Question 1

Am I able to bring a pet dog with me to workshops or when I'm volunteering?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately not - we can't cater for animals at Casita Verde and ask that you don't bring any with you.

Question 2

Are you a WWOOF centre?

Accepted Answer

WWOOF is the organisation offering Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms. We are not part of their program. If you would prefer to volunteer at a WWOOF centre follow the link to their website here.

Question 3

Can I do Workaway with Casita Verde?

Accepted Answer

We're not a workaway centre unfortunately and don't feature on their website. There are lots of workaway opportunities in the Balearics and in Spain, which might be of interest.

Question 4

Can I set up my own Casita Verde?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can and we have former volunteers who have set up their own Casita Verde; for example, the new centre in Granada.
 
If you'd like to become part of the Casita Verde family there are a few qualifying criteria. You can see a basic overview here and then contact us for a more detailed discussion.

Question 5

Can I still volunteer, or come to a workshop, after Brexit?"

Accepted Answer

With the UK leaving the EU at some point in the future, and depending on whether the UK has a deal in place for its exit or not, the circumstances for UK passport holders travelling to EU countries may change. 
 
However, UK citizens won't stop travelling to EU countries for holidays, business and education purposes. There may be visa requirements (which are more likely if the UK leaves the EU without a deal) but then many countries that the British travel to have some kind of visa system. It doesn't stop us travelling there.
 
We expect that, as a UK passport holder, you will still be able to come to Spain and volunteer or attend a workshop with us.
 
There is a helpful article on the BBC news website, which gives more information. There is also information on the ABTA travel website.

Question 6

Do I need medical and/or travel insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please ensure that you've got adequate insurance to cover yourself in the event of an illness or accident.

Question 7

Do you run the European Erasmus+ course?

Accepted Answer

We are no longer involved with the Erasmus+ program.

Question 8

Why do you eat a plant based diet?

Accepted Answer

We find that a plant based diet is healthy and gives you all the necessary nutrients your body needs. The animal and environmental benefits are clear, of course, but ours is more a belief in the health advantages of avoiding animal and fish products.

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