Hello! I'm Ümit, a digital nomad. After a year's break, my passion for travel is stronger than ever. As a software engineer working remotely for a London-based company, I'm embarking on a new adventure from mid-December to April, starting in Georgia and exploring various countries across Asia.
For me, each journey is more than just traveling - it's an exploration and learning experience. The world is my school, every city a new lesson, and each encounter a new teaching. My past travels have shown me that the most valuable moments are often unplanned - an unexpected conversation in a local market, a hidden café discovered in a back alley, or a spontaneous local festival.
The freedom of remote work allows me to explore the world through 'slow travel.' I aim to spend enough time in each destination to feel its true rhythm. Working from local cafés in the morning, getting lost in city streets in the evenings, discovering local flavors, becoming part of each city's story...
What I value most in my travels is immersing myself in different cultures' daily life. I prefer local spots to tourist attractions. Tasting fresh fruits at a neighborhood market, trying the daily special at a corner restaurant, chatting with locals in the park... That's why I find Couchsurfing so valuable - it gives me the chance to experience each city like a local.
Travel and technology are two essential parts of my life. The analytical thinking and problem-solving skills I've gained in software development help me adapt to any situation during my travels. Meanwhile, the new perspectives I gain from different cultures inspire creative solutions in my software projects.
After a year's break, I'm ready to hit the road again. This time, I have a slightly different approach - I want to be more spontaneous, open, and sharing. While my journey starts in Georgia with a planned route, I'm open to unexpected changes and new ideas. If our paths align or you'd like to travel together for a while, please reach out.
Beyond travel, I'm passionate about photography, local music, and street art. I love discovering street artists' works, listening to local musicians, and photographing the natural flow of daily life in every city I visit. These hobbies give me a chance to see each city from a different perspective.
For me, the most valuable travel experiences are shared ones. A city discovered together, a new dish tasted together, an unexpected adventure shared... That's why being active on Couchsurfing means so much to me. Many friendships I've made as both host and guest still continue today.
During the next five months, I hope to not only discover new places but also build new friendships, experience different lifestyles, and create unforgettable memories. Maybe one day our paths will cross, and we'll write new stories together!
I've always believed that the best travel plans are the unplanned ones. So while I have a route in mind, I'm always open to spontaneous changes and new friendships. If you're thinking of a similar route or think our paths might cross, please send me a message. Who knows, it might be the beginning of a great friendship!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to discover new countries, new cities, new cultures, new experiments, and new lifestyles.

Interests

• animals
• solo travel
• nature
• motorcycle

Music, Movies, and Books

MUSIC, MOVIES AND BOOKS:
Movies:

Into the Wild
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
Seven Years in Tibet
The Pursuit of Happyness
The Beach

Books:

The Richest Man in Babylon
Vagabonding by Rolf Potts
On the Road by Jack Kerouac
The Alchemist
Digital Nomad

Music:

Lose Yourself - Eminem
Life in Technicolor - Coldplay
The Passenger - Iggy Pop
Society - Eddie Vedder
Fast Car - Tracy Chapman

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Quit my traditional office job, taught myself software development, and transformed into a location-independent professional. Now I'm combining my passion for technology with my love for travel.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach:

Digital nomad lifestyle strategies
Remote work best practices
Software development fundamentals
Photography basics
Turkish language basics
Budget travel tips
Location-independent career building

I want to learn:

Local traditions and customs
Hidden gems in your city
Your culture's perspective
New languages (especially Russian)
Your favorite local spots
Different ways of living
Your travel stories

Love to share:

Travel experiences
Cultural insights
Photography walks
Language exchange
Cooking experiences
Tech knowledge
City exploration adventures

What I Can Share with Hosts

Digital nomad experiences
Software development insights
Travel photography tips
Turkish culture & customs
Remote work advice
Budget travel hacks
Language learning methods
Local Istanbul knowledge

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Turkey