Hello there! I am Honza. I come from the Czech Republic.
I used to be a student until not long ago and I still feel like one.
I am also a traveler and musician.

I am interested in international relations. I am fascinated how countries and people shape each other's history, present and future.

I also play piano and Czech traditional "cimbál". For more than 15 years I have played in traditional music band Kubalovci. www.kubalovci.cz. We have travelled around Europe and visited the Philippines to share the Czech culture.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am one of those Couchsurfers who loves meeting people, learning new stuff, exploring new countries and experiencing diferent cultures. When Couchsurfing I seek for people to exchange our experience and learn new apsects and perspectives of life.

Interests

Professional field: international relations, politics, modern history of countries, global issues.

Hobbies: Music - playing piano and dulcimer, sharing musical experience with others. Sport - I used to swim in a team for a long time. Now I prefer outdoor sports such as hiking, jogging, mountain biking, counquering summits, crosscountry and downhill skiing. I also enjoy team sports such as football and volleyball.

• culture
• dancing
• politics
• team sports
• traveling
• socializing
• music
• piano
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• skiing
• sports
• soccer
• volleyball
• swimming
• history
• international relations

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I love jazz (Bobby McFerrin, Chick Korea, Jammie Cullum, Bill Chalap, Oscar Peterson, Luis Armstrong, Richard Bona, and many others. I am also keen on classical music (it may sound boring, but it is not, I can show you why! :) ).

Books: I love reading. Apart from classical literature pieces I recently enjoy books about modern history and international relations, biographies and memoirs. Kissinger, Havel, Weisel, Albright, Bryson, Eco, Marquéz and others are on my list.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have done many mamzing things: Meeting my girlfriend, descovering CS, Canoying in Minnesota, Watching whales in the Atlantic ocean, Splashed by the Niagara river, Dancing a traditional Bollywood dance at an Indian wedding, Having a bath in the Dead sea, Eating black paella in Barcelona, Reaching the top of the Sears tower in Chicago.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can tell you a lot about Czech Republic, its people, traditions, politics, history and context of current events. I can also tell you about apsects governance in different countries around the world, especially in Northern America.

I can also share my music skills with you.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach you basics of piano or dulcimer if you have one. I will be happy to make some music with you if you wish to!

I am also always happy to share travel stories, pics, and any recommendations of places I have been to.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Israel, Laos, Luxembourg, Monaco, Montserrat, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Scotland, Slovakia, Spain, Swaziland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, Norway, Scotland, Spain

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