My name is Michail, and I spend most of my time outdoors doing different kinds of sports. I’ve been doing CrossFit for the last five years (with a few breaks), I enjoy running, and I recently discovered climbing..

When I’m home, you’ll usually find me watching movies, cooking for myself or for friends, and exploring new ideas & doing a bit of writing

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

For the past few years, I’ve had a strong urge to travel, meet new cultures, connect with people, and have meaningful conversations. Unfortunately, traveling for a whole year isn’t realistic for me , it costs money and requires a lot of time.

Couchsurfing felt like the perfect alternative. I host people I find interesting, share a meal together, exchange stories, and enjoy good company. It’s a great way to bring the world into my home.

Interests

• crossfit
• bouldering
• hiking
• sports
• swimming
• diving

Music, Movies, and Books

I don’t really have a favorite music genre , I listen to anything that makes me feel good. That includes some Greek rap, artists like Passenger, and even metal like Iron Maiden. So yes, a bit of everything.

As for movies, two of my favorites are Good Will Hunting and Coach Carter. Both inspired me in different ways: one about understanding yourself, the other about discipline, purpose, and helping people reach their potential.

I don’t read a lot, but I can recommend Nikos Kazantzakis , especially Ascetics and Zorba the Greek.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When I’m in Greece, I usually go spearfishing. One of my favorite experiences was in the summer of 2025: I packed one of those huge army bags with water, grabbed a hammock, and went camping alone on a remote beach with no phone signal.

For three days, the plan was to lived only on what I managed to catch. It was challenging, peaceful, and unforgettable. If we meet, I can share the whole story

Teach, Learn, Share

Besides stories from Greece and travel, I love talking about how people learn. I’ve spent a lot of time exploring different learning methods, and I can show you a simple approach I use to learn things faster and keep the process fun.

Of course, we can also cook together, laugh, explore the city, or just have a relaxed conversation. I think anyone can find something interesting in our time together.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’ve collected a lot of stories over the years, mostly from the sea ,I know quite a bit about marine life, fishing, and the ocean.

But something new I’ve discovered recently is cooking. I didn’t start cooking until I was 25, and it opened a whole new world for me. Now I can make several good recipes, including dishes like spinach pie, dumplings or quesedillas

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Jordan, Maldives, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Slovakia, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, Greece, Netherlands, Spain