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Overview
About Me
Raised on the volcanic island of La Réunion, I moved between the island and mainland France for my studies and have lived in the Paris region since 2006, where I work as a digital project manager.
Off the laptop you’ll usually find me:
- bouldering (I fell in love with climbing a few months ago),
- practicing Iyengar yoga and learning the handstand—still counting the tumbles,
- hiking or cycling
- hunting down the local coffee specialty
- binge-watching a good series after a long day
Fun fact: Championne des itinéraires bis—I always ask locals for “the most beautiful way” rather than the shortest, even if that means getting a bit lost.
Philosphy
"The life is short"
"Go where your heart leads, die where you're meant to"
"We are more than name and jobs we do, we are always evolving"
Why I’m on Couchsurfing
To dive into real life wherever I go. I love meeting people who can share their culture, everyday routines, and hidden gems. For me, Couchsurfing is about connection, storytelling over homemade food, and seeing a place through local eyes.
Interests
- bouldering
- practicing Iyengar yoga,
- handstand,
- hiking or cycling
- binge-watching a good (or bad) series, movie
- discover new coffee shop or restaurant
- chat with friends
- dancing
- dining
- cooking
- movies
- traveling
- socializing
- jazz
- bungee jumping
- parks
Music, Movies, and Books
Music: All genres welcome, though I struggle with non-stop techno or heavy metal on loop.
Movies :I’ll watch almost anything—at the cinema I often buy a ticket for whichever film starts next. Last ones: Jurassic Park , How to Train Your Dragon, a F1. Latest series: The Assassin, The Pitt, My Name Is Ear
Latest Book: Les Aventures de Gilles Belmonte, Noferville, Le Roi des Mensonges, Kilomètre Zéro.
One Amazing Thing I’ve Done
To study at 10 OOO km from my family, bungee jumping
Soon, very soon, I'll make a trip of 75 days in the USA ( New Orleans, Las Vegas, National Parks, Los Angeles, San Francisco and New Yok. :)
Teach, Learn, Share
Teach:
- French (and bits of Réunion Creole)
- Simple French/Creole dishes or a fool-proof crêpe recipe
Learn:
- Your language or favorite local phrases
- regional recipes
- Stories about your hometown and culture
Share:
- Laughter, deep chats, and a readiness to try whatever activity you love
What I Can Share with Hosts
I can’t host for now, but if you visit Paris I’ll happily:
- happy to show you the city’s quieter corners while we chat.
- I’m up for exploring exhibitions together and sharing impressions over coffee afterward.
- I can teach you a handful of handy phrases (plus a few fun local expressions) in no time.
All I ask is mutual respect, open communication, and a shared curiosity for the world. Looking forward to meeting you—maybe on a detour somewhere!
Countries I’ve Visited
Cambodia, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Laos, Morocco, Spain, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam