CURRENT MISSION To keep smiling, stay open, and let the next adventure surprise me! ABOUT ME I’m someone who finds deep joy in connecting with people, exploring the world through solo travel, photography, music, and meaningful conversations. I’m curious, reflective, open-minded, and always trying to learn — about others and about myself. Traveling has helped me grow in so many ways: it’s pushed me out of my comfort zone, opened my heart, and taught me how much we all have in common beneath the surface of culture, language, or background. I believe in kindness, in living simply and sincerely, and in bridging the gaps between people. I see travel not just as an adventure, but as a way of making the world feel smaller and more familiar — one conversation, one shared meal, or one laugh at a time. I’ve traveled solo to several countries and really enjoy the freedom, spontaneity, and childlike wonder that come with it. I’ve also had the chance to host people from all over the world — each time learning something new, and often making friends for life. You’ll often find me biking around town, reading a good book, journaling, taking photos, or listening to a good music. I’m also passionate about languages and love listening to people share stories from their corner of the world. Above all, I try to live with intention and heart. And I believe that when we meet with open minds and open hearts, we make this world just a little bit better. PHILOSOPHY I believe in living with intention, kindness, and courage. That fear, hatred, and intolerance divide us — and love, curiosity, and understanding bring us closer. That freedom begins within, and when we free ourselves from limiting thoughts, we can truly connect with others. I believe every person we meet has something to teach us. That standing up for what you believe in — even when you're alone — is powerful. That small, gentle actions can shake the world. And that when we deeply want something, life has a way of helping us find our path.
CURRENT MISSION To be the person my dog already thinks I am. ABOUT ME I'd like to think that my friends would say that I am kind, generous, thoughtful and forgiving. They might also say that I am funny and quirky with a strong sense of social justice. Saying that, you'd really have to ask them, they are in my friend's section. :) PHILOSOPHY Be kind to everyone, especially in those moments when it seems hard to do.
***[not available to host Sept 2-7; Sept 9-16; Sept 18-20; Sept 25-27; Oct 2-4; Oct 10-12]*** Hello there, bonjour! I've made Ottawa🇨🇦 my home for 25 years and love the city. Currently living in a well-located apartment in Centretown, about a 15-minute walk from Parliament Hill and close to many points of interest. My day job is writing government speeches.🖊 Former host of progrock/jazz music program La Villa Strangiato on CHUO 89.1 FM. (RIP) (www.facebook.com/lavillachuofm) I'm usually available on evenings and sometimes on weekends. And while I like to run when the weather is nice, 🏃 I’m a passionate indoorsman when it gets cold around here 🥶. Ottawa hot tip:🔥 museums are free on Thursday evenings between 5-8pm. (Canadian Museum of Nature, Canadian Museum of History, National Gallery of Canada, Canadian War Museum, etc.) What else — I can recommend where to hear the best live music 🎶 in town. Most of all, I'm ready to host you! Hosted CS guests from: 🇺🇸🇺🇦🇮🇳🇨🇱🇫🇷🇨🇦🇬🇧🇲🇾🇦🇹🇵🇱🇩🇪🇧🇪🇲🇽🇨🇳🇸🇰🇳🇱🇰🇷🇸🇪🇧🇷🇹🇷🇻🇳🇾🇪🇮🇹🇪🇸🇨🇭🇦🇷🇷🇴🇨🇿🇷🇺🇵🇭🇫🇮🇹🇼🇦🇺🇬🇷🇫🇴🇸🇮🇨🇴🇮🇷🇩🇰🇩🇿🇨🇷🇮🇪🇦🇿🇪🇨🇱🇻🇺🇬🇹🇭🇯🇲🇰🇿🇸🇬🇳🇿🇳🇬🇯🇵🇬🇪🇩🇴🇧🇭🇮🇲🇮🇱🇹🇳🇺🇾🇵🇪🇴🇲🇨🇩🇧🇬🇭🇳🇧🇳🇮🇩🇵🇹🇳🇴🇭🇺🇲🇦🇸🇩🇳🇵🇲🇹🇦🇱🇲🇰🇪🇬🇱🇧🇦🇪🇨🇺🇱🇹🇿🇦🇰🇪🇹🇿🇸🇦🇲🇩🇸🇾🇲🇪🇪🇪🇦🇲🇲🇶🇲🇴🇭🇰🇧🇩🇷🇸🏴🇵🇦🇹🇹🇵🇰🇸🇳 Surfed with CS hosts in: 🇨🇦🇺🇸🇨🇿🇭🇺🇫🇷🇧🇪🇫🇮🇦🇹🇭🇷🇷🇸🇧🇬🇹🇷🇷🇴🇩🇰🇳🇱🇸🇪🇦🇱🇲🇪🇲🇰🇬🇷🇸🇮🇸🇰🇬🇧🏴🇮🇱🇵🇸🇯🇴🇴🇲🇦🇪🇲🇽🇪🇪🇱🇻🇱🇹🇵🇱
I'm from Morocco, new at CS, not a lot of references but trust me I don't bite😇, most of the time 😈😂
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