Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

I can’t recommend Soykan enough! He was the perfect host. From my first contact with him, he was very communicative, alway prompt with his replies, and a wonderful source of information. He ended up being my go-to whenever I needed advice and suggestions about Turkey (apologies for bothering you constantly), even when it had nothing to do with his place. He was most obliging and kind. Very hands-on, Soykan did almost everything on his own, including preparing our meals (he was too nice to ask for help, but luckily there was usually someone who’s happy to cook for the team), helping to do our laundry, cleaning the common areas of the house (again, too kind to ask for help), organising activities for us during our downtime….He worked alongside us, lived with us, dined with us, and took a genuine interest in all of us. The accommodation was great, the rooms were spread across different floors, and we each had our own room. So we had the privacy if we needed, or mingle with each other in the living room when we wanted company. As for the work, I won’t repeat what has been written by the other volunteers. One last word….if you’re a cyclist on the road, do look him up. Soykan is a keen cyclist, having travelled extensively through different countries on 2 wheels. If he’s able to host you, take up the offer, because not only will you be well taken care of, you also will be able to tap on his wealth of knowledge about cycling in diverse countries!

This was my first Workaway experience, and I truly loved it. I ended up staying longer than I had planned, and it was absolutely worth it. Mamata and her family welcomed me so warmly from the very first day. They are incredibly kind and warm-hearted, and I am very thankful for the wonderful time I spent with them. ☀️ In the mornings, I mainly worked on the farm with the grandmother, Amma. It was a meaningful and interesting experience that gave me a deeper insight into farm life in Nepal. I also joined Mamata and the teachers from the nearby school on a unique day trip, which turned into a really fun and memorable experience. The surrounding villages and nature are beautiful. Mamata kindly offered me a bicycle so I could explore the area, and the people in the villages were always very friendly. It’s a peaceful, calm, and truly lovely environment. The family also recommended that I do a jungle walk, and it became one of the most special experiences I’ve ever had. The nature there was absolutely incredible. I am deeply grateful for the kindness and warmth of the whole family, and I would love to come back one day. Thank you so much for everything 🫶🏽

We loved having Anna stay with us. She fit very naturally into our family life – warm, considerate and easy to be around. She was respectful of our home, tuned in to our rhythm as a family, and joined in our daily life in a really relaxed, pleasant way. When it came to work, Anna was reliable and willing to help with what needed to be done. She didn’t complain, was open to feedback and just got on with things, which we really appreciated. In her free time and during the weekends she was independent and went out to explore. We would happily recommend Anna to other hosts and would gladly welcome her back anytime.

We spent the summer months working at Esther and Brent’s beautiful resort and truly had a great time there. From day one, they made sure we felt comfortable and welcome. The entire team is very open, supportive, and easygoing, which creates a warm, family-like work environment. We really enjoyed working in housekeeping especially with such an incredible view and the frequent sightings of orcas, seals, and whales, which made the job feel extra special. We can honestly and warmly recommend Esther, Brent, and the resort to anyone looking for a great place to work.

Thank you, Paolo, for this experience! Casabianca is a very peaceful place, perfect to unwind. I learned a lot about gardening and olive harvesting, which was a great discovery for me. Sometimes the transplanting work was repetitive, but it was also a nice way to relax and slow down. The best part for me was the olive harvest! It is so satisfying to see how much olive we can collect in a day. I really loved eating food directly from the farm, the vegetables were delicious, and of course the olive oil! Grazie to Giovanna, who was incredibly kind and sweet. She often cooked for us, and the food was amazing. We always had a good time during diner with Paolo and Erika, sharing about our different cultural experiences! Thank you again, Paolo, for my first Workaway and for the bouillotte (hot water bottle) during the cold nights! Thank you to Erika, my team mate during these 3 weeks, it was so fun spending time with you! See you! 
Emma

Hosting Chelsea was a great experience. She was very respectful and always showed initiative with the project tasks and household chores, like washing the dishes. We really enjoyed exchanging cultural insights and visiting local sights together.

