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Overview

  • 4 references 3 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Dutch, English; learning German, Polish, Spanish
  • 31, Male
  • Member since 2015
  • No occupation listed
  • Architecture
  • From Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
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About Me

Young traveler who loves to experience places off the beaten path. Starting to fall in love with hiking, climbing and solo-traveling. I have lived in Delft (Netherlands), Krakow (Poland) and Hradec Kralové (Czech Republic). Currently I am back to my roots, working to gain money for travelling and for my Masters degree which will start in September. By studying and living abroad, I have seen and experienced a lot in these countries and nearby countries and I have met some amazing people from all over Europe. Shared my couch in Krakow sometimes and these were awesome experiences. Sharing cultures, opinions and talks is the best thing.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Traveling is more than sightseeing, the stay with locals is often a thing you will never forget.

Interests

Highly interested in local cultures, habits and food. As an architecture student, I love architecture, arts, photography, history, culture and many more. I like sports, music, movies, series and nature.

  • wildlife
  • arts
  • culture
  • architecture
  • photography
  • dining
  • movies
  • traveling
  • socializing
  • music
  • hiking
  • sports
  • rock climbing
  • history
  • languages
  • sightseeing
  • parks

Music, Movies, and Books

I love inspiring artists such as Eddie Vedder, Bon Iver, Sixto Rodriquez, Lana del Rey, Kovacs. Into the Wild is my favorite movie, I am willing to rewatch it every day. Such an inspiring movie with a lovely soundtrack.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Many amazing things! Living and studying abroad is an experience which really changed my view of the world. Meeting people from all different countries, sharing cultures and plan trips together. Also, my safari trip in Kenya was truly amazing. The African people are simply so honest and open, plus the national parks with its wildlife; perfect combination.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn more languages, just basics or more intermediate. I can teach people about architecture, arts or urban planning.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Experiences, opinions, different view of the city, a meal, some gems in Rotterdam

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, Netherlands, Poland

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