The world is changing with time and adopting new technologies, traveling sector is no different in adopting the change. The very basic reason behind this change is the way millennials want to explore travelling. Cost effectiveness and seamless experience with the locals at the destination bring cherry on cake. Many frequent travellers are using vlogging and couch surfing as the most convenient and exciting method of exploring travel.
Couch Surfing
“you have friends all over the world, you just haven’t met them yet. – Anonymous ”
What is couch surfing?
Couch Surfing is just like any other social networking platform where you connect with people around the world. But in this case, platform connects members to the global community of travellers. Travellers use this platform to find a host in the locality and stay at host’s place to enrich the community. This not just save money and also help in enriching the travel experience by knowing the culture with natives.
How it actually works?
Locals can use certain couch surfing platforms, to offer their “couch” where they introduce themselves and the culture of the place. Visitor, on the other hand, creates a profile describing a brief about the background of an individual. A handshake may happen after finding a suitable “couch” and submitting a request to host a traveler. The host reviews the proposal and agrees after finding a match.
Is it just about savings?
Well, the answer is, too many things! Of course, it is cost-friendly as you don’t have to spend for bookings but it has a lot more than this.
As they say: “You have to taste a culture to understand it.” Here lies an opportunity to take a closer look at culture at its best. One doesn’t just get to know different people but also live the life they have. The priceless gift you get from couch surfing is ever-lasting bonds between people from different backgrounds, religions, ethnicities, and nationalities. It makes your travel experience full of emotions and love with a family away from family.
Where can I look for good couch surfing apps and websites
- couchsurfing.com is the top dog in the pool of the best couch surfing sites. With the title of Editor’s Choice on Google Play, couchsurfing.com is the best choice for starting on your couch surfing journey.
- bewelcome lets you share a place to stay, connect with travelers, meet up, and find accommodation on your journey. It is a free, open source, not-for-profit, democratic community.
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