My name is Gabriela but most of my friends call me Gaby. I was born in Puerto Rico and grew up in Dominican Republic. I’ve lived in Barcelona, New York and Miami (where I currently reside). I enjoy meeting new people, exploring new territories and trying new foods and crafts.

My curiosity has led me to explore the complexities of our societies. I have a B.S. in Hospitality Management, a B.A. in Human Health and Nutrition and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration. I research about migration, integration and sustainable development. I speak fluent English and Spanish and a bit of French and Portuguese. I am always up for a good conversation over good food and good company.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am looking to explore new places, meet new people and experience life as a local. I would like to gain insight about the lifestyle and culture in the places that I am visiting.

Interests

Go out with friends, meet new people, travel, go kayaking, biking, hiking or for a swim. I enjoy all sports and I am always looking to try new foods. :)

• culture
• photography
• drones
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• kayaking
• sports
• soccer
• volleyball
• medicine
• adventure travel
• cultural immersion
• sightseeing
• beaches
• mountains
• food
• nature
• spirituality
• bars
• waterfalls
• different cultures
• exploring
• wandering
• foodie
• new experiences
• hospitality
• nutrition
• new friends
• restaurants
• heritage
• nature walks
• senderismo
• breweries
• spiritual growth

Music, Movies, and Books

Reggae, Tuesdays with Morrie, The Alchemist, Meet Joe Black, Reggaetón, Latin Pop Rock, Soda Estéreo, Enanitos Verdes, Blink 182, Bob Marley, Sublime, 80s rock, Dante’s Inferno, Food Politics, The China Study

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I recently founded the Puerto Rican Student Association at Florida International University to assist students who were displaced after Hurricane María.

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy teaching people how to cook.
I love to learn about other cultures and ways to improve social development.
I like to share food, knowledge and love.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can help prepare meals or share knowledge about: Nutrition, Cooking Techniques, Mixology, Spirituality, Self-awareness, Hospitality, Miami, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Public Administration, Travel and Tourism, Plant Based Recipes, Meal Planning and Business Development.

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Belgium, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic, England, France, Germany, Haiti, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin (French part), Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela

Countries I’ve Lived In

Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Spain, United States