Hi! I’m Maryna, a Ukrainian originally from Kyiv. I’ve been living in Málaga, Spain for a year now with my husband, and I’m currently learning Spanish while working remotely as a project manager in a creative advertising agency.

I’m a very sociable, open-minded person who loves meaningful conversations, spontaneous adventures, and discovering the world through the eyes of locals. I’m passionate about culture, languages, and connecting with people from all walks of life.

In my daily life, I find balance through dancing (I’m in love with High Heels dance!) and practicing yoga – it helps me stay grounded and joyful in this unpredictable world.

Together with my husband, we enjoy traveling and discovering new places – we’ve visited Portugal, Andorra, Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, and recently explored several parts of Spain like Barcelona, Tenerife, and Santiago de Compostela. Separately, we’ve also been to Egypt, Greece, France, Luxembourg, and Belgium.

We’re both huge Formula 1 fans – last year we even attended the Austrian Grand Prix! So if you love F1 too, that’s an instant connection 😊

Interests
🌿 Hiking &nature walks
💃 High Heels dance
🧘‍♀️ Yoga & mindfulness
🎵 Live music & dancing
📷 Travel photography
🍷 Sharing meals & long talks
🏎 Formula 1
📚 Languages, cultures, storytelling

We are open to hosting travelers in our home in Málaga when our schedule allows. We know how much a kind host can mean on the road, and we’re happy to give that back 💛

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing for us is more than just a place to sleep – it’s a chance to get closer to the soul of a country by meeting real people and sharing everyday life and stories.

We deeply value cultural exchange, and Couchsurfing gives us a unique opportunity to connect with open-hearted people from all around the world. Every encounter is a chance to learn something new, broaden our worldview, and make genuine memories.

Interests

• traveling
• hiking
• sports
• dance
• cinematography
• boardgames
• formula 1
• long talks

What I Can Share with Hosts

We love sharing stories from our travels and life in Spain. If you're curious, we’re also happy to talk about Ukrainian culture, our country’s beauty, and even the current war situation — we believe that empathy and awareness matter.

We can teach you some fun and useful Ukrainian or Spanish phrases, cook a simple Ukrainian dish, or just spend time chatting over coffee or wine.

And, of course, if you're an F1 fan — let’s talk circuits, teams, and unforgettable races!

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Portugal

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain