Hey there, I’m Claudia.

Born in Italy, raised in Poland, and having lived in various places, I’ve wandered through different lands in search of a place I could call HOME one day. But before that..

I believe the best part of travel is the people you meet along the way, so if you’re up for some good times, let’s hang out and make some memories :)

IG: @castaldiaa

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

An incredible experience! I've had the pleasure of meeting fascinating, kind, and wonderful people, and those memories are cherished within me.

Interests

I find joy in cooking—it’s like my love language. The forest is where I feel most alive. Hiking is my thing; it just makes life better. I’m also into keeping healthy, exploring psychology, and mindfulness, staying active with sports, and diving into books, especially reports. Let’s share stories over a delicious meal or a hike :)

Recently, I've also started bouldering and I'm a newbie there, but absolutely loving it! Additionally, sea swimming in Iceland has been a discovery and adventure for me.

• books
• theater
• cooking
• vegetarian
• vegan
• meditation
• flying
• traveling
• psychology
• circus
• mindfulness
• self-development
• joga

Music, Movies, and Books

Love movie classics 'Good Will Hunting,' 'Dead Poets Society,' 'Forrest Gump,' 'The Green Mile,' 'The Godfather.'

I have a diverse taste in music, finding myself drawn to different genres and styles depending on my mood and the situation. I enjoy catching the vibes rather than following one particular artist or style.

When it comes to books, I have a deep admiration for the works of Tiziano Terzani.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I began my solo travels early, exploring Europe on my own in 2006-2013. In 2014, I embarked on a month-long journey to Malaysia, followed by Laos in 2015. In 2016, I had the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in meditation with monks in the north of Thailand (Golden Triangle). The following year, I took a leap of faith and left my job to venture into Southeast Asia for a few months, where I participated in volunteering programs and connected with amazing people across Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia. In 2019, my travels took me to India, where I embarked on a transformative yoga and meditation retreat, as well as a massage course in Rishikesh. Currently discovering the beauty of Iceland.

Teach, Learn, Share

With years of experience in hospitality and event organization, I've got a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable experiences. I can teach you cooking, practice languages, or do meditation sessions, and we'll embark on a journey of discovery together. Need help planning your dream trip or finding the perfect hiking trail? Consider me your go-to person. Let's share knowledge, learn from each other, and make the most of every moment :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cooking is my love language! Let's eat and talk :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Austria, Belgium, Cambodia, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Laos, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldives, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Russian Federation