Lisbon native, now based in sunny Algarve. Married, dad, sailor, and memory collector. For me, Couchsurfing and traveling are the ultimate ways to connect with the world.

We are Nia and Paulo, a couple passionate about dance, art, and well-being. Together, we founded Funun Al-Gharb, a multifaceted project that expands into five main areas: - Funun Al-Gharb Studio: where we bring dance and movement to life, promoting fluidity and lightness through classes and workshops. - Funun Al-Gharb Therapy: Focused on integral well-being with holistic therapies blended with my own method, Nia. - Funun Al-Gharb Aqarat (Real Estate): A department dedicated to property management and operations, where we give maximum customer service with the slogan: "Properties Pass. Bonds Last." - Funun Al-Gharb Writing: A space for our passion for literature, creating books for different audiences, Brejo Magazine, and Book Publishing, as the publishing house. - Funun Al-Gharb Store: Where we offer products with designs that reflect our artistic essence and original, unique handcrafted pieces. Our latest innovation is the studio rental for **Co-Working**, offering a versatile space for those seeking a moment of creativity and productivity. You can find our main business on social media by searching @estudio.funun.al-gharb or on our personal profile @pauloynia. As versatile and self-taught entrepreneurs, we are expanding our business through partnerships. Perhaps you'll find a foundation for growth together at Funun Al-Gharb? Search: www.pauloenia.com Beyond the work that consumes us, we love exploring new cultures, meeting inspiring people, and creating moments of genuine sharing. We believe that every encounter is an opportunity for learning and growth, both personally and professionally. Whether it's dancing, relaxing, chatting, or simply exchanging ideas, we're here to make the experience enriching. We don't watch television, especially the news, because it usually focuses only on sad situations that depress us. We prefer to watch movies or series from other cultures. This is how we grow as people and also in our languages. We watch many Turkish, Mexican, Indian, Italian, Spanish, and many other series, which seem to have a captivating story, where we can learn something that uplifts us. A street concert, a neighborly gathering, a walk by the sea, watching planes take off and land, or having a coffee in a cozy place are all welcome moments. And we love the feeling of the wind on our faces while riding our motorcycles. We don't have routines, so there's no set time to eat or sleep, or read or work. Some days we play outdoor sports or simply stroll around our beautiful city. In our culture, when we meet someone or simply bump into a friend, family member, or even a coworker, we greet them with two kisses on the cheek. And, in more intimate moments, we prefer to greet them with a hug. So when we meet, you're very likely to receive a hug. Don't be surprised. A hug has a therapeutic effect that renews the soul. Take advantage of them, they're free.

***LETS MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE *** I'm not gay and I'm not a nudist. I am tolerant of gay people, but please respect that I am heterosexual and do not try asking me if "I am also a nudist", please. Please read my whole profile, including the 'My Home' section before sending a request. Requests sent in a rush will be detected and not approved. ABOUT ME Peace 🕊 and Love ❤️; Honesty and Integrity 🦁; Balance between Materialism and Spirituality ☯️; Personality: - Positive, friendly, calm/zen/meditative, curious, appreciate simple pleasures; - Community/socially conscious, charitable; - Romantic/Family-oriented; - Lover of Nature, physically active; - Professional/Ambitious. Above all I believe that happiness comes a combination of various different sources besides just money - which is of course important - and that it's important to not overcomplicate one's mind in order to feel happier. ------- Quotes I like: "Good times make weak people; Weak people make hard times; Hard times make strong people; Strong people make good times." "Never argue with an idiot. They will drag you down to their level and destroy you at their game." - Mark Twain "Be the change you want to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi "You've got to get tough without ever losing your tenderness." - Che Guevara

Current Mission Visiting all countries in the world. About Me I don't deal well with stress, noise and crowds. From time to time I need to regain my own space for a couple of hours which is not usually a problem as I always find a way to get it peacefully. I traveled for the first time when I was 39, and since then I have become addicted. I am basically a bitter fellow, definitely not funny, who likes to think about the world and its people, which results in... being opinative. Apart from that, I tend to offer good hospitality and tell interesting [not my words] traveling and CS stories. Philosophy Presently, I'm aiming to have a good life: enjoying each day as a bless.