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Japan
I had a wonderful experience living in a peaceful and beautiful Sardinian village and getting close to local life. My tasks included gardening, planting, cutting branches, and sometimes helping with meals. I enjoyed delicious homemade food with lots of olive oil, sunny days, and quiet nights. Elisabetta is energetic, talkative, and full of personality — sometimes a bit emotional, but always interesting and fun to be around. We visited local festivals, met her friends, and even learned Indian dance together. It was a truly unique and memorable experience.
6 months ago
Thanks Shion! Yes, the picnic night was as fun as a scene from a movie hahaha.
I hope one day I can fulfill my dream of going to Japan, and that day I'll come knocking on your door! Ciao....
Korea, South
This is a great chance to enjoy organic food and nature while helping with light chores like gardening. It felt more like staying with family than a formal work arrangement—so to my fellow introverts, don’t be intimidated!
Note: The location is quite remote (a 2+ hour walk to the nearest town). I regretted renting a standard bicycle; I highly recommend a motorcycle or at least an e-bike, as the roads can be dangerous. Also, while the host speaks some English, knowing basic Italian is essential for smooth communication. It was a wonderful experience despite the challenges!
8 months ago
Thank you, Hyeon, you will always be welcome!
United Kingdom
I really loved my stay with Elizabeth. I learnt new skills and had the chance to experience authentic sardinian culture. She lives in a beautiful area, if you like walking, there is fantastic scenery and views all around. I would recommend staying with Elizabeth, she is kind and understanding :)
almost 2 years ago
Mexico
Elisabetta is a nice person that is always excited yo share her Sardo culture with you. She is very passionate, as a good Sardinian, and that sometimes comes as too strong but she means well and is nice. Just know that this work is mostly helping her around the house and garden with chores that are becoming too difficult for her. It's not a fancy work exchange experience but you do get to enjoy a beautiful setting in the mountains with the ocean on the horizon (and occasional trips there!). Very flexible schedule and relaxed atmosphere :)
about 1 year ago
Ferrant, sorry I didn't post your review sooner. Thank you for your time and cooperation. Good luck with your ambitious projects. Bye!
Spain
My journey at Elisabetta's house was amazing, I will always remember it. She made me feel so comfortable from the day 1, we had so much fan together, we ate good food, had deep conversations about life, visited some places and worked on her house projects. Elisabetta is such an amazing person, she's very kind and she always tries to make sure that the volunteer is on the best conditions. I definitely recommend living this experience with her. Sono molto grato Elisabetta, ci vediamo nell'Isole Canarie.
over 2 years ago
Hi Lucas, it was a pleasure to host you! You were also a good student of Italian... with me you passed the exam with flying colors!!!!! Good luck and, if I come to the Canary Islands, I’ll let you know.... Thanks!
Canada
My stay with Elizabetta (the host) provided a very unique insight into Sardinian culture! I was able to meet many of her friends and go to a few parties that lined up with my stay. The hospitality of all the locals was incredible and so was the music they played. Elizabetta cooking is also incredible! So many of the ingredients are sourced locally from the island and are very fresh and delicious. The work itself is quite simple and mostly involves helping around the house for a few hours with odd jobs. I would highly recommend this experience
over 2 years ago
Thank you, Carter! Good luck to you too.
France
The experience at Elisabetta's place was very nice, she is a wonderful person who listens to us and adapt a lot to make our experience the best as it could be. She is a fantastic cook, I had the chance to discover so many typical sardinian dishes. The house is very cute and comfortable. She also took me around to visit some interesting sites of the island. Thank you again for everything è stato bellississimo!
over 2 years ago
It was a gift to have you here in my house!!
Spero di rivederti presto anche io (per non dimenticare l'italiano che hai imparato)....Good luck!
United States
The host is a very sweet and kind grandma that will treat you will, it helps if you know Italian or are studying it though since she does not speak English that well (she uses a translator app to communicate some times), but she is also actively trying to improve! The house is in a pretty remote area so there's not too much to do around here but walk around and enjoy the nature, and Sardinia is one of the best places in Europe to do that! I also got to visit the city of Cagliari on a free day which was a great experience. It's a rather quiet life out there, which I enjoyed!
over 2 years ago
Colombia
Elisabetta was a sweetheart as a host! I had the beautiful opportunity to share very beautiful moments with her and always full of learning about the environment and selfcare education. Whenever we met we would talk for hours and hours, while she shared with me all of her culinary tips (she also cooks too well) and some wonderful facts about Italian culture. Additionally, I had the opportunity to meet her family and her beautiful hometown of Bolotana! Plus, Elisabetta loves to dance! This allowed us to share a very nice moment around salsa. I make an awesome friendship with her!
almost 3 years ago
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your friendship!
Switzerland
Elisabettas house is beautifully located and very cozy. You are immersed by nature and you'll live a very slow and simple life. You spend a lot of time with Elisabetta and this allows you to learn a lot about cooking and sardinian culture. She took me to friends and family which gave me a wonderful insight into this beautiful culture. Thanks to Elisabetta I could also practice my italian. Grazie Elisabetta per il tuo tempo e la tua fiducia! I wish you all the best :)
almost 2 years ago
