In February 2016 I decided to leave my job in Los Angeles to pursue my passion of traveling. Ever since, I have been backpacking in Asia, North America, South America, Northern Africa and around the Mediterranean. In 2018 I worked for 6 months in Australia and am now I am in NZ on a working holiday visa!

My family is from Mexico City but I was born in Puerto Rico. I spent most of my childhood in Brazil, and have also lived in Venezuela, Switzerland, and around the United States. I am incredibly passionate about travel, living life to the fullest, and meeting incredible people along the way!

Follow adventures at @chellestravels

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am interested in really understanding the through experiences that provide insight into the culture, values, and traditions. I think couchsurfing is an awesome opportunity to meet new people and really get a sense of the city and/or country that I am in.

I am hosting in hopes of providing the same experience to fellow travellers :) if you’re hoping to stay with me, please read my FULL profile (otherwise I simply may not respond!!)
I believe CS hosts are taking time out of their days and welcoming you with open arms into their homes- the least you can do is take a moment to read their profile. I do not believe CS is simply a tool for a free place to crash.

Interests

• animals
• vegetarian
• traveling
• latin music
• hiking
• surfing
• boxing
• rock climbing
• volunteer

Music, Movies, and Books

I love concerts and all kinds of music! I am always reading and looking for new book recommendations!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Quit my job to travel solo! Best decision I have made in my life. This has led to some incredible experiences- trekking through the mountains in Myanmar and attending a tribal wedding, scuba diving in Indonesia, living at a monastery in the mountains of Thailand, climbing a sacred peak in Sri Lanka by myself through the night, etc.

Teach, Learn, Share

Addicted to learning and would love any opportunities to learn cooking, new languages, and sports!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Love of life, travel stories, and languages :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curaçao, Cyprus, Ecuador, Egypt, England, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Haiti, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Jordan, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Morocco, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Palestine, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Russian Federation, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin (French part), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Singapore, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City State, Venezuela, Viet Nam, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Brazil, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, United States, Venezuela