I have just completed my studies and work as a history teacher in Rotterdam. I'm an honest, optimistic and energetic person who always looks for new challenges and tries to inspire other people. I really love running which keeps my body and mind fit. Besides I have a great passion for history and culture and like to write, to read books and to explore new countries.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have been recommended by friends to try Couchsurfing as it offers great opportunities to learn to know local people and to build friendships on my travels. I really believe that through my true interest into other cultures, people around the world would appreciate my presence. And I would be very grateful for being their guest.

Interests

• culture
• running
• socializing
• music
• sports
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

Best book - The Warmth of Other Suns. It's a book telling the stories of Afro-Americans during the Great Migration in the US. It beautifully captures the struggles and personal achievements of these migrants in their lives that are really inspiring.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A three-week cycle holiday with my best friend in Italy in August 2012. Without specific training we covered about a distance of 1,000 KM despite the intense summer heat. The concept was very simple: starting in Florence, we cycled each day to another camping and along our way we visited beautiful cities and places. Everyday was a challenge and big surprise.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Israel, Netherlands