Small Family, Big Hearts: Your Support Makes a Difference

Brazil

5

My experience at the home was amazing. At the get-go I remember getting there at night and having a yummy welcome dinner which brought a lot of joy to my heart. I had the opportunity to get to know this incredible family where I could share about my culture and get to know theirs. I had really good moments playing with Kauê, having enriching talks at the table, enjoying a book at the chimney, going hiking with Maya (a fellow dog) and a lot more. The sustainable house is really cozy and its surrounding is breathtaking.

about 3 years ago

France

5

I had a wonderful experience with Emmanuel, Juliana and Kauê (and the wild and sweet Maya🐾)! It was a wonderful experience to be part of this family and to live in this sustainable and lovely house. I loved having the possibilities to create there and to share creativity and activities to decorate this home. They are very interesting people that brought me a lot. I learnt a lot about myself and the world thanks to the exchanges, the conversations and the practices. Thank you for the love !!! 🌞

over 3 years ago

Emmanuel replied

Alicia was very interested in learning new things and became like a big sister for Kaue. We are grateful for all the beautiful painted bottles, the many "ojos de dios" and many other wonderful things she made with Kaue.

France

5

My time at Calguerxo was wonderful, Emmanuel and Juliana are so welcoming and friendly. I learnt a lot with them and I really enjoy my time there with Kauê and Maya also ! I definitely recommend this amazing family that share love, care and smile everyday. See you soon ! 😉

over 3 years ago

Emmanuel replied

Solène is hardworking and responsible and we loved having her in our family. Kaue loved being around her and loved her wonderful cooking.

Italy

4

Volunteering at the home means to live with a family, its habits and delicate moments. You'll have a lot of freedom on how and when to do things but communication and setting boundaries are very needed. For me it was not a problem, but an opportunity to learn. Your main tasks will be working as an educator and preparing daily meals, while you'll get to know an interesting, international, funny and BRAVE family, open to new ideas, spiritual, patient and respectful of diversity. If you like music and nature you'll learn and enjoy many things! It's also a great chance to learn Portuguese!

over 3 years ago

Emmanuel replied

Elisa supported our family life with a lot of dedication and we enjoyed having her around. She is very social and we are glad she got in touch with permaculture which hopefully will stay present in her life.

Austria

4

Manu's home is a truly magical place. From day one we felt at home and we especially enjoyed the warm welcome from Maya (🐶). We had a lot of freedom with our working hours and the work was at times physical but mostly fun. He often joined us and we knew what needed to be done. However, a few words of appreciation for our efforts would have been nice. Same goes for the cooking. It was agreed upon that we'd do the majority of the cooking outside of the working hours. That's why we'd have appreciated a little bit more of recognition. Overall we enjoyed our time at the home and recommend it. :)

over 3 years ago

United Kingdom

5

The home is an incredible place and Emmanuel is an amazing individual. I felt at home at once, appreciating the thought that has been put into the home and how it co-evolves with nature. It was refreshing to experience the autonomy and responsibility given to volunteers by Emmanuel to design and create things for his home. The weekly sessions on regenerative thinking and design are insightful and bring new perspectives. There was so much to learn and one month was not long enough to take it all in! I would highly highly recommend a stay in this idyllic home.

about 5 years ago

Guatemala

5

Nuestra experiencia con esta familia fue profundamente especial. Juliana, con su amabilidad y sensibilidad, nos hizo sentir acogidos desde el primer día. Manu, siempre atento aun con su agenda llena, nos apoyó en todo, nos guió, nos prestó su coche y nos trató con una generosidad que jamás olvidaremos. Y Kauê, con su ternura e inteligencia, nos regaló momentos únicos, incluso enseñándome catalán con entusiasmo. Este voluntariado nos dejó aprendizajes, cariño y recuerdos preciosos. Lo recomendamos al 100% y volveríamos sin dudarlo. ❤️

21 days ago

Colombia

5

Una de mis mejores experiencias en Worldpackers, son una familia muy interesante, temas de diversas naturalezas para hablar, juegos de mesas, tiempo para actividades personales, lugares muy agradables para ir a caminar; Emmanuel es uno de los mejores cocineros que he conocido; Kaue es uno niño inteligente y con muchas cosas para enseñar! Encontré en medio del café y los mañanas frías un excelente compañía para hablar se temas profundos y puntos de vistas muy interesantes con Juliana. Realmente aprecio cada momento y agradezco que me hallan permitido vivir con ellos durante este mes!!

about 2 months ago

Mexico

4

Estar en la casa fue una experiencia retadora, divertida e impactante, me sentí parte de la familia, y me sentí bienvenida y querida; las actividades por realizar son varias, durante el día, recomendaría estar al pendiente de las horas de trabajo por parte del voluntario y del anfitrión, pues al vivir en el mismo espacio en el que colaboras, puede sentirse que no terminas de trabajar. Gracias familia la casa, por las experiencias y momentos vividos, lo llevo en el corazón.

8 months ago

Venezuela

5

Este fue nuestro primer voluntariado, y fue una experiencia muy enriquecedora. Si buscas desconectarte del ritmo diario y aprender una infinidad de cosas, la casa es el lugar perfecto, lleno de magia y calidez. Estamos profundamente agradecidos con Jul, Manú, Kaue y Maya por abrirnos las puertas de su hogar y recibirnos con tanto cariño. Fue un placer compartir un pedacito de nuestra cultura con ustedes a través de nuestros platillos, palabras, juegos y momentos inolvidables. Gracias por esta experiencia única que siempre llevaremos en el corazón. 💛

about 1 year ago

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