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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
@zoe-zhang-8
Membre depuis 2016
Hi, I’m Jiayan. I recently moved into a new home in Shanghai and decided to start a small life experiment: hosting travelers and interesting people from different parts of the world. I’m someone who enjoys meaningful conversations, personal growth, and discovering different ways of living. Professionally I work in business for a global company, and outside of work I’m also involved in some community and NGO-related activities, especially around women’s empowerment and sustainability. I believe everyone carries a unique life story, and I’m always curious to learn how others see the world. A Few Fun Facts About Me • I’m very curious about people and their life stories. • I appreciate simple moments — good conversations, a walk in nature, or a meaningful book. • I’m always interested in learning how people from different cultures see the world.
Intéressé(e) par Éducation
Intéressé(e) par Langues
Courant en Anglais
En train d'apprendre Coréen
Pourquoi je suis sur Couchsurfing
When I traveled abroad before, I was very lucky to have local friends who showed me their cities, their culture, and their everyday life. Those experiences made my trips much richer and more human. Now that I have my own place, I’d love to pass that experience on. I see hosting not just as offering a place to stay, but as opening a small window into each other’s lives. Maybe we explore the city, have a thoughtful conversation, or simply share stories about our journeys. I’m also curious to see what kind of unexpected encounters life might bring through hosting. 🌳 Expectations: Because I’m a female host and value a comfortable living environment, for now I only host female guests. However, I’m always open to meeting interesting people for coffee, walks, or conversations. If you stay with me, I hope you are: 🌱 Clean and respectful of shared spaces. 🌱 Kind, open, and communicative. 🌱 Someone who enjoys genuine cultural exchange. Hosting is not just accommodation for me — it’s about sharing life for a short moment. 🌳 My Home Vibe My home is calm, simple, and comfortable. It’s a place where you can relax after exploring the city, have a good conversation, or enjoy some quiet time. I also respect personal space — if you prefer quiet time or independent exploration, that’s completely fine too. 🌳 Questions for Guests To make sure we are a good match, please include answers to these when you send a request: 1️⃣ What brings you to Shanghai, and what are you curious to experience here? 2️⃣ Tell me a little about something meaningful in your life right now. (It could be a project, a passion, or something you are learning.) 3️⃣ What kind of conversations do you enjoy having with people you meet while traveling? If you send a request, please include the word “curious traveler” so I know you read the profile :)
Musique, films et livres
Reading books is really a fantastic thing. Music can relax yourself as well as wonderful movies.
Une chose incroyable que j'ai faite
With 72 yuan I travelled 2 cities. And amazing things always happened to me.
Enseigner, apprendre, partager
I enjoy learning from people who are thoughtful, curious, and open-minded.
Ce que je peux offrir à mes hôtes
If you stay with me, I’d be happy to share: 🌕 My daily life and perspective on living in Shanghai. 🌕 Local spots and authentic places in Shanghai and nearby areas. 🌕 Conversations about work, life choices, and personal growth. 🌕 Stories from my experiences in community work, women’s empowerment, and sustainability initiatives. I enjoy learning from people who are thoughtful, curious, and open-minded. When I travel and stay with a host, I truly appreciate the trust and generosity behind opening someone’s home. As a guest, I try to bring: 🌕 A respectful and considerate presence 🌕 Interesting conversations and cultural exchange 🌕 Stories from my experiences and life in consulting and NGO initiative 🌕 Curiosity and openness toward different ways of living And of course, if you ever come to Shanghai one day, I’d love to return the kindness and show you around.
Mes centres d'intérêt
Outside of work, I enjoy a mix of curiosity, learning, and quiet exploration. Reading I enjoy books about psychology, philosophy, personal growth, and the different ways people design their lives. Conversations I love thoughtful conversations — about culture, life paths, work, ideas, and the choices people make. Nature & exploration I enjoy being in nature, taking walks, and traveling to places that offer a different rhythm of life. Community & impact I sometimes organize or participate in community initiatives related to women’s empowerment and sustainability. In general, I’m curious about how different people choose to live their lives.