Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

We had such a great time staying with Soli & So! Our work options were super flexible so we chose to make them a piece of furniture. They went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and were incredibly generous with their time showing us round the city. It genuinely felt like we were visiting friends- such a special place! We will definitely keep in touch and be back!! Thanks for a lovely end to our Colombia trip :)

I had a fantastic stay with Manon in Almere, which is a lovely town and a great place to live. Manon is an amazing host…warm, kind, and very welcoming. I had my own room and plenty of privacy, which made the stay very comfortable. Her dogs, Lily, Luna, and Bucky, are all wonderful and brought so much joy to everyday life. I was especially grateful that Manon invited me to spend Christmas with her and her friends, which made the holidays truly special while being away from home. I highly recommend Manon as a host and would stay with her again without hesitation!

such a special time volunteering here! we stayed over Christmas & new years and it was so special- it's really a place to slow down and simply be, to enjoy life. Dawn is such an amazing women with a huge heart ❤️ she supports you with everything and will always be there if you need anything. I felt home & will always be grateful for this experience. The guests are lovely & the work super chill and nice. come here if you can! thank you Dawn 🌞

Well, my stay at Fanis's and Aeneas' place was truly blessing. Fanis is a deeply caring and genuine person, he has a tremendously creative soul, and a powerful grounding energy. I was lucky to share radiant moments with him and his smart ;) kid, Aeneas. Everything flowed gently and each moment felt embraced by the sound of the santouri. While helping around the house (especially with the wardrobe ;) ) and playing loudly with Aeneas, I discovered and learned so much during my stay - about hidden places, music, food, linguistics, about myself too... Staying with Fanis truly enriched me with golden memories, I must admit it was hard to leave... I would wholeheartedly recommend this place Thank you so so much Fanis for everything - and sorry for taking so long to write this short review ;,) (have been some crazy months...). Όλα θα πάνε καλά, kiss to Aeneas GAIA

This is an exceptional opportunity which I highly recommend for everyone with a kind heart! I felt gifted each day with the chance to live the Monastery lifestyle according to Humanistic Buddhist teachings, and as this daily practice is being the main focus of the international volunteer program, I really enjoyed that I could I partake in all of these events. You can arrive either as someone who never learned about Buddhism, or as an already practicing Buddhist, and basically anywhere in the middle! I wished to learned more, and I had the chance to do it in my own personal way, which made the process beautiful. I always found plenty of helping hands everywhere, in the Library, in the Buddha Museum, in the Calligraphy Hall, and from all the people I met along the way. The tasks were exciting and well scheduled, we were amazingly managed by a Program Coordinator, and I never felt overwhelmed with tasks. I spent almost the whole December at the Monastery, and could help at the Dharma Service during that time, which was very exciting and enjoyable, having many visitors and local volunteers around! A big plus that the program attracts very nice people, and I immediately got along with all the international volunteers, sharing laughs and jokes all the time! I feel eternally thankful towards everyone who is behind this amazing opportunity!

I stayed at David and Lenka's place for about 10 days during August this summer and I was truly happy with my experience!! I was staying in the lovely campervan they have in the garden while playing around with Kubik and Barborka and picking plums from the orchard. I felt so lucky to be able to stay at their place and help around. I enjoyed every chat and sharing moment both with Lenka en David as well as all the silly little games and running arounds with the kids, which I found to be really energetic and loving!!!! Harvesting plums and apples was also a nice and relaxed task, immersed in calm and nature! Days went off really genuinely, they were about enjoying walks in nature, chatting, playing. David and Lenka on day also brought me over to one of their friends' gathering and I really enjoyed it: we sang around a bonfire, ate exquisite food, strolled in the woods... One other day we also went out for a lovely lunch together! I was truly blessed. Thank you so much again David and Lenka, and please forgive me for takins sooo long to write this little review :,) (they were busy few months haha...) I hope you are doing great and I hope to see you soon again!!! Warmest hugs for all, Gaia ;)

