CURRENT MISSION

traveling the world in such a way that I can touch the places I visit and feel like no other people do

ABOUT ME

I’m a native Thai speaker, fluent in both Thai and English. I love learning languages, exploring different cultures, and traveling. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to visit many places: the USA, Taiwan, mainland China, Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Hong Kong, Myanmar, the Philippines, several countries in Europe (England, Italy, France, Romania, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria), and countless times to Japan and Laos. Traveling on a modest budget during school breaks is my yearly joy—I especially enjoy meeting local people, sharing travel costs like car rentals or fuel, and discovering places through their eyes.

🏠 Hosting & Travel Notes
1. In the past, I could host for up to 5 nights. Nowadays, due to work commitments and selling my apartment, I’m unable to host overnight stays. Instead, I’m happy to share tips on finding affordable places in Chiang Mai, recommend areas to explore, and sometimes join for a day trip.
2. My mother, who is 84, lives with my stepbrother. She has always loved dogs—her Dalmatian Prudang passed away in 2011, and her rescue dog Pui in 2020. Now she has a little Chihuahua named Tampa. Since I support my family financially, small tokens or gifts from your country are always appreciated when visiting.
3. If time allows, I’d love to show you around Chiang Mai and Lamphun. For trips outside these cities, we’ll need to plan well in advance.
4. Even if we don’t travel far, we can meet for a drink or meal. I can also help with advice on budget accommodations or daily travel plans.
5. I organize small group tours as a second job. If you’re traveling solo or with a group, feel free to ask if I have packages available for destinations beyond Chiang Mai.
6. You can connect with me on Facebook: facebook.com/jtw.wichian (facebook.com in Bing).
7. One small request: Thailand is a hot country, so taking a shower before we head out together—especially if we’re sharing a car—helps everyone feel comfortable.

PHILOSOPHY

Make the best of today and live your life like there was no tomorrow.
JTW - touch the world feel the difference.

CONTACT ME WHEN YOU ARE IN TOWN

Platforms:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jtw.wichian
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jtw_wichian?_r=1&_t=ZS-94QGdWZo1ya
Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/jtwsunitham?igsh=MWI1cmJqaTh3MHZrZQ==

Please request for tbe following contacts
- Line free chat
- WhataApp
- WeChat

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

A friend of mine, a CS member in Chiang Mai, introduced to me this website. I just registered and didn't actually pay attention until one night I visited him and witnessed him having two guests from Italy and England. They all encouraged me and yes here I am. Why not?

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Yes. would like to experience that. think i need to learn from all of you. But what I would like to do when I surf is the hosts recommend me where to visit, what to do, or take me to see genuine sides of the places I visit. What I would like to do when I couch someone is that to show them around Chiang Mai or Lamphun. There is also a possibility that I drive you to other cities away from Chiang Mai and Lamphun. For the latter option, you will be responsible for gasoline and food and accommodation if an overnight stay is required. I do contribute to people's gasoline when I ask them to drive me far away from their oen cities.
There is also a possibility that I organize a budget tour for a group of people through my friend's agency. So if you travel with family or in a big group please talk to me about that. 1-3 people is possible with my own car. A group of 4 people up must come in a van. We are flexible with your schedule and do customer-tailored tour with satisfaction guaranteed. Ask me about that.During school terms, I may not be able to couch anyone as I am busy, but there is a chance you come and visit my class as a class visitor or a guest lecturer if you have related fields of interests.

Interests

Many things: Traveling, Languages, Food, Movies, and Cultures.

I also enjoy traveling with people. I can do good tour or sightseeing organization around the northern part of Thailand or Thailand. But this must be discussed well in advance. I don't like things unplanned.

Another thing I would like to do is to organize homestays for a group of people who would like to live and learn Thai ways of life in the countryside.

I work as a teacher at a university in Chiang Mai, so I would like to welcome educator or academicians to visit or lecture my class. Areas of interest are subject to school time in which particular courses I teach are available. So if you would like to contribute please do ask me.

Music, Movies, and Books

I love reading many types of books, esp those for traveling, computers, or aircrafts. I enjoy all kinds of films; romance, thriller, actions, sci-fi, you name it. I don't have much experience in music but love listening to it when I am in my relaxing moment or traveling, or when I have a chance. I enjoy big festivals full of music also.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Having a chance to travel with good trip companions

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to learn languages and cultures. I want to learn as well as to show a real sense of particular cultures, things that are far away from tourism or tourists' businesses.

What I Can Share with Hosts

things I do at home n my culture and what I like

also as a host (this is not necessary you stay with me or not) I love to get around with you , and at other CSers.
I like the idea of sharing the cost of traveling and having fun together

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Brunei Darussalam, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Thailand

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