THE BEST WORKAWAY Don't miss your chance to participate in this amazing project !! It is truly an incredible experience to come and help Paloma on the ranch. This place is pure magic ! The work is really nice, the activities are varied and you get to learn a lot. You work hard, which was very satisfying for me. The ranch is truly wonderful. It is so full of life, you will get to see a myriad of plants and beautiful little animals and insects. The river is definitely one of my favourite in the world, it really is a little paradise. I really enjoyed working with this amazing view and learning more about sintropical agriculture. I loved cooking with simple local ingredients in the beautiful outside kitchen. The fruits are just the best !! I definitely fell in love with the dogs, they are a big part of this experience. Most of all, I'm so grateful for this different perspective of life this project has given me. It is the perfect opportunity to deconnect and reconnect. Muchas gracias por esa increíble experiencia Paloma. Besos a todas las perras

Our stay with Chantal and Ybo was great! Everything was expected and more when it came to accommodations as Chantal mentioned she had not updated the photos at the time, the new accommodation was amazing- newly renovated loft suite with plenty of room for our family of 5. The tasks varied each day and we had time to speak with Ybo each morning to see if we had any ideas and then for what he was also looking for. We felt we had a sense of community and say with our time, the work times and expectations for staying were made clear and the transition to staying here was easy. Our children got along well with theirs of similar ages as well as another work away family who was there at the same time as us (what a treat when living as expats for months). Thanks to the entire family for welcoming us and letting us share in this beautiful place you have, our only mistake being that we booked another work away right after this one as the children all begged to stay longer and we were offered the opportunity- maybe we will be back in the future, or maybe we will have the please of hosting them. Cheers

Having Noor with us for a week was absolutely great. She is very easy going, very nice, fun and work super well. A perfect experience!

I stayed with Renato, Ana and the girls for about two weeks and felt welcomed into the family the whole time. The girls, Helena and Lara were lovely to be around, Renato and Ana were helpful and kind. I helped mostly with jobs around the house, cleaning and organising as well as helping a Renato to move and put together time old furniture. I appreciated Renato sense of humour which made the time together completing work fun. They're a very laid back and kind family, thank you!

I stayed there for about three weeks, and they provided a clean home, a comfortable room, gloves, and incredibly delicious meals. Tanya’s cooking is truly amazing — I found myself going back for seconds every time. Jonathan gave us clear tasks each day, such as helping with DIY projects, and I really enjoyed the work and the time spent together. Even when my lack of English skills caused some trouble, they were always patient and understanding. On my days off, they even took us to places like Moulins and Vichy, which made every day enjoyable. I am truly grateful for everything they did for me. I want to improve my English more and visit them again so we can talk even more:) Their Workaway is a perfect 100 out of 100. I genuinely recommend them to everyone. Thank you for everything!

Louis and Sylvia, where do we begin. As this was our first booked Workaway (and I am a planner) Louis was very patient with my constant reach out, updates and questions. Months later when we were able to finally make our way up to their most amazing mountain retreat, we were met with the kindest of smiles from them both welcoming our family of 5 into their home. The place is spacious and full of history, warmth and intention. Both Louis and Sylvia love where they live and the stories their area holds, and it shows. We loved touring around with them and getting all the knowledge they hold as they are not gatekeepers but story tellers as such. We also loved the slow life style (although I’ll be it, took us a few days and reminders that there is no schedule and we just go with what works that day). It was exactly as we hoped an exchange would work. Being in the landscaping business we helped to build a sitting area while we were there, although it still did not feel like enough to thank the amazing family we were sharing the experience with. The town is small, but open- the tapas and wine are rustic and beautiful, a real treat of what Spain has been like in the past. My only problem is that we booked work always before and after so we could not stay longer to enjoy this place and our amazing hosts. From sharing wine, to sharing an adventure to Trevelez, to working along aside one another and a special shout out to “Sylvia the saint” who has all the patience to try and teach us how to crochet. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Pedro originally came for 1 month but we loved him so much that we extended his stay for almost 2 months! He is a very social person with a lot of creative ideas. Our students described him as "talkative, friendly and responsible". His English teaching skills are excellent, including all levels from beginner to intermediate to advanced. We had no problems with him following the rules. We would love to host him again anytime he wants!

I stayed with Sebastian and Stephani in August 2026 for three weeks. At that time, they had three-month-old Linus, two-year-old Milo, and four-year-old Alaia. The time I spent helping with the children was always adapted to Sebastian’s working hours. With Stephani and the children, we used to go to the river, into town, and to the playground. Most of the time, I looked after the little girl, who loved reading. I had an apartment at my disposal, which had its own bathroom and kitchen. With Stephani, I practiced my basic Spanish, and I spoke English with Sebastian. The surroundings of Stein am Rhein are picturesque. In summer, the river is refreshing, and walks in the forests are lovely. Thank you for warmly welcoming me into your family.

