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Da Nang, Da Nang City, Vietnam
@elmira-tolegen
Membro dal 2015
Hello :) Iโm Elmira, someone who traded routine for the open road - chasing freedom, cultures, and the beauty of the unknown ๐๐ฟ Since I started working online, Iโve been on the road for almost 4 years now โ I guess you could call me a digital nomad ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ป. So far, Iโve visited 57 countries (and counting!). Alongside my travels, Iโm pursuing a PhD in International Journalism ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐. At the moment, Iโm back in the South East Asia and will be based in Danang for a while ๐๏ธ Iโm always open to new adventures โ if you have travel plans, thereโs a good chance Iโd be up for joining! My motto has always been: โgo wherever the wind takes me and see how it goes.โ I love being close to nature โ hiking, camping, or just road-tripping ๐๏ธ. One of my dreams is to get a camper van and drive across New Zealand or Australia someday ๐โจ. Originally, Iโm from Kazakhstan โ often called the heart of Eurasia or the land of great steppes. If youโd like to learn more about Central Asia, feel free to reach out! Iโd be happy to share culture, traditions, travel tips, and must-visit spots. And yes, Iโm very used to Borat jokes (especially the classic โmy wiiifeeโ ๐). But jokes aside โ Kazakhstan is an amazing place, I promise! Iโm very much looking forward to meeting you and hearing your travel adventures ๐งณ
Interessato a Sport d'avventura
Interessato a Giochi da tavolo
Fluente in Inglese
Sta imparando Tedesco
Perchรฉ sono su Couchsurfing
My main goal is to meet new people and build friendships all around the world :) CS has already given me some amazing friends, and Iโm always excited to make new ones along the way ๐ I have an experience of hosting people, and me and my family truly enjoyed it :)
Musica, film e libri
Music: Iโm into deep house, melodic techno, and EDM โ but Iโve also been to a few heavy metal concerts and honestly loved the energy ๐ค. Always up for music festivals! ๐ถ Books: I gravitate toward world classics and romantic/dramatic stories, though I donโt limit myself to one genre. I love reading anything that teaches me something new โ and Iโm always open to recommendations ๐. Movies: For me, itโs all about the combo of popcorn ๐ฟ and a good film. I have more than 20 favorites, so itโs impossible to pick just one :)
Una cosa straordinaria che ho fatto
I believe life is full of opportunities, and just being here is already an incredible gift. What makes me happiest is stepping outside my comfort zone and surprising myself with what I can do. Some of my favorite (and craziest) moments so far: conquering my deep-water fear by going surfing, diving, rafting on a kayak (I literally flew out but survived ๐ ), bungee jumping three times, paragliding, and a 4-day hike through the Georgian mountains in Mestia. On that same hike, I tried to save a puppy from a rushing river, unknowingly walked across a glacier until I heard the ice crack and rocks tumble (a brutal but unforgettable experience), and even got caught in a hailstorm at 2,700 meters โ those 30 minutes felt surreal ๐คช. Oh, and I once climbed a 35-meter rock wall ๐ง๐ปโโ๏ธ. As I always say: life is full of surprises, and I hope my list of adventures never stops growing. On top of that, Iโve also joined exchange programs abroad โ Erasmus+ in Romania in 2018 (some of the best times ever ๐) and another in Turkey back in 2014 :) Also I feel very grateful for the opportunity to encounter whales ๐ twice, seeing baby pandas ๐ผ swimming with sharks ๐ฆ I hope in the future I can meet kangaroos ๐ฆ and koalas ๐จ
Insegna, Impara, Condividi
CS is such a wonderful way to connect with like-minded people :) I genuinely enjoy deep conversations about anything and everything. I believe everyone deserves to be heard, and that naturally makes me a good listener. At the same time, I truly value and respect different perspectives โ they often teach me something new and broaden my own outlook :)
Cosa posso offrire agli host
Cultural exchange, sharing the knowledge and life experiences:)
I miei interessi
Iโm passionate about the outdoors โ hiking, camping, and pretty much anything that brings me closer to nature. I also enjoy martial arts (especially Jiu Jitsu; I used to practice Taekwondo) and Iโm always open to discovering new hobbies :) Iโm also into long-distance walking, yoga ๐งโโ๏ธ โ and on top of that, Iโm a beginner in surfing, bachata dancing, acroyoga and pole sports. Always curious to explore new activities and push my limits. As a true nomad at heart, I find a special joy in horse riding ๐โจ When I travel, I love visiting theme parks and aqua parks โ nothing makes my inner child happier ๐. I also enjoy exploring museums, historical sites, and joining walking tours to really get to know a place.