Hi! (Merhaba)

My name is Yavuz. I'm a photographer, drone pilot, actor and theater instructor living in Istanbul. I love traveling; it has become a passion for me to meet different cultures and explore new places. 📸🎭

I have a cheerful and positive personality. I see every new experience as an opportunity to learn, and I always approach it with an open mind to improve myself. I enjoy meeting new people, exploring different ideas, and engaging in deep conversations to gain new perspectives. 🍀

In Couchsurfing, meeting new and interesting people and learning about different cultures is a wonderful experience for me. It allows me to feel like I'm in those countries without actually traveling. There's nothing negative to say about it. I enjoy engaging in unique conversations, savoring the moment, and helping others. Additionally, I would like to practice my English, and if you want to learn or practice Turkish, I can definitely help you. 🫶🏼

Also you can check my Instagram profile:
➡️ https://www.instagram.com/yavuzalkaya_/
E-Mail: yvzalkaya@gmail.com

**Please start your message by writing "cimbombom"!**

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Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I believe that traveling is the best thing that everyone should do!

I strongly believe that discovering new places is best done with the people who've lived there and can recommend all the best places!

People from all over the world have different views over matters. I'd love to see how different we are by meeting people. 🍀

Interests

• arts
• culture
• theater
• photography
• vegan
• running
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• camping
• sports
• art history
• hitchhiking
• food
• cinema
• learning
• hospitality
• traditions
• nature walks
• nature conservation

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: rock, classical music, opera!

Books: classic, science, history

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've traveled extensively by hitchhiking through Turkey, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia. 🤘🏿

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy learning something new every time 🤩 I can share my stories and my country’s culture, especially Turkish hospitality, traditional food, tea rituals, local music, and the strong sense of community that connects people across generations ✌🏻

What I Can Share with Hosts

🚶🏻‍♂️ I can share real travel stories from hitchhiking across Turkey and Central Asia, good conversations, and a calm, respectful presence. i love introducing people to Turkish culture, our hospitality, tea traditions, food, and the way we connect through long talks. I’m always happy to help around the house, cook a simple Turkish meal, or just exchange experiences and listen.

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

Norway, Turkey