My name is Alex, I am 20 years old student from Ukraine. I grew up in a small town in the western part of the country, among the breathtaking mountains and dense forests. I am fond of nature, but at the same time I am fascinated by the cities and the man-made landscapes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

While I like to travel with comfort, i.e. staying at the hotel or at a rented flat, there`s no denial that spending time with locals helps you to fell the atmosphere of the country. The true happiness in traveling is sharing with natives, and learning new things from them. Couchsurfing gives an opportunity to meet new people all around the world and make new connections, which I am really eager to experience.

Interests

• coffee
• fitness
• reading
• languages
• food
• nature
• indie music
• computer programming

Music, Movies, and Books

Music:
OneRepublic, Christina Perry, Darren Korb, Oh Wonder, AJR, MAX
Films:
Inception, Harry Potter, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Struck By Lightning, Arrival
TV Series
Glee, Game Of Thrones. Once Upon A Time, The Legend Of Korra, The Big Bang Theory, Family Guy, Steven Universe
Books:
Warriors, Harry Potter, The Song of Ice and Fire, Hyperion Cantos
Videogames:
Portal 2, Civilization, TES V: Skyrim, Bastion, Transistor, Pyre, Starbound, The Sims, Dead Island, Spore

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

It was 2016 when I decided to take part in Summer Work ans Travel USA program. I managed to successfully pass all the preparations, like applying for a job and getting a visa. After that I have spent 4 months on a different continent all on my own, running my budget, planning life ahead and getting prime experience, which I consider to be vital in my future.

What I Can Share with Hosts

While staying with hosts I try to tell them most about my country and life there. It includes aspects like everyday life and traditions throughout more advanced themes, like economy, art and current situation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, Morocco, Poland, Slovakia, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ukraine, United States