🌊 Seaside Helper in East Taiwan (Dulan Village)

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The experience

Join us in Dulan, a small seaside village on Taiwan’s beautiful east coast — known for its creative spirit, nature, and music scene. 🎶
Our cozy guesthouse welcomes travelers seeking connection and slow living. We’re looking for friendly and responsible people who enjoy hospitality and appreciate attention to detail.
Support with daily tasks, meet travelers from around the world, and enjoy the ocean and mountains just minutes away!


What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Party Promoter: Help organise and promote parties and social activities.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Reception: Help with check-ins, check-outs and guest assistance.


What you get

2 days off per week

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

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Intermediate English

Over 18 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

Our space is a small accommodation located in Dulan Village, between lush mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Volunteers help maintain a peaceful, organized environment for travelers while experiencing life in a local coastal community.
This is more than just a helping experience — it’s a cultural exchange that encourages teamwork, mindfulness, and respect for people and nature. 🌿


Activities & Shift

Main Tasks:
- Tidying and maintaining guest rooms and shared spaces đź§ą
- Supporting with guest reception and check-in/check-out when needed
- Helping with morning and evening routines
- Sharing stories and hosting guests in a friendly atmosphere

Schedule:
20 hours per week (about 4 hours per day, 5 days a week)

Typical Day:
08:00–09:00 — Prepare the common spaces for guests
11:00–13:00 — Clean and refresh rooms
18:00–18:10 — Take out trash
21:30–22:00 — Evening closing routines

Days off are flexible and arranged together in advance.


Rules

- Minimum stay: 14 days (including a 2-day trial period)
- Be reliable, kind, and detail-oriented
- Keep shared and private areas clean and tidy
- Embrace cultural exchange and teamwork 🤝
- Respect the quiet, nature-centered lifestyle of Dulan village
- Be comfortable around dogs, cats, and small insects
- Avoid loud noises, parties, or disruptive behavior
- Either side may end the stay if the arrangement isn’t a good fit
- Follow all safety, hygiene, and house guidelines