Hey! I’m Abu Gasim, an adventurous traveler, photographer, and social media creator. I was born in Iraq but currently live in Germany—though most of the time, I’m on the road, exploring new cultures, taking on challenges, and sharing my experiences with the world.

I love seeing the world from unusual perspectives. One example? I cycled from Germany all the way to Iraq—with just my tent, my camera, and a thirst for adventure. Along the way, I had incredible encounters with people who showed me true hospitality. One time, a stranger invited me into his home so I could shower, eat, and rest after days on the road. Moments like these have taught me that traveling isn’t just about places—it’s about people and their stories.

Why Couchsurfing?
I prefer staying with locals rather than in hotels. For me, traveling isn’t just about visiting a country—it’s about truly experiencing it through its people, food, and culture. I love sharing stories and learning from others along the way.

What I Bring:
– Experience in photography, videography, and social media
– Fluency in four languages: Arabic (native), German, English, and Turkish
– A passion for cooking—especially rice dishes with vegetables or meat
– Tons of travel stories and an open, adventurous spirit

If you’re up for exchanging perspectives on travel, I’d love to meet you!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To travel the world and meet new people

Interests

Psychology, Photography, Traveling and friends

• photography
• festivals
• traveling
• music
• sports
• archery
• languages
• psychology
• reporting

Music, Movies, and Books

Volare (Nel Blu di Pinto di Blu), The psychology book

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A trip around the world by bike

What I Can Share with Hosts

One room, kitchen and one Couch

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, India, Iraq, Italy, Lebanon, Malaysia, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Egypt, Germany, Iraq, Turkey