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Johnny always delivered. He showed up, was always there with a helping hand and a kind word. He comes with skills attached! Can handle a wide variety of tasks. Wish him the best and hope he swings back around one day!

It was a lovely stay for me and my friend at Don Nangloy! Phonephet has a lovely, welcoming and warm family and his both daughters make you feel like a part of the family in a snap! The acommodation and bathrooms are very basic, but fullfill all your needs and the food of his wife was always delicious! Not spicy, but chili is available to spice it up yourself. The work itself was mostly easy, playing with the kids, teaching basic English, taking Petunia, their bull, for a food walk or a swim in the river or helping with various chores, like carrying water supplies and building a chicken hut. We were lucky to witness the annual boat race amongst nearby islands and got to see a spectacular festival organized by the people, being the only foreigners there. You can learn a lot from the Lao culture at this place and enjoy a swim in the Mekong river on top (we even washed our hair, as it's the same water used for the showers anyways). Ending the day with a stunning sunset and sometimes a bonefire was the cherry on top. Thanks Phonephet for having us!

Thank you Maheesha, Garrick, Rohan an Minara for having me. I had a great time with them. Garrick explaint me all the tasks and was always open to answer my questions. With Maheesha i had amazing chats. Her humor is awsome and i laughed a lot. Because i am not a nativ speaker Rohan helped me with my english, especially with the youth language. I am thrilled by Minaras phantasie. She has a lot of awsome game ideas. I had lots of fun playing with her.

We stayed at Chakra and Shandya's for 4 days. We want to thank them for showing us their Nepali way of life. As described on their profile, the room is simple (other room than picture) but you only need it for sleep. When we stayed with the family, there was little work to do. It was nice to stay at their house, help baini with homework and to get to know their family. We wish you all the best in the future!

Oliver and Grace spent 3.5 weeks with us in the October. They were very easy to have around and very helpful. The 3.5 weeks they were with us went by quickly. They helped with a variety of tasks during their stay; garden harvest and cleanup, planting garlic, rototilling, fencing, yard cleanup, butchering, preserving fruit and veggies, meals and kitchen cleanup. Grace is an artist and makes some great soup. She left us a beautiful watercolor painting. Oliver has a great sense of humor, eager to tackle any project and enjoyed baking various deserts. If Oliver and Grace contact you for a workaway, you wont be disappointed.

We really enjoyed our time on this beautiful land. We did not have the pleasure of meeting Nicole as she was away from the land, however Scottie kindly welcomed us. He was a lovely person to spend time with and get to connect with. Tim, who also lives there, was also super helpful and kind to us from the moment we arrived, he even shared his delicious soup with us, among other things, and really helped us to get settled in. You can tell a lot of thought and energy has gone into creating this property. It was a pleasure to contribute to what is being created here. The work was different from day to day, which felt really good. The accommodation is also quite nice and the kitchen and communal space was great! We really appreciated how Scottie went out of his way to teach us about the plants and make us feel welcome in other ways, like sharing his delicious lilikoi (aka passionfuit) juice recipe and some of his tasty home made ice cream! He even took us to see the volcano eruption, which was super kind and thoughtful. It was such an awesome experience. We feel so grateful for the time he took to connect and share, and for the opportunity to spend time in this beautiful space. Mahalo Scottie, may our paths cross again! All the best, Shan & Chan ♡

