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Italy
This experience wasn't as I expected. Shifts often changed at the last minute, making it difficult to plan free time. The work wasn't physically hard, but it was mentally stressful: the host expected a high level of commitment and responsibility, and it was discouraging to be constantly criticized and judged despite our efforts. I didn't have any personal problems, but I didn't like the overall atmosphere: people unhappy, stressed, and some volunteers were asked to leave because they weren't considered "good enough." Volunteering should be based on mutual respect, i didn't find it here.
2 months ago
Germany
My time at the hostel was very good. I recommend it for everyone who wants to find a volenteering experience to explore Tarifa! If thats your plan then you will be in good hands at the family hostel. Emilia and of course the dog Chico are very friendly and you will have a good time. The working hours were respected and you have everything that you need here. I recommend 👌
over 1 year ago
Brazil
Sadly my experience was worst than what I expected. To begin, I was never told that I would be living in Emilia's house (a 2 bedroom apartment and 1 bathroom) with other 7 people. The accommodation for the volunteers were uncomfortable, no fan (on European summer), we didn't even have a light on the bedroom. Emilia and her sister used to smoke cigarettes inside. My bed was literally touching her bedroom window and every morning at 6am I woke up with cigarette smell. The hotel doesn't have any staff room, all the cleaning was on the volunteers. We didn't work at all in the bar.
about 1 year ago
Belgium
I had an amazing time here thanks to Emilia's spontaneity and my encounters. I however felt girls were more easily directed to cleaning tasks. I would have appreciated beeing asked if I want to do breakfasts or reception as mentionned in the description here. You will have a good time here, but make it clear or proactively ask Emilia if you want to do different tasks. I am sure she'll arrange it.
over 1 year ago
Italy
Emilia and his two sons were something special! Helpfull, welcoming and we shared most of our daily life together! There is a dog, Chico, which is another star of the house! The shift were respected and the days off as well. I would totally recomend it, and who knows that I would do ir again!
about 2 years ago
Mirko is a charming guy.
Always willing to improve with his pastry-making skills to create new recipes in our café.
Punctual, attentive, hardworking and full of energy, and always willing to learn. 100% recommended.
Serbia
Esta fue una experiencia marvillosa 🍀 I had the chance to practice Spanish and to be a part of a local culture, which was something I came for and it was absolutely worth it. Accomodation was comfortable, working hours were respected, everything was done by all of us working as a team (which I loved) - Emilia was there to support and work with us in every possible way! I'm super grateful for all of the amazing people that I had a chance to meet! Gracias por todo ❤️ Warm recommendation ✨
about 2 years ago
Marija has been a charming, proactive, punctual girl, making an effort with Spanish and, in the end, we could communicate wonderfully, always with a smile, taking on various tasks, involved in the café, very attentive to the customers, with a great vibe with the rest of the volunteers.\n100% recommended.\nI forgot to leave your review, sorry but you’re a five-star person.
Bulgaria
My experience in the inn was very good,I spent 1 month,the tasks are fair also i enjoy the work in the cafeteria :),so you will have a lot of time to enjoy Tarifa, Emilia it's nice hosts,she has also lovely dog chiko,I recommend this place! :)
over 2 years ago
Czech Republic
Emilia is an amazing host! I enjoyed my stay a lot, she was nice, fun and patient with my imperfect spanish skills🤍 The hostel is lovely, the place where the volunteers stay as well. I can definitely recommend!
over 2 years ago
Germany
I had a wonderful time in Tarifa. Emilia, Bea and Ale are great people and I liked to work with them. The work I had to do was easy. Most of the time I was doing the beds and sometimes taking care of the cafetería. As for the cafetería the tasks were little explained and I would have liked a better introduction. And keep in mind, that you don't live in the hotel and sometimes have to take care of the dog, which ist living in the apartment. But overall I'm really grateful for my experience at the inn, especially because I had the best time with the other volunteers.
over 2 years ago
Thank you for your feedback, you are a girl with a lot of potential in whatever you set out to do.
Bea misses you.
Kisses from the Vagamundos team.
Switzerland
My experience here was nice and I spent a really great time with the other volunteers! Additionally Emilia is a welcoming and kind host. The work at the hotel is easy to learn and the work hours are respected. In my opinion, the work in the cafeteria could have been introduced a little better, but the housekeeping was explained sufficiently. In general, I would recommend the volunteering to people who speak Spanish and who don't need so many instructions. Another important information is that there is a dog living in the apartment, which the volunteers are sometimes expected to look after.
over 2 years ago
Thank you very much for everything, Sara. We at the Vagamundos team hope everything goes wonderfully for you.
