Hello there,

I live in Iowa (United States). I run a couple of small businesses.

Travel is my therapy :).

I really love to travel and meet new people.

When I travel, I rarely care about monuments, museums, or churches and temples. What fuels me is meeting amazing new people and exploring new cultures.

I always try to connect with small NGOs and charities around the world to see if 8 can somehow help.

I want to do my small part in making this world a better place.

I am originally from Russia, so I speak both English and Russian and learningTagalog. I also spend a lot of time going to Philippines (pusong pinoy ako).

I do think of myself of more an American than Russian, though (plus I lived in US more than I did in Russia).

Typically, I am not looking for a place to stay (I usually stay in Airbnb or Hotel because I need my AC and my own space) , but I love to meet interesting people.

If you are sending me a message or invite to stay, please let me know WHY you want to connect with me.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My new project is creating a series of videos of people around the world (Awesome People Project). This project is in early stages, but I would love to have you be a part of it. My goal is to meet new friends and discover other cultures.

Interests

• photography
• volunteering
• cultural immersion
• learning languages
• video
• different cultures

Music, Movies, and Books

I don't listen to music a lot. I mostly read/listen to business and marketing books. I also don't watch a ton of movies, however I do like american comedies (the middle, modern family) and law dramas (suits, better call saul, house of cards)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Helping small non-profits and charities by donating my photography services and video production

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach/share my photography skills.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Since, more than likely, I will have camera gear with me, I would love to create your family portraits :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Denmark, France, Greece, Honduras, Italy, Mexico, Montenegro, Philippines, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan

Countries I’ve Lived In

Russian Federation, United States