I'm originally from Rio, but I’ve lived in the U.S. for a long time. I love meeting new people from different countries, and learning about their culture. I love the outdoors, the beach, national parks, hiking and enjoying the day to the fullest, but I’m also a night owl and love dancing/going to a live music show! My Ig is Yarinhaaaa

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I met CS hosts in 2009 in Porto, Portugal, and my trip was unforgettable because they took me to local spots that I would not have known about as a tourist and everyone was so positive, friendly, open minded, intelligent and interesting. The things I love the most about traveling is that you meet the most random people and sometimes become life long friends. You instantly click, I believe its the energy of wanting to explore the world and that energy comes together to create a wonderful experience. I want to get more involved in this community as well as host. I have always been a helpful host for the places I lived because I have moved around a lot, so I know what it's like to be in a new to a city and feel lost.

Interests

Dancing, going to live music shows, futebol, art, theatre, film, history, reading, writing, painting, yoga, swimming, sailing and a lot more

• arts
• culture
• theater
• festivals
• dancing
• dining
• yoga
• boating
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• snorkeling
• sailing
• snowboarding
• languages
• tourism
• volunteering
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Samba, MPB, Bossa Nova, Salsa, Reggae, Electronic, Rock, Blues and Jazz. Some of my favs: Bob Marley, The Beatles, Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Jorge Ben, Ivete Sangalo, Natiruts, Ray Charles, Vanessa da Mata, Zeca Pagodinho, Led Zeppelin, Kygo, Disclosure, Yotto, Carl Cox, MK, Sam Fedlt, MK, Lane 8, Klingande, Claptone, John Digweed.

Movies: City of God, Life is Beautiful, Life of Pie, Vicci Christina Barcelona, Dirty Dancing, Troy, Y Tu Mama Tambien

Books: The Alchemist, A Farewell to Arms, 1984, Fahrenheit 451, Pride and Prejudice, Harry Potter

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Carnaval in Rio - endless goosebumps - it’s the most amazing experience! You have not lived if you haven't experienced the pulsating drum beats from the Sambadromo! Also the World Cup in Russia was unforgettable. As was white water kayaking in Bovec, Slovenia, beautiful pristine clear water and waterfalls in the Triglav National Park.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: I can teach you English, Portuguese and Spanish. I taught English in Rio for a few years to groups of adults and children. I make the best caipirinhas!

Learn: I draw, paint, play piano and sing, so I want to continue learning all of that. I’m trying to find courses while traveling. I want to learn how to dj.

Share: I always say “sharing is caring”! I can share travel tips to everywhere I’ve been. I also want to share good times, music, and laughter.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Travel tips and good times :) I've lived in Austin for many years and know the city very well. Austin is known for the world capital of live music and I'm a huge live music fan so I know where to take you depending on what genre you like. Also I love the outdoors, so we can hike to waterfalls, kayaying, Stand up paddle, boating on the lake, etc.

Countries I’ve Visited

Angola, Argentina, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Lebanon, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Russian Federation, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, United States