Couch Surfers are adventurous and lifelong learners like you, who embrace Global Citizens, and share their small piece of the world. If you’re ready to explore beyond your boundaries and become a Global Citizen on a local level, Couch Surfers are waiting to help thanks to CouchSurfing
When we travel we often meet new people and exchange ideas, dreams, and learn from one another. The four friends who created CouchSurfing had this same idea in mind, and thought it as a way of uniting with adventurous friends you haven’t met yet around the world. Today, they’ve inspired the creation of a global network of 10 million travelers, adventure seekers and lifelong learners in over 200,000 cities in every country in the world.
For traveler’s, the free Couchsurfing network is a wonderful way to experience the world on a local level. CouchSurfers share experiences like hosting one another in their homes to a night out on the town having a beer. And, after many become close friends and travel companions.
There are even CouchSurfers in your own backyard, who get together for dance classes, hikes, dinners, and language exchanges. Unlike staying at a hotel that provides a room, and arranges tours, CouchSurfers make the experience of visiting their region personal and memorable. And, isn’t that the reason we travel in the first place?
Safety for all CouchSurfers is the first priority, which is why the site suggested that you thoroughly read members profiles. See what they have to say about themselves, and what others have experienced while visiting with them. It is easy to make connections, and get to know fellow members because the members system on the Couchsurfing network is set up to connect through Couchrequest and Messaging within the website. This way you can communicate and get to know one another first without giving out your private phone number and email address.
Safety First - Be Aware Of Your Environment
This is a statement we've shared with our children and encourages them to be in the moment and trust your instincts. It is a general rule for every traveler, whether connecting with a fellow CouchSurfer or touring a city with friends or family - please, be aware of your environment. If something doesn’t feel right or seems unsafe get out of there. This is the time to use your back up plan with options for transportation or a place to stay, and take care of yourself and those you love. If you’re overseas, check in with the Embassy for your country, and they can share safety recommendations for the region, and other tips.
Open a door to the world with Couchsurfing. For you and your new friends it’s a chance to share your lives, and appreciate your differences while uniting on a global scale. If you’d like to learn more about Couchsurfing opportunities visit their website.
Happy Travels!
By Melody Schubert
Photo Credits: Chiro via Unsplash