Alessandro C.

 

I had so much fun with him, mixed with murder instinct though :-)) He is such an ironical guy... and I am such an irritable person! Crazy the way he eats sauerkrauts! I think I don't know him... I have the impression he is hiding something....... such as.... maybe it was him "reproducing" all that sauerkraut mit Senfsoße he ate!!! :-P (joking)

Ah, yes! He calles me Gloria... he thinks I have a Gloria face ^_^

Alessandro was so kind to organise a dinner for Maria and me at his home. The company and the atmosphere he offered us was just cool! Was such a nice evening! In my mind Torino will always be associated with this guy and with hours we spent at his place. Thanks a lot, Alesso, I owe you some sweets!

Alessandro is very generous when it comes to hosting, he said: "come whenever you want", and i believe him.
I am very happy, i could stay as at his appartment.

I loved staying with Alessandro. He loves joking about Germans, but you could notice that he really cared. He invited some of his friends to have fun with us for the first evening and prepared a great dinner (I have literally fallen in love with pasta with pesto!).
And I enjoyed a lot to talk also about some more serious topics and getting to know him better while eating croissants with nutella. Thanks a lot for that ;-)

Alessandro is a very sweet guy.
he hosted me and my friend so kindly-
we had to eat so much but it was great!
he and his friends understand to have fun. you have to understand his sence of humour but nevertheless he is truthworthy and a really good person. :)
Thank you for the really nice experience!

Friendly guy, the no. 1 couchsurfer in Torino :)

my no-elevator-friend, yes! its so good to know you and though it was short but sweet, you knew me in a time that i was very bitter for having had things stolen, yet i was happy to find such big hearts in torrrino like yours! grazie mille!! i was in italy 3 months and now i speak much better, wish i could show it off to you but perhaps we will meet again somewehre in this beautiful world!!! ciao ciao

He is a nice guy. Everything was nice and we talked about Pasolini.
Thank you!

I enjoyed living in Alessandro's guest room for a whole week. I came to Torino to study here for a year with Erasmus and came without having a place to sleep, without knowing anyone and without knowing how to pronounce "quindi" in an real Italian manner. Alessandro could help me with all that :)
His place is very comfortable, he is very nice and funny and he took me to several CS meetings, where I could meet people and have delicious Italian food.
Thank you Alessandro, I enjoyed it al lot. Hope to see you soon!

 

Ale was a wonderful host!

Before I went to Turin I was already in contact with Alessandro. When I arrived we met in a bar and he and his nice girlfriend Sarah brought me to an amazing Brazilian party. After that we met many times at CS meetings. Alessandro tries to participate in those meetings as much as he can and when he is around, fun is guaranteed. He laughs at everything! He found my brazilian accent funny and then he made some funny jokes about it - it was all good! He opened his beautiful house in Asti for all CS group and made a big bonfire. It was very nice and I had a lot of fun in Turin, thanks to this guy and the CS group there.
Thank you for everything. Hope to see you again soon. Baci

Alessandro!!!je te pardonne pour le jeu de mots mais en même temps, il est vrai que j'aime bien regarder!!
curisità è donna:D

Alessandro was very gentile to recieve me at his place, even though he had to work that night. We see each other ver little beacause of this, but he invited me for breakfast at the morning. We had a ver nice conversation, and then took me to the train station. Thank you Allesandro!

 

Alessandro is a really nice guy and the funniest doctor I’ve ever got to know! He hosted my friend Lucy and me for 3 nights and we had a lot of fun with him and his best Argentinean buddy Enrique :)

 

Alessandro is one of the most fun CSr's I've met, crazy enough to stay around for so long and still be motivated! Great person to hang with! Can't wait to be with him again! The World is Smaller than you think!

alexanderrrr! is very polite and functional in his way to host people. i liked it very much to have contact to a professional surfer. he behaves on personal requests: present or absent - as you prefer. i felt very comfortable on the parents couch in the main salon. thank you and feel welcome to berlin, lecce or wherever i am. but: how does sting fit with me?

Alessandro have been my first experience as Couch surfing host,and I have to say that I was really impressed about it!really nice.
we were arriving a bit later than we thought and he organized everything to receive us the best way.He made us feel very welcome at his house from the beginning.
He also invited us for a barbecue at his Countryside house and introduced us to his very kind family.We really enjoyed that!and Everything was just perfect!:)Thanks for the tasty nuts!:)
Also as we decide to stay for another few days and he accepted very nicely but couldn't joying us for dinner,then he organized us to meet in a Couchsurfing meeting,and he came later to meet us as well.
At night I was feeling very bad because of my terrible cough and he also tried to help me.
I really appreciated all what you made for us.
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Thanks very much for making us feel so good.We would like to spent more time with you(Pity that you had to work so hard)
Looking forward to meet you in Granada soon!

Ciaociao! Alessandro was a great host! Unfortunately he didn't see my regular energylevel coz I was awfully exhausted by our travelling which was just a good reason to make fun of me so I got the most lovely woke up in the morning!:D Superactive, energetic and nice host. Both I and my friend with who I was doing CS really can recommend him!

Alessandro made me feel very good from the first moment. He tries couchsurfers stay together and talk each other as a big family. I think he really likes meeting new people. See you in Badalona

Alessandro is very crazy doctor. We spent two days in his flat, it was reaaally nice time except of few detailes-cause he thinks im strange:D soo have fun and thank you for receiving us dr winger! :)

Allessandro was really a great host and provided me a the space for a splendid time in Turin. We and some more people celebrated my birthday together, which was a great day for me. I really would like to come back to Turin for to meet Alessandro again.

 

There are no words to describe Alessandro...he is so unique... Well I could say that he is like the Energizer bunny! I had the pleasure of spending an evening and two days in his company... that certainly wasn't enough! This is without mentionning his wonderful friends! I love all of them! If we could adopt brothers, I'd want him to be mine! Of course, I'd have to improve on my italian first just to follow him, but hey! I think that would make me a very fortunate person!
Grazie Mille and take good care Alessandro!
Hope to see you again soon!

 

Alessandro is a true ambassador. He is open and friendly to all, charasmatic, funny and opens his home to everyone that he can even though he has a very busy and demanding life. We felt fortunate to be among those who have met and stayed with Alessandro. Thank you for the time in Turin that we had with you.

a very energetic, confident, generous, humourous, humanitarian, host...thank you for your lengthy hospitality. sincerely, you are gentelman and a scholar.

Allesandro is a pleasant yet crazy guy and will go out of his way to ensure you have a pleasant time in Torino. Be warned, if you dont like Formula 1 racing, dont get in the car or on his motorbike with him. Its a thrill, not for the faint hearted. I wish you well with your endeavours and hope to see you in Australia one day.

 

It was lovely to sleep in a house with so many diferent nationalities!!! Alessandro was great and I hope to see you again in the future!

