I am Mert Ozkaya, 23 years of age, I was raised in Bursa, Turkey. Currently I’m living alone here in Buca Izmir for 5 years already since I entered College.
Most of my hobbies involve playing chess and basketball in my free time, Collecting, Shooting Short Films and my fascination in travel as it improves my sense of independence, self-esteem and I got to learn diverse culture. I’ve been in different countries in Europe so far only with my backpack (Italy, Serbia, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Bosnia etc.).
Currently I am in 4th year college taking up Mechanical Engineering Course at Dokuz Eylul University; in my first years in the University I had English Property class first before my formal education in Mechanical Engineering.
For 2 years I was part of a Drama club and it helps me improved my confidence.
During High School I am representing Bursa Anatolian Boys High School in chess competition as a professional chess player and I received different awards and recognition from this.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I wanna meet new people, learn different cultures, help people and stay by cheapest ways in other countries. I love travelling but I dont have much money because I am still student. I wanna see lots of country during my young times, so money should not be problem for me :)

Interests

• movies
• chess
• socializing
• music
• engineering
• psychology
• science
• travel
• student
• philosphy

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite musics are almost all of old rock musics
I love animations and drama movies. I can't decide that which one my favorite is.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I went to some of countries without enough money and didn't say anyone. They learned when I came back.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am trying to become fluent in English and learning Russian(still beginner)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my old memories, life expericences and our chats with hosts

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, France, Georgia, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Turkey