Our first family Workaway experience in Austria turned out truly wonderful. Although at the beginning we needed some time to adapt to the new rhythm, rules, and family routine, once we found our balance, everything went smoothly and became comfortable for all of us. In the end, we not only had a great volunteering experience but also made real friends🧡 We are deeply grateful for the chance to become part of Stefanie’s and Gary’s family with our little one (1.5 years old). From the very first day they were open, flexible, understanding, warm, and welcoming toward us as a couple with a toddler - something that is especially valuable for traveling families. Stefanie is a very wise, thoughtful, and experienced woman in the sphere of conscious parenting. From her you can learn a lot about pregnancy, natural birth, and gentle child care✨️ Gary is an experienced gardener and a very skilled handyman. He cares for a no-dig vegetable garden and creates ideal conditions for soil fertility, which results in the family always having their own organic vegetables, herbs, and fruits. Alessandro had the opportunity to contribute by helping Gary with construction tasks, repairs, and the house’s electrical system - and truly enjoyed working with him side by side. Besides that, if you are passionate about music, hip-hop culture, or creating your own tracks, Gary is the right person to inspire you😉 As parents, we learned a lot from them - especially about mindful communication with children and building a harmonious family routine. We also took inspiration from their lifestyle, where they: 1. Grow their own food 2. Aim to live more independently and self-sufficiently 3. Raise their children consciously 4. Stay open, honest, and gentle in resolving any issues Thank you so much for everything! It was an amazing, enriching, and truly memorable experience 🧡

Carla & Jördis are truly outstanding! During their Workaway stay with us, they proved to be honest, trustworthy, and hardworking. They work independently, are flexible, and are always eager to learn both on their own (for example using ChatGPT) and together with us. They also left the guesthouse they stayed in in perfect condition. Their positive energy, help, and enthusiasm were a real asset. Carla & Jördis, you are always welcome to come back. Thank you so much, and we wish you lots of joy and success in your next adventures!

We are very happy to have Kevin, he is a very good teacher and teaches very well. The children have understood the literature lesson and are very happy with what is being taught. We are also very grateful to have completed the fundraising which has helped us to install a water system in our school. Kevin is a great asset to any institution

Francesco stayed with us for a week - together with another Workawayer. We thoroughly enjoyed his presence, not only because of his incredible effort in our food forest, but also as a pleasant conversationalist and table companion. Cesco - his Japanese nickname - dug planting holes, pruned trees, sawed bamboo, and mowed weeds. He did this work with care and precision. He amazed us with his cooking skills by preparing a delicious risotto and a superb chocolate mousse. Cesco has more talents than he showed us. For example, he quickly picked up new words and expressions in Japanese. He is also a creative person: in the absence of games, he made an improvised chess set from a cardboard box. In an ingenious way, he drew each chess piece, a true work of art! We would also have liked to hear some of his musical talents, but maybe on another occasion. In other words: Francesco is a wonderful Workaway guest, and we would love to see him again!

My experience here was amazing. I think that I cannot describe with words what I learned, about dogs behavior, necessity and even about myself, but also about compassion, generosity, commitment with other beings who depend only on you. Natsuko is a very strong as well as sensitive person, with the hability to understand all the dogs she is taking care. Despite her age, she is completely committed to help, care and give love to 16 dogs everyday in her life. She is very organized sharing the time with each dog, so she has a very specific schedule for morning and evening volunteer tasks. Natsuko really needs help, people willing to work hard, even under the sun or rain; physically capable of standing for long periods of time, bending down, walking and jogging with dogs, cleaning and mopping the house, It yard and garden, as well as to clean the doggies after every walk, etc. However, not everything was work! we had 1 day off each 4 working days to go outside and visit Bangkok’s tourists places. Also she offers the kitchen to cook in some specific hours (after dog's meals). Natsuko's house meaning "home" for me, everyday we had lunch all together in the dining room, we cooked together, shared Colombian and Japanese recipes and many personal stories as well. It was a very special and fulfilling volunteer experience. I left so sad because is very easy to build a bond with the doggies, but at the same time with my heart filled of love!🥹 Thank you very much for everything! Natsuko will be always in my heart! 💕

Serena has been one of the best volunteers we’ve ever had on board. She is deeply committed to the work and the project, respectful with everyone, and absolutely trustworthy. She contributed enormously during her stay, and we learned a lot from each other. She communicates easily in several languages and always gives her best in everything she does. We truly appreciated having her with us.