📍 Now in: Algiers, Algeria 🇩🇿
🏠 Unavailable for hosting (still available for meetings, events and hangouts)

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ABOUT ME
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🚲 Cyclist
🎒 Adventurer and passionate about travelling, exploring new cultures, tasting authentic local food
🗣 Extroverted with a special passion for connecting with people, getting deeper in understanding mindsets and sharing quality moments and conversations with locals

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PREPARE YOUR TRIP TO ALGERIA
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🇩🇿 Welcome to El Djazayer 🇩🇿
According to my availabilities, I can offer:
🏠 Hosting when available
🚶‍♂️ Hangouts in Algiers, walking around, discovering some gems in my city (from the most famous places to the less touristic ones), enjoying authentic local food (either street food or homemade dishes...)
🗒 Help you making your schedule in Algeria (how to plan for it, transportation, duration of the stay in each city...)

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COUCHSURFING
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As an Ambassador, I share with you useful links to better understand the CouchSurfing philosophy:

⚖️ What are the rules to respect on CouchSurfing?
https://about.couchsurfing.com/about/policies/

🥇 What defines a great CouchSurfer?
https://support.couchsurfing.org/hc/en-us/articles/200717684-Tips-to-be-a-Great-Couchsurfer
https://about.couchsurfing.com/about/tips/

🔐 CouchSurfing teams work hard to ensure Trust & Safety on the platform:
https://about.couchsurfing.com/about/safety/
Feel free to reach out to me for any specific matters 🧡 Happy CouchSurfing 🧡

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WORLD EXPLORATION
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Spoken languages: 🇩🇿 🇫🇷 🇺🇸 🇧🇷
✈️ Already visited:
🏆: 🇩🇿 DZ: Sweet home
01: 🇫🇷 FR: Lived there
02: 🇧🇪 BE: Brussels, Bruges
03: 🇹🇳 TN: Mahdia
04: 🇮🇹 IT: Milano
05: 🇳🇱 NL: Amsterdam, Delft, Rotterdam
06: 🇪🇸 ES: Barcelona
07: 🇱🇺 LU: Luxembourg
08: 🇩🇪 DE: Berlin, Düsseldorf
09: 🇨🇿 CZ: Prague
10: 🇦🇹 AT: Vienna
11: 🇲🇹 MT: Malta, Comino, Gozo
12: 🇺🇿 UZB: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva
13: 🇪🇬 EG: Cairo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor, Hurghada
14: 🇹🇳 TN: Bizerte, Tunis, Monastir, Sousse, Kentaoui, Kairouan, El Jem, Mahdia, Sfax, Djerba, Tataouine, Hammamet, Nabeul
15: 🇸🇦 KSA: Makkah 🕋, Madinah 🕌

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Crossing the borders of our cultures and traditions is essential in dismantling the societal barriers that divide us. By engaging in meaningful exchanges, we not only come to appreciate but also celebrate our differences. Through immersion in diverse customs, languages, and beliefs, we transcend our own perspectives, fostering understanding and empathy. This shared journey of exploration reveals commonalities that bind us together, bridging geographical and ideological gaps. Embracing cultural exchange becomes a testament to the richness of human diversity, where each unique heritage adds vibrancy to our collective tapestry. In embracing these differences, we pave the way for a future where acceptance and respect thrive, fostering a global community founded on unity and appreciation for the mosaic of humanity.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Faouzia, Jessie J, Slimane, Ed Sheeran, Tracy Chapman, James Bay, Whitney Houston

Books: Guillaume Musso, Harlan Coben, Camila Lackberg, Yasmina Khadra, Agatha Christie, J.K. Rowling, John Green...

Series: How To Get Away With Murder, Suits, The Big Bang Theory, How I Met Your Mother

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Studying alongside a diverse cohort of 12 engineers hailing from a multitude of countries spanning the globe, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Ireland, the Czech Republic, Turkey, Zambia, Brazil, Spain, Mexico, and beyond, was a transformative journey that transcended mere academics. Immersed in a melting pot of cultures, languages, and traditions, my worldview underwent a profound evolution. Each day presented a rich tapestry of experiences, from sharing meals infused with flavors from distant lands to engaging in spirited discussions steeped in varying perspectives. Through this intercultural exchange, my understanding of humanity expanded exponentially, fostering a deep appreciation for the intricate nuances that make each culture unique. Moreover, navigating through the complexities of cross-cultural communication taught me the invaluable lesson of empathy and patience, as I learned to embrace differing viewpoints with an open mind and a compassionate heart. In this dynamic environment, acceptance and tolerance ceased to be abstract concepts, but rather became integral facets of my character. The amalgamation of diverse backgrounds not only enriched my academic pursuits but also cultivated a profound sense of camaraderie and solidarity among our eclectic cohort. Indeed, this transformative experience has indelibly shaped me into a more empathetic, understanding, and ultimately, a better global citizen.

Teach, Learn, Share

These topics are best savored over a cup of coffee, a soothing cup of tea, or a delightful lunch. Gathering around these simple pleasures provides the perfect backdrop for engaging discussions and meaningful conversations. Whether it's exchanging stories of travel adventures, debating the latest news and current events, or sharing personal insights and experiences, these moments of connection are enriched by the warmth of good company and the comfort of shared refreshments. As the aroma of coffee fills the air or the steam rises from a freshly brewed cup of tea, barriers dissolve, and conversations flow freely, creating bonds that transcend mere acquaintance. So let's gather around the table, sip our beverages of choice, and dive into the rich tapestry of topics awaiting our exploration and discovery.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share various aspects of my life with my surfers to enrich their experience and foster genuine connections. I can offer insights into my Algerian local culture, recommending must-visit spots, hidden gems, or favorite local eateries. Sharing personal stories and experiences provides valuable perspectives and creates memorable interactions. Additionally, I can offer my skills or knowledge, such as language lessons, local algeriand & traditional cooking classes, or guided tours, tailored to my surfers' interests. Providing a welcoming and comfortable space, along with genuine hospitality, is paramount to ensuring a positive experience for my surfers. Ultimately, the opportunity to share my passions, interests, and life experiences can enhance the cultural exchange and create lasting connections through CouchSurfing.

Countries I’ve Visited

Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Tunisia, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

Algeria, France