Help with IT and general household duties / painting

Finland

5

This was my first time volunteering and I had a lovely experience! Both Glyn and Danny were very welcoming and made sure I felt at home :) The tasks were pretty simple, I mostly just helped around the house and did whatever little tasks needed to be done at the moment. Teignmouth is a lovely city and there's some really nice places to explore, Glyn gave me good tips on where to go on my free time! And of course can't forget Pancho, what a unique little dog, miss him already! Thank you for a great two weeks!

24 days ago

Glyn replied

Thanks Juno it was a pleasure to host you. I hope you continue to have experiences with Worldpackers I think you will enjoy the difference it can bring you! Wishing you all the best!

Spain

5

This was my second time travelling through Worldpackers and the first staying at someone's home, which may seem it intimidating, but it wasn't at all. Glyn and Dan are very welcoming and comfortable sharing their space with other people. Tasks were simple and manageable, and Teignmouth is beautiful and close to other small towns that are worth a visit. Overall, a really good experience. Thank you!

about 1 month ago

New Zealand

5

I'm very grateful for my stay with Glyn, Dan & Pancho. They were very generous and caring hosts who really made an effort to accomodate for me. I enjoyed the work I was helping them with & they were very grateful for my contribution which was nicely rewarding. I came to them when I was feeling a bit homesick in my travels & they were very conscious of my feelings & gave me space but also support when I needed it. They were also great at actively suggesting things I could do to fill my time, explore the local areas & meet new people if I so wished. Their profile description is very accurate.

about 2 months ago

Glyn replied

Thank you Libby for your kind review! We were very happy to host you and although sorry that you were homesick at times I'm glad we were able to offer you the right space snd support. It's natural to get these feelings sometimes especially in early years of being away from those we love. You were a perfect guest, and exactly what we needed at the time! Thank you so much for what you did for us and I hope we will hear from you on your travels!

Australia

5

It was an absolute pleasure staying with Glyn and Danny! Both were incredibly welcoming to their home, and were keen to help me explore Teignmouth and the surrounding areas! Teignmouth which seems small at first, offers lots to explore, with gorgeous art galleries, and lively pubs! And as the weather warms up, lots of beach to walk by and if you don't mind a chilly dip to swim in! The work is fair, and whilst occasional hard, if you are willing to put in the effort, Glyn and Danny make sure that in return you are well looked after, and have some really memorable days off!!

2 months ago

Glyn replied

Thank you Jade, your contribution was greatly appreciated! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and hope we'll stay in touch.

United States

5

This was an amazing opportunity!! First off, Glyn & Dan were beyond fantastic!! Very loving and welcoming! As soon as I met them I knew I was going to love them! Second off!! The king of the house Pancho was the best! Once he warms up to you, he'll always want to be around you! He loves playing and being chased! He is the most handsome king in all of the land! The work was very easy and straightforward. I typically started work in the late morning and ended in early afternoon. Then you have the rest of the day! The beach is only about fifteen minutes walk. And tons of pubs! Highly recommend!

4 months ago

Glyn replied

Thank you for your kind words Michael we really loved having you, all the conversations and laughter we had together! We were very happy to accommodate your late morning start preferences. and we admired the way you threw yourself with into local life with yoga on the beach, line dancing and dragon making clubs! By the way, you've taken the sunshine with you so ya'll come back soon! Enjoy Vietnam and know you have a place in our hearts. Big hugs and bites from Pancho!

Peru

5

It was my first volunteering and I'm sure that it was the best experience. You were kind and patients to me from the first day to the last. Always I will be grateful with you. Dan thank you for teach me to play the guitar. Glyn thanks for the good meals and for the english lessons. Pancho became a good friend to me, thanks Pancho for dance with me the last day. 😂. I definitely enjoyed my stay with you. Glyn, Dan, Pancho, Teignmouth and the sea will be in my heart forever. By the way, I miss you and I miss saturdays when we went to visit new places. 💖 I hope to see you soon. 🤗

6 months ago

Glyn replied

Thank you for your kind words, we loved having you stay Gisela, and look forward to seeing you again before long!

Mexico

5

My experience during the voluntary work was very rewarding, Glyn and Dan are very kind people who are always looking out for you and help you in any situation, the jobs are very rewarding, from general cleaning of the house, painting, varnishing, to taking care of the little dog Pancho who is very naughty and funny, Teignmouth is a small, quiet and pretty town with a lot of history, a perfect place to immerse yourself in nature and the daily life of an English family.

9 months ago

Australia

5

I spent a month with Glyn, Danny and Pancho and I couldn't have asked for anything better as my first world packers experience. Glyn and Danny were so inviting and instantly made me feel welcomed and they loved to show me the best that Devon had to offer. The work tasks required were completely reasonable and they were always checking in with me to make sure I felt comfortable with whatever they asked for me to help with :))

10 months ago

Glyn replied

Thank you Allie for your lovely review! We really enjoyed having you stay, you were great company and we hope to see you again once you're settled into life in Manchester for a couple of years! Good luck and stay in touch! xx

Mexico

5

Glyn and Danny are great people and I am truly glad my first experience as a worldpacker was with them and Pancho . I think tasks are reasonable and if they feel they can rely on you you will feel the same way, I will suggest to be open to understand different perspectives, people coming from other continents like me may feel that comments are straightforward and we are used to soften them but it is all about not taking anything personal and being able to let them know what you feel. They were always interested in my well being. I think we had a great time and worked as a great team.

over 1 year ago

Glyn replied

Thanks for your feedback Claudia although some of it has puzzled me. There was only one thing when you stayed that we had a miscommunication about, and I thought we straighted that out promptly at the time, and very amicably.
We certainly did our very best to make you feel welcome, to ensure you enjoyed your time with us, and to help you, especially on your last day with all the trouble over your luggage. I hope you will remember those times, rather than the one incident I thought had been forgotten .
Anyway, wishing you well for the rest of your travels, I'm sure you'll have a great time!

Australia

5

I had a wonderful time with Glyn, Danny and their hilarious dog Pancho! Glyn and Danny are incredibly kind, generous and funny. They showed me all around Devon and we took many day trips on the weekends. The local area is beautiful, the town is lively and it has some great cafes and pubs. Glyn is a fantastic cook, and relaxing all together in the evenings was definitely a highlight! The work was super varied, interesting and enjoyable. Really recommend - thank you so much :))

over 1 year ago

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