Hello there!

I'm a really open-minded person with a mix of Malay, Chinese and Arab ethnic roots. I can share my life experiences with you, and I'm also always up to go out for a good time. Being a freelancer in the film industry gives me a lot of time to make new friends when I'm back home in Singapore so if you're in town, holla at me and I'll be glad to show you the best bits if my schedule permits. Needless to say, when I travel I really enjoy meeting new people, hearing new stories and learning about new cultures and how diverse humankind can be!

For those of you looking for a place to spend the night or two, unfortunately here in tiny little Singapore, most unmarried people below the age of 35 are not allowed to apply for government housing projects and rent is really expensive, so like most Singaporeans, I'm still staying with my parents in a small apartment at the moment, together with my 2 younger siblings (9 year old twins!). I would love to host you on your adventure in my homeland, but I simply do not have the resources to currently. It will definitely be something I look forward to doing when I do get my own place in the future! Nevertheless, as I've mentioned, do hit me up if you're in town and want someone to show you around and I'll do my best to do so when I can!

Personal Instagram: @haikalismail
Professional Instagram: @lightarchitects

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To be the catalyst to a better, friendlier world.

Interests

• architecture
• design
• photography
• dining
• beer
• coffee
• partying
• motorcycles
• cars
• music
• rock climbing
• table tennis
• history
• philosophy
• beaches
• filmmaking
• life
• diving
• muay thai
• motocross
• alternative lifestyles
• evolution
• dirtbiking

Music, Movies, and Books

Wes Anderson, Quentin Tarantino, Edgar Wright

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Rode around Pai (thailand) while drunk and high at the same time, got some airtime on that moped, did not die.

Quit smoking cigarettes!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can take you to places around Singapore and tell you more about the different cultures here. Often times, I find that there's always more to learn about my own country!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cultural and historical exchange, and meaningful conversations about life and what we collectively know as consciousness.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Cambodia, Czech Republic, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Poland, Russian Federation, Taiwan, Thailand