We are a kind and open-minded Turkish family of four, living in beautiful Antalya. I’m a computer teacher, and my wife Melis is a medical secretary. We have two cheerful boys aged 6 and 7 — and a calm 9-year-old cat named Gölgem, who is very friendly with guests.

We love learning about different cultures and believe in the power of sharing. Our Couchsurfing experience is about connection, not free accommodation. We’re here to meet wonderful people, share what we have, and make friends from all over the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

We enjoy hosting travelers to learn about their cultures and show them the hospitality of a real Turkish family. Couchsurfing allows us to:
✨Share our language, food, and stories
✨Practice English and help others discover our culture
✨Teach our kids the value of kindness, openness, and curiosity

Interests

✨Traveling with family
✨Scuba diving
✨Cultural exchange
✨Cooking and eating local food
✨Learning languages
✨Hiking or seaside walking
✨Watching movies
✨Technology
✨Gardening

• hiking
• scuba diving
• diving
• meeting new people
• nature walks
• swim

Music, Movies, and Books

We enjoy watching movies (like Butterfly Effect and Match Point), listening to world music, and talking about life, education, travel, and parenting.
We also love technology, board games, hiking, and walking by the sea.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Raising two curious kids and opening our home to people from many different countries. Couchsurfing has turned strangers into friends for us!

Teach, Learn, Share

We can:
💫Share Turkish culture, food, and daily routines
💫Teach some Turkish words or local cooking tips
💫Learn about your country and culture
💫Practice English in a relaxed, friendly setting

What I Can Share with Hosts

✨A peaceful, family-friendly place to stay
✨Home-cooked meals and cultural exchange
✨Comfortable sleep setup (mattress/sofa + blanket & towel)
✨Hot tea, good talks, and sincere hospitality
✨Local tips and travel advice if you’re planning to explore Antalya

When we have time, we love showing our guests the best of Antalya:
✨Walks through the historic old town (Kaleiçi)
✨Visiting Düden Waterfalls or Konyaaltı Beach
✨Exploring local bazaars and tasting traditional Turkish food
✨Drinking Turkish tea and having good conversations
✨Cooking meals together and exchanging recipes
✨Letting our kids interact with guest families (if they have children too)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Turkey