My name is Mandy, I'm 28 and moved to The Hague two years ago. Because I am new to this area, I decided to sign up for Couchsurfing :). It is a really cool way to really get to know people, instead of just the 'bartalk'. Which is also fun of course, but nothing compare to actual conversations. I work as an office manager at a real estate agency, where I mostly works with expats, embassies and ministries residing in The Hague. Besides that, I'm an ambassador for Venture Cafe. I love to volunteer, both to meet new people ánd to give something in return for the opportunities they provide me. It is an awesome learning spot. Nowadays, I try to spend my spare time at visiting musea and walking around, to find my way in this beautiful part of Holland. Furthermore, I love drinking coffee and having good conversations.

Perché sono iscritto su Couchsurfing

I discovered this amazing app pretty recently and I surely do not regret that at all. I have met beautiful people and still cannot believe that everybody is so open, hospitable and friendly. I am grateful for well, almost, every experience I've had so far.

Interessi

• writing
• walking
• politics
• news
• journalism
• meeting new people
• explore
• consulting

Musica, film e libri

I like all kinds of music, espescially when it's a live performance.

As for movies, that depends on my mood. But, when the story is good, I will love it. Right now I am reading a book written by Nobel-pricewinner Daniël Kahneman; he wrote an amazing story about the way our brain work.

Una cosa incredibile che ho fatto

riding a bike on Broadway, NY! I'm afraid to ride it in Amsterdam though, haha. And also, last year I helped myself getting over a trauma, caused by an ATV crash in Kentucky. I drove that thing again and I owned it 😎

Insegna, impara, condividi

These 3 words are describing me! I am eager to learn and explore. My mindset changed a lot due to personal stuff and I feel like I have been missing a lot, by not living day by day back then. I can share my knowlegde of my experiences, writing and how to serve the perfect coffee. Which is by far the best drink ever invented.

Cosa posso offrire ai padroni di casa

I'm social, interested, a proper listener ánd talker. I'm very open and easy-going. Nothing is obligated; I can be on my own as well as in good company! Besides, my last name can be translated as 'chef', so I am experimenting with recipies to honor my surname ;-).

Paesi che ho visitato

Austria, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Paesi in cui ho vissuto

Netherlands