CURRENT MISSION

globetrotter

ABOUT ME

I am Portuguese, born in the student city of Coimbra (one of the oldest universities in the world), but grew up in Canada. I have been living in Geneva since 2007, working for an NGO as a graphic designer and multimedia expert.
I have a thirst for adventure and knowledge, and which better way to do so than by traveling, experiencing different cultures and meeting new people. That is one of the main reasons why I joined CS. I have traveled quite a bit, and want to travel even more.

PHILOSOPHY

"A vida são dois dias e hoje já vai a caminho"
Portuguese proverb

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I love to travel and meet new people, and couchsurfing has expanded on that experience. Even if not looking for a couch, there are always people eager to show their city.
I am not always free due to work and sports, but when I am, I am happy to host and show you Geneva. Even if my couch isn't available, I'm happy to show you around, go for a coffee, or give you a taste of the culture and night life.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've had some great couchsurfing experiences, some of which were in my very own country (Portugal). It's a great way to meet new people and discover new stories. I've been a CSer for over a year, and regret not having joined sooner.

Interests

playing guitar, concerts, cooking, reading, taking photos, creating things, football, volleyball, beach-volley, being outdoors, bike riding, hiking, snowboarding, surfing, ocean, traveling, wine and cheese by the lake, swimming, open-air cinema, motorcycle, driving, quad

I've been playing music since I was about eight years old. I play quite a few instruments, but mostly the guitar. I had a few bands growing up, but since I moved to Geneva, sort of set that aside.

I'm a creative person. I am a visual communicator by profession: graphic design, web design, photographer and videographer. I love to cook - it's another way to express myself, and plus, I love to eat (quality over quantity).

I play sports, mainly football (soccer) and volleyball, but also squash, mountainbiking, and lately jogging.

• culture
• books
• design
• graphic design
• photography
• concerts
• cooking
• wine
• cheese
• coffee
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• surfing
• snowboarding
• sports
• soccer
• racquetball
• volleyball
• swimming
• beaches
• squash

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In June 2010, I did a mini tour around the world during two weeks for a photography project. I was in five regions taking pictures of people with osteoporosis for my book and photo exhibition called "Snap! The Breaking Spine"
www.iofsnap.org

Teach, Learn, Share

Don't look back - you might walk into something.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Portugal, Switzerland