CURRENT MISSION

Growing in an authentic way a network of people who rock and making their lives more valuable by connecting one to an other.

Plus I'm working on a six-pack with a deadline of May 2015.

ABOUT ME

I'm excited to host you, but first read all my profile before requesting! Thanks :)

Recent article detailing some of the published rape, theft and other nonsense due to Surfing. Be smart, be cautious.
(Plus it's the local newspaper!)
http://m.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/article/1705365/travel-sites-can-be-path-danger

Helpful links if you're visiting Macau

Worst case if no couch available
http://www.macau-budgethotels.org/index.do?lag=en_US

Free Government Wifi Hotspots (insane coverage)
http://www.wifi.gov.mo/en/Sitemap.php

Beautifully done walking tour guides with App, PDF, or Video guides
http://en.macautourism.gov.mo/plan/our_suggested_tours.php

Ferry Between HK and Macau
http://www.turbojet.com.hk/en/routing-sailing-schedule/hong-kong-macau/sailing-schedule-fares.aspx

Tips:
Google Maps' self-locating is completely wrong in Macau.
For iPhone: Find where you are in Apple Maps, make the route suggestion, then choose Google Maps' public transport option to get bus routes.

Studied what I was passionate about - music and shows.

In April 2013, left Macau on a jet plane and didn't know when I'd be back again. Finally landed there March 2014 for two months of catching up with friends.

In Macau now from September 2014 until May 2015. Not sure what's next.

Spending time and energy on personal interests.
Reading, cooking, drawing, dancing, writing, conversing, photography, healthy eating, working out.
The list keeps growing.

Took advantage of my travels to work on photography.
www.jonoshots.com

Non-judgmental, motivated.
Been called the "chillest party animal ever".

PHILOSOPHY

Life is too short for a desk job.

Never settle for less than you desire.
Perpetual growth through perpetual experiences.

We make the excuses and lies that trap us in frustrated lifestyles.
Honesty is the first step towards change.

The most difficult challenge is admitting one's raw desires without inhibition; not just to others but to oneself.
Afterwards, things fall in line.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Hosting guests almost every day now after renting a two bedroom apartment.

Joined Macau's weekly CS gathering while I was back for two months in early 2014, encouraging travelers and sharing what I could.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Surfed nearly 4 months total, counting all the nights together.
6 hosts in 4 cities.
Great experiences with each!

Interests

Musica, languages, design, photography.

Business Ideas.

Understanding how things work.

Meeting inspiring people.

Inspiring people.

• animals
• writing
• performing arts
• design
• photography
• concerts
• dancing
• cooking
• working out
• walking
• partying
• clubbing
• news
• reading
• traveling
• drawing
• music
• surfing
• sailing
• bungee jumping
• business
• cartography
• languages
• tourism

Music, Movies, and Books

Recent Reads: The Great Gatsby, The Catcher in the Rye, The Sense of an Ending

Recent Listenings: Usher, Modest Mouse, The Black Keys

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Bungee Jumped From Macau Tower. World's tallest bungee jump.

Travelled to Taipei, Taiwan just to see Radiohead concert.

Teach, Learn, Share

Love to share and learn how to face fears and bridge the gap between intention and action.

For less esoteric matters, I'm highly technical.
Sound, Lighting, Video
From setting up your HDTV to giving helpful tips on your clubs acoustic and visual performance, I'm glad to share what I know.

Photography
Wanna know how they get those sweet effects without using photoshop? Why your friend's pictures look so crisp?
Maybe I can help.

Mandarin and Cantonese Chinese
Want to learn the basics of a conversation or want to know the esoteric interesting facts of the Chinese language?

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Macao, Netherlands, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Macao, Taiwan, United States