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Ann was the ideal volunteer. She quickly grasped every task and performed them accurately. She was also strong, making even tasks like hammering and shoveling a breeze. She always treated every task with the same meticulous attention to detail as if it were her own, so we always felt safe entrusting her with a task. Ann also got along well with those around her. Laughter was constant wherever she was. She was also comfortable cooking and cleaning for others. Last fall, the weather in Korea was extremely difficult for organic farming. However, we persevered through the difficult times by working with Ann on the farm. We were happy to finish the year's farming with Ann. We hope to see Ann again soon.

I spent a lovely 10 days with Jacques and Seung Hwa at their quaint home in rural Jeollonom-Do! They are very kind, interesting, and reasonable hosts who offer a unique cultural experience through a glimpse into their traditional Korean lifestyle. I highly recommend this workaway! I felt welcomed from our first evening when Jacques and Seung Hwa greeted me with a delicious warm dinner. Family meals were a highlight of my stay. Seung Hwa and Jacques shared almost every meal with me, introducing me to many charming local restaurants as well as Seung Hwa’s impressive home cooking! I got a culinary tour of “Korea’s Kitchen,” which would be difficult to achieve without such qualified local guides! My friend Xavier and I also had the chance to share some of our American cooking. ;) Our chores varied from day to day but included working in their small field, pruning bushes, collecting stones and bamboo, and scraping wallpaper off of a bare concrete wall. Seung Hwa and Jacques were very reasonable in their expectations. We took frequent breaks in between jobs and several days did not include much work at all. I especially appreciated how Seung Hwa and Jacques often work alongside their workawayers, making the experience more fun! Doam and its surroundings make for a picturesque and relaxing visit. Life is slow-paced, but activities abound nonetheless, and Seung Hwa and Jacques like making time for their workawayers to experience them. During my visit, we visited a local temple, walked around a nearby island, experienced the Gang-jin fresh market and went to a traditional public bath (twice). As someone who loves the peace of the countryside, I immediately felt at home. This was my first workaway experience and I’m glad it was with Seung Hwa and Jacques! They are special people with an unusually interesting lifestyle and accompanying philosophy. I learned so much about their fascinating life stories as well as South Korean culture more broadly. Oh, and their french bulldog Haudou is extremely cute! Thank you Seung Hwa and Jacques for an amazing stay!

Pedro is one of the nicest young men you can meet, very pleasant, good company , always a smile, kind, really very nice person. He was with us a short time - our schedules were in conflict that could not be resolved and caused difficulty . I do advise that you be exact for the time you are willing & need to & are able to host. Pedro works part time - that is his priority as also social events he has. You can contact me for any further information. We regret that we could not work out our schedules because Pedro is so very nice a person.

Diane was such a wonderful addition to our family. She arrived while we were completely exhausted from our baby’s sleep regression, and she immediately stepped in and eased the load. Once we’d caught up on sleep, we even got to enjoy a lovely day together at the Grey Lynn Festival. She shared her knowledge as a botanist, played piano for us, helped with cooking and gardening, and was absolutely amazing with our dog. We felt so lucky to have her.

Tristan was so easy to host and he was an outstanding Workaway as well. He put in long hours and worked independently with confidence and skill. I had no problems allowing him to use any of our machinery or tools — he handled everything safely and competently. He made a real, lasting difference on our property by building a mountain bike track, extending current walking trails and helping with foxglove management. We are very grateful for all the effort and time he put into our place. He stayed with us for two weeks, and we would welcome him back anytime.

He was very helpful and kind and responsible. I am very grateful to have him. His knowledge in woodcraft was great and appretiate it a lot. Thank you Pol for doing the best you could. I recommend him a lot.

More of the same, folks! J & J were absolutely wonderful. They take their responsibilities seriously, think critically, and pitch in with what needs to be done—so they’re able to integrate themselves seamlessly and quickly into creating solutions. And it was hugely appreciated. From the mundane to the high-level, they offered support in ways that will have a lasting impact. Yes—the dogs loved them but even help with weeding the garden, straightening up the back patio and their fried rice and air fried sweet potato chips were truly laud-worthy! Thank you both. The dogs and I already miss you!

Gregory and Lisiane are lovely people, very easy to get along with, they work well and with little guidance. Lisiane is a wonderful cook. I enjoyed their stay very much. They are welcome anytime.

