Hi!! My name is Michael, but my friends call me Lalo and you can too!!!
I am from Costa Rica, but I am currently living in France working as an instructional designer.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am in this platform because I like its principle, I believe that traveling becomes more pleasing when you can be able to have authentic experiences with the locals, as well as the opportunity to meet new people and make great new friends.

Interests

• running
• rugby
• swimming
• beaches
• travelling
• nature
• bike riding
• beach volleyball
• foreign languages
• foreign cultures

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to a bit of everything — from the classics to the latest trends and hits, whether it’s mainstream or alternative. I like keeping up with what’s new but I also enjoy discovering timeless pieces.
Lately, I’ve been getting into classic movies since I was never a big film person before, and it’s been fun catching up. The same goes for books — after studying literature, I think I reached my reading limit for a while, so it’s not something I do that often these days.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One of the most defining experiences of my life was deciding to leave university during my first master when I realized the path I was on wasn’t right for me. It wasn’t easy, but it taught me a lot about courage, self-awareness, and the importance of following your own rhythm — even when it goes against expectations.

Teach, Learn, Share

If you want to practice your Spanish, English or French, I am your guy! I love to teach. I consider myself as a really curious person, I also like to learn languages, and I like to practice each time there's the occasion, but generally I'm really open to new activities and hobbies.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversations, stories from my travels, and a real interest in connecting beyond small talk. I love talking about a variety of topics, and I’m a good listener and I like to share experiences with humor and honesty.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Costa Rica, Croatia, England, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, France