Mainly because I really enjoy meeting new people. But also because I believe the best way to explore a new place is through locals - they allow you to understand their culture much better as well.

Music: It depends on the environment, mood or vibe...pop/rock, indie, folk, reggae, reggaeton, jazz, classical music. Movies: Amelie, About Time, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, 500 Days of Summer, Big Fish, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Her, Across the Universe, HappyThankYouMorePlease, Life is Beautiful, Interstellar, Les Miserables, Midnight in Paris, Prime, Inception, Ex-Machina, Inside Out, Avatar, The Emperor's New Groove, ... Books: My favorite topics at the moment are education, innovation, globalization, neuroscience in education, creativity, social entrepeneurship, international development and health. However, I'm always open for recommendations. Three books that had a great impact in my life/career choice: Como agua para chocolate by Laura Esquivel, Basta de historias by Andrés Oppenheimer and Why love matters: how affection shapes a baby's brain by Sue Gerhardt.