Alessandro is one of the most generous persons I ever met! Even when already 8 (!) persons asked for hosting on the date I occurred, he still got a couch for me! Many, many thanx and hopefully a meeting at another time. It would be a pleasure to me to host Alessandro and show him Heidelberg or Frankfurt.

alessndro è una persona molto particolare...riesce a metterti a tuo agio...sono stata bene.. è un'esperienza che sicuramente rifarò....
grazie

I met him in Torino because he hosted me and a frind of mine and he and his grirfrind were very kind and friendly with us.

Alessandro epitomizes the essence of couchsurfing. He amazed me by taking in up to 8 people in one night and despite having a full house, he remained eager to embrace the experience as an opportunity to meet more people and share his home and city to strangers. I enjoyed sleeping in a room full of an interesting clash of cultures, from kill bill on the shelf, to medical posters adorning the walls, his home was inviting but at the same time very unique. Furthermore, I loved taking the time to have lunch with Alessandro and a fellow couch surfer at his home, really simply enjoying each other's company, sarcastic humor and love for good food. I would reccommend anyone staying with Alessandro to trust his judgment and to take the time to have an interesting conversation with him and not just have a cursory, superficial meeting. I hope Alessandro will visit me in DC and that I will be able to give him as good of an experience as the one i had in Torino.

It wasn't love at first sight but after less than 24 hrs I found myself proposing to this somewhat mad/serious/lecturing/funny italian guy. We had a lot of fun making fun of the germans and walking loads in Turin. He is a very easy host. Grazie Alessandro. Nos vemos pronto!!!

Alessandro is the most funny guy in Italy and the most crazy doctor in the world!! I really had a great time with him in Torino, he could offer you unlimited fun! He is so generous and nice to us, although he was busy in work, he try to give all his spare time to us. Trust me, that will be a big lost in your life if you don't meet him in Torino.
p.s. He already "make" my laptop back to normal!!

I went to Torino for the Traffic Festival, but besides the great festival and beautiful city, I met several really great persons: Alessandro and some of other people that were surfing his couches at the same time as me :) Alessandro showed us the real Italian life-style. We had nice chats and good food. Alessandro is an open-minded person with healthy humour. I had a very pleasant weekend in Torino! Thank you!

I haven't so much time to spend with him but he was really kind to offer me a ride and bring in very "filthy" but good kabab place in torino

At my first experience in couchsurfing i have to say that i had one of my best experiences ever!!! he is unique! the best perfect couchsurferrr! A super person in all senses...very fun..very positive..he is very open...we talk a lot deep conversations... its a person thats gives you good positive energy...good advises and you can trust at first moment. I am sure i will see him again...i hope so!!! i was very very lucky to meet him.
Un genio!!!!!

 

Alessandro and his friend were great and understanding guests. Unfortunately I wasn't able to dedicate enough time to him and all I could offer him was a night out partying and a night in sleeping. If he comes again, I will make sure I have more time to hang out, cause he is a really cool person, very laid back and friendly. Alessandro, I am sorry I wasn't more "there" for you guys.

i wish all couchsurfers were like alessandro and sara - they are really wonderful ppl and i can't wait to be hosted by them in turin:)
(or like the mexican say - muy buena onda:)))) you know:)

My sister, her friend and I had our first couchsurfing experience with Alessandro and we couldn't have wished to have a better host! First, he served us Nutella on a bread without crust, so he obviously got my on his side ;) and he made us feel like home right at the beggining. He even took time to show us the countryside and the vineyards, we had a great time tasting the best wines in the middle of the afternoon!
Thank you so much for this wonderful introduction to couchsurfing, I hope you enjoyed the poutine!

One of the most laid-back, cool and trustful guy I have ever met! He has hosted so many ppl through the years that now it seems like he knows exactly what he's doing: he's kind of a professional couchsurfing host! He's fun to be with and generous, he even took us to the couuntryside where we tasted wine, and introduced us to his charming 89 year old grandmother. We ate lots of Nutella, drank lots of wine and had lots of fun - thank you Alessandro !

Alessandro entertained the hell out of my friend Jamie and I naturally.. One of my best couchsurfing experiences in Italy!!! and I have couchsurfed a lot in Italy... It was like having a "slumber party" at your best friend's house. I hope also to meet him in Argentina.. or was it Brazil? Oh shit! Let's get our stories straight! :))

He was one an excellent host. Fun and funny and great to talk to talk to. He showed us around Turin, met his friends and ate wonderful food. He was a doll. I would suggest anyone to stay with him.

I was lucky to have my first couchsurfing experience with Alessandro! He is such a great host, generous and open. He introduced me to many of his friends and showed me around the city. I hope there's more like you out there! hope to see you soon :)

I've had my first couchsurfing experience ever with Alessandro. He's a top-host! He made me feel at home right away. We've had nutella, loads of it! ;) Alessandro appears to be a very considerate person. He brought us on the countryside for a wonderful afternoon of wine tasting. =)
Thank you very much for your passion, your time & your devotion for couchsurfing, & for the community!!
Hope we get to meet again, maybe in Canada? =)

 

As Alessandro said I was so unlucky for this first couchsurfing experience!!!!!!!!!But all experiences are positives! See you soon in Brittany and I hope you will have more luck than me :) Grazie Dr Winger!

My experience with Alessandro has always been wonderful! He's always on the move and tries to catch you in his trips and activities. He's a great companion and host!

A very nice and enjoyable guy!!

He has hosted me in Torino. Although we don't think the same, it's really interesting to find someone who can talk about everything and always with too polite. So, thank you again. I hope see you soon, in Madrid? Why not!

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Él me acogio en Turín. Aunque no pensamos igual, es algo realmente interesante encontrar a alguien con quién hablar de cualquier cosa, y siempre desde el respeto. Así que, Gracias de nuevo. Nos vemos pronto, En Madrid? ¡Por qué no!

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Lui mi ha hospedato a Torino. Anche non pensiamo lo stesso, e troppo buono trovare qualcuno con chi parlare di tutto dal respeto. Così, Grazie mille di nuovo, Ci vediamo presto! A Madrid? Perche no!

 

It has been a great delight discovering Torino with a host like Alessandro. Even if it was during the week, he took the time to show us around, come along with us to taste the delicious food of Piemonte and give hints to what to do& where to go. He's also one of the few people standing at my kind of humour. Was a great pleasure meeting you and now I'm waiting for your visit in Bozen!

Despite arriving at a busy time for Alessandro, he managed to accommodate both myself and another traveller, which could have only been made more difficult by the fact that we both spoke different languages. He's an interesting person to talk to and an expert host, and I'm grateful for the his hospitality in Turin.

 

Alessandro is a very interesting person: he's a really fun gay, brave traveller, great host and rallies driver! He hosted me for four days in Torino. Even though he works a lot, he found some time to share with me and show me around the city. Another day we visited Barbaresco, he introduced me his friends and we drank delicious wine. I had a really good time in Torino with Alessandro, his friends and his parents. Thank you and you are most than welcome in Lleida!

Alessandro was very freindly and helpful, since he was working at night time we had a 1st short meeting than we met next day for a coffee + chocolate + gofra (wonder what's gofra? Go to Turin) and enjoyed our time together. We hope he can surf our coach soon.

