Hi! I'm Paul, an open minded and laid back dutch guy, who is living in the centre of Gouda. Living day by day and enjoying the little things in this world. Until a few years ago, my sport waterpolo was a significative part of my life. This brought me to Thessaloniki in Greece, where I played and lived for about a year.

These days I'm working as a freelance projectmanager in civil engineering for several clients. My job is great! In my spare time I hag out with my friends and travel as much as possible. I'm still trying to find the ultimate balance between working, friends at home and traveling.

Since a few years I’m pretty much into cycling. I did some bikepacking in Holland and I’m thinking about traveling through Europe by bicycle. Suggestions are most welcome!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meeting new people from all over the world and share stories. I love the traveling vibe surfers give me when they are around. It gives me the feeling I'm actually travelling myself...

During my travels I discovered how wonderful it is when local people help you and give you advise. It's a great to feel welcome. By being a host I want to return the favor. Be welcome!

Interests

Share stories, learning languages, understanding cultures, trying new things, improve myself and have a good time.

• culture
• italian food
• wine
• beer
• traveling
• darts
• jazz
• cycling
• backpacking
• surfing
• sports
• tennis
• swimming
• history
• psychology
• beach
• bars
• french
• good conversation
• spanish
• waterpolo
• bikepacking
• human behaviour
• sangria
• terrace
• clasic rock

Music, Movies, and Books

Too much to tell, too much not to forget...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

So many amazing things, so much to be thankful for.

Teach, Learn, Share

Whats your story? I'm looking forward to it!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Sharing stories, best with a beer or wine, and I hope many laughs.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curaçao, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Peru, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Greece, Netherlands