I was born and grew up in Siberia. I have never seen a bear though. Never owned a matryoshka doll. As a kid, I did have an ushanka hat (several, really). I love snow but hate cold. First time saw a sea when I was 23. Currently live in Stavanger on the west coast of Norway. Easy going, openminded and friendly person. Love to cook and travel learn new words and recipes. Normally I don't need a guide but really appreciate some local advice and enjoy the company.

Rainbow friendly.

If you are going to Stavanger, the best time is May-June but even then you should always be prepared for rain. Preikestolen is open year round and it's THAT good. City centre is easily manageable by foot and Preikestolen is easily accessible by public transport. While you are here, consider also visiting Kjerag, Månafossen, Gloppedalsura, eat at the Byrkjedal restaurant, take a boat tour along Lysefjord, visit Sola/Bore beaches and Sverd i fjell sculpture. It is possible to go to Trolltunga from Stavanger but to return on the same day is very difficult. As is to hike both Preikestolen and Kjerag on the same day.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am fascinated with the idea of meeting people from all over the world, sharing stories, cultures and foods, helping fellow travellers and finding new friends.

Interests

• cooking
• wine
• beer
• movies
• traveling
• languages
• food
• tv series
• eurovision
• duolingo

Music, Movies, and Books

Mylène Farmer, Laura Pausini, Coen brothers, Lars von Trier, Pedro Almodóvar, X-Men, Forrest Gump, Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Gabriel García Márquez, Agatha Christie, A Song of Ice and Fire, World of Warcraft, Dissidia Final Fantasy, Hearthstone, Eurovision, Friends, Game of Thrones.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Took a flight in a hot air balloon. Bathed in Baikal and the Dead Sea. Lived in another country.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to make the best spaghetti alla carbonara in the world. Seriously.
Can teach you Russian or even Norwegian.
I'm a language junkie. Anything you can share about your language will without a doubt interest me.

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Cuba, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Palestine, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Norway, Russian Federation