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I am Surya Teja Kollipara from India.
I'm a Traveller, photographer, explorer and occasionally a Strategy Consultant(Just to pay bills and satisfy my Wanderlust).
I'm 18 Indian States and 3 Union Territories old.
I hitchhiked in Autos, trucks, lorry, mini vans, motor cycles, cars, buses, trains, tuk-tuk, so on and so forth.
I had slept in Dhaba, Busstand, Railway Station, shed and at the same time I slept in a 5-star hotel, Villa, buildings and resorts.

I always wanted to travel and see my own country (India) before going abroad.
I have travelled across length & breadth of India having a fulltime job day.
I do raw & real Backpacking.

I'm an Ambivert. I love spending time with people. At the same time, I love spending time alone by the side of a Sea/Mountains listening to its sound, looking at its magnificent attire.

Art is something that is very close to me. I just love art in any form. Writing, painting, dancing, singing, speaking, playing an instrument, I love it. I appreciate it.

I sincerely believe we are made the elite group of animals, not to live a mediocre life, unhappy and a boring one. No, we are not. We have this ability built inside to be better, to create something. We are inbuilt artists. Go, find your art, we are all artists in the making.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I think its the best way to travel.
You get to experience new culture from the inside and you won't break the bank at the same time.

Also to learn about different cultures, music, dance, cuisines from all around the world.
And which other better way than providing them a home away from home :D

Interests

Life Goals:
1) Host a person from every country at my place.
2) Experience every kind of music that has ever existed.
3) Experience both Luxurious Travel and Budget Backpacking while travelling all over the world.
4)Try every Adventure Activity/Sport before the D-day.
5)Start a Backpacking Hostel.

People and their stories excite me.I'm this guy who listens anything and everything, so intently. Start speaking, I listen. Stop speaking, I share.

• dogs
• photography
• music
• solo travel
• adventure travel
• wanderlust
• exploring new places
• kids
• boardgames
• experiences

Music, Movies, and Books

I keep on exploring new things ,so the list is dynamic.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

For the love of Music :
I'll make sure to take a note of 2 fav songs/Bands/Artists of people whom i meet while Travelling.
For the love of Experiences:
Take a picture of that special person with the surroundings to frame it as a memory.
For the love of God:
Make some good Memories to Cherish the moment forever.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach:
1) Photography
2) World of Social Media
2)Life Hacks/Travel Hacks
3) Consulting

Learn :
I want to learn anything you can teach me. If you know any skill I would be more than happy to learn the same from you .

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to listen to your stories. I can sit there all day mouth wide-opened and just listen to all the craze experiences of yours.
I can give u tips on what to do,what to try from the local cuisine and point you a landmark,which is really worth a visit.
Also would love to show you around my city if my boss grants a leave for a day. :p
I love playing Basketball,if u wish u can join me for a game or we can go on a trek together.

Countries I’ve Visited

India, Malaysia, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

India