My name is Hoang Gia The (or Jade), from Vietnam. I am studying Master Degree in Business Administration at Padova University, Italy. My favourite quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams” - First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt.

I would like to have memorable times when I am in Europe, to know more about its' people and culture and to share my country's beauty and culture. I used to host more than 20 people from many different countries. I believe that the more we understand each other, the more beautiful the world is.

I would choose “warm-hearted”, “creative” and “responsible” to share about my characteristics. I have been interested in youth activities and have always been the leader for numerous events and campaigns.

In August 2014, I set up and opened The Keys English Speaking Café in Danang, Vietnam, a special social café aiming to build an exciting and inspiring environment in which both Vietnamese and foreigners can get connected, exchange culture, make friends and learn social skills from each other through open sharing. The Keys concept has a little bit of something for everyone who is willing to share and eager to learn. I may say The Keys reflects my personality.

In July 2016, I decided to study abroad to know more about this world. I expect that this time will provide me life-time opportunities to introduce the Vietnam’s cultural beauties to international friends as well as to learn from them. I am deeply convinced that it also contributes to my personal growth and brings benefits and love to the people I meet at many other places around this flat world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I keep a strong belief that this flat world is greater if people understand more and more about others.
I used to host a about 20 people from different countries. I like to share though about many fields. My parents also love the CS friends who stayed with me at my house.
I like to host someone who have opened mind and friendly.

Interests

I love volunteer work. I always looking forward opportunity to do voluntary job oversea.
I love guitar.
I love riding around the city, enjoy daily life.
I love do something crazy.

• volunteer work
• guitar
• reading books

Music, Movies, and Books

The Fountainhead, Westlife songs.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Holding "Calling the blue dream" concert to collecting money for the poor with the amount of money up to 6000 euros when I was 21 years old. It came to my mind suddenly. Thanks God, I had wonderful friends in a team helping me making it.

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach English for young students.
I'm learning guitar & ukulele.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Special dishes from Vietnam

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, France, Italy, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Switzerland, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Viet Nam