Help Rennovating an Historic Gem while exploring Burriana, Spain

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 3 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with international travelers: 3 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

Verified Host: This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 1 week

The Experience

This project involves renovating and repurposing, having fun creating and discovering your inner Spanish voice :) We need your help to renovate a historic jewel that hopefully will generate inspiration to many. During the project, you will help with basic DIY and building tasks,

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate German
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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8 Reviews

3.0

Host & Team

3.5

Hours & Tasks

3.5

Homestay

3.0

Learning & Fun

3.0

How this experience will transform you

3 Immersing in the local culture
3 Meeting international travelers
3 Meeting locals
3 Practicing English
2 Practicing Spanish
1 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

1 10. Reduced inequalities
1 11. Sustainable cities and communities

Frida

Sweden

I loved staying with Heike! It fits me perfectly to work together for a few hours and then you can do whatever you decide with the rest of the day. The work comes with huge opportunities to be creative and truly be part of this big renovation process. Heike and everyone I met were very welcoming and I really felt at home. The surroundings have lots of possibilities to do whatever you want. You can go to Valencia or Castellon for cheap with train or stay in Burriana with the group. Really recommend it and hope to come back some day!

11 months ago

Amelia

Canada

The experience here was not quite as expected and needs quite a few improvements before I can recommend it. The house itself is falling apart and needs much more work than volunteers can possibly provide before it is safe and comfortable. While in theory the experience sounds interesting, the lack of basic amenities for cooking and living didn't make staying at this place worth it.

7 months ago

Annie

United Kingdom

In the lead up the host (Yolanda) was appalling at communicating, and when she did get back to me it was to tell me, less than a week before I was due to be at the experience, that she wouldn't actually be there herself. Instead it was another man who she'd found on facebook. Already there was a major issue as this man hadn't been verified or anything by Worldpackers. Once I arrived, the house itself was a health and safety risk. There's exposed wiring everywhere, holes in the roof, no heating or insulation and not even the basic amenities like a kettle.

8 months ago

Elena

United States

Host with whom I chatted virtually seems like a lovely lady. BUT, she does NOT live there When I arrived & entered the empty house, it looked like a scene from a horror movie The house is like a construction zone & not a renovating project I felt compelled to stay at a hotel In short - description does not reflect reality. Material facts as to condition of the house are omitted. The construction integrity did not seem sound Sadly, Host reported me as NO SHOW, so I could not leave a review. Similar has been done to other WPs. Luckily, I recorded my arrival and was able to prove otherwise

8 months ago

Annika

Germany

I liked this experience for getting around and seeing some places, as for example you just need 30 minutes to get to the train station, from where you are able to get to Valencia, Castellón or even Peníscola. I had a lot of free time, so I could even visit another place on a working day! I loved to go to the beach which takes about 50 minutes of walking, but it's totally worth it! The supermarket is just 2 minutes away and the laundry center is also close by, however it is around 5-6€ for washing. This place still needs a lot of work, so it's not for everybody. But to see spain it is perfect!

9 months ago

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