Even though it has been a few days since I left Mexicali, it still doesn’t feel real. When I first arrived, people would ask me, 'Why did you come here? This city is boring and there’s nothing to do.' Now, my answer is simple: 'Because of you all.' To some, Mexicali might seem like a dull, gray city. But thanks to the people living there, it became the most beautiful and shining city in my eyes. Dyanna’s Korean language academy is a lovely place. The students are full of passion for learning the Korean language and culture, and they showed me incredible kindness and hospitality simply because I am Korean. The work itself wasn’t difficult at all. My tasks included teaching expressions actually used by Koreans, introducing the culture, and playing games in Korean. It felt less like 'work' and more like a fun time that I looked forward to, spending time with the students. In class, they were students full of joy, and after class, they became my most fun friends. They took me to cool breweries and cafes, helped me try various Mexican foods, watched movies with me, and gave me city tours. We made countless memories together. Dyanna herself is also a wonderful person. Although she was busy with other work during my stay and we couldn't spend a huge amount of time together, our chats after class were still some of my favorite moments. When Dyanna was busy, her family took great care of me in her stead. They fed me delicious food (I think I gained some weight!), took me to parties and baseball games, and shared many conversations with me. I was truly happy. Most of her family speaks English well, so there were no issues with communication at all. Dyanna’s house was also very cozy. Since she was busy during the day, I was able to have some time to myself. Her kitchen was stocked with an amazing variety of Korean ingredients, so I could cook freely during my stay—which definitely contributed to my weight gain! Not missing Korean food at all was a huge plus. I stayed at both Dyanna’s place and her father’s place, and both felt as comfortable and warm as my own home. I want to say thank you once again. I received so much love from Dyanna, her family, and the students. Thanks to all of you, I feel like I’ve learned what true love really is. Waiting for the day I return to Mexicali... Adiós!

My stay with George was very nice with many young workawayers where many was invited including myself. We had a cozy time around the fire with guitar play and great food. Working with many projects. You were rarely working alone there with so many different nationalities. Great beaches, markets around Georges big plot of land. I can highly recommend this experience where we build for sustainable future :-)

I stayed at this guest house for three weeks from September 23. (Sorry for leaving review so late.) Thank you so much to Sergio, Elisa and Rio for making my first workaway experience so enjoyable!! 【work】 My work varied from day to day. It included cleaning the guesthouse, changing sheets, doing laundry, greeting guests, making decorations, painting walls, and walking the dog, Río. I had as much free time and holidays as stated in my profile, or even more. However, since work started a bit later, it was difficult to have the entire afternoon free. 【hosts】 They are so nice. Sergio was rarely around due to work, and I only got to meet him once, but he communicated with me via WhatsApp. Elisa gave me work instructions clearly and also provided information about life and sightseeing in Guanajuato, which was helpful for me. On the final day, when I was bitten by a neighbor's dog, Elisa took me to the hospital and helped me. Río is a very smart and friendly dog. 【language】 I spent almost all time in the house speaking Spanish because Elisa doesn't speak English so much and the other workawayer speaks Spanish. It was very good opportunity to practice Spanish for me. However it would be a little difficult to have a good communication for people who don't speak Spanish.

Cleo and NoNo are two of the most genuine people you'll meet. Their time here was short but still so impactful. They made a real effort to engage, socialise and really get to know the kids. During their time here we were still in the process of building and painting our gym area. They were always asking and willing to lend a hand wherever possible, as well as teaching the kids fun and engaging lessons. They showed that if you truly care about something or a project then it doesn't matter if you're here for a short space of time - you can still leave a big footprint. Thank you both for your help and caring nature.

Ange and Sharpie were so nice to take me very very last minute. They are really kind and inviting. We were working on renovating a shed and in the garden. The place is wonderful and there is everything you can wish for. I would definitely recommend to go there if you have the chance!

I really enjoyed having Steffi to stay during the summer. She helped me with arranging baskets in the Basketry Museum. She helped my collect natural materials for baskets. She even made a basket with me! She assisted me in basketry workshops. Overall, it was a great visit and Steffi was good company.

Thanks to David, I had a very relaxing time on his farm. The farm is surrounded by beautiful mountains and the air is incredibly fresh. Following Lagom spirit, he was really caring my work time not to be over four hours each day so that I could enjoy my free time. The Vietnamese food he provided was delicious and I ate so much every time. I am also grateful for the opportunity to spend time with workaways from around the world. I am honored to be one of the first workawayers on his wonderful project and wish him all the best.