Marius and Annika helped me tremendously. They arrived just as the fires started, which was not an easy moment, but they handled everything with so much support and calm. They are tidy, neat, and take real care of things. When I had to leave for a longer period, it felt natural and to ask if they wanted to stay and look after the house. When one of them couldn’t work on a particular day, the other discussed it with me and offered to work longer to make up for the time. Both are honest, considerate, and genuinely kind. And beyond all that, they’re artists. Marius played me a song he made, and I thought it was incredible. And if you want to be in for a real treat, listen to Annika sing. Her voice is breathtaking. It really is!

Nazha is a really kind host. She has a really good heart and always makes sure that you are happy. The most important thing is to communicate well and ask again if you didn't understand. I felt like family there and I am really happy about this real maroccan culture experience. Teaching in the school was also very interessting and the stundents (small and big) are very kind and open. Thank you so much for everything!

Heyo!☀️ I don’t know why it took me so long to write this review. I guess I still needed time to let everything sink in. And most importantly, I felt that Amit had already understood everything I experienced in Samothraki, not only through the tears I shed when I left, but throughout the ten incredible days I spent there at the end of October. Amit’s land is a special place. I won’t try to describe it, because there are no words that can contain enough emotion, sound, colour, texture or scent to make you truly understand it. But if you're reading this, trying to decide what to do: go. Just go, and see for yourself. Mind you, this isn’t a place to “rest”… at least not in the ordinary sense. Your soul will rest more deeply than ever, but you’ll also find yourself wanting to participate, to be present, to do things, to give something back to that land. When I was there, we were six people, and the daily tasks were shared in the most natural way, based on what each of us felt drawn to, what we enjoyed, what resonated with us. I loved that. Nothing forced, nothing mechanical...it felt right. I found a place like no other, and I was lucky enough to also find amazing people there. And while Amit says it’s “the island’s magic,” I agree with something Rohna (a very special soul I met there) once told me: “This isn’t Samothraki’s magic…this is Amit’s magic.” He created something that only someone deeply empathetic, and shaped by a long inner journey, could create. You can feel it in every inch of the land he cares for. Just go. As for me, I hope to return one day. This place will stay carved in my heart forever. Thank you🪾🍁

I am grateful for the opportunity to have spent time with Mladen in Split. He is a truly unique person, with a plenty of knowledge on intriguing topics such as raw food and spirituality. Also, he is very warm, welcoming and easy to get along with. His appartment in Split is very spacious, and we shared some really nice time together. So thank you and all the best! :)

I am writing this feedback a bit late, but better late than never. I stayed at Jose&Phil lovely farm in July and August 2025. Choosing this place was one of the best decesions I have ever made – it was absolutely amazing. I am giving them 100 out of 10. Trust me, it is the best place in Australia you can find. Jose&Phil and their whole family are among the kindest people I have ever met. I had so much fun and enjoyed deep conversations with them. They showed me around, taught me a lot about farm, how to care of horses (I feel like an expert now :D), and about Australia its culture and nature. I had an opportunity to ride a horse for the first time ever, which was wonderful. Jose is the best teacher you could wish for. I also enjoyed watching her ride and I fell in love with the sport.I joined Phil's runs which was also fun. If you have read other reviews you might have noticed, that everyone writes about Phil's amazing cooking. I did not want to believe it, but it is absolutely true! I have never eaten better meals than those made by Phil, not even in a restaurant. They were absolutely delicious. We had dinner together every evening and after that we talked or played some cards which was a nice way to spend the long winter evenings. I felt like part of their family there <3 I really enjoyed the jobs. Mostly, I was weeding the paddocks, cleaning the horse yards, and cutting hedges and bamboo. It was fun. I left after two and half weeks there, because I went to another place and then to travel a bit around Australia. After that, I was supposed to go back to Europe. However, I loved and missed this farm so much that I cancelled my flight just so I could come back and stay a couple more weeks (until the end of August, then I really had to go back). Not a day goes by when I don't miss this place, people, and the animals, and I hope I can come back again soon. Thank you Jose and Phil for everything, you are the best! <3

