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About the experience in: Kutaisi, Georgia
France
My experience as a volunteer at the hostel's the hostel Kutaisi was amazing ! The work load was as agreed, I mostly had the night shifts, but could also cover the morning shifts from time to time if needed. Riccardo communicates greatly with the volunteers about what work needs to be done and what he expects of us. Cooking dinner with the other volunteers was my favorite part of the day, always really fun and felt like family away from home for the 2 months I stayed theređź’— The house is amazing, and the facilities are great! I WILL miss the garden and the rooftop! Thank you again Riccardo:)
2 days ago
About the experience in: Kutaisi, Georgia
Peru
I had a nice experience in the hostel , is located in a beautiful house that provides a good environment for travelers and volunteers, it feels cozy and entertaining. I was lucky I met such great people , volunteers ,travelers and the manager. I definitely would recommend it .The tasks were clear ,as well as the benefits .
11 months ago
About the experience in: Kutaisi, Georgia
Singapore
My time at the hostel could've been great, but agreed hours and tasks weren't followed. Additional work was added on my day off, last-minute changes made to meals I'd planned, and there was poor coordination around guests' dietary needs. Despite guests praising my cooking, lack of communication and added duties made the experience frustrating. When I tried leaving a review on WorldPackers, I was marked as a no-show, despite verifiable evidence to the contrary (reviews, messages). Of all the volunteer experiences you could be having, is this the one you want to spend your time doing?
about 1 year ago
Dingo replied
Communication was very difficult as the volunteer didn’t speak English and relied on Google Translate, causing many misunderstandings. He left almost immediately after arrival, then was found hiding on the property without permission. This was unacceptable and unsafe. We had to ask him to leave. We advise other hosts to be cautious, as he did not respect agreements or rules.
About the experience in: Kutaisi, Georgia
Peru
My experience as a cook at the hostel was truly wonderful! I loved meeting travelers from all over the world, connecting with locals, and enjoying the beauty of nature around the hostel. The job schedule was always clear and respected, which made it easy to balance work and exploration. Riccardo was always respectful, kind, and supportive to all volunteers, creating a welcoming and positive environment. I'm grateful for this experience and would highly recommend volunteering at the hostel to anyone looking for adventure, cultural exchange, and a great team to work with!
about 1 year ago
About the experience in: Kutaisi, Georgia
Brazil
PROS -The house is nice and cozy, and the location is great. -Riccardo is flexible regarding shifts and days off. -Olga (manager) is lovely and always available to help. CONS -It's clear from the beginning that no volunteers are trusted. This results in Riccardo micromanaging everyone from afar (he's not in Georgia), even when things are working. -The amount of work is much bigger than what's agreed upon arrival. Innumerable people were surprised that I was a volunteer, not a paid worker. -No privacy: you'll be watched through the cameras often; your bed will be in a dorm with guests.
about 1 year ago