Hello my name is Jose. I work for a market here in Pasadena, California. I enjoy helping people with their groceries or to just help them into their car. I have a construction background so that makes me pretty handy around the house, as well. I am new to international traveling and so far I have only been to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I visited Rio by myself in 2014 and stayed at a hostel for 3 weeks. Easily the best time of my life. I made new friends from all across the globe as well as local Cariocas. Being that I am fluent in Spanish, I decided to try and learn some Portuguese as well. And now, Eu falo um poco.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Anyway this year my mates, and I, are planning a month long backpacking trip through Europe. We are very excited to get to know our neighbors across the pond, and also to use Couchsurfing for the first time. We would like thank you in advance for your hospitality and generosity. We truly are appreciative and hope to meet you soon for some great laughs and good times, thank you.

Interests

I love Hiking, Parachuting, Exploring, Movies, Cooking, Conversations, Helping, and Learning new Languages and Customs.

• cooking
• movies
• traveling
• hiking
• backpacking
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Right now I listen to a lot of Bossanova and Jazz. But I also enjoy RnB, Pop, Rock, Hip Hop, and basically any kind of music, specially if its live.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When I was younger I was in the military. While I was in I was a parachutist, so I have countless jumps on my record. I guess this makes me a little bit of an action junkie, lol.

Teach, Learn, Share

Like I stated before I enjoy Learning and teaching Languages, and because of my military background i understand the value of good communication with others. Knowing how to communicate with others, prevents misunderstandings between people. And helps build bridges between different cultures, which I believe is something we desperately need.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Say the word. You offer me and my mates a place to stay, and we can offer you help in any way we can. We are all very able bodied individuals with plenty of varied skill sets, that we would gladly share with our host or hosts. Nothing is out of the question. We are here to help.

Countries I’ve Visited

Brazil, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

Iraq, United States