Hi! I'm Arnel from the Philippines. I'm a young professional trying to balance out my career and my desire to explore new places.

I'm a huge fan of good food, and I believe that as I explore different countries and places, it's important to explore the different food it offers. I think every dish has a unique story that speaks a lot about a country's rich history and culture.

Good food doesn't have to be expensive, and I find that the best and most authentic food experience is found in the bustling streets of the city more than in the posh and fancy restaurants. You just have to be mindful of health and sanitation. :)) Don't get me wrong, though, I can also spend bucks on fancy food when I feel it's worth it (or when I just want to reward myself after a tough day or week).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

A close friend of mine is here and she told me to try this platform. My first impression is this seems to be a safe environment for people who want to meet other people and explore different places. Looking forward to meeting and befriending amazing people!

Interests

• writing
• books
• singing
• politics
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• camping
• history
• food
• netflix
• community service

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Ed Sheeran, Maroon V, Sam Smith, local independent music artists
Genre: Pop, Ballad, Musical
Movie: Christopher Nolan's works, Marvel Cinematic Universe movies,
TV: Game of Thrones, Designated Survivor, Friends, Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Books: Paulo Coelho, Dan Brown

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I can hit the final note of Les Miserables' "Who am I"! I have not sang for quite some time now so I may need to practice a bit more before giving you a sample.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'd love to learn more about your home country that I will visit! I believe that nothing beats the experience of seeing things from a local's perspective. I simply cannot put labels on a community by googling it.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can offer a unique perspective on life! I enjoy meaningful conversations with people who are as curious as I am with what's out there.

I can also tell you many things about my country, Philippines, and my goal is to get you wanting to pack your bags ASAP and book that ticket to Manila.

Countries I’ve Visited

Singapore