Somebody once said "life is about racing to the grave, it is about savouring the present". That is one quote I identify with! I like taking my time when it comes to my interests and the people I love :)

I just finished my master in Industrial Ecology and I after a period of working as freelance sustainability consultant, I am starting a new job in a chemical company in Arnhem, The Netherlands, right on the border with Germany. At the same time, I experiment on different types of music as an experienced bass player! Last but not least, I am very interested in people, culture and social issues.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

The best travelling experiences I remember were when I was sleeping on other people's couches, floors (or even balconies!). There is no more authentic way to explore a new city and meet new people, than immersing yourself in the local culture and connecting with your hosts :)

Interests

I love trying new things! I once wondered how difficult it would be to make beer, so I gathered two chemist friends of mine and we made our own batch! Over the period of a year, we explored different recipes, while drinking our own product ;) I always follow my seemingly endless curiosity, until the next challenge!

• arts
• politics
• live music
• swimming
• volunteering
• sustainability
• museum
• biking
• walking around
• chatting

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Alternative rock, acoustic, latin, lounge, even electro if the mood is right!

Movies & Series: Anything by David Lynch, Quentin Tarantino or Christopher Nolan. I love 90s cinema, such as Trainspotting, Fight Club, some romance such as 5X2 and before sunrise, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

Series: Mad Men, Breaking Bad, House, The Mentalist, Weeds, Man Vs Wild.

Books: From the oldies, I'll go with writers such as Henry Miller, Charles Bukowski, Ernest Hemingway, Dostoevsky, to name but a few. From the new ones, too many to mention!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Two years ago, I left my job in Greece, to pursue my real passion in the Netherlands. I never looked back since!

Teach, Learn, Share

Do you want to learn how to play guitar, bass, sing? I'm your man!

Food: Recent enthusiast in Asian cuisine, but also meditterenean delicacies. In fact, let's experiment together!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love talking, but mostly I love listening. I can share conversations, as long as tea or beer and good company are present :)

Let's go out and walk in the city, or the countryside. A bike ride even better!

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Macedonia, Portugal, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Greece, Netherlands, Sweden