I'm very easy-going, relaxed and fun to be with. I think I easily blend with people and quickly can have either good laughs and/or brain-stimulating conversations. But.. I'm also very transparent and I'm kind of picky with people -my gut rules the pickiness.

Spanish, by birth. My parents are from Peru, I was born in Madrid and grew up there. Only went to Peru when I grew up, and have been there 3 times in the past 5 years (loving it).

I've lived in Helsinki for 6 years in total (long story short, volunteering and studying there). Going back to Madrid was great but after working there for 3 years, I still craved the "international-everything" and living in a constant challenge. So now I'm living in Amsterdam for 1 year already and would love to start hosting people.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because it's very refreshing meeting new people and also because I think is the most insightful way of visiting a place!

Interests

I'm a sucker for whatever regards emotional intelligence, and understanding others, communication and personal growth.

And as much as I like the adrenaline and living in the edge, I also like reading and going to expositions/museums (photography -my favorite- but also other kinds). And it's difficult for me to not listen to music (and "surf" Spotify)

Also I love to travel but not just for days, if I could, I would live every 6-9 months in a different city. I'm curious of the very local places and the routine of the city.

Team sports give me a lot of energy (if outdoors even more!)

• concerts
• walking
• skiing
• basketball
• psychology
• cafès
• street photography
• hiking in the mountains
• tedtalks
• cafe hopping

Music, Movies, and Books

Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz... among maaaaaaany others

Lion King

The Power of One - Bryce Courtenay
A bag of marbles - Joseph Joffo

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

That's very personal! I'd rather tell you in person if so
What I can already say.. I keep putting myself into new situations to see how adapt to them.

Teach, Learn, Share

Anything on emotional intelligence and personal growth, I have plenty of videos and bookmarks to recommend, and topics to discuss.

I used to be a book worm (historic novels), so I have a populated list of favorites. Now leaning towards my new topic of interest, human computer interactions, so also some stuff from there.

I can share all the music you want! I'm obsessed with music in general. From emerging artists to the least known songs from famous artists. From flamenco, to acoustic singers, broadway, classics...

What I Can Share with Hosts

Accidental cooking skills, if you are a foodie, I can put my imagination to work (don't have recipes but tastes that I remember)

Also can help you with some web-development questions that you may have, I can be your web consultant for the time.

Countries I’ve Visited

Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Peru, Poland, Portugal

Countries I’ve Lived In

Finland, Ireland, Netherlands, Spain