Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings

I had an amazing time staying with the lovely Midori-san in the countryside of Sasayama. There I was able to join local Matsuris and lots of other local events. During my time there, there were also a few other workawayers, which made the house very lively and it was great to connect. The work around the house and garden was not too hard and I learned a lot about gardening from Midori-san. She also taught me in tea ceremony, which was such a unique experience. I was there during a perfect season, where I could enjoy local specialties like black bean edamame, chestnuts and kaki. So thank you so much for hosting me, it was an amazing experience.

Melinda was my first Workaway host and she made the experience so easy and welcoming. She is a lovely person, very supportive, and always up for a good chat. She is also an excellent cook and has a beautiful garden with fruit and veggies. Aslan the cat is gorgeous and such a sweet presence around the house. I felt comfortable and looked after the whole time. I’m really grateful for my stay with her :)

This was our first experience with workaway and we felt extremely lucky to ended up at the Resort. Since the beginning Tash and Bob were super nice and helpful. We hardly recommend it, lots of work variety to always keep learning new skills and never get bored. The resort is 30 min from the city, but that’s not a problem because there are plenty of things to do here in summer and winter. The lodge (where we stayed) has everything we needed and is suited with a big kitchen and a cozy living room. If you want to explore the country is a nice place to start there are some amazing places near the resort. Having a car is not a need, but you for sure want one. We couldn’t wish for a better place to be to discover the Canadian lifestyle and go around the country. Bob and Tash (and everybody you will meet at the resort) will make you feel welcomed since moment 1, it felt like a big family. 100% you will love coming here!

Quelle belle experience d'acceuillir une famille motivée et curieuse de suivre notre rythme de vie. Nous avons reussi à trouver une formule de volontariat entre les parents qui ont déjá de l'experience en potager et les energies des adolescents qui ont vraiment montré de la motivation pour participer. Merci

It was an absolute pleasure to meet and work with Christian. If you are thinking about hosting Christian - do not hesitate! He was an outstanding part of our team, and we accomplished more than we ever thought possible with his help. His outdoor skills are second to none - he was able to help in every aspect of the farm including fixing gates, general maintenance, gardening, woodwork skills both inside and outside the house as well as animal care...the list goes on. Christian is also very fit so when we all got tired, he pushed on (and then went for a run afterwards!) His energy was boundless. Christian was really lovely to have around the family home, and we are all going to miss him. Wishing you safe and wonderful travels Christian, thanks for staying with us.

I had a lovely time with Sarah and her family! My work mostly consisted of weeding the garden and pruning flowers. Occasionally she had other tasks for me, like painting the new beehives. My dog and I loved the opportunity to be out in nature. The location of her home was awesome, if you have a car it’ll be really easy to explore Portland. There’s also a beautiful hiking trail that goes right off the property.

I had an insanely wonderful time here! Sara is an incredible host (and chef), she has put so much work and love into this place. And everyone was super friendly and welcoming, I loved the occasional music nights/jam sessions. There’s a lovely sense of community here. My work was mostly weeding the garden, getting some plots ready for winter planting, watering, and harvesting fresh veggies for dinner. I also got to help out in the very impressive mushroom lab and develop a deep appreciation for how delicious oyster mushrooms are. If you have the opportunity, I HIGHLY recommend volunteering here, this is a very special place!

I had a really good time in Huaraz, basically I got send on all kinds of Treks and Tours to take videos for the Social media Accounts. It was a lot of fun and I had enough time to edit everything and make my own timetable for everything. I hope everything goes well and there will be coming bookings out of it!

I was able to spend a month with this wonderful family – and I truly couldn’t have wished for a better experience! Vu was incredibly helpful, warm-hearted, and always attentive. She cooked delicious meals, showed me fantastic places, and always gave me valuable advice whenever I wanted to book or plan something. Thanks to her, I had an unforgettable time. I was also very happy to meet her friends. They welcomed me right away and helped me learn and experience even more about Korea – a cultural enrichment I deeply appreciate. Her son is absolutely adorable and full of energy, and I had so much fun playing with him. Her husband was also very kind, so I felt very comfortable from the very first day! I am incredibly grateful for this month full of warmth, great food, wonderful conversations, and new experiences. I can wholeheartedly recommend this host family!

