Hi, I'm Marlon! An adventure enthusiast, passionate about cultures, and always ready for the next journey. 🌍 I believe the best way to know the world is through people and shared experiences. Whether it's exploring hidden corners of a city, trying local cuisine, or just having a chat over a cold beer, I'm always on the lookout for new stories to tell and hear.

You can find my Instagram account here: @marlonriand

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm here because I believe the best trips happen when we step out of our comfort zones and connect with locals. For me, Couchsurfing is not just a platform for accommodation; it's an incredible way to meet people, exchange experiences, and truly experience the culture of a place. If it were just about a place to stay, I'd rather be in a hotel (and yes, I can stay in a hotel if I want), but being on Couchsurfing is about the genuine exchange of experiences and building new friendships around the world.

Interests

- Traveling (obviously, right? 😜)
- Photography - always ready with a camera to capture the perfect moment!
- Cooking - both eating and cooking; if you enjoy a good conversation around a table full of food, we'll get along great!
- Music - from classic rock to Latin rhythms, if there's a good beat playing, I'm enjoying it!
- Outdoor sports - hiking, cycling, and anything that keeps me moving and in touch with nature.

• books
• nightlife
• video games
• tv
• beaches
• musica
• film
• netflix
• sweets
• comida
• pasta

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: I love classics like The Godfather, but I'm also a fan of light-hearted comedies like Forrest Gump and adventure films like Mission Impossible.

Music: My playlist is eclectic! From Queen to Reggaeton, with a splash of electronic music to keep the vibe up.

Books: 1984 by George Orwell, Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari, and, of course, anything that involves travel and different cultures!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

- Dance and skip the whole night at Tomorrowland Festival, with friends I made on the way to the festival.
- Climbing a vulcan in Chile, at sunset and feeling like I was on top of the world.
- Cooking a traditional Brazilian dinner for an Norway family during my trip to Oslo.
- Attending a local music festival in Thailand, where I danced until dawn with people I had just met!

Teach, Learn, Share

- To Teach: I can teach Portuguese, some traditional Brazilian recipes, and share photography tips!
- To Learn: Always open to learning new languages, cooking techniques, and anything related to local culture.
- To Share: My travel stories, a good meal, and, of course, lots of laughs!

What I Can Share with Hosts

- Good company, always with great stories to share.
- A hand in the kitchen - I love cooking and am always willing to prepare a meal or help with the cleanup.
- Respect for the space and the house rules, ensuring that my stay is pleasant for everyone.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, Guyana, Indonesia, Malaysia, Maldives, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela