Archive for month: May, 2012

May 17, 2012

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What is Workaway?

Workaway is a site set up to promote fair exchange between travellers (workawayers) and hosts who are families, individuals or organisations looking for help with a range of activities.

Our philosophy is simple: A few hours honest help a day in exchange for food and accommodation and an opportunity to learn about local lifestyles.

On this blog we aim to share stories and experiences from hosts and workawayers as well as allowing the people behind the organisation to communicate ideas and tips.

Work abroad, integrate into local cultures, learn a language, acquire new skills, make new friends through Workaway

Most Recent Posts

Focus on Permaculture with Workaway – Part Two
April 11, 2018
Whether the hosts are seeking input from artists, healers and educators, or extra hands to help with general work, one thing is sure, the focus will be local and ethical, …Read More »
The ultimate workaway guide to visiting & protecting the world’s most amazing marine conservation sites
March 26, 2018
We've handpicked a list of Workaway hosts on exclusive locations across the globe, with amazing projects perfect for those keen to witness the beauty of the blue and play a …Read More »
18 ways travellers perceive the world differently
March 19, 2018
Have you ever come back home after travelling to realize you just don't think the way you used to? Or noticed people giving you the crazy eye after sharing one …Read More »
Travel Photo Competition Winners – February 2018
March 15, 2018
The February 2018's travel photography taken by Workawayers and hosts, featuring this heartwarming image for this month's travel photo competition winners! Lets get inspired to start our own journeys, and …Read More »
Workaway news: highlight your accomplishments in your official Workaway reference letter
March 7, 2018
So, you've already checked off some Workaway adventures from your list and received some feedback from hosts you have stayed with. What's next? Well, why not highlight your amazing accomplishments …Read More »
Meet the workawayer who swapped retirement for a lifetime of travel adventures!
February 27, 2018
After 52 years of employment and family life Daniel decided to sell his house, his car and all his possessions and fulfill his dream of travelling the world after retirement. …Read More »
Travel Photo Competition Winners – January 2018
February 16, 2018
From spectacular trail running views to snapshots with your workaway family - will these travel photography from January 2018's photo competition inspire you to go on your next adventure? Enter …Read More »
How this creative family is using their recycled art to inspire the community to reuse & recycle
February 13, 2018
We had the pleasure of getting to know a lovely family living in the UK. Drawing on their experiences as journalists and travellers, they told us how they’re creating a …Read More »

Hottest Posts

The Truth Behind Those Stories of “I Quit My Job to Travel the World”
At Workaway we are avid travellers, worldwide wanderers and open road addicts, but there is definitely a right time to …Read More »
Solo, single and nearly 30: Travellers, isn’t it time you settle down?
Single? Travelling alone? About to hit 30? But don’t you want a relationship? Isn’t it time you settle down? How …Read More »
This Solo Female Workawayer Bought a 1 Way Ticket to Argentina
This month we talk to a solo female traveller, Daniela from Czech Republic who quit her job after realising she …Read More »
Journey with less: Woman who never travels with more than 5kg
She is taking the term travelling light to a whole new level - how Susan manages to travel with a …Read More »
Workaway is not just for students and gap years
Here at Workaway it is inspiring to see how many “older” workawayers are using the site and it seems that …Read More »

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Hottest Posts

The Truth Behind Those Stories of “I Quit My Job to Travel the World”

Solo, single and nearly 30: Travellers, isn’t it time you settle down?

This Solo Female Workawayer Bought a 1 Way Ticket to Argentina

Journey with less: Woman who never travels with more than 5kg

Workaway is not just for students and gap years