I'm Chad Cupido (Yes, that is my real family name lol) Thank you for reading about me!

I'm a free spirit who loves traveling and meeting new people. I love learning and that is the main reason I have decided to travel, work and study all around the World. I'm currently completing a double Masters Degree in International Business Management. I'm also a Journalist and my passion is spreading good news.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I go where the wind takes me :-) That is who I am and the reason for me wanting to see the world. Traveling and experiencing new cultures are passions of mine and that is the reason I am on Couchsurfing.

To me, it is more than just a place to sleep. Its about experiencing life as a local and that is why Couchsurfing is great. I'm also a qualified English teacher as teaching is another passion of mine. I love sharing ideas and experiences. Couchsurfing gives me the perfect opportunity to network and make new friends and even family :-)

Interests

I love Yoga. I will be doing a 200-hour teachers course in India very soon. I also love meditation- not just sitting quietly, but experiencing peace and joy through all that life has to offer :-).

I also love outdoor activities. I currently run a boot camp (exercise program) in Taiwan. I have 20 students and most of them have lost a lot of weight, but more importantly gained self confidence and a healthy lifestyle. To me helping others is the greatest thing and it bring me all the joy in the world :-)

My other interests are reading, relaxing with a good book or movie as well as children. I love their innocence and when i see a child, i become one to. It is the most exhilarating thing in the world to be a child.

Music, Movies, and Books

I most genres. My favorite is old school soul and R&B, uplifting melodic trance, Jazz and even some rock - now and again :-)

My favorite book is called "A road less travelled" followed by all Alan Watts and Eckhart Tolle publications.

I don't have any preference for movies. It depends on my mood. I must admit that i do cry when watching certain movies, as i become very attached to the characters and experience what they experience. Yes, its a bit weird but i feel that its an amazing thing to feel for and relate to others.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

While working as a Journalist I did an undercover story on a very poor community in Cape Town, South Africa. My editors thought it was crazy and too dangerous but it totally opened my eyes to the true essence of life. I learnt how to relate to others and understand people and the situations they face. I learnt that we are all beautiful and that love is the only way we can move forward.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a teacher (by profession), a learner (by traveling an experiencing different perspectives) and a sharer (by giving all that I can give to those around me)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Sharing comes naturally to me. I am a good entertainer and would love my hosts to ask me as many questions as they like. I love singing and writing and as an English teacher, I can assist with anything they need help with such as writing an English resume. I can also teach meditation as well as health and fitness. I'm also willing to take my hosts for dinner and they can even join me on hikes and outdoor activities.

When my hosts travel I will assist them with itinerary and a big network of friends and hosts all around the world. :-)

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, France, South Africa, Taiwan