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Czech Republic
This was my first Worldpackers trip and words can't describe how incredible it was! Staying with Simon and Milena felt much more like a dream vacation than volunteering.
They are exceptionally kind, welcoming and caring hosts who drove me to breathtaking local spots and made me feel right at home. The help was super easy (~2 hours a day with light gardening or meal prep), leaving tons of time to explore surroundings and meet amazing people.
I loved every second so much that I even extended my stay. If you have the chance to stay, take it without hesitation. I couldn't recommend it more :)
about 2 months ago
Colombia
I loved this experience. An amazing host that will make you feel at home. Just regular life experiences in Italy which is everything you need to experience at least once in your life.
2 months ago
Colombia
Milena & Simone are as cozy as their home. Coming to Ivrea was an amazing experience and I will always be grateful. Hoping to come back soon to enjoy some arepas and hogao together again! :D
2 months ago
Colombia
I don't have enough words to express how beautiful this experience was. Milena and Simone gave me not only the opportunity of the house, but also their warmth and experiences. The place is beautiful, the work was the easiest thing to do, and Loki and Emma were so welcoming too. I highly recommend this volunteer if it is your first experience abroad or if you want to connect with the environment and people. Finally, the lakes were gorgeous, and the area was covered with tons of history.
Para colombianos: Parce, acá es una chimba, si quiere parcharse este es el mejor lugar :)
2 months ago
Australia
An amazing getaway. Beautiful part of the world with stunning lakes. Lovely project to be a part of and you meet some amazing people coming through from all parts of the world. Hosts are amazing, warm, welcoming, good cooks!
3 months ago
Poland
Milena and Simone are very kind, hospitable, and welcoming hosts who want to get to know you, spend time together, and make the most of your stay. They were willing to help us both before our arrival with practicalities and while volunteering, driving us on their own initiative to different places and shops to show us the surroundings, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the culture, meet the locals, and have the best time while volunteering. The place is very nice, surrounded by nature, and Milena and Simone have two dogs that are very friendly.
3 months ago
Italy
I highly recommend staying at the home. The hosts Milena and Simone are lovely, kind and very helpful. I felt like I was at home. My tasks involved tending to the garden, cleaning and some light cooking, which was around 2 hours or less a day. Their house is beautiful, and is situated in a very peaceful area in Bollengo. The area has quite a lot of nearby hiking trails and is good for cycling. Milena and Simone were also kind to show me some of the beautiful lakes nearby for a swim.
5 months ago
Colombia
Milena and Simone were the best! I had to work remotely on weekdays in the afternoons, and they were very flexible in respecting my work schedule and in arranging activities in the morning and around midday to connect with local life. I took away huge memories and new friends. An incredible experience
2 months ago
Italy
I spent a wonderful week immersed in the routine of Milena and Simone's house and getting to know a new way of living. They are two welcoming people and they made me feel at home.
Helping with their project and sharing daily life with them and the other volunteers/pilgrims opened my mind and made me feel good.
It was my first trip alone and I will definitely go back to visit them. I also recommend others to stop here, to get to know and listen to a reality opposite to the ones we are used to pursuing in the city.
2 months ago
Spain
Milena and Simone made my experience at the house unforgettable. Always willing to help, show me the place, go on hikes, cook, share encounters with pilgrims, friends, and family. I will always be grateful to have met them along my path.
3 months ago
