Hi, I’m Rémy — Couchsurfer since 2012!
🕰️ It’s been a loooong time, and Couchsurfing has become a big part of my life ❤️

I’ve been a Couchsurfing Ambassador for a few years now, and I know the ins and outs of the community. I’ve hosted many travelers from all over the world — and guess what? No horror stories, no drama, just great connections and fun memories!

Here’s a short documentary about me and Couchsurfing made by a well-known French YouTuber (yes, I’m famous now — kind of):
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=midGUczRbvw&t=1412s&pp=2AGEC5ACAQ%3D%3D

Curious about the Ambassador program?
What’s an Ambassador? Here’s a quick explanation: https://bit.ly/2Oyd0Mv
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Let’s clear this up right away:
🛋️ Couchsurfing is NOT a dating app.
⚠️ I’m not a nudist. I will never ask you to share my bed.
If I say yes, it’s a real yes — you can count on me. I take hosting seriously and I treat guests with kindness and respect. 🫶

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My Instagram: https://instagram.com/catalarem
Don’t hesitate to check it too and to write me there too!

Here you have some important informations:

A bit about my place & lifestyle:
I recently moved from Toulouse to Paris — and yes, I live in the city, not in the suburbs! I’m near Ménilmontant metro station (Line 2) — super easy to reach.

I’m the proud owner (and designer) of my apartment — a classic 1880s Parisian flat with original floors, fireplaces, and wood doors. It’s a real taste of 19th-century French bourgeois style. Very ooh la la.

Important info for guests:
• I no longer host for just one night — sorry, but changing sheets and organizing keys for 12 hours isn’t practical.
• You’ll get your own set of keys 🔑
• If I have time, I love to give my guests a little tour of the city!
• I usually invite people to eat with me and my friends, or go out — I host people like I’d host a friend.
• I work from 8 AM to 6 PM on weekdays, but I’ve got backup solutions for key handovers (like a keybox if you have references!).

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Please don’t use Couchsurfing like a free hotel.
If your request doesn’t even mention Paris or any personal message, it’s likely a “no.”

Example of a bad request:

“I found cheap tickets on my way to Amsterdam and need a place to crash.”
That’s not what CS is about.

I don’t need gifts or souvenirs — but leaving a reference is the minimum, and it means a lot!

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A bit more about me:
I’m French, passionate about languages, history, and cultural differences — I love deep conversations about how people live around the world, so don’t be shy!

I used to be a freelance Art Director (graphic designer), but life took me on a wild ride…

After selling my family’s bedding company in Toulouse (yep, beds — soft ones!), I stayed in the industry and now work as the Marketing Director of a large company with around 180 employees. Big change, same energy!

I’ve worn many hats in life. I studied in several top Parisian art schools, then worked for over 2 years as an Art Director at an agency called Milky, before co-founding a small design studio with a friend:
Mascotte+ — mascotteplus.fr

I also launched:
• Dreamy Beds — dreamy.cc (an online bedding company)
• SPARTED — sparted.com (mobile learning apps)
• Casimex — casimex.fr (food products and more)
• Oh Yes Drinks! — ohyesunlimited.com (refreshing drinks)

I’m a hard worker, but don’t worry — I will make time to hang out, show you the city, or share a meal if our schedules align.

I love traveling solo and discovering the world when I can. And honestly? I often end up visiting my former guests — if we click, maybe I’ll be asking you to host me someday! Who knows?

Oh, and I also lived and worked in Barcelona, so I speak French, English, Spanish and Catalan — happy to chat in any of those!

Feel free to reach out with any questions — I’m always up for a good conversation.

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Just to show you I am "real":

My website: http://remy.paris
My Instagram: https://instagram.com/catalarem
My Facebook: http://facebook.com/catalarem
My twitter: http://twitter.com/catalarem
My Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/remymedard

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because hosting people for free is better.
Airbnb sucks ;)

Interests

Graphic design, internet, New technologies, arts, useless objects, etc...

• arts
• architecture
• graphic design
• languages
• france
• paris
• catalan

Music, Movies, and Books

BDs / comics (Nicolas de Crecy, Clowes, Craig thompson...)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Opening a Couchsurfing account!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm offering my sofa, it’s in the living room, you will have you own privacy! :) 🛋️

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, San Marino, Scotland, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Finland, France, Spain