Hi there! I'm Neeraj, a passionate traveler and the creator of the YouTube channel ‘Backpacker Neeraj’. I love exploring new destinations and capturing the beauty and culture of each place through my travel videos. My channel is all about sharing travel tips, cultural insights, and inspiring stories from my journeys around the world.

I joined the Couchsurfing community in 2015 and have always found it to be an amazing platform for connecting with fellow travel enthusiasts. Through Couchsurfing, I've had the opportunity to exchange cultures, make lifelong friends, and experience places from a local perspective.

Unfortunately, I lost access to my old account, but I'm excited to reconnect with this wonderful community. I believe that the best travel experiences come from the people you meet along the way, and I'm looking forward to meeting new friends, sharing stories, and creating unforgettable memories together.

Let's connect and make the world a smaller, friendlier place, one couch at a time!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Traveling is not just about visiting new places for me; it's about connecting with people and experiencing their culture firsthand. Couchsurfing provides a unique opportunity to do just that. Here’s why I’m on Couchsurfing:

1. **Cultural Exchange:** I love learning about different cultures, traditions, and ways of life. Couchsurfing allows me to immerse myself in local communities and gain a deeper understanding of the places I visit.

2. **Meaningful Connections:** Some of the most memorable moments of my travels have been the connections I’ve made with people. Couchsurfing helps me meet like-minded travelers and locals, making each journey more enriching and enjoyable.

3. **Authentic Experiences:** Staying with locals offers a more authentic travel experience. It's about seeing a place through the eyes of someone who lives there, which often leads to discovering hidden gems that tourists might miss.

4. **Creating Content:** As a travel video creator for my YouTube channel ‘Backpacker Neeraj’, Couchsurfing provides incredible opportunities to capture real stories and unique experiences that I can share with my audience.

5. **Building a Community:** I believe in the power of community and mutual support. Couchsurfing embodies these values, fostering a global network of travelers who help and learn from each other.

Rejoining the Couchsurfing community after losing access to my old account, I’m excited to reconnect, make new friends, and continue my journey of exploration and cultural exchange.

Interests

• music
• adventure travel
• travelling around the world
• food and drinks
• coffee and tea

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Started Travelling 🧳

What I Can Share with Hosts

My travel and life experiences, lot of travel stories:) and obviously help travellers in tough situations✌️

Countries I’ve Visited

Hong Kong, Kazakhstan, Macao, Malaysia, Nepal, Singapore, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

India