Thought I'd shout out to a new concept for me that proved interesting and possible (if not actually utilized) during some of my travels. CouchSurfing was a not exactly a new concept to me when a friend mentioned that I consider doing some while on my journeys, but the website Couchsurfing.com was. From their website:"After your first experience of either surfing or hosting, you'll find out that what you get out of it is so much more. We help to create a better world by opening our homes, our hearts and our lives. We open our minds and welcome the knowledge cultural exchange makes available. We create deep and meaningful connections that cross oceans, continents and cultures. CouchSurfing changes not only the way we travel, but how we relate to the world!
CouchSurfing.com helps you make connections worldwide. You can use the network to meet people and then go and surf other members' couches! When you surf a couch, you are a guest at someone's house. They will provide you with some sort of accommodation, a penthouse apartment or maybe a back yard to pitch your tent in. Stays can be as short as a cup of coffee, a night or two, or even a few months or more. When you offer your couch, you have complete control of who visits. The possibilities are endless and completely up to you.
The friendships made through CouchSurfing enhance members' lives and contribute greatly to making the world a better, safer, more peaceful place. Signing up for a free couch and ending up with amazing adventures and a global family--that's what CouchSurfing is all about!"
So if you are ever traveling and in need, or are just interested in checking out the site to offer a bed, a floormat, or a futon -- check out CouchSurfing.com. It's an interesting concept, and one that's timely in this ever widening world of ours.
