Hey everybody!

This is David although everybody knows me by my Mexican wrestler nickname "El Chamán". This basically means I can make you speak to your ancestors at will and I once inhabited the rain forest, although I am pretty much domesticated these days. Jokes aside, I consider myself a friendly and active person. I like the outdoors; hiking, skiing, climbing, you name it....nothing can beat a good dose of fresh air and a good view!

I enjoy complaining about anything and everything, good friends, good food, good music (ok, some bad one too), sports, mixing awesome drinks and above all TRAVELLING!

I'm originally from Galicia, a truly gorgeous part of the world, and as off the beaten path as you can be in western Europe. Currently living in Madrid, making the most of what the city has to offer and also learning to dance the Chotis (look it up!).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like making new friends from different parts of the world and cultural backgrounds. I believe these experiences enrich me and make me grow as a person.

I hate being the typical tourist so always try to mingle with locals and soak on the real experiences when visiting a new place.

Looking forward to meeting you ;)

Interests

Travel, travel and travel and sometimes travel too. So many places to see, so little time...

Life is too short!!!!!

• naturaleza
• city life
• madrid
• nature walks
• city trips

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to a wide range of music genres. Each moment has its OST!! :-)
To name a few; Tame impala, Arcade fire, Band of horses, Ludovico Einaudi, Spanish rock, , At the drive in, David Bowie...

Movies -Die Welle, Litle Miss Sunshine, Clerks, Cidade de Deus.
T.V Shows - Game of Thrones, Black Mirror, The OA,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Resigning from my job and moving to Austria for skiing during the whole winter season.

Drive 600 km each way most winter weekends to enjoy the mountains and work as a ski instructor

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach ski in winter.
At the moment I am learning photography.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I like talking and sharing my own experiences in Madrid and around my country and of course I can offer any information my guests may need.

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cambodia, Croatia, Denmark, France, Germany, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Lithuania, Macao, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Palestine, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, United Kingdom