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Overview

  • 37 references 24 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Chinese (Simplified), English; learning Spanish
  • 99, Female
  • Member since 2019
  • CPA
  • Backpacker
  • No hometown listed
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About Me

2022 is a big year for me. I decided to put everything on hold and started travelling.

I have been travelling around the world for the past two years. There are no photos and words that could really describe it. It's definitely an adventure in a lifetime.

I was an active member in Ottawa, Canada Couch Surfing community, attended regular meetings there.

The time I really started couch surfing was last year when I visited Bangladesh. It really opened up my travel horizon. The hospitality of Bangladeshi deeply touches my heart. Now I try to couchsurf when possible.

I'm travelling to meet people, to learn cultures, and to see the real life behind touristy scenes. This is what travelling is about for me. I saw many stunning views in the past, but in the end, the most memorable experiences were with people.

After being on the road for a while, i gradually shifted from a tourist to a traveller: trying street food, striking conversations with locals, tasting authentic homemade cuisine, exploring local transportation, and meeting like minded travellers and hosts. CouchSurfing is a perfec platform. The way I look at couch surfing is not just a place to stay free, it's more of a way to experience genuine, authentic local cultures and life. I'm a believer in the equality of give and take.

I prefer to visit less popular places, travel like a local.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Why am I on the couch surfing? To meet like minded travellers and hosts, to create great memories together. I believe there are many wonderful people on this planet. I'm counting on each and every couch surfing.

Interests

  • cooking
  • movies
  • music
  • hiking
  • camping
  • art
  • food
  • nature
  • adventure
  • beach
  • trekking
  • dance

Music, Movies, and Books

I love music and movies of all kinds.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Solo backpacking around the world.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to dance Argentine Tango, and other social dances, like salsa, bachata, etc. I'm also eager to learn your traditional dances.

I can share the unknown part of travelling life, its ups and downs. Definitely, I can help you plan your trip for the countries I have visited. There are countless road stories to share, to laugh, and to remember.

Another of my passion is cooking. I look forward to sharing some of my recipes and also picking up a few of yours.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Culture exchange, Language exchange, maybe one day couch exchange. I can always share some of my signature dishes when possible. I definitely can give some travel tips. There are plenty of road stories and adventures to share and laugh together.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Armenia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Canada, China, Cuba, Egypt, France, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Italy, Jamaica, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, Turkey, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Argentina, Canada, China, Indonesia, Turkey

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