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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
@zoe-zhang-8
Membro dal 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.
Interessato a Istruzione
Interessato a Lingue
Fluente in Inglese
Sta imparando Coreano
Perché sono su 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 :)
Musica, film e libri
Reading books is really a fantastic thing. Music can relax yourself as well as wonderful movies.
Una cosa straordinaria che ho fatto
With 72 yuan I travelled 2 cities. And amazing things always happened to me.
Insegna, Impara, Condividi
I enjoy learning from people who are thoughtful, curious, and open-minded.
Cosa posso offrire agli host
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.
I miei interessi
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.