Born in Brazil, I have lived in the Czech Republic, Chile, and since 2016, in Canada. I am a sports enthusiast who loves moving my body through activities like cycling in the mountains or on the road, climbing, hiking, playing tennis, and running. I love the outdoors and nature but I also enjoy some aspects of urban life. I am always seeking for nice coffee shops, authentic restaurants, and jazz clubs.

I am clean, tidy, and extremely organized, and I love making new friends!

IG: @maribalga
@kochi_kochito

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am looking for respectful places to stay, host, and possibly build cool friendships!

Interests

• coffee
• mountain biking
• gastronomy
• road biking
• road cycling
• hiking,
• rockclimbing

Music, Movies, and Books

Grunge, indie rock, jazz, bossa nova, brazilian MPB.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Traveled alone to five countries when I was 15 years old (I still don't know how my parents allowed that)!
I also quit a stable and successful career as a lawyer to live abroad and experience what different cultures can teach us.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to cook some delicious Brazilian dishes, or simply cooking for you!t

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cozy and warm place, where my dog Kochi (@kochi_kochito on Instagram) will welcome you and make sure to show the best climbing crags, hiking and MTB trails around Squamish!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Peru, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic