I was born and raised in a beautiful ancient town from the west coast of Turkey ( Bergama/İzmir) I studied Bacholers degree in Istanbul and worked for for 10 years in this big city; I worked 8 years as an industrial designer for international projects in academia and commercial areas.

I have travelled nearly all Mediterranean coast of Turkey. I am a kind of solo traveller. I've met people from all around the world and I learnt from cultures, traditions and real stories of inspiring people. I tend to do anything that I feel vibes. I am interested in social inclusion projects, permaculte enthusiast , and civilization history lover. I am engaged with volunteering and solidarity projects in my hometown afetr COVID-19 shocking times (2019-2023)

I moved to Canada in September 2023, seeking settle down in BC for next years. I wasted by a great Canadian family for 7 months while helping with hobby farm tasks. I have been living alone in the city of Vancouver since 2024. Looking for meaningful connections and friendships.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I believe that I can learn something from any person. one word, one sentence, one experience. I share my own experiences about travelling, culture and life with CS members. If you feel the same and have the same spirit, why don't you hang out with me? I am a friendly, joyful and open-minded guy. I like sharing with people, cooking and having time.

I travelled a lot in European countries while hosted by nice hosts from CS. I felt grateful for my welcoming hosts so far. I am glad to hear about Vancouver visitors and their short terms stays.

Interests

I had been volunteering in the field of ecology for the association in Poland for one year After one year volunteering in Europe, my experience changed my mind in my hometown after COVID-19 . I was volunteering for the Social Good Association and organizing solidarity projects with the volunteers. I have founded Pergamon Permaculture community for rural studies in our family farm. I host international volunteers (WWOOF, Workaway) campers, or groups, in my own area, where I live in an off grid house. Supporting local community with experiential learning and permaculture workshops.

• culture
• design
• swimming
• history
• volunteering
• nature
• adventure
• cuisine

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Cyndi Lauper, Tina Turner, Donna Summer
Books: Yaşar Kemal, Susanna Tamaro, Erich Fromm
Movies: Zorba, Fight Club, Rembetiko

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Swimming on the Bosphorus in Istanbul at night

Participating in a long term volunteering project witha gap year after working for 5 years as a professional designer

Hitchhiking on the Aegean coast of Turkey during teenager times

Touring with my 115cc scooter along with long distances over 1600 km

Establishing a new life after 35 years old in British Columbia

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach Turkish
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I can share my food and kitchen.
I can learn new languages and cultures.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, Poland, Sweden, Turkey, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Poland, Turkey