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I’m glad to have had my first WA experience at Sophie’s. I felt lucky and at home during my 6 weeks stay. It has been very much a pleasant time. Sophie is a very honest and welcoming host, well organized and prepared, but also flexible. Sharing as many moments with her is a key part of the stay (respecting each other space and time). Most of the comments already offer details about staying here, naturism, landscape, nature and wildlife all true. I will add extra below. Job: tasks can be various according to the priority list, always well planned and explained, no job will be above skills limits. I suggest to speak clearly about personal DIY skills, do not pretend to know but also adopt a “can do” attitude and enjoy the tasks (as I did), the result will speak for itself. There’s a lot to learn if you keen. Caravan: it’s very nice and cozy, if kept clean and well look after will be appreciated by the next guest. During winter I suggest to spare no warm clothes in your luggage. Overall it was a great experience that opens to me new doors for personal growth and future adventures. I believe Sophie is one of the best host this platform can offer, especially if it’s your first time. Thanks Sophie, I will always remember our laughs, walks with Malu and Canelita and everything else we have shared in this time.

I really loved my time here. It’s a community of kind, collaborative, and generous people who are genuinely committed to co-living, cooperation, and conscious ways of being together. From the moment I arrived, I felt at ease and truly welcome. It was deeply inspiring to witness a group of people actively choosing to live more cooperatively and in connection with nature. I loved working alongside Dirk on renovating an old apartment and contributing in a small way to the community’s growth. What stood out most was how quickly my nervous system relaxed, a real testament to the care and energy the community has cultivated. Every person I met made me feel appreciated and included. I was especially grateful to take part in the Friday evening process, which included a conscious sharing circle and community meeting, full of humour, openness, and meaningful conversation. I also loved all the delicious food and hanging out in the communal spaces, like the meditative space and community kitchen. Dirk did a wonderful job coordinating my time and helping me feel part of the community from the very beginning. It was a grounding, nourishing experience that I’ll carry with me. Thank you for having me and I look forward to returning!

These last 3 weeks were our first experience in Workaway... And what an experience! Fernando’s finca is a haven of peace, thanks to its beautiful nature and especially thanks to the state of mind in which Fernando takes care of it. Here everything is adapted to the surrounding environment, and it works very well. If you pass by there, for sure, you will learn a lot of things, market gardening, construction... And also to slow down. Live to the rhythm of your surroundings. Fernando is an amazing host, available despite his workload, and attentive. He is also a super chef! He will teach you many things, near or far, that’s for sure. In any case, we leave this beautiful place full of good memories, beautiful encounters and with a calm mind. Thank you again for your patience with our not very correct Spanish, and for your trust 🙏 See you very soon we hope

Daphnée est très gentil, efficace et sympathique, j'avais l'impression d'avoir eu ma petite nièce à la maison. Elle est venu m'aider sur mes projets, et tout c'est fait naturellement. Nous avons aussi préparé les décorations de noël, cela a était un plaisir de passer un moment ensemble. Nous avons partagé des soirées UNO a bien tricher et rire. Cela a mis de l'animation à la maison. Merci d'être passé à la maison, merci pour ton coup de main, Continue bien tes projets.

Sara was generously informing the community each time she would go to Cartagena for in case we needed anything. Sara did her tasks seriously and honestly which is important to me, always on time and always happy with whatever task I gave her. She was offering help easily. No big issues. Sara is a discreet, polite and respectful person. As a conclusion, if you are looking for someone to give you a hand, you will be totally satisfied. For a variety of reasons, I highly recommend that she has her own entire living space.

I consider the time I got to spend with Toni a real privilege. He was my first Workaway host and I'm not sure any other hosts will live up to the wonderful experience and connection we had. The accomodation comes with a stunning view & ample space, the work was well varried (3 days at the country house gardening, 1 day painting and 1 day helping at the school) though I'm sure Toni would adapt the work schedule depending on the workawayer's temperament. I loved the work itself, it was all very rewarding and a nice balance of interaction/hard labour. Toni himself was an excellent communicator from the start and made it clear that my wellbeing was always a top priority, and I really felt that. we were fortunate enough to connect at a really special level and I'll be making sure to come back and visit him in the future. To Toni the cultural exchange and connection is as important as the work itself. I would recommend that the prospective Workawayer has the same philosophy for the best match. we ate very well and shared cooking/cleaning easily. Toni's very active and loves to have someone around to encourage him to get out and about for swims, runs, hikes, bikes and exploration. I'm going to miss Toni's bright, inquisitive & inviting energy very much. thanks for such a brilliant journey Toni, I loved helping each other learn about ourselves over the two months. talk soon.

