My name's Elliot Ruiz English and French teacher, I love learning and teaching about my Caribbean culture.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

"I enjoy connecting with people worldwide to learn about different cultures, music, and life perspectives. Additionally, I'm passionate about improving my cooking skills. I've been recognized as a traditional cook in my department, and my cooking technique involves blending ancestral recipes with contemporary flavors. I'm also enthusiastic about bullerengue music and lead a project to teach folkloric music to kids."

Interests

"I belong to a group of activists working on the conservation and preservation of biodiversity in the Trípolical dry forest in Montes de María. I lead a pilot ecotourism project in a protected area."

• arts
• culture
• music festivals
• cooking
• music
• languages
• bullerengue

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

"I founded the first and most sustainable eco-hostel in Chalán, Sucre, and Montes de María, based on the Sustainable Development Goals (UN, 2015). It has gained international recognition as a pioneering project.

Teach, Learn, Share

Experience​, cooking, foreign languages

What I Can Share with Hosts

"As a passionate cook, I delight in preparing culinary experiences for my guests at the eco-hostel. Additionally, I offer guided tours to explore the beautiful places within the Sucre department. Get ready for a blend of delightful meals and unforgettable adventures during your stay!"

Countries I’ve Lived In

Colombia