CURRENT MISSION

Learning a lot before sailing away for a new adventure

ABOUT ME

I'm a naturalist (yes, one of those old-fashioned people going around with binoculars and butterfly net), at the end of my studies.
I feel very happy and lively when I'm in woodlands or countryside.
I like to be the guinea pig for my own cooking experiments.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to meet locals when traveling and to meet travelers when I'm at my place.

Interests

Wandering outdoor;
foraging;
birdwatching;
photography;
discovering hidden places in old towns and cities.

• photography
• dancing
• cooking
• meditation
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• sailing
• languages
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Young Frankenstein; Back to the future; Once; Edward Scissorhands; Sergio Leone's movies; Life of Brian; Dead Poets Society; some old japanese movies (Kurosawa, Kobayashi)
and Studio ghibli's cartoons.

Books:
Lord of the Rings;
White Fang;
Fahrenheit 451;
Foundation;
The Neverending Story;
Come Dio comanda;
Primo Levi's "Storie naturali" and "L'altrui mestiere";
Homer's "Odyssey".

Music: Rock (hard and prog, mainly); Baroque music; Rino Gaetano; Funky; known and unknown good songwriters.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Exploring the harsh hills of Thrace with a Lada Niva and an out-of-date map.
Well, actually, the whole EVS experience in Greece has been amazing!

Teach, Learn, Share

I like languages. I'd like also to learn about meditation and, more practically, self-production. If you know any particular dance, I'd like to learn the basics - or try :O)
What I can teach: Italian, a few basics of Italian cooking, photography tips, the wonders of nature... ok, just ask and let's see if I can help!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I like cooking and I can cook something for you or help you in the kitchen.
I can tell stories from the places I've visited and from my ornithological expeditions.
I can help you in the garden, if you have one, or with your farm animals, if you have any :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, Georgia, Greece