I am currently a Master's student in the Erasmus Mundus Programme Crossways in Cultural Narratives. I will be studying in Scotland, Spain, and Italy. I would like to take the time studying abroad to get to know more about the cultures I am visiting and get to build a good community of lifelong friends as well as interesting acquaintances.
What caught your attention from my description? Why am I a better candidate for hosting you than any other host in my city?

PAST: I traveled with my girlfriend across northern Europe. She is currently doing her masters in London, so I travel and/or host on my own unless she is visiting me, then we can both host you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Discovering this community and the helpX community gave me a reason to travel again. I am on Couchsurfing to experience otherness, what I think is the most important aspect of traveling. I want to breathe, walk, eat as if I were another person. So, I want to see what my biases are by discovering different ways of thinking, and overcome them.

Moreover, I am interested in finding new ways of living and traveling that are based on sharing, exchanging, renewing--that are not based on the search for profit, individuality and, ultimately, isolation. I have been separated from the world during my studies in university and now I'm looking to be open to it, to learn, and to give.

Nota bene. I receive many requests from people who want to stay with me, to see whose request is genuine is very simple. Answer the question I ask in my description. (This is of extreme importance in order for me to accept your request. No answer=declined request)

Interests

• arts
• literature
• education
• art history
• languages
• language exchange
• food
• gastronomy
• good conversation
• deep talks
• hygge
• helping others
• couple
• architecure
• food exchange

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies:
I like a wide range of genres. What I look for is not for a type of movie, but a movie well done. I like carefully crafted, meticulously planned films. I have a special appreciation for bold colors, witty dialogue, and quirky music.

Books:
I am in love with Renaissance poetry and theatre; I am moved by seventeenth-century religious poetry; my current research focuses on early 20th century Mexican literature and "muralismo", the so called Mexican Renaissance.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach you about my culture, cuisine, and personal interests, as I would like to learn about yours. We can exchange recipes, book recommendations, and time for a proper conversation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Cuba, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom, United States