I spent four very enjoyable, interesting, exciting, and wonderful weeks in Pocone and would like to express my sincere gratitude to Flavio, Juliana and the entire family. I was able to participate in the daily life of the family and the people from the neighborhood, which I enjoyed a lot. In the mornings, I worked for a few hours at Casa da sopa, helping to cook Brazilian dishes and playing and entertaining the children, which I enjoyed immensely. In the afternoons, I gave private English lessons and also taught a group of tour guides in English. As a physical therapist, I was able to work with two patients and was very happy to be able to help them. However, it didn't stop at english classes and physical therapy; with some of them I became friends and we spent a lot of wonderful time together. The weekends were another highlight. Together with Flavio and Juliana, we went on trips in the surrounding area, I got to spend time on Julianas brother's farm with the whole family, and we went on an unforgettable trip to Chapada dos Guimarães with a wonderful walk in the mountains and bathing under five waterfalls. On the other weekends, Flavio organized trips for me to the Pantanal. Beautiful nature, fascinating wildlife, wonderful accommodations, and nice people. I would like to thank Flavio and Juliana very much for this wonderful time and can wholeheartedly recommend a Workaway there.

Franziska was a warm and friendly team player in our working bee retreat. Although the work was mainly weeding, she did it with care and diligence and her signature happiness. She engaged in the retreat part with interest and intelligence. No hesitation to give her the highest rating and hope she finds her way back here sometime.

We volunteered with Gabri and Francesca for about a month and a half in Pisa and had a wonderful time with their family and pets! Our everyday tasks would include getting to the house mid morning and carrying out general day to day household chores and maintenance. This would include tidying, cleaning, laundry, dog walking and gardening. The work is relatively easy and laid back and both Gabri and Francesca are very easy going hosts who give you plenty of free time and recommendations to explore the local area of Tuscany. Their children, Lara and Martino are very polite and sweet and the dog, Duccio is full of energy and affection. We had a great time exploring the local region of Tuscany and volunteering with Gabri and Francesca and wish them and their family all the best for the future! Grazie!

It was an absolute pleasure to have Gordon stay with us! He showed up at just the right time, and we knew from the start that he would be trustworthy and responsible. Gordon also proved to be very adaptable. Due to the weather (it was raining a lot) we had to postpone some of the outdoor work we had planned, but Gordon turned out to be an absolutely brilliant babysitter and our son adores him to this day. Gordon also ended up helping us with deconstruction work (knocking down some brick walls and then moving the bricks elsewhere). He's an independent worker, and you can trust him to do a very thorough, high-quality job and to always show up on time for work. We enjoyed many great conversations with Gordon, and he also did a photoshoot of our son (at my request), and took some stunning photos that I know we'll treasure forever. Thank you, Gordon! You're always welcome back in Oslen!

I am so grateful for this one week I stayed at Simone's place! I will never forget her magical home in nature, colours of the autumn, cutting wood, making fire, jumping on the trampoline with her daughter Muni. Simone is a person who makes you feel comfortable from the first moment you meet her. We shared open, fun and interesting conversations. She also helped me a lot with the beginning of my research of Estonian saunas with sharing her experience and also arranging sauna at her friend's place. She is very inspiring person! Also knowledgeable, she taught me how to use some tools, how to prepare firewood and do some building works in the sauna-to be. I wished I could have stayed even longer, but the cold days were approaching...Thank you again for your immense friendliness and sharing your authentic lifestyle with me!

this place was my second Workaway! and I preferred it a thousand times over! the place is warm and the family is very welcoming, David always makes sure you feel good! the cultural exchange is very present! and sharing and kindness too ^^ it's a farm in a quiet place far from the city but close to real locals not yet affected by tourism! the work was enjoyable! I sincerely hope to be able to return there one day ✨

I had an amazing first Workaway experience with Steffi and Brad and couldn't have asked for a better start. The accommodation was spacious, clean and comfortable with my own room and bathroom close to the hostel and surf school. I felt very welcome from the beginning and was given a lot of freedom and trust, both in my work schedule and creativity. I supported with social media and taught yoga at the surf school, made friends for life and created unforgettable memories (including learning how to wave surf and Kitesurf). Steffi and Brad were always supportive and helpful, making it easy to adapt to island life. I would definitely recommend this Workaway host. Thank you so much!!

