To meet new people and discuss about all and nothing. As a host, to renew the ancient tradition of hospitality. As a guest, because it's definitively the best way to travel, especially alone, and that's only marginally a question of budget. I really appreciate to share but please do not consider couchsurfing just as free hostel. So, some simple rules for travelers: - Be contactable, I consider a couchsurfer that goes out and come back when s/he wants as impolite - But also be independent, I no longer organize my schedule for couchsurfers (too many stand up), but you are usually welcome to join my activities Disclaimer : I accept requests based on a quick vibe/feeling but mostly my own mood, so if I reject your request there is nothing personal about it. And of course : Couchsurfing is not dating.

Books : My favorites are written by Italo Calvino, Dino Buzzati, Yukio Mishima, Herman Melville, Vladimir Nabokov, Mikhaïl Bougalkov, Philip K. Dick, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, John Fante, Charles Bukowski, Romain Gary/Emile Ajar, Egeune Ionesco, Ismael Kadare, ... Music : Quite eclectic (plug on fip) but always indie ! Movies : so much...