Hey there! I’m Faruk, a professional couch potato with a penchant for adventure. I’ve mastered the art of traveling light—by only packing snacks and a good book. When I’m not exploring new places, you can find me experimenting in the kitchen (results may vary) or trying to convince my cat that I’m the one in charge.

I love meeting new people, sharing travel stories, and having spirited debates about important topics, like whether pineapple belongs on pizza (spoiler: it doesn’t!). I believe that every good trip starts with a sense of humor and a little spontaneity. Let’s swap stories over coffee or hit the local spots together. Who knows? You might just get a taste of my latest culinary experiment!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Find other travellers at the same destination.

Interests

Skii, travel, martial arts, BBQ, pub crawling, bachata.

• dancing
• bachata
• bbq
• pub crawls
• sports
• boxing
• martial arts
• language exchange
• bars
• mma
• diving
• muay thai
• meeting new people
• kickboxing
• barbecue
• meetups
• parachuting
• grappling
• pc gaming

Music, Movies, and Books

Ana Mena

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One amazing thing I’ve done? Well, I’ve jumped out of a perfectly good airplane while parachute jumping—because who wouldn’t want to experience gravity in a more dramatic way? And then there’s my diving escapade, where I discovered that fish are surprisingly judgmental about human swimming styles. I’m pretty sure they were critiquing my form! So, if you’re looking for someone who has literally taken the plunge (and survived to tell the tale), I’m your person!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Culinary Experiments: Share a simple recipe or cook a meal together.
Travel Stories: Tell your funniest or most memorable travel mishaps.
Local Insights: Offer tips on hidden gems or must-try activities.
Games: Bring a fun board or card game to play together.
Cultural Exchange: Share stories or traditions from your background.
Music Playlist: Create and share a playlist of your favorite songs.
Random Skills: Show off a quirky talent, like juggling or telling bad jokes.
Photos/Souvenirs: Share pictures or unique souvenirs with their stories.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Poland, Spain, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands, Turkey