Hello, fellow travellers! I'm Valério Neto, a 32-year-old on a journey to experience the everything I can in the world. Currently pursuing my PhD in Tourism and Marketing and teaching at Griffith University. I find joy in both the academic realm and the experiences life offers.

I'm not just research papers and lectures (although I talk a lot about the academic world and papers, haha). I'm a guy who likes "the beauty in the mundane" (Modern Family reference). More precisely, meeting new people is my forte, and I'm always up for a good chat over some beers. Whether exploring a city's hidden gems, enjoying the company of people, or discovering the perfect local brew, I believe in embracing every moment with enthusiasm.

Let's connect, learn, and make our Couchsurfing experience meaningful!

I am really a believer in the reciprocity pact. So, 'not accepting guests' on your profile will weigh partly in accepting surfers. (As you can see, I added as non-accepting guests for the following month or so due to being in a critical moment of my PhD).

CouchSurfing is about making connections. It is not Tinder!

Connect with me on Instagram if you'd like: @valeriorsn (I occasionally deactivate my account when I have a heavy workload for my PhD or if I feel I am too 'addicted' to technology).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

For me, Couchsurfing is more than just finding a place to stay; it's about the enriching experience of connecting with people from all walks of life. I'm here to meet new faces, share laughter, and build meaningful connections. It's a platform where the world becomes smaller, and friendships transcend borders.

I believe in the power of helping others, and Couchsurfing provides a unique avenue to contribute to the collective imperative of making the world a better place. By opening my home, I hope to play a small part in creating a more interconnected world.

Interests

• travel
• cultural exchange
• meet new people
• drinking beer

Music, Movies, and Books

Books
Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel Kahneman
Nudge - Richard Thaler and C. Sunstein
Tiny Habits - B. J. Fogg
Predictably Irrational - Daniel Ariely (even though he became ostracised in academia, it is still an interesting book to read)

Favourite music
Dance Monkey - Tones and I

Favourite movie
Good Will Hunting

Favourite series
Brooklyn 9-9
Modern Family
The Office
How I met your mother (I have two tattoos based on HIMYM)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

20 days and 10 Countries in Europe - I walked more than 200 kilometers

What I Can Share with Hosts

A good chat

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Vatican City State, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Brazil, England, Spain