Hi there! I'm Lina, from Colombia. I work from home, so I love to travel and move around a lot. I love the flexibility that I have with my schedule and I make the most out of it to visit new places and explore new things. I do kitesurf and I go around looking for places where to practice. I'm a Montessori teacher and I work as an assistant manager for a Consulting Company in the US. I'm completely fascinated by good food and exploring cuisine from different parts of the world. I absolutely love cooking, but I also love trying out places with amazing food.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is so much more than just finding a place to crash! It's about connecting with individuals who share a passion for exploration and cultural exchange. I want to enrich my own life and the lives of the people I meet. Couchsurfing helps me make meaningful connections, share stories and create lasting memories with fellow adventurers. Hosting me in your home is about more than just a bed; it's about cultural discovery and friendship.
I like the idea of sharing a home with people travelling instead of staying at a hotel. It helps me to develop sociability and to know more about the place and the culture.
I absolutely love the idea of sharing my home with people travelling instead of staying at a hotel! It's a fantastic way to develop sociability and to really get to know a place and its culture.

Interests

Exploring the world is where I find my true joy! Whether it's travelling to new destinations, immersing myself in the serenity of nature with walks and hikes, or simply gazing at the vastness of the sea or the gentle flow of rivers, I love it all! Animals fascinate me with their unique behaviour and connections to their environments. In my downtime, I love to lose myself in a good book. I'm always on the lookout for something new and exciting to read, and I'm fascinated by the complexities of psychology and human nature. I'm endlessly intrigued by the workings of the mind and the intricacies of our behaviours and emotions.

• traveling
• foodie
• kitesurfing
• vanlife

Music, Movies, and Books

Immersing myself in the enchanting worlds of Colombian magical realist novels captures my imagination, offering a blend of mysticism and cultural depth that resonates deeply with me. Psychological subjects never cease to fascinate me, offering insights into the complexities of the human mind. As a melomaniac, my taste in music spans many genres, but there's a special place in my heart for the raw energy and rebellious spirit of 2000s rock, with bands like Rage Against the Machine, No Doubt, System of a Down and Red Hot Chili Peppers dominating my playlist. Electronic beats also ignite my passion, especially when it's time to let loose and enjoy a night of partying.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One really amazing thing I´ve done is I went scuba diving in an island in Colombia called Isla Gorgona and I swam with whales and I saw sharks and turtles and all kinds of big sea animals and it was amazing, life changing experience. Also it has been amazing to be able to meet and be in a retreat with some of the greatest Buddhist teachers in the world like Namkhai Norbu and Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. Another great thing was car travelling through the United States and visiting the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Park.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I know everything about Colombia and its culture, I can teach Spanish and have meaningful conversations with people.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

Colombia, Ireland, Mexico, United States