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I volunteered at the festival in 2023 and it was one the best thing that happened to me in life - the theatre company is great both in performing, organizing the festival and building a community in the city. Since my arrival to the preparation of the festival my volunteering there was an ever intensifying whirlwind of interesting people, music, performances, dancing, singing etc. (the master classes are great too). Volunteers are being taken very good care of, the athmosphere is great. I'm thinking about recommending younger family members reaching adult age to sign for volunteering at this organization/ event to have a glimpse how life actually can be :-).

My 2 week experience at Sarann's school was nothing short of amazing. The energy of the children, the food, cultural immersion, and overall experience was great. Sarann is accommodating and easygoing. If you have enthusiasm, sufficient english, and enjoy kids then you'll fit right in! Thanks Sarann

Our stay of three weeks with Tushar, Aakanksha, and their lovely son Rahi at the farm was truly one of the most meaningful experiences of our journey in India. This was our first Workaway in India, and we feel incredibly lucky that it began here. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed not as volunteers, but as family. Tushar and Aakanksha are humble, kind, and deeply inspiring human beings, and their warmth naturally flows into everything they do. The farm itself is a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by open land, birds, river sounds, and clear skies. But what truly makes this place special is the people. Listening to Tushar’s life stories, his resilience, values, and long-term vision for sustainable living touched us deeply and inspired us in many aspects of life. We learned a lot from him about organic farming, sustainability, water management, and basic construction skills. Our daily work included weeding, planting, creating water pathways for trees, and helping with cooking and cleaning. The work felt meaningful and well balanced. What stood out most was the trust Tushar placed in us. He never put pressure on us, and because of that trust, we naturally found ourselves working as if it were our own farm and home. Aakanksha is an incredible person and an amazing cook. She introduced us to delicious Marathi dishes and patiently explained the preparation process and cultural background of each one. She also involved us in a beautiful local community event during an Indian holiday, where married women gathered to celebrate together. We felt truly welcomed into the community and were even gifted small presents to remember them by. And then there is Rahi, the sweetest, kindest, and most sociable child. He brought so much joy to our evenings, teaching us how to play chess and patiently playing with us even when we were completely confused about the rules. His kindness and patience warmed our hearts. We were also very lucky to meet Lina and Alex, a wonderful German couple who were volunteering at the farm at the same time. Working together as a team made daily tasks lighter and more joyful, and we shared many meaningful moments and conversations. A big thank you as well to Tushar’s parents for welcoming us so generously into their home and family. We highly recommend this place to any Workawayer looking for a truly meaningful experience rooted in trust, simplicity, community, and conscious living. We are certain we will come back to see how the projects evolve, especially Aakanksha’s café, which is planned to open in February. We left the farm with deep gratitude and admiration, wishing the whole family a happy and successful future with all their upcoming projects. Thank you for everything, Ghizlane & Driss

Antoni was a wonderful volunteer to have with us in Keelung. He is friendly, thoughtful, and very responsible. He takes initiative without being asked and handles both physical tasks and digital/desk-based work very well. In addition to helping with daily operations, he contributed meaningful writing tasks, and communicated clearly throughout his stay. It was a pleasure to work with someone who understands the project and engages with it so sincerely. Thank you for visiting and supporting our work, we would be happy to welcome you back anytime.

Why did you come to the US? That's probably one of the hundred questions Roy would ask you during your stay. We had the chance to meet her daughter (Siena) too who's as friendly as her father. Roy spent a lot of time explaining us with patience everything we had to know to help him with the farm. It was mostly feeding the animals but don't hesitate to ask him more work because as he always says :"They's a hundred things to do in the farm!" He also took time to have a nice walk or to have a beer (or two) in a pub with us. He's an incredible person who loves its animals and who loves living on a simple life. You'll have long interesting discussions with him. He's a very interesting person making you see the world in a different way. He never tried to convince you though. We were sleeping in a trailer which has a kitchen, a living room, a bathroom with dry toilet and 2 bedrooms. Simple but efficient. There's also a terrace where you can eat or have a coffee just in front of the sun: perfect! Roy has bikes you can take anytime you want to go shopping or exploring the surroundings. You eat the eggs from Roy's chicken, sometimes have unsold vegetables from the market, and Roy gave us sometimes some sweets or dried fruit. Nothing big but so kind from him because he didn't have to. We also visited Petaluma by train ( very close, easy and cheap ) and went for a long walk close the the Golden gate bridge. It's also possible to go to San Francisco with the train then the ferry on a day trip. Roy (and Siena) is a fantastic person. We hope he'll come one day and visit us in Belgium. Thank you Roy!

