Hi there!

My name is Elyas, and I live in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. I went to university in London, Ontario. Though I was not born in Canada, and I often find myself calling Toronto a second home. But home, for me, has always been a moving target. My new home is Vancouver, British Columbia.

Someone recently asked me how it feels to move from place to place especially when it’s not by choice. I told them that every time you leave a place behind, it takes a small piece of you with it. When people talk about feeling homesick, I sometimes wonder where exactly that home is. Maybe it’s because I was forced to leave my family and everything behind at a young age.

My adventure with Couchsurfing began at 17 during my first trip to India. This experience opened my world to amazing friendships, fascinating places, and incredible stories. I'm passionate about continuing this journey, discovering new cultures, and exploring new corners of the world.

I'm excited to meet new people, share experiences, and learn from each other's backgrounds. Looking forward to connecting with fellow travellers and hosts along the way!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on Couchsurfing not just to find a place to stay or to host people. My goal is to immerse myself in new experiences, explore different places, and meet fascinating people from around the world. I genuinely enjoy listening to your stories and learning about your background and culture. In return, I'd love to share my own experiences and adventures.

Couchsurfing provides a unique opportunity to connect on a deeper level with others, fostering meaningful friendships and cultural exchanges. If you decide to stay at my place, you'll find an open and welcoming environment where we can both learn and grow from our shared experiences.

Looking forward to meeting you and creating lasting memories together!

Interests

Books, Music, Movies

• photography
• education
• music
• learning languages
• reading books
• teaching languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Music, Movies & books

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In 2024, I drove from Vancouver, British Columbia to Toronto, Ontario, a memorable journey where I explored many cities and beautiful places along the way. In 2025, I made the return trip from Toronto to Vancouver, this time traveling through the United States. That adventure brought my total number of visited U.S. states to 20 so far.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach, learn, share

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am able to share my kitchen, living room, TV, and books.

Countries I’ve Visited

Egypt, Germany, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United States, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

Afghanistan, Canada, United States