Abu stayed with us for a few weeks and brought a very warm and gentle energy to the land. He is kind, thoughtful and deeply empathetic, and it was clear that he cared about the people around him. He approached each task with sincerity and a willingness to learn, whether it was gardening, harvesting or using tools that were new to him. He worked steadily at his own pace and was always open to guidance. We appreciated the conversations we shared and the positive spirit he carried with him. We wish him well on the rest of his journey and hope our paths cross again.

Rick stayed with us for a little over a month during the fall season, and he was an absolute pleasure to have in our community. He is one of those rare people who arrives with genuine maturity, kindness and a steady presence that immediately elevates the environment around him. He worked with care, consistency and a strong sense of purpose, whether the tasks were physical, detailed or community oriented. He brings a deep respect for the land, for the people around him and for the work itself. His contribution to the daily rhythm here was thoughtful, grounded and always appreciated. Rick blended naturally into the group and became a meaningful part of the evolving volunteer community. He offered insight where needed, supported others with gentleness and humility, and demonstrated a real understanding of what communal living requires. His dog Charlie was equally wonderful. Calm, friendly and incredibly gentle, he fit into the flow here without any difficulty at all. Rick is trustworthy, considerate and reliable. He has a strong work ethic and a very good heart. Any host would be lucky to welcome him. We are grateful for the time he spent with us and would happily have him back whenever he wishes to return.

We really loved having Katie on the farm and were so sad to see her go. She took to farm work and farm life right away. She is also a very sociable and extremely good natured. During her stay she took on the responsibility of making all the sourdough for the crew, and helped us insure fresh baked bread everyday, on top of putting in a solid shift at the farm. She is a great addition to whatever you are doing, and has the initiative and energy to be good at whatever you are tackling. If you have the chance to host Katie, don't hesitate. She is welcome back anytime.

Lorenzo fue un voluntario excepcional y una persona realmente especial para recibir. Tiene un gran corazón, una sensibilidad profunda hacia la naturaleza y los animales, y encontró muy rápido una hermosa armonía con ellos, con el refugio y con nosotros. También es un fotógrafo muy talentoso y supo mostrar lo mejor de nuestro lugar, ayudándonos mucho con la comunicación y el contenido para las redes sociales. Aunque su cámara es una de sus grandes fortalezas, Lorenzo nunca dudó en arremangarse y ayudar incluso en las tareas más complejas. Es una persona tranquila, paciente y con muchas ganas de aprender. Lo recibimos junto a dos amigos viajeros (Francesco y Myia), y esas dos semanas fueron un verdadero placer para nosotros y de enorme ayuda. Recomendamos a Lorenzo con total confianza. Voluntarios así hacen que la experiencia sea inolvidable. ¡Siempre bienvenido de vuelta al refugio ! Abrazos de Flo, Feli, Choco, Dora y nosotros !

Great volunteer Host her !

I stayed at the orchard during a busy time, because there were three christmas markets at the same weekend, but Beatrice and Mihkel always made sure that I got enough freetime. So I got the chance to see different steps from making a product to set up a kiosk. It was quite interesting to see the process, unfortunately I missed the apple picking and most of processing, but they're pretty good in explaining. Since there is no public transportation, they picked me up in Montreal and always offered to drop me off at the villages close by, that was really kind. We had good conversations and I learned a lot about the Estonian culture. They were really attentive and made sure that I had a good time there. The different tasks, the delicious food, the company from the family and other workaways, the evenings infront of the chimney and all that sourrunded by amazing nature, made this stay wonderful.

Leonie was such a pleasure to have on the farm. She approached everyday with positivity and gratitude and was not only a great help to us on the farm, steady and dependable, but a great person to share space with in our home. The fall is always one of the toughest seasons on the farm but Leonie never lost her motivation to make a difference. We will miss her good natured character, and we highly recommend her. If you are lucky enough to get a message from her- don't hesitate.