I stayed at the hostel for 6 weeks, and I loved it. The work is very chill. You are in the reception and handle check in and check outs, and minor cleaning. If you have the morning shift you also make breakfast for the guests. You live together with the other volunteers where you share an apartment. On your time of you can chill at the beach, surf, snorkel or dive. The main beach for surfing is 25 min walk from the hostel and 10 min from the apartment. Steve and Daniel, our bosses, are super nice and always ready to help if you have questions. And even though its a small town, there are a beach party and karaoke night every week. Its also the safest place I have been in Latin America - as a female its totally safe to walk home alone at night. The only thing that might be following you are a couple of dogs 😁 And also when you are on Playa Estero you can leave all of your things at the beach, maybe you are going surfing or going for a swim, it will not get stolen. I would definitely recommend this place!

When I spoke to Dina on the phone before welcoming her, I already had the feeling that Mary Poppins was coming to the rescue. I had a very stressful month behind me and was tired and overwhelmed, and then Dina arrived with her big smile and magic, infusing fresh air and joy into everything she touched. In just a few days, she completely reorganized, tidied, and created space and beauty in my 100 m² art studio. It happened so quickly, and the space now feels so open and beautiful that I work in a completely different state of mind. She also played with our son, made beautiful paintings, baked the most delicious gluten-free cakes, and in her free time went on such fun and inspiring adventures. We were truly charmed and inspired by her, and our hearts felt replenished by the love and care she puts into everything. Thank you so much for coming into our home, Mary Poppins. We hope to see you again very soon.

Anna was a wonderful volunteer and a great part of our community. She is kind, easygoing, friendly, and very well-mannered, always bringing a positive energy to the hostel. She got along easily with guests, other volunteers, and the team, and adapted naturally to the work and daily flow. We truly enjoyed working and having fun together, and she would always be welcome back here, anytime, either as a volunteer or a guest.

Fernando is an amazing person. He and his friends have spend 8 days with us and it was all you can wish for with a workaway guest. Fernando plays beautifully guitar and he and his friend Roni, who by the way is an amazing artist, made an entire fence around my raspberrie field. Even though they had never really done it, Fernando is a smart person who stays calm in difficult moments and oversees the situation to come with a practical solution that works. For example on Christmas day all shops were closed but i needed to do some shopping. In 3 minutes he found me a shop that was still open and only 10 minutes drive away. I had never even been to this shop! Even though the work was fysical and it was cold and it rained Fernando and Roni finnished the entire fence. I am so grateful he and his friends stayed at my farm during Christmas. We had the best Christmas ever! It is an experience we will never forget. We played cards every evening and learned many new games and dances. If ever you have a chance to host Fernando, say yes! We hope to see Fernando and his friends again some day. Me and my daugther miss them.

Joanna et Andy sont passionnés, je suis très heureuse d'avoir pu contribuer à leur projet. J'ai appris beaucoup et améliorer mon anglais. Il m'ont inclus dans leur quotidien et je repars pleine de souvenirs et heureuse.

Martina è stata la migliore esperienza che io abbia fatto finora su Workaway. La sua casa è meravigliosa, immersa nel verde, con un giardino stupendo che trasmette pace e bellezza. Collaborare con Martina non è stato solo uno scambio pratico, ma una vera esperienza di vita e di crescita personale. Mi ha insegnato tante cose e, giorno dopo giorno, è nata una bellissima amicizia. Fin da subito mi ha coinvolta nella sua quotidianità, nelle sue amicizie e nella sua vita facendomi sentire parte integrante. Martina é sempre delicata e sorridente, premurosa e disponibile Jerry , vaniglia e Oliver e la new entry sono parte integrante per chi come me adora gli animali , troverà una dolcezza infinita anche da loro . Ci siamo connesse profondamente, come se ci conoscessimo da molto più tempo. Tornerò sicuramente, non solo come Workawayer, ma come amica. Ti aspetto a Torino, a casa mia. Ciao Martina.

Tuve una experiencia muy linda recibiendo a María en casa. Charlamos un montón sobre diferentes culturas y viajes; ella me contó mucho sobre Portugal, un país que me encantaría conocer. Como las dos somos docentes, también conversamos sobre educación y fue súper interesante intercambiar ideas. Fue muy ameno tenerla en casa y pasear juntas por Quilmes. María puso mucho empeño en el trabajo: pintó una pared del jardín con ganas y responsabilidad, y fue muy respetuosa con el cuidado de mi casa. Además, compartimos momentos muy lindos y hasta fuimos a tomar una cerveza al centro de Quilmes. La recomiendo con total confianza.

