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Overview

  • 11 references 7 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Chinese (Simplified), English; learning French, Spanish
  • 36, Male
  • Member since 2015
  • Marketing Research Analyst
  • University
  • From Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
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About Me

I have lived half of my life in China and another half in Canada.
I am open-minded and adventurous while also hold the traditional values of my culture.

I have visited more places in Africa than Europe; been to more villages than cities.
I'd prefer an expedition into the vast desert over laying down on a beach.

When I first started to travel, I reserved all of the romantic destinations for families, but I am starting to think that each person has their own road to walk and own story to write.

Human's life span is short, and it will be a little too late when most people realize it.
There is a different life-purpose assigned to each of us. No matter what life situation we are in; what line of work we put our hands on, Let's eliminate our fears to the unknowns and expand our boundaries to live to full.

I love to visit local places that are not known for tourist. Make new friends and learn about the local culture even if I don't speak the language well.

The unexpected usually offers the most unforgettable experience.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

From time to time, friends from Couchsurf have provided me with with more advice and help than LP and Traveladvisor.
I love to spend time when I visit a place and try to soak in. Rushing through major capitals in Europe isn't my cup of tea, as I believe it takes time to be able to appreciate and fully experience any culture at all.

Interests

Music and Photography.

  • culture
  • singing
  • photography
  • cooking
  • traveling
  • music
  • piano
  • soccer
  • road trips

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Slumdog Millionaire, 3 idiots, Infernal Affair.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Participated in a Casino poker tournament during a layover in Panama City, and finished 2nd place.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I could take semi-pro photography of you for your new social media profile photo :P
Gaining both weight and wisdom with food and a great conversation.
I am open to sharing my experience in traveling, financial trading, and the up and downs of tech start-ups.

Countries I’ve Visited

Algeria, Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Benin, Bermuda, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Canada, China, Colombia, Ecuador, France, French Guiana, Germany, Guyana, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Laos, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mali, Mexico, Netherlands, Oman, Panama, Paraguay, Philippines, Qatar, Russian Federation, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Switzerland, Thailand, Timor-Leste (East Timor), Togo, United Arab Emirates, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, China

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