Jailin is a beautiful host and a nice person. We didn’t spend much time together, because she was away. I spent 3 weeks at Jailin‘s place, mainly taking care of Reece. Reece is calm and lovely. I walked her twice a day near the neighbourhood, which i love the most is beaver boardwalk. Hinton is a gorgeous town. And Jailin’s place is very cozy and comfortable. So grateful to have this chance to visit Hinton. Jailin is a good Workaway host, for sure. Thank you for having me again, Jailin. Take care! Jing

Melissa and Roberto are the most kind and compassionate people ever! We spent an amazing week at their beautiful home surround by nature where they taught us about the different plants and animals in the area. They would cook the most amazing meals for us everyday and we felt truly spoiled. In the evening they would tell us stories, give us great recommendations, and we would all play a fun card game (skyjo!) Each day we stayed we felt less like a visitor and more like part of the family. We LOVED playing with their adorable dog Fritto as well! The cabin we stayed in was so cozy, with a clean room and bathroom. We were lucky enough to be there during Melissa’s birthday and they were kind enough to take us out to dinner. We enjoyed doing the work and helping with their beautiful home, we even got to cut down and keep lots of bananas! Thank you guys again for an unforgettable stay!

Simon is a good human. He is kind and gets along with everyone. Simon was a pleasure to host. Fair winds brother.

Dorian is an excellent human. He is very enthusiastic and works well. Dorian is also a fine chef. We will miss his deliciousness! Fair winds brother and see you soon!

Tereza and Ádám visited us during hiking in the region and we are very thankful that Ádám came back a few days later to help us for a whole week. He was tireless in the garden, always asking for more work to do. He also helped a lot around the house, fixing the fence, looked after and playing a lot with our son, taking our dog to walk, baking excellent bread for all of us, he was an all-rounder. We would like to thank you for all your help here, now I can see a possibility that our next year's crops can be planted in time, this wouldn't be possible without your help. Wish you luck and good travels to your next destination!

An incredible, warm and genuinely kind family, we felt at home from the very first minute. Always attentive and extremely patient (especially with those who don’t speak English), this has been by far the best Workaway experience we’ve ever had. We recommend them with eyes closed!

Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly appreciate the experience and wish you all the best🙏

Theo was amazing to have around, lovely and kind, kids and grownups alike loved him and he managed to think his way through a watering system and mostly installled it alone.. massive help with watering the veg and other areas much more efficiently. He worked independently and showed great skill with everything he did...Awesome chats and great cooking! We'd love to see him again!

Me senti muy bien en la casa de Mariano desde el dia uno, aunque estaba bastante estresada. El ambiente es muy acogedor y se comparte mucho con los chicos en casa pero también con los vecinos que suelen pasar. La vida es como uno se la imagina en el campo! Mariano no habla siempre y/o molto pero se puede tener muy buenas conversaciones con él, que se tratan de cosas serias o frivoles. Lorsica (y sus alrededores) tiene(n) mucho por ofrecer y tanto por descubrir todavia! Gracias por los recuerdos, nos vemos en Cordoba!

I spent three weeks at Paul’s place helping with the olive harvest together with a group of eight volunteers, and it was a truly enriching experience. Even though Paul had to leave unexpectedly to be with his mother, he made sure we had everything we needed and trusted us to continue the work independently. The experience was incredibly rewarding — from learning about the process of making olive oil to sharing great moments with the other volunteers. I’m grateful for the trust Paul placed in us and for the opportunity to be part of this project during a challenging time for him. Thank you, Paul, for welcoming us into your home and for creating such a meaningful and memorable experience.

I spent a week at Flame’s circus school in Alpedriz and had an amazing experience. The village is peaceful, the place is full of creativity, and the atmosphere felt instantly welcoming. During my stay, I helped with painting, digging a trench for the garden layout, and giving a hand to her friend João — and I truly enjoyed every task. Thank you so much, Flame, for your positive energy, your good mood, and all the inspiring conversations we shared. Your creativity and enthusiasm make the project a really special place to stay. I’m grateful for the time there and for everything you shared with me. Highly recommended!