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TwinFin Cafe/ 9nine lives hostel
Lagos Portugal is a great place to be! Help 5 hours a day, 5 days a week then go explore the stunning beaches! Learn to surf and paddle board with our friends, find a quiet place to do yoga and eat at all the amazing restaurants! We have a close knit atmosphere here, where staff and guests are all family.
I have owned both businesses for about 4 years now. The volunteers I look for are outgoing, like meeting new people, making new friends, and learning about different cultures. Everyone is like a big family here; Including the guests! Get ready to make some life long friends!
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About the experience in: Lagos, Portugal
United States
Brad is a welcoming, caring host, and the international restaurant team was very friendly. I met people easily and hung out after shifts. Hours and tasks matched the listing, and training was supportive. The staff meal was good though repetitive. You will not be trained as a coffee barista, so if that is your main goal, this is not the place to go. Lagos is great for beaches, hiking, and surfing. The main/only drawback is the volunteer house: run-down and moldy, with many appliances broken, no door locks, bugs, and unreliable Wi-Fi. Awesome role and people, but housing needs a major upgrade.
14 days ago
Bradley replied
Thanks for the kind words about our team, training, and the overall experience — we’re glad you enjoyed Lagos.
Portugal is very humid in the wet season, and mold is common in housing. During your stay, the house was being repainted and repaired, we arranged paid external accommodation
Door keys are available, though some volunteers choose not to carry them.
The Wi-Fi modem was accidentally damaged by a volunteer; while awaiting replacement, we provided unlimited data SIMs
About the experience in: Lagos, Portugal
Italy
I had a great time in Lagos. Working at Twin Fin cafe was easy (especially being off season in november) and also very enjoyable and laid back thanks to the friendly staff there! The work was mainly as a waiter, since there is a fixed barista for that position. I was also able to get a discount with a surf school which is a plus. I do have to mention the accommodation needs upgrading especially the lack of a working washing machine but workarounds were set in place for this with some communication. Brad the owner was just a chill guy but being more proactive wouldn't hurt ;)
16 days ago
About the experience in: Lagos, Portugal
United Kingdom
Brad and the team were an absolute dream to spend time with. I adored my time there and was gutted to leave. Made me feel so welcome, was so patient and felt like a family. Hope to keep in touch and will definitely be back, obrigada 🩵
about 1 month ago
Bradley replied
Thanks Maddie, We try so hard to make all staff feel welcome and have a memorable experience.
We can’t wait to see you again next year for more amazing adventures!
About the experience in: Lagos, Portugal
United Kingdom
I had the best time at Twin Fin! The tasks were simple, all the staff are lovely and lagos is such a great place to stay. The only thing i would say is the accommodation could be improved but I would 100% recommend I had such a fun time here. The food is so good too!
about 2 months ago
About the experience in: Lagos, Portugal
Italy
I stayed at 9nine Lives Hostel for 5 weeks and it was the most amazing month of my life. The hostel is cozy, welcoming, and perfectly located near the beach and nightlife of Lagos. I met so many incredible people, but the heart of this experience was Heather, the manager. She is extraordinary, full of kindness, wisdom, and energy. She never made work feel heavy, always respected the shifts, and made everyone feel at home. More than a manager, she became a true friend, someone I admire deeply. My experience was unforgettable thanks to Heather, and I hope to see her again somewhere in the world.
3 months ago
Bradley replied
I could not have said it better, having Domenico gift us with his presence was exactly what the doctor ordered ;) He changed the whole energy of the place... and how magical it really was. He can make any situation better, I promise... One of the hardest goodbyes yet. I wish nothing but good things for this wonderful creature and I am certain that anyone who passes up a chance to meet this outstanding human, is an idiot.