This wonderful couple with big hearts gave us great help with the olive harvest and other little tasks. It was a real pleasure to host them and to be a small part of their honeymoon :) They are very kind, considerate, polite, and well-organized. Wishing them all the best! <3

I had a crazy wonderful time here. apart from being one of the most beautiful hostel I was in I made deep connections with the staff and the other volunteers and had the opportunity to work in a great environnement, make many new friendship and really discover Santiago.

Felix is one of our youngest volunteers, joining us in late October 2025 for six weeks, and he quickly became a valued part of our team. He takes direction exceptionally well and consistently follows through with tasks and responsibilities. Whenever you give Felix an instruction, he responds immediately, with enthusiasm and commitment. He is naturally curious and loves learning about people, their backgrounds, and different cultures. His inquisitive nature, combined with his explorative spirit, brings a refreshing energy to our hostel. Felix also has a vibrant, competitive drive and shows great potential in athletic or active pursuits. If he continues down that path, he could excel remarkably. Felix is incredibly sweet, positive, and easygoing. He gets along with everyone and forms friendships effortlessly, creating a welcoming and upbeat atmosphere wherever he goes. His ability to connect with people so easily is one of his strongest qualities, and honing those interpersonal skills will allow him to grow into an even more confident and capable young adult. As he continues to grow, we believe Felix can benefit from expressing himself a little more openly and taking small steps toward showing more confidence in group settings. He has wonderful instincts, and trusting those instincts will help him build strong leadership skills over time. He’s still very young, and these skills naturally develop with experience, but he already has the foundation to grow into a confident, inspiring leader. We are grateful for the joy and energy Felix brought to our hostel and are excited to see the person he becomes in the years ahead.

Jacob from Ireland and Freya from Britain were absolutely wonderful Workawayers, and hosting them was a true pleasure from start to finish. From the very first day, they were lovely, friendly, charming, easygoing, and incredibly committed to everything they did. During their two week stay, they contributed so much to our project. They helped us with our website, online marketing strategies, and social media, and they wrote amazing content for our blog posts. Their creativity, professionalism, and dedication truly made a difference, and we are extremely grateful for their hard work. We are also especially thankful that they booked a safari with our agency. They took beautiful photos that they used on our Instagram, adding great value to our online presence. On a personal level, Jacob and Freya blended perfectly into our family life. Everyone loved them, and we shared many happy moments together. Playing UNO every night became a fun tradition filled with laughter and joy, and those moments will always be remembered. We will forever cherish the beautiful memories of their stay with us. As a final thoughtful gesture, they even gave us a lovely Christmas gift, which meant so much to us. We wholeheartedly recommend Jacob and Freya to any host they are exceptional people and Workawayers, and they will always be welcome back in our home.

English: It was in springtime when I spent some weeks with this lovely french family, Anne-Sophie, Julien and their four children. It‘s an old house in Haute-Savoie and as in every house there is always something to do. The work consisted of gardening or chores regarding the household, an occupation that was always manageable, even fun to do. The whole family is very musical and we had a lot of (vocal) jam session, piano lessons and even a party with a live band, consisting of ourselves and friends... I experienced a very hospitable atmosphere from the start and full of live and sympathy: Little wonder with 4 kids around! Furthermore it was a great opportunity to improve my French which wasn‘t to advanced at that time. Especially with Anne-Sophie who spoke very accuratly and distinctly with me, which made this my first hands-on experience speaking French. Thank you Anne-Sophie! The hillside and mountains around Boëge form a lovely landscape so I spent some time biking in the area. We also went all together for a swimming on Lake Geneva on a Saturday and had a picnic there - a lovely excursion. Staying with this family was a great experience for me. Thank you so much, Anne-Sophie and Julien! Français: C'était au printemps que j'ai passé quelques semaines avec cette charmante famille française, Anne-Sophie, Julien et leurs quatre enfants. C'est une vieille maison en Haute-Savoie et comme dans toutes les maisons, il y a toujours quelque chose à faire. Le travail consistait à jardiner ou à faire des tâches ménagères, une occupation toujours gérable, voire amusante. Toute la famille est très musicale et nous avons eu beaucoup de jam sessions (vocales), j'ai donné des cours de piano et on a organisé une fête avec un groupe live, composé de nous-mêmes et d'amis... J'ai été accueilli dès le début dans une atmosphère très hospitalière, pleine de vie et de sympathie : rien d'étonnant avec quatre enfants ! De plus, cela a été une excellente occasion d'améliorer mon français, qui n'était pas très avancé à l'époque. Anne-Sophie, en particulier, s'exprimait de manière très précise et claire avec moi, ce qui m'a permis de faire mes premières expériences pratiques en français. Merci Anne-Sophie ! Les collines et les montagnes autour de Boëge forment un paysage magnifique, j'ai donc passé de temps à faire du vélo dans la région. Nous sommes également allés tous ensemble nager dans le lac Léman un samedi et avons pique-niqué là-bas - une belle excursion. Séjourner dans cette famille a été une expérience formidable pour moi. Merci beaucoup, Anne-Sophie et Julien !

