So last week we got to know Tabitha, one of the guests here at Couchsurfing Headquarters (CSHQ); today we meet two of the people responsible for this operation: Roma and Kris.
They are two very fun and of course very hospitable people. As just an example, Roma had made up my bed the first night I got there, despite getting home late from work, and Kris loaned me his bicycle so I could meet up with friends! It’s so much fun to meet people who are so open to travelers and so supportive of those of us on the road with a budget. :-)
What we chat about:
- How the “headquarters” came to be – Roma’s answer is hilarious!
- Their favorite part about being hosts
- What most people don’t know – hear what Roma and Kris reveal about each other!
FYI – the “Moses” they refer to is not the biblical figure; it’s their third roommate. :-)
Oh, and right at the top, you’ll hear Roma crooning to some Ella Fitzgerald on in the background.
And yes, my hair is getting a little crazy (at least for me). I am aware and looking into remedies…
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More about Roma and Kris…
- Roma’s site: Thousand-Mile Journeys, where he has a few projects, including his Crazy Kanji videos, where he shares the story behind Chinese characters used in Japanese writing – very cool!
- If you need a place to stay and are in Portland, find them on Couchsurfing.org: Roma’s profile and Kris’ profile
Have you ever used Couchsurfing or had cool strangers give you a place to crash?
I’d love to hear your answer along with any other comments you have below.
Until next time,
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Hey Nathan,
Great interview! You have excellent interviewing skills. I suppose that comes with practice, huh?
I still want to meet up with you on one of your travels someday.
thanks stephen – yeah, I’ve done about 40+ interviews – you’re right: just lots and lots of practice. it all starts with 1!
would love to connect – remind me where you are and where you’re headed… :-)