Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

Matthew fit in the family and with the other workaway at the moment he arrived. He is very open to learning and ask what needs to be done next. He is very funny and the little one played with him a lot!! He is efficient, clean, autonomous in a given task, open to learn and to feedbacks. Il a pu améliorer son français rapidement durant son séjour. Toujours positif et avec des histoires a partager, ce fut un 3 semaines fort agréable. Matthew had to leave but we would have kept him till the end of the moment no problem! Anyone hosting him will have a great time.

You are the best helpers I could have wished for, working hard, putting in long hours for the higher, spiritual goal, and afterwards there was always enough energy left for good conversations and music. I miss you already and hope to see you again soon. Thank you!

Luke was our first workaway volunteer and what a great experience! He is respectful, independent, adaptable and truly loves the animals! He engaged in a variety of activities with ease, helping during spay and neuter events, participating in rescue straight from the streets, doing maintenance for cages at the shelter, and even coming with us to a conference to promote our rescue work. Luke was always kind to the animals and the team. He is engaged, has initiative and adapted swiftly to the shelter life. And the dogs absolutely loved him too! We truly enjoyed having Luke volunteer with us!

This was my very first Workaway experience and it truly couldn’t have been more special. I stayed here for about two months and it turned out to be one of the most meaningful and beautiful experiences of my life. Regarding the daily routine, we worked five days a week, usually around four to five hours a day. The morning started with a meeting where everyone could share ideas and plan the day together (at the end we usually sang a song, which was a great start into the day). Then we would start the main work for the day, which could include walking and feeding the dogs, helping Alberto in the kitchen, gardening, pruning, brush cutting, planting or harvesting vegetables, repair and building projects etc. After that we had lunch, which was the heart of the day. Everyone was sitting together and enjoying amazing vegetarian food. In the afternoons, there was usually a short, flexible task, which could be something creative, practical, or extra time with the animals. You could organize it freely, which made everything feel very relaxed and based on trust. Outside of the daily work routine, there was always something happening, but it was never forced. We played volleyball almost every afternoon, card games (Cambio was a favorite) and other board games. There were karaoke nights, jam sessions, movie nights on the roof, beach trips, hikes, pool afternoons, and even weekend trips to Valencia. What I loved most about this place was the combination of everything — the meaningful work, the animals, the nature, and the people. Living here felt very grounding and “back to the roots” with a real sense of purpose in daily life. The community is open, understanding, and supportive and it really made me realize how important it is to be part of a place where people grow together and support each other. Many thanks to Raul - who started the whole project and is such a calm, kind and fun person - for creating such a special place. I’d love to come back one day.

I had a very nice time here! the work is very easy and stress-free (even though it's every day, if you've got online work, it's about as good as it gets!), and there is very little you can do wrong, everything is explained and so simple to handle after a day or two! Ha Giang is an absolutely beautiful place, and it is a great place to take time off, live slowly and take your time, focus on studies or online work.

Rishie joined us for two weeks and got right into it the day he arrived. With great motivation and energy he helped us moving big stuff, working on details as well as showing up every day with great attitude. With eagerness to embrace the possibility of learning he spend the afternoons in the workshop to get his hands into woodworking. With little guidance into the tools and materials he started building something beautifully unique, first a bit shy to the new craft, but quickly confident the more practice he put into it. He left his fingerprint for our project in the shape of a stool - from discarded materials and soon part of our artist residency. Thanks a lot for your energy, help and joy for what we do. See you again! Niko

Ana and Darren are hard workers and very knowledgeable in different areas. They have great energy, they are respectful and kind. Darren helped with a lot of tasks around the farm, including making stools for the kitchen, installing locks on the bedroom doors and gardening. Ana also helped in the garden, designed a volunteer calendar to help me manage work away volunteers and helped me manage my work away account, which was very helpful. Both Darren and Ana ran yoga classes for everyone at the farm, Ana also ran a workshop on women's health and another on Ayurveda medicine. It was really great to have them here and I hope I'll welcome them back in the future.

It was very nice having Gabriele at the farm. He has a good attitude and was very helpful and always willing to help with anything. He worked on building, cooking and gardening during his stay. I hope to see you again :)

Nafsika has been great help during her stay at my farm. She is happy to help with everything and has a positive attitude. I would recommend her to other hosts.

If you want to live an amazing adventure in Casablanca and have the chance to learn about Morocco, thant I can only suggest joining Sara in her project. I spended almost three months in the school where I was working with very motivated students always ready to learn and really curious about so many different topics. The hours are very reasonable even though the schedule is not really reliable so it's not always clear which class and what time volunteers will work. Other than that for being my first workaway it was an amazing experience, the school welcomed me and the other volunteer in a very nice way. I will always be gratefull to Sara and ALL the staff for the amazing job they are doing in the language center. I wish to come back soon Insha Allah.

