We are a young couple (27yr olds) who currently live in New Zealand but are moving to Europe May 2020. The love for nature, animals, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, music, food & wine has made us stay in NZ for over 3 years but now it is time to go 'home'!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Pinhancos, Portugal is a remotely situated place which means that local children and young adults do not get to experience much of outside culture, art or music. We intend to restore our house in Pinhancos to provide lodgings to internationals. We believe that the community would benefit greatly from having people from other parts of the world visit.

Interests

• animals
• dancing
• crafts
• movies
• reading
• socializing
• music
• hiking
• boxing
• rock climbing
• swimming
• psychology
• art
• nature
• outdoors
• hiking in the mountains

What I Can Share with Hosts

Pinhancos is a charming little village in the mountains of Portugal - Serra da Estrela 'Mountains of the stars'. Pinhancos is like falling back into the old days where people lived a simple life with simple pleasures, connected to nature living off the land, disconnected from technology and happily living together in a tight community. Serra da Estrela is as authentic as Portugal can get!

This is an excellent opportunity to get off the beaten track, away from tourist traps, learn Portuguese and REAL culture with some like minded people. Enjoy exploring lakes, rivers, hikes, rock climbing, local food & wine. There is also a great club/rave culture in nearby towns/cities (BOOM is only 1 hour away!).

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, China, England, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Thailand, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ireland, New Zealand, Portugal