Lilly and George stayed at our farm for a couple of weeks i am more than happy to drop this feedback because of the respect and love they showed to the place . They left the place in immaculate condition and sort of set a new hygiene protocols for the kitchen and garden. The farm always remembers their efforts. Thanks

Mustafa stayed with us for two weeks. He is very warm-hearted, kind, and extremely helpful. He actively supported us in the household and completed several painting jobs around the house with great commitment. We worked way more than the standard Workaway arrangement. He was always open and connected very well with my children, which we really appreciated. Mustafa is also very dedicated to learning German, which is truly commendable. However, communication was sometimes challenging, both in English and in German. Despite this, we were able to clearly communicate the most important things related to his tasks, and this worked well overall. For us, the main focus of Workaway is intercultural exchange and mutual learning, which naturally works best when communication flows easily. During our time together, it became clear that Mustafa’s focus was more strongly oriented toward finding long-term job opportunities in the country through this experience. While this is understandable, it did shape the dynamic of our exchange. Thank you, Mustafa, for your support and your positive presence in our home.

Every human interaction leaves a mark, and this is important for us, belonging as we do to an ancient Mediterranean culture. Victoria was a kind, very communicative woman and an interesting visitor. She told us about her life, and we told her about ours, and that's what gives a relationship, a human interaction, great communicative value, a truly enriching experience. Everyone has their own life plan, and lives are like rivers... flowing downstream... toward the sea. In that sense, Victoria may return another time in a less formal setting... the doors of our project will remain open for you... a hug. Spanish version Toda interacción humana deja huella, y esto es importante para nosotros que pertenecemos a una cultura mediterránea milenaria Victoria ha sido una mujer amable, muy comunicativa y una visitante interesante. Nos contó su vida y nosotros le contamos la nuestra, y eso es lo que hace que una relación, una interacción humana presente un gran valor comunicativo, una vivencia muy interesante. Cada uno tiene su propio plan de vida, y las vidas son como ríos... que fluyen río abajo... hacia el mar. En ese sentido, es posible que Victoria regrese en otra ocasión en un ambiente con menos prosa... las puertas de nuestro proyecto seguirán abiertas para ti... un abrazo.

Nel 2023 io e il mio compagno siamo stati da Ghila per circa un mese ed è stata un’esperienza davvero speciale. Luca ha dato una mano con il giardino e alcuni piccoli lavori di manutenzione, mentre io ho supportato Ghila con i social e l’ho affiancata durante un ritiro. Oltre alla collaborazione, ciò che ha reso questo tempo così prezioso è stata la condivisione umana: abbiamo spesso cenato insieme, condiviso conversazioni profonde, momenti semplici e tante riflessioni sulla vita. Ghila e la sua famiglia sono persone davvero meravigliose, accoglienti, autentiche e dal cuore grande. Il luogo è magico, immerso nella natura, circondato da animali, silenzio e bellezza: uno spazio che nutre l’anima e invita a rallentare. È stato davvero bello stare lì, un’esperienza che porto con me con gratitudine e che consiglio a chi cerca un luogo autentico, vivo e pieno di cuore 🌙🙏

Ange and Sharpie provided the best experience on Aotea/Great Barrier that I could have hoped for. They have a beautiful house on a stunning site, and are deeply tied to the island and its culture. I felt welcome and cared for from the start, and I really appreciated their kindness and generosity. They're also very much wired into a network of friends and family, and because of that I came in contact with a diverse group of people who I otherwise would not have had the opportunity to meet. Communication about work expectations was clear, and I spent time in Ange's extensive gardens and helped Sharpie with renovating a cabin on their land. All the meals were excellent - from Sharpie's breakfasts to Ange's lunch feasts. The property is within a short walking distance of the cafe, grocery store, pub, and beaches, and they have an ebike available, which makes most of the rest of the island easily accessible. I'm really grateful that I had the opportunity to spend the time on the island and to live and work at their place.

I tried several times to write this because the three weeks I spent here really were priceless. The kids are amazing. They’re funny, disciplined, and genuinely interested in learning. I never heard them complain, and spending time with them was always a pleasure. From beach clean-ups to classes and training, they constantly made me feel welcome and appreciated. Alvin and Alice are truly special people. What they’ve built here says everything about how much they care for the kids. The way they talk to them and look after them is something you feel immediately. I had so much fun with both of them, and they took great care of me. Being here for Christmas and New Year’s, I honestly felt at home. This place is special because of them. I’ll definitely try to come back — hopefully with better kickboxing skills next time ❤️