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Overview

  • 8 references 7 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English, French, Hebrew (modern); learning Czech
  • 35, Male
  • Member since 2025
  • Programmer
  • Computer Engineering
  • From Rishon LeZion, Central District, Israel
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About Me

French Israeli Mix 🇫🇷🇮🇱
Programmer and Investor 💻📈
World Traveller 🌍
Leading an active lifestyle🏋️

Living in the center of Prague (Prague 1),
close to Vodičkova street.

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Before you message me, let’s make sure we’re aligned.

I understand that traveling — and staying with strangers — can feel vulnerable at times. I want you to feel safe, respected, and at ease here. I genuinely enjoy cultural exchanges and meaningful conversations, and I always respect personal space and boundaries. I host with kindness and empathy, and I hope that shows from the references I’ve received.

That said, I’m not looking to host people who just want a place to sleep with little to no interaction. Couchsurfing, for me, is about being social, open-minded, and creating experiences that enrich both sides.

I’ve had some great guests, but also a few who treated my home like a free hotel. That’s why I now take a more mindful approach to choosing who I host.

Here’s what I expect from guests:

Basic hygiene — shower daily and avoid leaving dirty clothes lying around.

Respect for my space — keep things tidy and leave the apartment as you found it.

Independence — arrange your own meals, and have a travel plan. I have a busy schedule and appreciate guests who are self-sufficient. Please be aware that I don’t usually provide a spare key, so it’s important that we coordinate our schedules. In most cases, I’ll ask that you head out when I do, so the arrangement works best for surfers who are active and out discovering the city rather than staying in.

Cleanliness — if you use the kitchen or bathroom, please clean up after yourself.

Quiet hours — no loud music or noise after 22:00.

Appreciation — Couchsurfing isn’t transactional, but it is built on mutual respect. A small gesture, a shared meal or a little help — means a lot. Please let me know how you like to show appreciation. Actions speak louder than words.

After your stay, I'd really appreciate it if you could leave a reference. It helps me continue hosting and also supports the Couchsurfing community by keeping things transparent and reciprocal.

If all this sounds fair to you, include the words “White Ninja” in your message, so I know we’re on the same page. I’m generous and flexible with guests who bring positive energy and respect.

Looking forward to great connections!

‼️THANK YOU‼️

😀 My Hobbies:
Gym, Yoga, Meditation, Hiking, Travelling, Diving, Eating out at good restaurants, Reading Self Development books and of course - meeting new people and socializing.

🧠 What I know:
Pretty much all the good venues in Prague which include restaurants, attractions, spa/sauna and where to go for a good game of pool :)

🌍 My social circle:
I have friends from, and connections with, people from Russia, Ukraine, USA, Canada, England, France, Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Pakistan, India, Iran, Israel and of course Czech Republic.
I'm familiar with all of these cultures, especially Russian and Ukrainian as there are big communities in Israel from both countries.
So wherever you're from, if you're looking for people you might have something in common with or would like to learn more from, I could connect you with them if we vibe well. We could even go out with them if you'd like and if we will all have the time. But even if not, I'm always happy to make new acquaintances and learn about your culture as well.

🏝️🏜️🏕️ Some of my best travels:

¬ Costa Rica 🇨🇷 - Tortuguero, Arenal, Monte Verde and Manuel Antonio. Some of the most beautiful locations I've seen on Earth. The nature there is incredible and there are so many different species of animals that live all over the many micro-climates there. Can share many stories from there :)

¬ Montenegro 🇲🇪 - A small country in the Balkans with a lot of charm. Amazing nature. I visited Biogradska Gora, Durmitor National Park, drove through Trsa road, did zipline at Tara Bridge and ended the stay in the picturesque bay area of Kotor and Tivat.

¬ Thailand 🇹🇭 - Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Pai, Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, Khao Sok and Koh Samui. Don't really need to elaborate too much, they're all fantastic and the Thai people are very friendly and welcoming. Also, who can say no to wonderful beaches and 1 hour massage for 10 euros? :)

¬ Zanzibar 🇹🇿 - A truly unique location and my first experience in Africa. The locals were extremely warm and friendly and I still keep in touch with two of them. One of them is actually a Maasai warrior. I even participated in their cultural dance. I have many experiences I can share from there. That island has the most amazing beaches I've ever seen - just raw nature.

¬ Philippines 🇵🇭 - It has its beautiful locations, similar to Thailand. The highlight of the trip for me was the 5-day diving course which I took there. Will never forget that experience. Certified as an Adventure Diver now and would love to hear about good diving spots or experiences, if you know of any.

* If you'd like to know more about my travels, I post my experiences on Instagram: @jonathan.uziel13

🙏 What I can offer guests:
A clean and tidy apartment in the very center of Prague with a large comfortable sofa bed, interesting and engaging conversations, meeting up with my cool friends (some of which are also hosts on this app) and guiding you from time to time around the city if my schedule allows.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like meeting new people and learning about different cultures (no, seriously. There's a reason I travel so often).

I got introduced to this platform by friends who are also hosts and heard positive things. I also believe in helping people who enjoy travelling as much as I do, so that maybe we can share some stories and experiences.

Interests

  • books
  • sauna
  • technology
  • traveling
  • investing
  • cycling
  • hiking
  • swimming
  • physics
  • psychology
  • diving
  • gym
  • programming
  • finance
  • philosphy
  • yoga and meditation

Music, Movies, and Books

Books:

The Law of One
Rich Dad, Poor Dad
Thinking, Fast and Slow
The Power of Now
Atomic Habits
The Greatest Show on Earth

Movies:

Mostly Sci-fi, Action or Comedy.
I also enjoy a good series every now and then (Narcos, Breaking Bad, Squid Game, etc.)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Moved alone to a foreign country and found a new home for myself with many friends and established a solid business and lifestyle.

Also, some volunteer work that I'm currently involved in.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can discuss almost any topic...

Psychology, Spirituality, Science, History, Finance, Technology

Up to you what you would like to learn and share. I'll never force a topic you're not comfortable with or not interested in.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Montenegro, Netherlands, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Tanzania, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, Israel

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