We stayed with Alessandro for the last night of our week long trip.
At home when I sit down for my Sunday roast dinner I always save the delicious succulent roast lamb until the end because, of course, it's the best part and it means I finish the meal with a happy feeling and the desire for more. Alessandro you were the roast lamb (or maybe goat or sheep I'm not sure!) at the end of our trip.
Thanks so much for an amazing time and hopefully next time it will be for longer.

We only spent 1 night at his flat. But he and his friends were very kind and welcoming. They cooked delicious pasta and daiquiri. I really enjoyed the talks & jokes ;)

 

I was hosted by Alessandro with my friend for one night . We arrived late but he has waiting for us for the dinner. We shared a very pleasant moment with him and his friends.We also take a look at his beautiful pictures of Japan. Alessandro has a real sense of welcome and also of humour... Thanks for the pasta and the home's daiquiri ! hope to see you wherever !

We met at a party and didn't really talk very much, but he seems very nice :) and also he seems to be the go-to-guy (at least for my host at the time) to ask when and where there are Partys with Couchsurfers :)

 

Alessandro was a great guest and even better person. I enjoyed hearing about his travels to other countries such as India and just generally getting to know him as a person. He did beat me at Wii bowling but I'm not bitter ;-) I look forward to visiting him one day in Italy and showing me around the beautiful wine towns of Barolo and Barbaresco.

Aressandro and I went for Yakitori and drank and ate. He told me important things to get girl's hart. He is honesty, cool and kindly person. ARIGATO

Alessandro is very outgoing and polite guy.
We enjoyed a chilling Sunday night together.I wish I could have hosted him a bit longer. I am sure he is always trying to understand and respect the culture of wherever he visits!!

Alessandro makes everybody laugh with his incredible, Italian sense of humour. (That's why he's certainly a fantastic doctor, too). We met randomly three (!) times while travelling in Japan, discovered together Tokyo nights, Buddhist temples and great food in Nikko. We should definitely meet any time soon in Turin or Berlin!

He is really really funny and open-minded. I enjoyed time together with him and his jokes:) 90% what he said is jokes!!!!!!
Alessandro come back to Tokyo again! We can do hide and seek again in the club at 5 in the morning again!I wanna hear your jokes again!!!! ciao!!

 

I will add this reference to the growing number of extremely positive references others have left for Alessandro. This is a testimony to what a wonderful couchsurfer he is! Not afraid to explore, Alessandro even introduced us to new things to see and do in Tokyo, that we didn't know about after five years of living here! I hope we see him again in Japan, Italy or beyond!

 

Alessandro hosted me for two nights in his parents' apartment in Torino. He was very nice and so were his parents. Unfortunately I got a bit sick so I wasn't a lot of fun.

 

... so many great ideas and great desire to change things wrong

He hosted me and a friend of mine for one night. He's a very friendly and open person! :)

he represents the couch-spirit, you won't regret...

Though he had had a very bad day on the day of our arrival, he was still kind enough to host my friend and me and even took the time to bring us to one of the best pizzerias in town.

Alessandro is a very nice and kind guy who made me feel always at ease, he will definetely do the utmost to make you enjoy Torino and his friends, I felt honoured being hosted by him and his family and he even organised a Cs gathering on a weekday to meet all his friends, not to mention that we even attended together to a biopharmaceutical presentation (which I enjoyed) he will always be welcome at my place.

Cool guy, very funny.

AHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH

What an incredible week!!!

even if I was upset by searching a job, Alessandro and Matt try to teach me how to manage my feelings.It was very hard to be host near christmas day, and Alessandro was so helpfull.
I m not ready to forget Alessandro, so suprising man, could be from crasy to wise. he show us very nice places for wine.Outgoing man, he drives us into many party and introduce his friends to us. He drives like Mario kart,So, if he offer you to drive somewhere, explain him that you ld prefer the Bus.

This man is just "awesome".I ll stay in Torino, cause of this sort of men....

Alessandro=simply the man. I got lucky that he had the time and space, because staying with my long lost brother was truly fun. He is so outgoing, so friendly, he can really take a good trip and make it great. His long amazing reputation is way deserved.

 

I trust 1st impressions. That's why in the 1st pic we took I m punching him. It took me less than 30 mins to realize how weird he was. In the next 30 mins I got scared:I saw that my male mirror was there sitting next to me. I also tried to find him worse features to tell the world that there was someone more crazy and moody than me. Well then I failed. And I failed more when I thought I could stay away from him.
With the excuse of the Festival he trapped me in one of the best week end where I proudly met his best entourage, had an absourd quantity of good food even got to face his high school classmates.
He took the most awesome care of me.
We share 2.000 common interest and I love him cos he's real.Very intense (he would never settle for only one of ur ear) and always with thousands of thoughts and words. Won't stay too long away from Turin, but as a revenge for this addiction he also got one: my last fav tv drama!
Who's Dr Winger?Hot milk with honey when u re sick I'd say...

 

My God, this guy sounds like he comes out directly from an Italian movie or a book from Rabelais. Full of life, extra-ordinary and joyful. I'll definitely come to say hello and bring you some Leffe next time we are in Torino.

 

As far as I could see, I realized Alessandro must be a friendly, open-handed person, full of interests and knowledges. Unfortunately we didn't spend much time together (due to my late confirming), but I did enjoy his big couch, his family's kindness and the great suggestions about where to go in the city (many many thanks about "Eataly"! what a delightful discovery!! and of course the Mole's Cinema Museum too, so breathtaking!!)

See you! All the best!

Alessandro was very friendly and gentle with me. I'm sure you will feel at home with him! Ale: my respect for your enormous cd collection, and thanks all!

Had a drink in a funny bar in Genova. Very very smart guy with plenty of interesting facts. Thought about changing our whole trip to try and surf with him.

Politically correctness: what does it mean? Surely not Ale! He is a very clever, smart boy, with a caustic sense of humor: for sure you don't risk to fall asleep while talking to him! I spent with him a very stimulating time.

He is a very crazy man and very funny too but the serbian woman dont understand his humor hehehe

 

Originally, I was invited to stay for one night, but Winger was kind enough to extend the invitation for the other two nights of the tango festival. I was able to meet some of his friends, and eat an extremely good pizza!

 

Dr. Winger is the host with the most in Turin. Generous, charismatic, friendly, fun, all this and more. Him and his extremely tolerant family and friends took us in and provided an Italian experience that we will never forget. Sitting at the kitchen table at midnight eating, drinking and listening to Italian! The couchsurfing experience of the year. Thank you Alessandro!

Mr. C. is an amazing and nice guy, with a lot of experiences to tell and with a great CD's collection (I didn't see it but he mentions it at least one time every 2 hours!eheheh). We had no much time to spend together, but I've made a mistake with the metro stop and so we spent 2 hours in the subway and we had a long long great chat! :D -But Flapic wanted to kill us!!-
I'm sure we'll meet again, so see you next time my dear!

Alessandro is a great host and spending our time with his friends was much more than funny!!! This was my first CS experience and i'm looking forward to do it again... Thanks a lot Alessandro, you'll always be wellcome to my house!

