New York Times
Takes an ancient notion of hospitality and tucks it into a thoroughly modern paradigm
The world’s largest travel community
Meet engaging people face to face and share a meal, a story, or a home.
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Experience the world and discover new cultures by hosting travelers.
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Live like a local in the places you are visiting as a guest in someone’s home
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Find activities Join now, it’s free!What members are saying
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OHNATE
“CS takes the edge off of your everyday routine. Each CouchSurfer brings something new to the table whether s/he is a first time traveler or a seasoned traveler. We have the opportunity to attain fresh ideas/experiences/look at where you live through another person’s point of view. Highly recommend getting involved.”
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Yuan Shen
“I went to Europe for 15 days, it was my first experience for surfing. It was really cool, the people who hosted us, they are amazing! I do love them! We also took some gifts from China to them, they like it so much! CS can make the world like a big family!”
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SERGIO RICARDO LINARES MURCIA
“Meeting friends through this site, hosting them, interacting with other languages and customs, has been one of the best experiences of my life. The satisfaction of having the honor to host has been very significant for me and my family.”
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How it Works
- Start by searching for people who interest you.
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Once you’ve found someone, send them a message, inviting them to your home or requesting to stay in theirs.
- Then, meet up in person and share a unique experience.
- And, at any time, join an activity to meet new people wherever you are.
Press
Frugal Traveler
It’s not unusual for CouchSurfing to have effects both subtle and profound on members’ lives
NPR
We saw and learned much more than if we had just gotten a hotel room. You can avoid being “that person” with the folded-out map when you’re exploring the city
Time
CouchSurfing isn’t just a means of accommodation; it is an entirely new way to travel
The Guardian
An excellent way of getting to know a local culture
Frugal Traveler
It’s not unusual for CouchSurfing to have effects both subtle and profound on members’ lives
NPR
We saw and learned much more than if we had just gotten a hotel room. You can avoid being “that person” with the folded-out map when you’re exploring the city
Time
CouchSurfing isn’t just a means of accommodation; it is an entirely new way to travel
The Guardian
An excellent way of getting to know a local culture