J’ai passé deux semaines avec Jarka, Pepa, Helenka et Vojta (et leur grand-mère) début décembre et je ne peux que vous recommander de venir rendre visite à cette adorable famille. Ils ont tout simplement le cœur sur la main et vous vous sentirez comme à la maison. Jarka cuisine chaque jour de bons petits plats et est toujours motivée pour améliorer son français ou son anglais ou aider avec l’apprentissage de la langue tchèque. J’ai adoré nos conversations après le dîner, que ce soit sur l’actualité, les langues ou les voyages. J’ai également eu la possibilité de visiter l’école dans la forêt où elle travaille et d’aider pendant les leçons de français et d’anglais. Avec eux ou grâce à leurs conseils, j’ai pu visiter Veselý Kopec et son écomusée, Žďár nad Sázavou et les oeuvres de Michal Olšiak, le paradis tchèque ainsi que leur magnifique jardin à quelques kilomètres de Hlinsko. J’espère qu’on se reverra bientôt. Encore merci pour tout =). - Maëlys

I spent three wonderful weeks there in November, looking after Patricia's house and five dogs. The house is super cozy with a view of snow-covered forests and a river. The surrounding nature is incredibly beautiful, especially when there is snow on the ground. The five dogs are very sweet and well trained. The biggest problem is that you don't have enough hands to pet them all at once! I really enjoyed the daily walks in the woods, especially with the northern lights above me. It can get a little lonely, but Patricia has super nice neighbors who took me to Umea and a small Christmas market nearby and explained a lot about Swedish culture to me. Patricia is a super warm and open person, she was always available when I had questions. Overall, it was a wonderful experience! I already miss the dogs in particular :(

Kat was an amazing help here at the shelter. She was very eager to learn and quickly picked up all tasks. She was able to express the bladder of three cats as well as one dog and always handled the animals with great responsibility and care. She was always motivated, reliable, and extremely helpful. She even went to the vet twice and supported us there as well. Even after her departure, she came back a few days later on very short notice to help us out when another volunteer canceled — which was absolutely amazing and meant a lot to us. We could always rely on her, and working together was not only very effective but also a lot of fun. Everything was absolutely great – we would welcome Kat back anytime and can highly recommend her.

Staying with Ruth and her family was a wonderful experience. Ruth is a person with a big heart and a wealth of stories to share, filled with humor and adventure. Her youthful spirit makes it easy to connect with her instantly. We are grateful for the opportunity to garden, work with sheep, and learn the true meaning of the phrase “stubborn as a mule.” XD The day flew by, and in the evening, we enjoyed some great games that we will definitely bring home with us. It's hard to put into words the feelings we experienced—it's something one must try to understand!

Angélique est calme, respectueuse des règles et des espaces mais aussi vaillante s'il le faut ! Merci pour les 5 stères de bois déplacées en un clin d'oeil, le ménage rondement mené et tout le reste Je te souhaite de belles expériences pour la suite

Ayla n'est venue que quelques jours mais on a bien avancé sur les travaux en cours; bonne bricoleuse mais pas que ! Très intéressante aussi dans les discussions, son parcours de vie Dommage que tu craignes le froid mais bon vent à toi ;)

Merci Erika pour ta visite et ton aide Disponible pour tout, que ce soit à l'intérieur ou à l'extérieur, du bricolage au ménage ... Longue vie à ton van et à ta chienne :)

Avec Jutta c'était simple! Pas besoin de demander elle devance vos besoins, et sinon elle est enthousiaste :) Tellement bien qu'elle est revenue un peu plus tard pour continuer ce que l'on avait commencé et c'était toujours un plaisir les journées partagées! Elle est autonome, indépendante et très respectueuse des espaces Merci Jutta

John helped us with gardening during his stay. Although he stayed for less time than initially expected, he was a very open, friendly, and pleasant person to have around. Communication was easy, and we appreciated his positive attitude while he was here. He promised he would return to the Farm someday and we would be very glad to host him again :)