Hello, I'm Doruk, and originally from Istanbul, Turkey. I'm a computer engineer and have worked as a software developer for five years. I don't want to bore you with the technical terms so let me continue to inform you about myself :)

I moved to Amsterdam recently. It is the most tremendous change in my life. Still, I'm a software developer, however, I might own a cocktail bar ten years later, who knows? As you see, I'm interested in mixology. I'm trying to learn to make stunning cocktails.
I was a part-time student and a part-time Salsa dancer during my university years. I participated in some dancing contests in Istanbul, however, I couldn't succeed. I have some near future plans to return to Salsa.
I had been doing Aikido for 13 years and had a black belt. I cannot mention how I was successful in Aikido competitions because Aikido doesn't have them :)
Before Covid-19, I traveled around Europe to see new cultures and meet new people. I have a dream about visiting all of the major cities in Europe and then jumping into the Americas. We are in the post-pandemic era, and I hope so, that's why I can continue to follow it.

What can I offer you?

Although I am new to Amsterdam, I will do my best to discover this marvelous city asap. So I can help you to explore, too. Furthermore, I will be happy to offer a couch, if I am available during your journey.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet with new people and new cultures.

Interests

During my university years, I was a Salsa dancer and participated in some competitions in Turkey. Now I am trying to find a class in Amsterdam to continue my passion.

• photography
• dancing
• bachata
• chess
• traveling
• volunteer work
• violin
• archery
• football
• aikido
• salsa

Music, Movies, and Books

"Memento" is the best one I have ever watched.
The Prestige, Leon The Professional, The Pianist, Seven, Phone Booth are some of the others

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Solo traveling and that was amazing!

Teach, Learn, Share

Some salsa and bachata moves and several vital Aikido movements.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Ukraine

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands, Turkey