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Istanbul Province, Republic of Türkiye
@ertugrulbastug
Membro desde 2017
"I started my journey back in 2016 with nothing but a backpack and a small budget, just wanting to see a few new places. A few years later, I found myself having explored almost all of Asia. When Covid hit, I got stuck in Taiwan, but I didn't want to just wait around. Since traveling was no longer an option, I decided to get back into football—something I had played before—and it took off in a great direction. I ended up staying there for 6 years, eventually playing at a professional level. Now, I’ve moved back to Turkey to continue my career here. I’m still a traveler at heart, and I love meeting new people, sharing experiences, and learning new things while I’m based here. Whether I'm on the road or hosting someone, connecting with fellow travelers always makes me happy. I've seen the world on a budget and I've played on professional fields, and I’m always up for a good conversation about any of it."
Interessado em Esportes Radicais
Interessado em Animais
Fluente em Inglês
Fluente em Turco
Por que estou no Couchsurfing
I’ve been on the move since 2016, and after seeing so many different cultures,especially during my 6 years in Taiwan I’ve realized that the people you meet are what actually make the journey worth it. Now that I’m back in Turkey and building my future here, I want to keep that international spirit alive. I’m on here to share the lessons I've learned from the road, hear about your life stories, and have those real, authentic conversations that you just can't get from a guidebook. For me, it’s all about the exchange of energy and experiences.
Música, Filmes e Livros
Linkin Park, Metallica,Tom Odell, Solomun, Miyagi,
Uma Coisa Incrível Que Já Fiz
I was hitchhiking from Bangkok to Phuket and got into a truck with a guy who spoke zero English. It was late, pitch black, and we ended up in the middle of a forest. Suddenly, he pulls out his phone and starts showing me photos of guns... I swear, I thought I was done! I was literally ready to jump out of the moving car. But then, we stop at a small house. An old lady and some kids come out with big smiles. Turns out, the guy was just showing me his 'hobby' and taking me to his family's place because he didn't want me to be stranded in the dark. We ended up eating together and laughing all night without even speaking the same language. It really showed me that you shouldn't let fear get in the way of meeting good people.
Ensinar, Aprender, Compartilhar
I’ve been on the road since 2016, so I can definitely teach you how to travel the world on a budget and share all the practical hacks I’ve picked up along the way. I love passing on what I’ve learned from different cultures and hearing about your own life experiences. I’m mostly here to share stories, have a good laugh, and learn about your local way of life.
O Que Posso Oferecer aos Hosts
I can share my 10 years of budget travel experience and stories from living in Taiwan for 6 years. I'm also happy to help with chores around the house and share some good vibes over a coffee or a drink.
Meus Interesses
Hitchhiking, Budget Travel, Travel Storytelling, Exploring Hidden Gems, Meeting New People, Street Food, Photography, Socializing, Local History, Personal Styling.