Hey there! I'm Malavika, a 24-year-old adventurer from India with a passion for travel writing and exploring the world’s hidden corners. Over the past few years, I've journeyed through Europe, Canada, and Central and East Asia, and now I'm back in India, eager to uncover more of Asia. I'm drawn to offbeat experiences and love the kind of travel that challenges me—pushing me to learn, grow, and come home with stories worth sharing.

My heart belongs to beaches and cities, where I can dive into diverse cultures, food, and local vibes. Growing up in India, I live and breathe our country’s rich heritage, so if you're curious about our food, culture, or unique spots off the beaten path, I’m your go-to guide!

I'm also a big foodie, always on the lookout to try new cuisines and flavors. And while I might be a storyteller at heart, I’m also pretty active—I’m into yoga, and I keep myself busy with tennis, badminton, and squash. But what I love most is meeting people, swapping stories, and making memories. Whether it's sharing travel tips or just having a laugh, I’m all about creating great vibes and keeping conversations fun and fresh.

If you want to peek into my travel life, you’ll find me on Instagram at @malavika._.ranjan.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I believe real travel happens through people and their cultures. Couchsurfing gets me closer to the locals and allows me to experience a city through their perspective, which I think is beautiful. I learn a bit of their culture, language and I get to share my culture from India in return. I am also someone open to new experiences and CS is the best place to be. The relationships we build don't last a lifetime, but their impact sure does! I believe a small space in the host's accommodation can make a world of a positive impact on my journey.

Besides, over the last 4 years, I have made some genuine life-long relationships through Couchsurfing and have full faith in the miracles of true connections and travel.

Interests

• beaches
• food
• parties
• cities
• outdoor
• bicycles
• pasta

Music, Movies, and Books

Favourite Music: Bollywood music (from India)
Movies: Eat, Pray, Love | Into the Wild

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've changed cities every 2 years of my life. Guess I was born to travel?

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach Yoga, cooking Indian food, or how NOT to use Google maps (since I am always lost)
I can learn about your culture or anything you have to offer really
I can share a lot about my culture, travel stories and even cook you an Indian meal (if you don't mind the spices)

What I Can Share with Hosts

1. My time going around the city
2. Drinks and dinner

Besides these, a lot of stories and can be a great listener too.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, France, India, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, France, India