Dr. Ivan Alejandro Perez was an ideal WorkAway for my particular needs at the time. He arrived, with the intention of helping me care for my husband, who was sick and close to the end of life. Unexpectedly, my husband died on about the third day of Dr. Ivan’s stay. It was very comforting to have the presence of someone compassionate, kind, and comfortable with grief. Ivan Perez was adaptable and willing to do many things he had never tried before. He painted the trim of a new door I had installed, and he helped me arrange a slideshow for the celebration of life several weeks after my partner of 32 years passed away. It was a time when his quiet caring presence was ideal. He was great at repairing things and had a lot of patience. Ivan cleaned all the filters of my heat pumps (I didn’t even know they had filters!). It was his first big trip, leaving Mexico and coming to Canada. He enjoyed the rain and lush forest, reminding me that I live in a very special place. He is a gentle soul, who, without words, offers help and solace, which I really appreciated. He is meticulous when he takes on a job, careful, thorough, and thoughtful. I appreciated his judgment at a time when I was tired, grief-stricken, and not always functioning well. It was a gift to have his warm and friendly presence while I was reinventing myself after the loss of my husband of 32 years. He did routine chores, such as recycling, bringing bags to the green dump, some house cleaning, and yard work. I appreciated his opinions while making decisions regarding my house and property. He assisted my friend and tenant with driving lessons, and adapted to our rainy season without complaints. I started taking Spanish lessons by the end of the second week, and I wished I had started sooner. I had not used my minimal Spanish for 10 years, so it was great to have a tutor who was not critical, despite my forgotten words. We laughed at my creative translations and enjoyed the simple stories I downloaded for beginners. He is a good Spanish teacher. Ivan is a smart, thoughtful person, diplomatic and sensitive to others' needs. He would be an asset, as he adapts to each situation with grace and sincerity. I highly recommend him.

I stayed with Marisabel for a week this summer and it was a lovely experience. I helped with cleaning up and household tasks. Furthermore we enjoyed each other's company and had good conversations about life. We also went around in Cuenca a bit as there was a market in the week I was there. It was really nice to stay with Marisabel and I would love to see all the creative things she will create in the future!

I felt surrounded by Annette’s warm, motherly love during my stay, and it truly felt like home. Lisa was also incredibly kind and told me, “Think of this as your home, relax and enjoy your time here,” which meant so much to me. Every morning, we meditated, played music, or walked through the forest. Here, I learned that instead of rushing toward the future, it’s more important to listen to the voice of my heart in the present moment. This realization is a big lesson I will carry with me for life. Annette’s son was also kind and has an amazing singing voice — I highly recommend listening to him. The daily tasks changed, but with Annette’s guidance, everything — from gardening to carrying firewood — was enjoyable and never too hard. We visited the town, the sea, and even a farm — every experience was meaningful and memorable. It was a heartwarming, unforgettable stay.

Piet and Grischa were fabulous workers. They spent 6 days with us and did amazing work , which included building a retaining wall, moving dirt , trimming plants and weeding. They were very pleasant to talk to and we enjoyed their company. We'd highly reccommend them to other hosts if you are looking for hard working, honest young men.

Jenny's month here was awesome! She instantly clicked with everyone—my family, my friends. Seriously, she fit right in from day one. She's super talkative and curious, always surprising us with cool, specific details about her home country. We laughed and talked until midnight most nights—we were exhausted sometimes, but we just had so much to chat about! Her mind is seriously sharp; she picked up instructions instantly and brought great, thoughtful ideas. She has serious stamina and is so adaptable; she’d be amazing at anything—from manual work to computer stuff and deep discussions. Plus, she taught us how to make music by blowing on grass, and she was so good with my son. We were definitely lucky to have her! We will miss you, Jenny

Me and Tam stayed for 3 weeks on Emines farm, the work was always varied with a few tasks that had to be done everyday like walking the dogs and taking care of the horses, i enjoyed the work and the hours were fair and respected. The food was really nice and we had lots of interesting and funny conversations with the great group of volunteers who were there! If you are looking for mostly a cultural exchange or you're a sensitive person it probably isnt the best place to go but if you like the idea of farmwork and good food then go for it. All in all i had a really nice experience and liked learning about the olive harvest, thank you emine:)

We had a positive workaway experience with Camilla; she really helped us a lot :-) The harvest in our greenhouse will be better because she sifted and distributed so much compost, and the quinces that Camilla picked have already been turned into juice and jelly (so yummy!). Her help in preparing for Holger's birthday party has been very valuable. That the wall in the holiday apartment is finally painted is also a big plus. To have Camilla around was such a nice and interesting experience. We had a lot of interesting discussions. Also, good luck with your PhD-Project, Camilla! Always safe travels!