It's been a while I've used Couchsurfing, last time was in 2012, but I guess your never too old to discover and meet new people. I have travelled extensively during and after my studies from 2006 - 2012, from Australia to West Africa and I have lived in Egypt, Lebanon and France (Marseille) for some time.

The past years I was exploring and growing in my professional life. This has made me move to Rotterdam and work with very diverse people from many different countries and backgrounds. I'm happy I can continue learning from other cultures while working as a Scrum Master with a software innovation team at the moment.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet people that live the local culture and know the hidden gems of a place. I have met many new people through CS on 4 different continents, and they have impressed me with their kindness and stories. I'm eager to hear more and continue learning from the people I meet.

Interests

In daily life I like to go for walks, play basketball, taste new beers, read American 1980s novels and discover new music.

• reading
• socializing
• music
• hiking
• sports
• basketball

Music, Movies, and Books

LISTENING: Brockhampton, Tribe Called Quest, Foo Fighters, QotSA, Kruder & Dorfmeister, Brad Mehldau, Oscar Peterson, Kendrick Lamar, Trashlagoon, RY X.
READING: Jay McInerny, Amin Maalouf, Orhan Pamuk, Bret Easton Ellis, Vasily Grossman

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Travelled over land to West-Africa (yes, by bus and car through the Sahara) and learned French along the way (mainly in Marseille): Senegal, Gambia, Guinée, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana.

Then travelled to Lebanon and lived, worked and learned there for over a year in Beirut.

Teach, Learn, Share

Currently working as a coach with 5 different nationalities and find it always surprising how we can learn from diversity.

I can share my knowledge on music while listening and talking along.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cook a dinner together and take you into the world of mix drinks (I've worked in a cocktail bar for some time)

I can also repair your bike. Honestly think that is one of the most meditative activities I can indulge in =)

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Canada, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Malaysia, Morocco, New Zealand, Norway, Senegal, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Egypt, France, Lebanon, Netherlands, Syrian Arab Republic

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