Hi! I am from Ukraine, and my native city is Odesa. It is a wonderful place on the Black Sea coast with many sunny days a year.) The situation in my country contributed to the fact that I was forced to leave my country and move to Belgium. Therefore, since March 2022 I have been living in Brussels.

Before the war, I traveled a lot in my country. Now this is more difficult. However, I dream of seeing the whole world.

My native language is Ukrainian, I also speak Russian fluently, and after moving to Belgium I started learning English and French and some Spanish.

I have dedicated most of my life to volunteering. This activity inspires me a lot. I am also the organizer of many Ukrainian and international projects. Organizing events is my passion.

I love life, I am inspired by people, I appreciate harmony!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It is an opportunity to meet new people and get to know the world better

Interests

• music
• languages
• volunteering
• nature
• dance
• travaling
• good tea

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to different music. It all depends on my mood and place where I listen to music.

I prefer scientific literature, biography of people, international relationships, psychology, and everything to do with innovation.

I also like to watch movies, especially in the cinema.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

For me, it was the most incredible moment when, after a long journey through the Ukrainian mountains, our group of tourists stopped to spend the night in a hotel, which was located at 2000 m above sea level. And at dawn, all the mountains were covered with a thick white haze. This atmosphere created the feeling that we are at the highest point in the world

Teach, Learn, Share

Link to my Facebook https://www.facebook.com/irinka.orel

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can give a short tour in Brussels and show interesting places:)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, France, Hungary, Slovakia

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Ukraine