Hi! I’m Melissa from Malaysia 🇲🇾~I am an active person, easygoing and open-minded as well. I just completed my medical degree and before starting my career, I decided to explore a bit through travelling and couchsurfing~ I am new to this platform but have experiences of being hosted for cultural exchange program in the US. I love discovering new cultures, meeting people from different backgrounds and trying local food everywhere I go! I am joining couchsurfing because I believe the best way to explore a place is through the people who live there!!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to meet people and learn from their cultures + create meaningful connections. I think couchsurfing allows me to experience the world not just through places, but through the people who live there.

Interests

I’m passionate about traveling, exploring new places and connecting with people through culture, food and stories. I enjoy photography, festivals, hiking, being in nature, backpacking, cooking, baking and learning new things, especially languages. Volunteering, community events and even a casual game of volleyball are all things I love getting involved in.

• culture
• photography
• festivals
• cooking
• baking
• walking
• traveling
• hiking
• backpacking
• volleyball
• communications
• volunteering
• travel
• food
• nature
• learning languages
• learning new things
• exploring
• exploring new places
• community
• sharing stories
• events

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy all kinds of music, especially musicals like Hamilton and Phantom of the Opera.
For movies-I’m a fan of the James Bond 007 series and action-adventure films.
One of my favourite books is The Fault in Our Stars

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I participated in an cultural exchange program and had an unforgettable 6 months living with a host family. We shared stories, meals and traditions. It was a life-changing experience that truly opened my heart and mind to cultural connection.

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy swapping travel stories, learning new recipes and discovering local customs. I’m always open to learning something new, whether it’s a language, a skill or a new perspective on life. I’d also love to share my passion for cooking and travelong!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’d be happy to share stories from my travels, cook you a Malaysian meal, teach you Chinese or Malay and exchange cultural experiences. Whether it’s food, music or conversation as I believe sharing makes everything richer.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, China, France, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Malaysia, Taiwan, United States