Alessandro will really make you feel at home in his house and in his beautiful city...couldn't imagine a better host for your Turin experience!!!

 

Dr. Winger..... Well, he is so much more than I expected. I expected very nice, but Alessandro was a perfect gentleman who brought such warm energy (and his lovely girlfriend, Sara) to my home. He is very curious about everything under the sun! WE had such a wonderful time getting to know each other more. He also gifted me with some wonderful and yummy presents. I wish they could have stayed a week so I could share more with them. Just plain fabulous guests!

 

I wasn't able to host Alessandro and his girlfriend when they were in Portland, but we did get to hang out and they were great company and very generous. Hopefully we'll be able to meet again some time.

I hosted this fine lad and his lady, Sarah, on their west coast road trip. I was pleased to find out that Allesandro also loves to devour a mountains of sushi for dinner. While here, he bought the coolest shoes I've ever seen and brought awesome Italian-ness to Portland. Excellent guy for social events, conversation, and as a guest. I hope to visit him in his native habitat where he handles organs just before spaghetti and grappa. Chin Chin!!

Alessandro and his girlfriend Sara made lovely guests. We had an awesome sushi dinner... to the point that we were even too full to go out despite Alessandros never ending energy! We enjoyed exchanging travel stories and learning about his town in Italy. It was also fun to get a taste of Italian driving while in the good ol' USA.

 

Alessandro was an excellent guest to have. He was very easy going and easy to hang out with. We had a couple of beers together and talked about traveling and he shared his impressions of California with me. I was able to ask him about his experiences with Couch Surfing and I found it very informative. I hope to see Alessandro again sometime, somewhere. Host him and you will have a good time!

 

A Prince, Gentleman and CS Etiquette Nazi!! Although most might believe that calling someone a nazi is a negative thing, I can definitely assure you that it is not! Alessandro defines couchsurfer and both he and Sara were the epitome of perfect houseguests!! From a splendid dinner and introduction to friends, exploration invitations, relaxed attitudes, broad smiles and excellent taste in music, they left every situation better for their involvement. I only hope that I was HALF the host that they were Guests! If you get the chance to meet these fine folks, jump at it!! I surely hope to run into them again in the future and wish them nothing but the best in everything.

Here is to seeing you and the 6 twins again in the future my friend!! Ciao!!!

Alessandro is the ringleader of the impressively close-knit CS community in Turin. We met while I was surfing with Stefano Villa and Ale dropped by with a few friends, a couple of CSers he was hosting, his wicked sense of humour, and limitless knowledge of Japanese cuisine and where to find it in Turin. Alessandro is upfront and not afraid to speak his mind, he is a funny guy and is very passionate about CSing and giving the people he meets in Turin a great experience in his city.

Alessandro was a fantastic host, very welcoming and kind. He is a witty and funny person. Made me smile and laugh many times. Has a wonderfully hospitable spirit. Great host!

I had a really great time with Alessandro in Torino. He has LOADS of energy and his jokes are very funny! He gives a good balance of advice but also allows his surfers freedom to do their own thing which is great! Grazie per tutti!! PS If you are in Torino you have to go to the Museum of Film - it is the best museum I have ever been to..

 

Alessandro is an intelligent and genuine individual who has a good sense of humor. He brought good vibes to our place in Palm Springs during his visit... he's active in the CS community, and he's a trustworthy friend. I recommend hosting Alessandro - you'll enjoy meeting him.

The word "positive" doesn't begin to describe my experience hosting the famous Dr. Winger, a.k.a, Alessandro and his lovely girlfriend Sarah.

After a LONG flight, I assumed that my dear guests would be wiped out -- my assumptions were wrong. Within a matter of seconds, Ale announced, "Patrizia, let's go out to that sushi place" and off we went (the man has an abundant supply of energy!). I couldn't have asked for a more perfect experience for Alessandro and Sarah ... not only was the sushi fabulous (really fresh), but George Clooney (and later Sasha Baron-Cohen) was seated at the table directly in front of us (ahhh, the view was amazing!)! Alessandro (and the lovely Sarah)is a burst of positive energy that will leave you feeling happy, revived and NOT wanting the visit to end. The most generous and considerate guest(s) ...... a host's dream come true!

Alessandro, you and Sarah will ALWAYS have a place to call home whenever you are in Los Angeles.

Baci e abbracci, Patrizia

Alessandro and Sara surfed my couch for one night and my only regret is they couldn't stay longer. He is a funny guy, and very friendly, maybe just a little wild and crazy, and definitely someone you want to hang out with.

 

I had the widest variety of food with this man and friends. From pasta at home to aperativo in the park, then sushi in the rain and finally lunch in the country with the parents who were the sweetest hosts of all!!

Alessandro is a good guy whith wicked sence of humor. He also makes a mean pasta that put me to sleep one evening. Never happened before...

Hope to meet you somwhere sometime, maybe I'll treat you the beer next time.

 

Alessandro & Sara stayed with me for 2 nights and I regret they didnt stay longer. We went out for a drink the first night but did really had the chance to hang out much afterwards. I was working and had a cold. Both are social, interesting, generous people. I felt very comfortable with them and for me it is always special to host people who are all dedicated to Couchsurfing! I would definately host them again! Hope to met you on another occassion. Take Care.

we enjoy a dinner togetherin copenhagen with good talking and laughing...hope we can meet again in Italy sometime

 

Alessandro is a very interesting, funny, energetic dude. He showed us the finer side of the northern Italian cuisine, it was awesome! And I was never ever bored during car rides ;-)

 

Alessandro hosted me and Rolando for two nights. It was fun driving around looking for open places to have dinner when it was late and had Ferre d'agosto on top of that. Thanks to him I know the difference between pizza and focaccia and tried the delicious San Simone. He is really helpful as well as Zara, without her help we would've wasted a lot of time tryingin to figure out how to get to the city. Thanks for everything! it was a pleasure to surf your couch!

 

This guy now only saved my life while i was homeless in torino, but went further by inviting me to have an out of mind crazy dinner with a bunch of awsome italians. Real italian wine, real italian pasta and other stuff, real italian girls. man that was great! thank u for everything. btw, did i mention he´s a doctor! we need more of u here in cs! lol

Alessandro is a helpful, wonderful host! He very kindly let me crash at his with hardly any notice and made a really big effort introducing me to his life, friends and the way things are done in Torino. I'm a bit of a space cadet at the best of times and he made sure I didn't end up lost and wandering around forlornly. We went to a pasta festival and was shown around the city complete with guided tour in many languages. Thanks for a good surf and all your help and time x :)

Well, I only have gratefulness words to Alessandro. I think that he is a very carismathic person (I think like his father), very patient guy (I mean with the loco in the bar, and maybe with me too!!). I must say sorry for not share the gym (I prefer to share the birra!). And a extra thanks to his girlfriend Sara (very nice girl, I think that fix perfect with Alessandro!), of course to the "Big familia" (father, mother (very patient too with my spaninglishtaliano) and grandma), and of course his friend Silvio (revolutionary guy!) that host me in his Home (where I'm writing this lines!)...

