My name is Ilia and I am 21 years old. This age allows me to travel sometimes and realize something new about lifestyles and cultures of different regions. Just in this moment I write this post while going by bus to another city:D I am the student, and I study history and languages. In my freetime I work as an independent teacher of the English language for kids. I adore languages, because it helps me to understand cultures and worldview of people from different regions

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I found couchsurfing the best way to explore new places, because everybody can open some sites and find all the information about cities, but I am convinced that only a local knows a city perfectly, that's why I really appreciate tips from locals - it helps me to open something new about cities and places in it!

Interests

• video games
• adventure travel
• youtube
• learning languages
• different cultures
• listening to music

Music, Movies, and Books

A lot of genres: rock (SOAD, Rammstein, Queen, Led Zeppelin), rap (Kendrick Lamar, BONES, Yung Lean), folk music of all countries and so on and so forth :D
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I was a bookworm in my childhood, but now I don't have enough time to spend with a good book and a cup of tea
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I love thrillers with historical context, and I don't like movies with a lot of effects and post-production

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've made a round trip from LA to NY 2 times by truck, sleeping in the car and enjoying the views!)
Additionally to that, I've lived in China for 4 months and visited Beijing, Qufu, Jinan and Shanghai - that was unforgettable!

Teach, Learn, Share

I am able to speak about everything because I try to broaden my knowledge about the world and I am ready to share my knowledge, ideas and opinions with others.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Great conversations and funny stories, some information about my Homeland, some help in daily life, also I adore animals and I am glad to spend time with them!

Countries I’ve Visited

China, Germany, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Russian Federation, United States