them for sure ! We also had great moments with everyone sharing our journey and cultural experiences. It was truly the best way to start our adventure in Australia. Thank you very much Junko and Frank for this opportunity. We totally recommend people to help them around if you want to stay near Perth, with respectful hosts, while staying close to nature and enjoy the calm of Perth hills 🥰 Wish you all the best !

Everything was perfect and I really felt good and like at home in Caspar's familly. The place is amazing with wonderful views on the mountains and helping in his farm was for me a very good experience. I loved all the things I did (repairing, harvesting vegetables, cooking, spending time with the family, with his two lovely daughters and exploring the surroundings with his father). I wish I will be able to come back to visit them again! :) Thank you very much for this wonderful week.

Jaydee is one of those magical people who brightens up any room she enters. She had us all in stitches from the moment she arrived! All my friends were blown away by her friendliness, charm, and goofy humor. We had a blast! I’ll especially miss all the bizarre exercise videos she got everyone in the house doing. We all felt healthier and happier with her in the house. As a volunteer, she was very kind and conscientious and happy to help with any of our projects. I also found her very easy to communicate with. Also, if you’re preferring a volunteer who speaks Japanese well, she’s got great speaking and reading as well. She was also very sweet and generous with her time, spending her off time playing with my kids and offering to help out, painting together or dancing together. All around she’s an incredibly lovely person and I’d definitely recommend her!

India and Alessia stayed with us for two weeks during the off‑season. They were excellent guests—responsible, respectful, and very thorough in all their tasks. They took care of the animals, and together we engaged in garden work such as woodchipping and clearing branches, as well as cleaning the chicken house. They approached each activity with care and energy. They were also very active in exploring the nearby area through hiking trails whenever the weather was good. They were kind, pleasant to have around, and very easy to communicate with. I wholeheartedly recommend India and Alessia to any future hosts.

Rose, Janik, Noah, Manu, Keelya, Lill, Mowgli, and Bagheera🤍 thank you all for such an amazing and welcoming experience in Switzerland! If you are looking for a kind, welcoming and truly fulfilling Workaway experience, this is the place to go. While here I weeded the yard, took Lilli on walks, helped paint their camper-van, and spent beautiful evenings chatting and laughing with this amazing family. From the moment I got here, I felt I was part of their family. I was beyond nervous for my first Workaway but this experience exceeded any expectations or fears I had beginning my travels. Lilli is a sweet and easy going dog and the cats, despite my allergies, are so loving. Noah, who lives here as well, became a cherished friend as worked along side each other most of the time. Janik and Rose, though they worked throughout the day, always found time to include me in their routine. Additionally, Manu and Keelya, despite living separately, also became great friends of mine over many meals and outings. Their home is just a 15 minute walk or a short bus ride to the city if you’re looking to explore Biel. There’s a beautiful lake nearby as well as some really great hiking trails if you’re coming for nature. This is a must have experience so do not hesitate to contact Rose as her communication and kindness are some of her best qualities 💖 I have so much love for this family and my experience with them will forever be cherished. I will definitely be coming back!