Not recomendable at all. The description in the profile does not match at all the place or what you do there.

Accueillir Rémy a été un vrai plaisir : un échange enrichissant, une aide précieuse, et une personnalité attachante . Je souhaite à beaucoup de personnes de croiser son chemin.

🎉 Huge thanks to Stefan! 🎉 A massive shoutout to multilingual Stefan, our awesome volunteer social media wizard! 🧙‍♂️✨ He brought the ideas, the creativity, and the vibes — and somehow made our socials look way cooler than we ever expected. From eye-catching posts to spot-on captions, Stefan nailed it every time. Always reliable, always positive, and always ready with a fresh idea. Our feeds wouldn’t be the same without him. Thanks for all the energy, creativity, and heart you put into this, Stefan — you’re a star! ⭐🙌 Thank you so, so much !

Between October and December of 2025 I spent a total of two months in Saint-Louis. After settling in and getting used to everyday French I had one of the best experiences of my life via the centre. My main responsibility was setting up and teaching three beginner courses in English with students aged 7-11 (classes CP, CE1, CM1). We also took part of sport excursions once every week. There was also time to explore Saint-Louis and nearby areas. Rich meals together with the organization every day. Friendly atmosphere Accomidation with individual space. Don't hesitate to ask for help if you're missing anything. Invaluable experience learning French and a little Wolof If you're looking for conseils please don't hesitate to reach out to me. Un grand merci a tout le monde à et Pikine.

A good review is the best new year gift to one of our most wonderful ,helpful and kind hearted volunteers .During his six months’ stay at the here ,Rafael was extremely reliable—always on time and fully engaged with the students. The students, teachers, and other volunteers all enjoyed working with him. His dog, Gavin, joined him and was very chill, friendly, and well-liked by everyone. There was one small early incident with the house, which Rafael handled responsibly, and everything went smoothly after that. His help with the communicative activities was well-structured, very friendly and rewarding. We feel very lucky and very honored to have hosted Rafael and we strongly recommend him to any host looking for very nice, committed and hard working volunteers

Mr. Fifu with his son Chiku treated me like a MAHARANI = (maharajah wife), they treated me like one of the family and took exception excellent care of me. From a bed to sleep, food and drinks and all my needs. Fifu is a very warm hearted man with kindness and generosity. I worked in the kitchen and dining room and I had the chance to meet other guests from India and the rest of the world. I had an amazing fantastic time with Fifu & Chiku and I do thank and much appreciate all they had given me to feel like home sweet home.

There are no words to explain how comfortable I was while I spent my days at Marion's and Philipp's home. They received me a few days after I wrote to them at the last moment and during the end of the year and I was so happy when they answered my message. It was so nice to be in the center or the town with free buses that connect to other towns and the beach!! I worked at Marion's studio organizing and clearing up and felt so comfortable by her side and also working alone. I felt so at ease working there. We had lovely meals together in their lovely home with the view of the main road. Marion's food was made with love and care and I cooked sometimes and loved the experience of cooking in a French home with the vegetables that were in the famous brown paper bags. No words to explain how sweet and educated is Sol their son who has an amazing smile. I had such a good time trying to speak in my little French to him and how I would end talking in English and he made all the effort to understand me, and I thank him for that! I love him! I had a great time playing and painting watercolour! I don't know what words to use to say how fortunate I have been to be able to have spent 9 days with this great artistic family learning about how it is to live in a French little town in speaking French, English, Portuguese and hearing German; it was Great!!! I miss them already but I know in my heart that we will be seeing each other again in the near future!! The time I shared with them is one of the greatest memories I have since I started with workaway !!!

We spend five weeks with Alex and Claire (and the dogs) - and we really had an amazing time! They are truly wonderful people and very caring hosts. We signed up for the olive harvest and spend three weeks harvesting with three other volunteers whom we also shared the house and the car with. Genuinely amazing and loving people who made our stay much more than just a harvest. We experienced a strong team spirit with the other guys which really made the work in the fields worth the hazzle. Cause let's be honest - it is hard and repetitive work. Alex is a joy to work with in the fields. He is really passionate about olives, olive oil and the local history on the area - and he is more than willing to share during the breaks in the field. When our three weeks of harvesting came to an end we ended up staying over Christmas and New Years to dog sit Naomi and Spirit together with two other volunteers. We had a great time! Thanks for everything!