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Brazil
My experience at the farm was unique and unforgettable! Daria is a strong and intelligent woman who took good care of me during my stay. I felt welcomed and supported, especially when I needed help with my health. The people I met, including Helena, Gaetano, Carlo, Silvia, Carmelo, Fani, everyone was very welcoming to me and made me feel part of the community 🇮🇹❤️. I loved the cultural immersion, learning about rural life, visiting beautiful beaches, and sharing special moments, like our pizza night 😋. I'm grateful for the kindness, learning and wonderful memories I will take with me❤️
14 days ago
Mexico
The farm, my heart. Here, I could increase considerably my Italian, I found out how incomparable this marvelous language is. There are books everywhere so speaking Italian is one of the goals to achieve. I learned a lot of new things about recycling, sowing, and cooking. Daria was like a mother to us, I'm so grateful to her and to everything she did for our welfare. I would have liked to have a mean of public transportation to move around, unfortunately there's none and I don't drive. In spite of this, I appreciate the kindness of the residents that could show us several places and beaches.
5 months ago
Argentina
I am grateful for the experience, and the people I met. It was interesting to experience Italian life in the countryside, with all its different facets , collecting carobs, being around animals, having group dinners and eating fresh veggies and fruits! One downside was the extreme heat during my stay, as well as the lack of nearby buses, which meant that having access to a car was important for getting around and exploring the area. However, the staff, residents, and Daria, were kind enough to take me to Ispica or Modica on my days off
30 days ago
Brazil
The place is very very hot in summer and should have better amenities for volunteers. Me and another volunteer got sick from the heat for days and then we got judged cuz we didn't work on that days. They should know people can get sick, specially if they don't have good conditions for workers. And, OBVIOUSLY, if they get sick they won't be able to work!!! I also didn't have a single day off in 10 days I was there - cuz I had to leave earlier I had planned and also had extra expenses because of that. If you're not super used to live in a very hot and dry environment, I wouldn't recommend this!
2 months ago
Germany
It was a pleasure beeing at the farm. Daria is a very open minded, educated person and has lots of story's to tell. A very familiar Environment. For example most of the time we were eating together. It something feels like you a part of an italian movie. The ability to be flexible and adapt to everyday tasks is very useful. At the same time she cares about the volunteers having a good experience in Sicily. Thanks for having us :)
about 1 year ago
Argentina
My experience at the farm was like a dish full of flavors, each one leaving its mark. Living with Daria was a lesson—so much wisdom in her ways and such sensitivity to let every volunteer express themselves with respect. A modern, elevated woman. I was lucky to meet Jakob and Clara from Germany, free and inspiring people. Dominique from France, a woman who radiates adventure and maturity. Paola from Costa Rica, a great companion to share the feelings of such a unique volunteering experience. And Ara, the person I had the privilege to live this with. I love you ❤️🔥
about 1 year ago
Argentina
It was a transforming experience. I learned a lot in this place, from Daria, from Sicicilia and from the other volunteers: Domi, Paola, Clara and Jakob. I loved being able to understand and learn about life in the farm. Learning about the carrubas, Daria's cooking and listening to her stories. At first it was hard to adapt because it was a very different routine and place from where I come from, but this is what I came here for, to get out of my comfort zone. I am very happy and I thank Daria for everything she did for us. She is a great woman.
about 1 year ago
Brazil
I had a really good time at the farm. I learned about sicilian cooking and flavours of the place( olives, capers, carrubo), about the local culture ( we went to the beach, tried arancini, gelati, visited Siracusa etc) Daria really wants to show Sicily for the voluntaries. Everyone there is like a family, warm, nice , funny. Sometimes I felt them like a caracters in a film. Maybe my experience could be better if my italian was better, but the english worked any way. I learned to adapt, to be more resilient too. I think a little bit more organization in the kitchen would be good .
over 1 year ago
Germany
My stay at the farm was phenomenal! Daria is one of the most loveliest and interesting persons I got to know in my life. A mix of the caring sicilian nonna and a bohemian cosmopolitan. With her you can talk not only sustainable gardening, but also theatre, history or spirtuality. She was very concerned with giving me and the other volunteers enough time off to relax from the sometimes intesive work, both with guests and in the land. I had the pleasure to immerse myself into sicilian culture and meet some of the most fascinating people. Would love to come back one day!
over 1 year ago
France
Great stay in the farm with Daria, her friends, and the other volunteers! Everybody is welcoming and kind, I could discover the Sicilian way of living, it was really great! :)
over 1 year ago