The good doctor hosted me for two nights and for two nights he kept me as his own. This was the very first time i couch surfed and it was definitely a very positive experience--and one of my best times in Italy. I got lucky finding Alessandro, he taught me a lot about CS and forgave many of my silly --allbeit endearing-- antics. This guy is a great host with personality to boot. Thanks for an awesome stay in Turino Alessandro, i really did spend my last few nights in Italy having an awesome time!

Alessandro was host of mine & my friend Hanna in Torino. We couldn't spend a lot of time togheter coz he's really hard-working & involved with CS, but possibility of stay in his flat was an amazing experience. I met there another CSers from whole Europe;) I think that he is really great person, funny & a little crazy but responsibile & trustworthy. And yes, it's a pity that we couldn't spent more time in Torino.
PS Hmm i'm more reflexive?;) it's truth,too short time spending togheter;)

First of all i have to thank Alessandro for making me realize the importance of a proper profile on CS. For opening his heart and door to two "nuts" and for beeing an amazing host with wonderful friends whose company we enjoyed a great deal. There is simply no point in describing Aless, you have to meet him in person then you'll know for sure what we mean. Thank you for giving us an amazing first CS experience, and we hope to see you again.
Much love
Allan & Ida

Alessandro has hosted me and my friend for one night in his nice flat in Torino. It was short time there but for sure very interesting experience with big CS family where you can meet many interesting guys! :) Alessandro was very good host for all of us. He invited me and my friend for an evening outside the city but we could not go there... :/ Alessandro and his girlfriend are helpful people, with Mirtillina I ve talked about my doubts connected with one CS user. She said me how to solve my problem. Thanks for help & very nice time! Hope we will keep a contact.

 

Dr. Winger (Alessandro) is a wonderful guy!!! I had an incredible experience staying with him in Torino and wished I could have visited with him longer. He was extremely friendly and very helpful... Dr. Winger is also a lot of fun... it was so fun doubling him on his bike... I was laughing so hard that I almost couldn't peddle. This CS experience will be hard to beat! It was also a pleasure meeting many other CS'ers with Dr. Winger in Torino...! Thanks so much!

would you trust a crazy doctor who heal all diseases with the "hospitality therapy??!".. if his name is alessandro, yes, you can fully trust and have fun with him!!he's generous and genuine in the way he live and talk!

 

Litle misunderstanding on my arrive date,he said me that he wasn't on Turino so i said him : "i'm sure to give you the good date ! Do you know somebody can help me ?" and he answered me :" don't worry i will never left an couchsurfer sleep on the nature". So i met some other couchsurfers it was a very good evening and the day after i met Alessandro, it was very too short in one nigth to speak with him because he's a very interesting guy ( and sarah and Paolo) and i like one day to meet him again

I met Alessandro e Mirtillina in my first CS Experience, very nice person in the perfect cs spirit. Thanks for all!

It's great to meet someone intelligent to talk to, who has good taste for movies and music. Too bad I came during the week and we haven't spent a lot of time together. But you know, the quality of the time is more important than the quantity. Not to mention his girlfriend's good company (don't be jealous, buddy). You know you and she are more than welcome in Brazil! I hope you find the same trust and hospitality you give your guests on your trips. Cheers!

Even if you're not into spirituality, naturality and boring rock, you will be fine with him, because he's very open minded. Personally I'm a technology-freak and we still enjoyed each other.

 

Alessandro was my first CS experience and a really good one, he did so many things to me, and make me feel really good and comfortable at his place. For me he is professional couchsurfer! And a kind of model to me!
Thank you so much for all!
I would have like to have more time to enjoy his heavy italian jokes! Surely the next time i'll come to Torino!

 

Alessandro was a terrific host, very welcoming and hospitable and accommodating! He also seems like a fun and funny guy. It's too bad we couldn't stay longer and get to know you better. Thanks for everything!

Alessandro hosted me two nights for my first travel in Torino. Thanks for that, it helped me a lot. i survived to Sandro and will be back soon in Torino !

Alessandro RockS! He was so generous and an incredible host! I loved his humor! I was laughing so hard that I couldn't breathe at times! He has a Big Heart and I hope we connect when he comes to CA.!

Couchsurfing with Alessandro was awesome. We didn't get to hang out as much as I would have liked but he was so funny, nice and welcoming. I hope we meet again!

He's a nice guy and I've learned from him many things about CS. I've hosted him and he has hosted me. In both cases it was a very good experience. Alessandro is very kind, he organized a pizza with his friends and we talked about movies, music and travels until late at night.

I met Allesandro as he was visiting my housemate Massimo for a few days. He is a really interesting and funny person and it was cool to hang out and have some lunchtime beers in the 'Blob Shop'!I look forward to meeting again somewhere as i'm sure we will, all the best!

 

ooooooooohhh thanksssss for your presence in Bolognaaaaa!!!! Alessandro is cooooool person and fantastic ambassador of LIFEEEE!!!! Salutos bolognues

 

he was our first couchsurfing host and was amazing; super accomodating, funny, and knowledgable about turin. he offered to let us stay another night without us even having to ask, which of course we accepted. his girlfriend and friends were also extremely welcoming; all were just very cool, entertaining people.

If you have health problems, or you need somebody that prepare a great pizza, Alessandro is always the right person! Really difficult to find somebody (a man,in particular!!!) able to do so different things in the same moment. Alex see you next meeting, I will perform also with jam!

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Allesandro was really fun to talk with in the groups and hosted me in turin. Hag a great time but the trip was cut short due to flooding. a great guy.

A very pleasant, kind, patient and good guy. He hosted me with a common friend, even if he didn't know me. A very positive acquaintance.

Hyper active...I'm sure it's hard to him watching his hands..during meeting he was always involved in some kind of activity..cook..organize..never stop!
Thumb well up!

Beatiful experience! Alessandro is a very ambassador! he take care of me and my gf and my friends. He's very open and funny. I hope to meet him and his gf again, everywhere. their or my house. everytime welcome! Ciao!

 

Alessandro did his best to make my first CS experience as a guest really memorable. He is very active, always on the move (when he is not playing videogames, an activity he takes very seriously :P): he will involve you in all that he does and introduce his many CS friends to you. I particularly appreciated the “fritto misto” night: we got a plate full of all sorts of fried food, including vegetables, meat, brain and even an “amaretto” biscuit… a wonderful and unforgettable gourmet experience!!!

I met him while my stay in Torino. He is an extremely nice and positive guy!

He's very funny. It's a pleasure to spend the evening with him!

 

I met him during a CS dinner: Ale is extremely talkative but I think he is a good person you can trust in. Hope to meet you soon!

