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Australia

5

This has been one of my favourite volunteers yet! I met some of the best people that made my time there unforgettable. Ana is a great boss, she always took time to show us events and areas to visit and was flexible with work and days off. Clieton the cafe manager is an absolute legend, always there to help you out in the cafe and show you the ropes. Working in the cafe is fun, you learn come Portuguese too which is really cool. The location is also great, there are so many places to visit in Algarve and adventures to have. Definitely recommend this volunteer!

8 days ago

Jamaica

5

I absolutely loved volunteering at the hostel! The aesthetics were stunning, the staff were amazing, and special shoutouts to Ana, Clayton, and Carla for making it unforgettable. I grew so much in my craft as a barista and bartender, and it truly felt like a dream experience. Can't wait to come back next year!

9 days ago

Taiwan

5

I had lots of fun volunteering at the restaurant in the hostel. The girls I met volunteering together were amazing. We had lots of fun taking random adventures around the Algarve region of Portugal. Portimao is such a central town in the region which made it easy to do essential shopping while being really connected with the nature. The boss Ana and the manager Cleiton are also amazing and really enjoyable to work with. The work included serving and making drinks. You also end up learning some Portuguese during the process too !!

11 days ago

Czech Republic

5

This was my first volunteering abroad and it was an amazing experience. I spent three weeks during the high season working in the restaurant, mostly serving guests, and also learned bar skills thanks to Cleiton, who was patient and fun to work with. Days off are flexible and Ana was always supportive and invited us to local events, which made the stay richer. The only thing I'd suggest is creating a short manual for new volunteers, which would make the stay much easier and save time for everyone. The place and people quickly grew close to my heart, and I left with great memories and friends!

28 days ago

Hungary

5

I had amazing 3 weeks at the hostel! It was my first volunteering experience and I made a great decision. I usually worked in the bar with Cleiton(permanent worker) who was so lovely and patient, he taught us how to make coffees and cocktails. Ana is a great manager, she can adapt to unexpected situations easily and she is really negotiable about working schedule . You can feel free to ask her about recommendations on exploring the best beaches or sights. Also, she is really talented in picking the best volunteers, we got along so well with the girls-I made lifelong friendships!

about 2 months ago

United States

5

I worked reception in the hostel for four weeks as my first Worldpackers experience. The other volunteers were amazing and I made lifelong friends. The hostel was clean and the volunteer accomodation was like a mini apartment. The reception position was a bit more stressful than anticipated for the first few days but became better as you got the hang of it. The hostel was a bit far from the beach given it is in city center but Ubers are relatively cheap and Ana tells you the best places to go. I learned a ton and really got to know the area with incredibly kind people, so thanks again!

about 2 months ago

United Kingdom

5

I had a great time at the hostel. The hostel itself feels very clean and professional, the team were all very welcoming too. The tasks were overall as described, as were the hours. I worked reception and did the same hours everyday, which allowed for most of the afternoon and evening to enjoy exploring the beautiful Algarve. The only potential downside was occasionally having to check guests in outside of work hours if they arrived late, but I was happy to do this. Overall, I have a lot of respect for Ana and the business she is running. Thank you for having me! :)

2 months ago

New Zealand

5

I want to thank Ana, her family, and the permanent staff for the amazing experience I had with the hostel—it truly felt like a home away from home. Ana is a fantastic host, respectful of work hours, and often let us finish early a few days a week. She gave great tips on what to do in the Algarve and made sure we had what we needed. Volunteers get a weekly grocery budget, so you can cook your own meals. The shared space was cozy but had all the essentials. I already miss the other volunteers and staff. This was my first Worldpackers experience, and it has set the bar high. Obrigada!

3 months ago

United States

5

I spent 6 weeks at the hostel working in the cafe and really enjoyed it, the hours were as listed, the staff is lovely (honorable mention to Cleiton, the permanent staff in the cafe, he is so kind, patient, respectful and really cared for us all!) Ana was a great host, and really took us in as her own! She would always give recommendations, as well as invite us along to hangout with her friends! Ana is very understanding and as long as you can communicate anything you may think could be improved she is always right on it!! Truly a beautiful place with lovely people!

3 months ago

New Zealand

5

This was my first volunteering experience, and I absolutely loved my time at the hostel – I couldn't recommend it more! Anna, her dad, and all the permanent staff are just so lovely – you really feel like part of the team. The work was well-balanced, the hours were good, and I genuinely enjoyed the job. Anna always kept us in the loop about local events, gave great recommendations, and even took us along to some really fun activities in nearby towns. I would go back in a heartbeat. The other girls I volunteered with quickly became like family, which made the experience even more special <3

3 months ago

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