Calling all adventurers with a love for family and furry friends! I'm originally from Colombia, South America, and live near the beautiful beaches of Santa Marta with my amazing 9-year-old daughter and our two feline companions. As an architect with a business degree, I currently use my skills in real estate market research, but my true passion lies in exploring the world. Now that I'm a mom, I want to instill that same love of travel and cultural discovery in my daughter. We're a laid-back family seeking safe and comfortable accommodations that welcome families (and maybe even some furry friends!). We'd love to connect with like-minded people, especially those with children or pets, for our next exciting adventure!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Engaging with local communities is a cornerstone of our travel philosophy. This allows us to gain a richer understanding of a destination's cultural nuances and authentic spirit. By fostering connections with local residents, we often uncover hidden gems, unique culinary experiences, and off-the-beaten-path adventures that wouldn't be found in traditional travel guides. This immersive approach not only enhances our travel experience but also allows us to stretch our budget further, enabling us to explore more of the world.

Interests

We're total nature lovers – gotta get our fix of fresh air, beautiful scenery, and all kinds of amazing animals! But when we travel, we also love diving into the city life. Checking out art museums, chilling in parks, and of course, trying all the delicious food we can find – that's our perfect travel combo!

• animals
• arts
• culture
• food
• nature
• cities
• parks and recreation

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite movies? I love all kinds! I mostly read business and social science textbooks

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

We've rescued a few different animals over the years and brought them to shelters. One memorable experience was with a young vulture! It got a little too close for comfort, trying to nip at my daughter, and almost caused a car scare. Thankfully, we all got out safely, and the vulture found a good home at the shelter.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm into Latin American business and culture; I can definitely give you some good tips! I've got some experience structuring real estate development projects in Colombia, if that ever comes up lol

What I Can Share with Hosts

We're a super chill and fun-loving duo - me and my kid! We love hanging out together, whether it's relaxing in nature or exploring new places. Plus, I cook up some pretty amazing meals, if I do say so myself .

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, China, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Panama, Russian Federation, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Venezuela

Countries I’ve Lived In

Colombia, United States