 

Ale is a person who is very interesting to be around. There's always something going on when he's there. There's always some pun to be made, some joke to be cracked. I cannot express enough how helpful he was during my stay, and I am very grateful. People like him make the world a much more colorful place to live in.

now that i know him better, i could say that " a smia propi 'n balengu,ma l'è 'n brau fio ". Hope to return in Turin to see him soon (even cos we have some wii games to play all toghether and a chocolate-chupito to gobble up ;P)

 

"DR.W" alias "Alessandro" alias "Alexander the Terrible" (when he got angry for some OT post in the groups)!
I hosted him in Milano some months ago while i was in Bratislava. THAT'S MEAN:
1) he is really trustworthy
2) I am really crazy to leave him my home's keys
anyway when i was back at home all was perfect (but, i think, tks to Mirtillina ;-) )
Then i met Alex in some meetings in Milano and i can say that i really like him. He is really helpfull with all people and it is really interesting to chat with him not only about CS.

I really would love to have a trip with him. Who knows.. maybe on day..

Such a great sense of humor coupled with a big heart make knowing Alessandro very easy. I wish we had more time to chat, but being as popular as he is, its difficult to find time when someone isn't trying to talk with him! Thanks for making me feel so welcome!

 

Yes! Yes! Yes! I know its late!!!
Doc - it was great meeting you with Stefano - first in a kebab place and then another night at a restaurant for dinner - you have a fabulous wit and a zany sense of humour - you are the man of torino - oh i do hope our paths cross again!!
ps just a phone call from Doc and i had couch in genova
pps and i have to add the spelling is awkward -
Doc, thanks again, you are the best!!!!

Everywhere-guy.
I think the Alessandro resumes the real spirit of CS.

Alessandro was extremely generous & a great host! Eating dinner with him and other fellow couch surfers from the area around Turin, Italy was definitely an experience!! Very knowledgeable, funny and entertaining guy! I definitely appreciated his hospitality and look forward to hopefully one day seeing him again!

 

Everytime is a pleasure to see Alessandro and his girlfriend. she would like that we adopt him but we prefer to take him in small doses. He's ironic and always ready for coming here for have fun. See u next Milan-party or everywhere.

Hey buddy! too strange speak english with u! well, Alessandro is a sparkling guy who definitely belive in his CS mission, he is cute and smart and i loved meet up with him!

I joined my friend K-Reine in Torino to met Alessandro! And as she told me, he's really a nice and funny guy, a pleasure to talk to! I enjoyed the lovely night we spent in the pizzeria talking in french/german/english/italian and with hands of course! and then "le Bourreau bourré" where we had our micro fight about wine! Hope we'll see you with Sara in Switzerland to tast our good wines ;-) Thanks for your hospitality and kindness!
Take care, xxx
Marisa

 

ale is the master of fires!!!

 

Alessandro is a great guy, smart and clever, despite of his sense of humour... :)
He honoured me and Claudia with his presence at the Paganello meeting we've organized.
He surprised me with his sensibility, and for the care he shows in little things... and for sure he can tell good music!
Ale, next time you come here don't be so shy!!

First you come to know he’s a physician, and somehow he doesn’t fit into picture. Then you read he’s a gastroenterologist and an endoscopist, and for some twisted reason, you believe that. Even if you don’t know what that means; something with both a dark and a sunny side. A metamorphosic profession, probably. Interesting person and very good company.

We've met in Rovinj on the meeting by Vayu G. He's an interesting person and wish next time to talk some more with him.

he is fun, and maybe he look serious but is always looking to have fun
seems to me an interesting c.surfer

now here is a sensible guy with some good humor up his sleeve :) good times island hopping and cs together in croatia, i hope i'll be seeing him soon in california.

Alessandro is a interesting guy.... we had great time in Rovinj on a boat and party in my house.
Next time we meet , we can talk more I hope !

The idea of driving all night long to go back to Torino after the Rovinij meeting did not cast the slightest shadow over Alessandro's smile....a hero!

As Joost said here below, Alessandro saved our ass from the streets of Torino. He showed us patiently and with joy his beloved country side house and village.

Alessandro, you know who to call when you are stuck in the middle on Queensday in Holland, right? ;)

 

I met Alessandro when I was travelling in Venice. He's cool and very open to talk about everything. We must see next time in Torino, Or maybe will you come in Grenoble !!

he brought me to the Istra's meeting and that time was so great for me!I could know his happiness and good sense of humour!He's very clever ( more than he wrote on the profile) and very positive. I'm pleased to meet him!

Alessandro totally saved us (me and a friend) in Torino. Naive ase we were trying to find a host on the 1st of May he generously showed us the city, his hometown and gave as a amazing place to sleep. On top of all he gave us a ride to Alessandria to help us on our way. Alessandro, thank you so much for hosting us!

 

We met in Milano during BCN counter-invasion and we shared some awesome moments, like late night clubbing, pic-nic at the park and final aperitivo. It's also thanks to him if I have so gorgeous memories about that week-end. Alessandro is an experienced surfer and a very amusing, friendly and bright man. It was a real pleasure to meet him.

Alessandro is a 'leader' - and I know he will like being considered this way ;-)
He is a positive person, with a very good sense of friendship and able to make all the people around him feel definitly fine in a very simple way.

 

Alex is great! Good companion to be with for any reason. You rock! J

I was planning to host him, finally I didn't... may be for the next invasion??

 

we just had a little but enjoyable chat during the spanish invasion in milan... and now the september is marked in my calendar for some reason...?! ;)

 

doc winger...an old friend...an old crazy boy..an old one i met him during the early days of Ur, Babilonia...^^

as a doctor he cares, as a friend he dares..he's laser-precise, funny in the best way: IRONIC ^^
Even if I knew him 12 years ago, I discovered his sense of humour late but I was aware of his culture, musical, art, tecnical matters...is a pleasure to work, talk, look at the human behaviour with him, and...time flies away, hours become minutes...what a good boy to have behind your shoulders and finally...we got a tremendous love for music, the right answer.

in short: a perfect torinese!

Infinity is a state of mind.

This guy is positively nuts - smart, good-looking, martial arts expert - but the highlight was certainly busting out the moves on the Paganello dancefloor! See you in Dublin Alex!

 

we didn't really talked too much, but this is due by the fact that there were so many people at the invasion!! what a pity.
Anyway, I have the very feeling that alessandro is a nice and trustworthy person, he showed to be an easy going and interesing guy. hope to meet him again!

He's a funny guy, a little bit obsessioned of his new helmet but always with a good suggestion for any problem ;-)

 

He is a funny guy, willing to have fun and enjoy life. He talks a bit of spanish ( je) and wants to improve it.
Hope to see you again.

Cheers

Alessandro is the type of pal that could make even a rock starting a conversation :p He come at my place during the night and we enjoyed an interesting talk about many subjects.
Easy to host, if you want to make him superhappy, drive him to the best sushi place of your town!(I didn't, but he wouldn't surely mind :p) All the best!

he's a very helpful person....people with battery cables in the car are getting rare!!
ci vediamo al prossimo meeting...porta i cavi...non si sa mai!!!

