I work as researcher in computer science. I've my kids one week other two, so got a room available one week other two!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet new people and discuss about all and nothing.
As a host, to renew the ancient tradition of hospitality. As a guest, because it's definitively the best way to travel, especially alone, and that's only marginally a question of budget.

I really appreciate to share but please do not consider couchsurfing just as free hostel. So, some simple rules for travelers:
- Be contactable, I consider a couchsurfer that goes out and come back when s/he wants as impolite
- But also be independent, I no longer organize my schedule for couchsurfers (too many stand up), but you are usually welcome to join my activities

Disclaimer : I accept requests based on a quick vibe/feeling and mostly my own mood, so if I reject your request there is nothing personal about it.

And of course : Couchsurfing is not about dating.

Interests

I'm always looking after small/medium independent/alternative concerts (no tributes!) in small place or even at somebody's home, theater plays, art/independent movies, .... I will bring you if you want, I could even find them in your own city ;-)

I organise board game events at home through couchsurfing or other platforms, if you stay long, you may be able to assist also.

I usually go everywhere in every city by bike (shared bike system when available), I will provide you one when you are with me in Nice.

My humble photography attempts : https://www.instagram.com/pascalurso/

• theater
• photography
• cooking
• yoga
• board games
• cycling
• hiking
• teaching
• science
• urban exploration
• independent cinema

Music, Movies, and Books

Books : My favorites are written by Italo Calvino, Dino Buzzati, Yukio Mishima, Herman Melville, Vladimir Nabokov, Mikhaïl Bougalkov, Philip K. Dick, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, John Fante, Charles Bukowski, Romain Gary/Emile Ajar, Egeune Ionesco, Ismael Kadare, ...
Music : Quite eclectic (plug on fip) but always indie !
Movies : so much...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My two wonderful daughters

Teach, Learn, Share

Let's share time, chat, visit, cooking and beer
I can also learn you to juggle, up to 3 balls ! ;-)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share some cooking tips/works, advices about the city and a tour if I got time.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, France, Morocco