Hey! My name is Ulyana, I live in Moscow Russia and study graphic design there. My home town is in the south of Russia, Rostov-on-Don. My biggest life motivation is travelling. I’ve travelled and hiked a lot inside Russia (Caucasus, central Russia, Pskov oblast in the north etc), but in recent years I’m trying to go abroad more and learn new things about the world and different cultures. I love hiking, backpacking and road trips, have amazing friends around the world and would love to make more!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I think when you’re travelling in your own bubble, staying in a hotel, you are missing out so many things. CS had given me so many opportunities to meet amazing, caring, open and interesting people. It helps me remember that the world is an amazing place even though so many awful things are happening.

Interests

Some of my interests are contemporary arts and design, cooking and, of course, sharing cultures. I also enjoy hiking, nature and road trips, geography stuff

• cats
• dogs
• arts
• design
• cooking
• wine
• baking
• yoga
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• skiing
• geography
• learning languages
• europe
• indie rock
• vintage
• caucasus
• interrail
• second hand shops

Music, Movies, and Books

My favourite genre of music is Russian indie, favourite russian artists are: SBP4, AloeVera, KDIMB. Also La Femme, Tame Impala, Mgzavrebi. I have been listening to a lot of 70-80s pop recently: Fleetwood Mac, Kate Bush, David Bowie and others.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Unexpectedly for myself went freeride skiing in Armenia (thought there was a road there 😭), and got to the bottom safely despite doing it for the first time.

Teach, Learn, Share

I’m happy to share all the travelling stories, some interesting facts about living in Moscow or travelling, teach some russian or learn your language!) I love to share fun facts about cooking as it’s my favourite meditation. If you’re interested in graphic design or contemporary art, we’ll definitely have things to talk about.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I enjoy cooking and sharing russian cuisine with people, so I can cook some meals for you to try. Also I’m great with house chores, so I’ll be glad to offer any help around the house. I’m also a professional dog-walker, so I can help around with your pet :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Czech Republic, England, France, Georgia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Russian Federation, Serbia, Spain, Tanzania, Turkey, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Russian Federation