 

Hey Doctor...leaves the patients alone!!! as P.F. sang!!!!!
A. is crazy, totally crazy, he seems out of a film of Stanley Kubrick; He is intelligent, friendly, brilliant however he does not save anyone from his highly caustic beats and this is why I adore Him and I call him: Dr. House!!!
Hope to see y very soon!!!

xxxTiziana(Tweety)

very nice guy, long hair and motorbike... long hair long life, as the people was usual to say in india. have fun and see you! tt

Alessandro took us in last minute when our previous plans crashed! He was very sweet and entertained us with stories while he painted is kitchen.
We enjoyed a delish meal of kebabs and such and chatted lots about exrays and whatnot :)
I look forward to seeing more of his at the BCN Invasion this weekend!

 

finalmente ti ho trovato! mi ha aiutata giovanna ... :)
I'm happy to meet you and hope to see you again in may at massimo's, keep in touch!

 

First we met in Massimo's place for Pasquetta then recently after Taormina's NYE party I hosted in my place in Palermo.
He seems so interested to know and meet people with true CS spirit. I hope to write and update more next time I think this is only the begin for next amazing meeting and why not for next visit in Sicily that seems he loves much :-)))
UPDATE: just happen all I wrote before, I met Alessandro again in Sicily, for a big meeting party (NYE) and I hosted him in Palermo!!! I'm proud he was my first guest this year, just for 1 of january! Alessandro has really nice humour, CS need member like him! Now I need to visit him in Turin surely! Trust him 100%

 

Alessandro is a smart and active guy, generous and polite, we had a very good time in Rimini and Bologna, hanging out with other CSers, my consideration is absolutely positive, and I hope we'll organize something togethere someday, maybe a Torino invasion? ;)
Ciao Alessandro!!!!!

ci siamo conosciuti al meeting di paganello, ospiti nella casa-fattoria di elisa...hahahaha in san marino, è stato davvero bello perchè eravamo ben 5 surfers sotto lo stesso tetto, quindi vi è stata una mescolanza di racconti di viaggi ed esperienze di vita molto particolare...ah, ovviamente se avete bisogno di un compagno di video giochi ale è la persona giusta!!!!! tutto il giorno a giocare a "gals panic!" video gioco da sala giochi anni 80 che si trovava nel soggiorno della casa di elisa (con vite infinite hahaha!)
poi ale mi ha spiegato(grazie) quali sono i ruoli dell'ambasciatore e l'essenza del progetto cs: ho avuto un maestro attento e disponibile. disponibile soprattutto coi 2 miei amici non cs i quali erano,sono e saranno molto scettici su questo modo di condividere la vita con gli altri.

ale, grazie
:-)
un abbraccio
:-)
max

he's funny, always enjoying, full of energy and passionate of CS!! he has been a great guest to me!! nice and full of attentions,and so "there for you"!!

 

Great sense of humor and really smart guy. He arrived, made shure people would remember him and left only after one day.....sorry that's not the right way to act :P next time hope you'll stay a bit longer!

 

Mitico Alessandro. It has been a real pleasure to hang out with him at Paganello meeting. See you guy :-)

Nice guy!

was very glad to host alessandro and friends in my garden for the CS party.... after all he lives in a beautiful place such as Torino so never say never i'll visit one day...
ciao alessandro...anche a te ci vediamo presto!!

Great driver, brave singer, good talker (wit spirit & funny jokes!)...hei, U need 2 join Bologna group: come & mess around here soon!C ya:-)

 

Alessandro was a great host. We joined the "Pizza Meeting" in Torino and had dinner in an old Trainstation. He even drove us to the meeting point at 5am the next morning :) He's funny, spontaneous and very down-to-earth. Stay with him if you are in Torino!

We were in france with a friend and we decided at 11AM to drive to somewhere and it happened to be italy! We arrived late at night in torino, and after diferents adentures, we met Alessandro our saver for 2 nights and we've been received greatly! Dear ale, thanks again for everything -couch-dinner-visit-conversations- liguria was great also! Take care!

 

I met "il doctore" for one evening in Torino. Man, he is great to be around. Too bad we did not have more time to share more interesting conversations. I also love his sense of humour. I hope he'll come to Parigi one day!

Don't miss his picture where he plays fool at one of his friend's wedding! Simply hilarious!!! Doc, you're the best!

 

Thanks to him, Fede and Andrea I've been deeply involved NOT to miss CS meeting in Turin!
I've been his guest together with Stefano and pc-man Marcus :)).
It has been funny to see his jokes with "poor" Andrea :)
meeting WingCastles means have a lot of laugh, fun but also good chat, so I hope to meet him in liguria, bologna, turin or somewhere else just to have other occasions to chat more than what we've done these days.
UPDATE 15/07/07 I've been again in Turin and surfed his couch too!As a guest you’ll be very very lucky if he can host you at his house and it'd be nice stay there for more than a day!He really knows how to enjoy this city, night and day...day and NIGHT!!
Thanks for all and to introduce me to other Csers Dario, Rita, Mirtillina and Bobby G.TO BE CONTINUED :)

I went to Turin for a short weekend but it was very intense and i came back happy. I wanted to meet Alessandro and i wasn't disappointed, i would like to see him and his so welcoming friends in my city,perhaps we'll be friends for a long time.

 

Alessandro is an interesting person. A doctor who is also attracted by "non conventional medicine" and oriental practises. Good openminded guy. Had some conversation with him, but I hope to go deep further with a new chance. We aren't so far too to meet again!

 

he took me around torino, and then some.
from pizza parlors to meditation: i had a great time talking with him. very interesting guy, and hope to surf with him again!

Alessandro is a very funny guy and every time you go out with him you feel in a peaceful state of mind and completely open to know every kind of person, he has the capability to concentrate your attention on his funny jokes and gives you all his generosity...great guy

The doctor, but for us,table companions at "sushi all'osteria", Alessandro is the teacher of sushi or also Mr Koinouchi! :)
And maybe during the sushi lunch it was born a love!!! but this is no business of mine ;)
See you at next sushi, or kebab, or pizza, or pasta...

 

Ale was the one who finally gave me a really and meaningful opportunity to try Sushi for the first time. He is a Sushi expert...aren't you Japanese?? :-)
We spent a really great weekend together on those CS meetings.
He has an impressive general culture.
Pleasant guy, good sense of humour and also talkative and easy going...
Hope to see him soon and... thanks for the Sushi experience...

 

we start to laugh from the first second
"e ma tanto li si sa che" :-) !!!
great feeling of this guy that is also able to take hard slap and smile,from someone here under:-) we all know that be ambassador is painful job :-) ....
he even kiss me on the cheeks with his beard :-O !!!
Hope to meet again and speak more ... bella Ale alla prossima!!!

 

I had the pleasure of meeting Alessandro at a huge CS aperitivo in Milan. Maybe he was so bored in his little mountain hut and needed a great CS night. He chose the right city when visiting us!

I heard much about him - good and bad .. lol. He has quite a witty sense of humour and is much fun to be around.

I will update my reference soon when I will meet him again!! And that time I will also have some Speck for you!!

I confused his name with Alessandro Cabella :( but I recognized his face (now more 'Skardi' of Pitura Freska,in London,much more student of Oxford)..
among so many others,during another great Aperitiv in Milano.
Lets wait for the next meeting,mate!