George and Kate were a pleasure to have at the farm. George was always making us laugh and was a great connect 4 opponent! They were always willing to help with any tasks. I would be glad to welcome them back anytime and would recommend them to other host.

Amazing off-grid experience with an open-minded, kind and caring soul – Simone. The forest is an incredibly peaceful place with a beautiful view of the mountains and calm, harmonic energy. Our daily tasks were mostly fun working around the woods and chestnut trees. Simone introduced me to his lovely friends, and we had a lot of fun in our free time making chestnut marmalade, joining small events like a pizza night with a vegan master chef, exploring the stunning nature around, and much more. Thank you, Simone. It was an unbelievable experience to slow down, reconnect with nature, and feel her rhythm again. Take care and always stay true to yourself. Big hug, my friend and a kiss from Jitřenka all over your face 🐌🐺

Yo estaba en el barco durante un mes y ha sido una muy muy buena experiencia. El trabajo es solo tres horas al día y todo se explica muy bien para que los voluntarios entiendan lo que tienen que hacer. El alojamiento está en un espacio común pero hay cortinas para privacidad. Hay tripulantes a largoplazo que también viven en el barco o que visitan a menudo y son muy simpáticos. Hay muchas oportunidades para hablar español, de hecho hablar español es una ventaja en este trabajo y en general fue el idioma de trabajo. Conocer a otros voluntarios también fue muy divertido. Un beso a Celso, Noemie, Xoan, Juanma y los demás!

I stayed for about two weeks. First of all, thank you for letting me stay! I have so many wonderful memories and had so many different experiences. I worked for two to three hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon. I personally enjoy gardening, so I had a lot of fun. I was also able to go to Singapore on my days off, and she taught me how to get there and what to do in Singapore. The food was also a great fit for me, so I was very happy. Thanks a million.

Lidya stayed with me for a bit over two weeks and quickly became part of our daily life. She helped with the olive harvest and in the garden, always attentive and willing to give a hand. Sometimes she liked to take her time with things, and i really appreciated that — she was always genuine and present. She’s a reliable, polite, and very sweet person, with a thoughtful and interesting mind. We shared many lovely moments together — meals, wine, friends, and great conversations. It was a beautiful experience, both human and practical. I warmly recommend Lydia to anyone looking for someone kind, curious, and respectful.

I am so lucky to have gotten to spend my first Workaway with this family! They are so welcoming and made me feel so at home. The work is always fun and you will rarely work alone which is lovely. I learned to use a chainsaw with Pat, harvest honey and make bread with Mandy, cook and sing with Tierra, and made anti itch cream from plantains and oil and beeswax! The food was always delicious and the stories were always entertaining. Their faith in Christianity is a very important part of their life and they will share their views and faith with you. I learned so much about different plants, cooking, and organic farming. Pat and Mandy are both very knowledgeable and will surely teach you a lot! This family is so incredibly sweet and anyone would be lucky to have them as their hosts!

I can highly recommend Simon to any future host—if you have the chance to welcome him, don’t hesitate for a second. Simon is a wonderful young man, full of energy and positivity. His company was both enriching and inspiring. During the two weeks we spent together, I came to know him as honest, responsible, cheerful, and consistently hardworking. With his professional background in finance, Simon generously shared valuable insights and practical tips that broadened my perspective on investing. Beyond that, we enjoyed many engaging conversations. I personally liked him very much and truly appreciated his presence. We will stay in touch :-)

Elena stayed with our family for three weeks, and it was truly a wonderful experience. She is a kind, reliable, and attentive person who quickly became part of our family. Always willing to help, she approached every task with care, responsibility, and a smile. She was great with the kids, respectful of our home, and always positive and easy to be around. We really appreciated her calm and thoughtful nature — she brought a lovely energy to our household. It was a real pleasure to host her, and we wish her all the best in her future travels and adventures. Our doors will always be open for her — she will always have a home here in Italy

We hosted Yining from Taiwan for 10 days, and from the very first day, she adapted to our home so easily. With her bright smile and wonderful energy, she brought so much joy into our house. She helped us with simple household chores and participated in many fun activities with our children, Kenan Pars and Kuzey Sarp. Yining also gave us a big hand in our garden work . she was never just a guest, but truly felt like a member of our family. She cooked unforgettable Taiwanese dishes for us . we’ll never forget her delicious bubble tea and that amazing pudding! On her last day, she left us heartfelt letters and photos that made us all emotional. Even though we spoke different languages, our hearts always understood each other. The 10 days passed so quickly, and we already miss her very much. Yining, you will always have a home here in Antalya. We wish you all the best on your future Workaway journeys and highly recommend you to any host.

We had a wonderful time in the countryside in Colesano. During the olive harvest we met an international "team" and had a lot of fun with each other in harvesting the olives. Sara and Steen were good and generous hosts. In time, a trusting and sociable togetherness emerged. We felt very comfortable and can imagine applying there again.