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Norway

4

This was my first Worldpackers experience. I had so much fun and made some really good friends. The work was manageable, although sometimes it sounded like the host expected you to work outside the agreed hours, with that being said I do think they are reasonable people and understand what you are unhappy with when you tell them. The place also felt kind of disorganized sometimes, all in all though I had such a good time in Palermo, and I'm definitely going to miss it!

almost 2 years ago

United Kingdom

3

I enjoyed being in Palermo and the other volunteers felt like family. The hosts were nice but I felt disrespected by them being sent passive aggressive texts and shouted at in my room. I chose to leave three days early then.We would see the host an hour or two a day and deal with guests arriving at midnight or after our shift. There was no food as told but 13€ a week for it, with one girl being given 20€ without us being told. The room had no door, we had little hot water and guests could walk into our room, a guest was robbed before I arrived. I had to buy supplies in our free time.

almost 2 years ago

United States

4

The experience was overall Good. The city has a lot. Great food, beautiful oceans. I met lots of friends and had fun. Truthfully I wouldn't recommend staying over 4 weeks. The shower barely works, no door on host room, no water, 12-15 euros for food per week, no laundry. No food included. So be prepared to provide for yourself. But other than that it was good.

almost 2 years ago

Brazil

4

This was my first WorldPackers experience! Palermo is a beautiful city and the hostel is very close to the main interesting points in the city also bus and train station. The tasks are easy to complete. Enza is such a sweetheart and open to feedback. Thank you Francesco and Enza for having me there!

about 2 years ago

Brazil

4

Francesco and his family welcomed me in the nicest way possible. The hostel has a good environment to make friends and to enjoy the time you have in Palermo. I just think there's some stuff that could be fixed in the hostel to be a better environment for the volunteers and the host, but besides that it was worth it the time that I was volunteering. Grazie Mille!

about 2 years ago

France

3

Very nice bunch of volunteers! The location of the hostel is perfect to discover Palermo and the work is very easy. A few things could be improved regarding the commodities and the organization. All in all I had a good experience.

over 2 years ago

Brazil

4

Unfortunately I could not finish my whole experience but I totally recommend for next travelers!

over 2 years ago

United Kingdom

4

I really enjoyed my time here and I found everyone on the team/other volunteers so welcoming and friendly and happy to help you whenever you need it. The location is perfect and the overall vibe of the hostel is very relaxed so it's very easy to make it feel like home. The work isn't too demanding either and you have plenty of free time to explore the city. I occasionally found it difficult with English being my only language when dealing with guests especially l if I was alone at the hostel and when there was general disorganisation within the hostel systems.

over 2 years ago

Hungary

1

It was absolutely chaotic and untrue. Nothing happened what was promised. We have been called to a different address which place had a very bad vibe. The original place was very abandoned, most showers and toilets didnt work, beds were dusty, so-random schedule and everything were disorganised. Most guests we had were frightened by the conditions (just like other volunteers). In addition we had to pay for coffee, printing and no opportunity to wash our clothes. I had to leave after a few days. Absolutely not recommended. Please avoid at any cost

over 2 years ago

Francesco replied

Gabor. I tell you that the other volunteers you mention are still working with us. The coffee and the impressions that you say, are charged for the guests. Volunteers are given weekly money to buy food, and YOU STOLEN PART OF THAT MONEY THAT WAS FOR THE VOLUNTEERS. You left your ex partners without food and you didn't care. The laundry is not included, but soap to wash your clothes if you want, and a clothes line to hang clothes in the patio it do. You asked for it and it was granted without problems. And the schedules that we coordinate are totally equitable. Nothing out of the ordinary. They are organized so that each volunteer can have their 2 days off together, giving them the chance to make plans and go out if they wish.
I am only replying to this message so that future volunteers or hosts can see that you have lied. Apparently you already have other bad performances with previous hostels. And you left the hostel without warning. You may not like the place or the tasks, but you have been disrespectful to us and to the other volunteers. Please don't come back here. Good luck.

Brazil

5

The hostel was my first experience here. Francesco, the owner, is a very friendly person always wiling to provide the best experience for us. The accommodations are simple, so if you're looking for something fancy don't go. You gonna have the true experience with a Italian family in the heart of the capital of Silicy. Not a hard work and a very chill environment at the hostel. Thanks Francesco and family, you all are very welcome and I'm glad to have the experience with you :)

about 3 years ago

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