 

Dr winger is a nice guy with a great passion for CS project. I had the occasion to meet him many times during official and un-official CS meeting.
He encouraged me to involve more and more in CS until I finally hosted my first guest. I really thanks Alessandro for this great experience... and it's just the beginning.

Alexander is a hero.

He absorbed nearly 100 decibels emitted from our 24 instruments with great courage.
A trauma that mark for a whole life.

:-)

a character. one of those who makes you think. a playful pest. how does this man have so much time for people? not scared to tell a relative stranger they are being a dick. which is good. especially if you have at times dickish tendences

Alessandro is an interesting chap with a very good level of English. He is well-travelled, interesting and he has a very good sense of humour. The food and hospitality that we enjoyed were great, even if we ran him out of tea bags. Just don't even think about eating in the back of his car!

Alessandro rescued me from a night of sleeping on the street and I ended up staying at his place, off and on, for over a week. We both experienced a very unique CS experience that included a lot of miscommunication and misunderstanding, which we worked out over time. I was fortunate to have met his family, whom I adore enormously and who took me in as if I were their own. I'm especially grateful to Alessandro for trying to diagnose me medically and for letting me come and go in his home. I wish we had better opportunities to get to know each other because I feel that Alessandro is a very caring and kind soul. Let me know when you come to the states!

 

ATTENTION! :D:D:D:D
You will meet a True CS Spirit!

I already knew Alessandro "virtually" for ages since we joined CS :D but we didn't manage to meet until June 2007! The good feeling about him I had when chatting was confirmed when he came in Padova, we met face to face and
I hosted him in the middle of an exam session :D. But, indeed, it was a well-worth spent time and it was nice having pizzas, walks in town, icecreams, aperitives, Mestre (that usually I don't like too much), and especially all the different and interesting conversations we had...Alessandro is a truly smart person, talkative and with a *huge* and sometimes cinic (maybe because he's a doctor? :D) sense of humour that you will like :) (well, at least, I liked!)
We have been also "colleagues" as Country Ambassadors, so we discussed and we still discuss online about different CS topic and issues. For sure Ale has a natural CS spirit inside, being very sharing with everyone!
I'm waiting to meet him again soon, in the while, don't hesistate to visit him ;): as a perfect guest I'm sure he is a perfect host too! :)

Alessandro was a great guy to meet. He has great sense of humor and some really interesting points of view. A missed conversation with him is a missed opertunity to laugh, learn something about Italy, and have a good time in general!

Alessandro is a clever person, acute observer and attentive listener.
Behind the first impression of always joking, he hides an agile and curious mind.
He is also a person of high principles, even though he tries to hide that, and of upper class family; furthermore he is generous and always available to help.
He is hyper-active, he would like to do a thousand thing and, usually, he succeeds.

Alessandro and his family are special! I spent one night in his big house in Turin;)Pleasant company! He knows so much good music. We fell asleep listening to Ryuichi Sakamoto... It doesn't happen so oft, oder? Thanks a lot and see u!Please best regards to your cool father and to your kind mama.

Alessandro has a good sense of humor and a "light but deep" attitude towards life! I had a nice dinner with him and other CS and a night tour in the countryside around Torino.

Alessandro is really funny and you can tell is a very genuine person. He's what Americans think Italians are supposed to be like - extremely open and proud of where they live and they want to show why Italia is great! My only regret is that we only spent a few hours hanging out.

well thats quite a lot what ale has written about me but sure for all the good reasons almost all the adjectives he used for me also apply to him and a bit more so, cool, friendly, outgoing, expressive, helpful and concerned...well a person worth meeting......

I met Alessandro at an unofficial CS gathering in Torino over Christmas. He is very friendly and nice to be around, and awesome to talk to. A few days later, under some stressful and difficult circumstances, he extended his hand to help me out. It was great spending New Year's with you. Thanks Alessandro, and keep an eye out for the next Meatloaf album!

He is one of the locomotive member of Couch surfing Group in Torino. I am sure you will absoluetly not get bored while talking with him! And since he is one of the best doc. in Torino you can consult him if you get sick on travel !!:)))

Alessandro was a great host! I recomend couch surfing with him - he is a cool guy.

I had beautiful and active 2days with Alessandro: the best pizza in the whole Piemonte, the most POSH;)disco which was fun, a birthday party,a few motor riding he made me experience Torino and it's people- so cheerful people.
And he's got lovely parents!!!!

 

we met a first time during the CS pic nick in Milano - he was really nice... adding his charisma to the great atmosphere of the meeting!
The he organized the meeting in Punta Chiappa and i was his host last week end (21 10 2007)... so i had the occasion to realize that he is open minded, sometimes sarcastic and always nice... "wise" enought to solve problems with diplomacy!
12/2007 update: he is something like a "words' torrent"!
Friendly and easy talk with everyone!

... trust him, also because "in Torino, they know how to drive a car!" ;-D

After NYE in Taormina update: hey it was another occasion to talk talk some time... it's great the way he has to face complex thing - to know when to be serious but the ability of taking an hyronic mood to make them easyer!

Don't let the quick, sarcastic sense of humor fool you, Alessandro is also very pensive and deeply intellectual. He was kind enough to take me in on short notice. I was sorry to only be able to stay one night with him.

We met in couple of Turin meeting.. He' s friendly and funny, a nice person to talk with..

 

Alesandro is a friendly and talkative person. Hope to see him again in Italy...

I had the pleasure to meet Alessandro on the occasion of my debut CS meeting. He's an extremely positive, witty biker whom I believe I share a very similar vision of life and humor within. I feel like we've known each other for a long time and I definitely look forward to wrap up a solid friendship!

 

It's very difficult for me to write a reference for Ale; we've been knowing each others for more than 13 years, since when we were in the middle of the high school. Since that moment we grew up together, sharing an enormous amount and variety of experiences, being witnesses or active parts of the other's events of life, inner and external, and deep confidents to receive emotions and thoughts. We have been a constant part of the other's life, daily, for all this time. And it's still like that. So if you come to visit me or him, it will be very strange you'll miss the other. We are very different, even tough we understand perfectly each other and sometimes we share the same feelings, in particular the very deep ones, to those we react in a different way. We both, in very different manners, were considered and probably are, difficult characters to relate with. But still the strength of what runs between us keep us together. Sometimes, not so rarely, you'll see us discussing, having very different opinions about some topics; in some cases you'll see us even querreling. Don't worry, we've always been working like that and it worked very well.
So now a list of some of his good qualities and skills:
-he's very practical, so if you got a practical problem to solve, mechanical, burocratical, informatical, of logistics, and so on, you can lean on him.
-if you want to laugh, he's the one; he can be very subtle and witty or on the opposite very raw and you'll here him laughing three rooms far. Sometimes this can create some tension in particular in people who don't know him, not expecting and not being used to this. So be prepared. If you take it in the proper way, meeting him could be an amazing experience....
-music is one of his over-all interests, and he has a very fine knowledge about many artists and their music, lyrics, histories, ideas and particularities. He has one of the largest CD collection I ever seen with many rarities and his room is covered by images and stuff connected with this. So if you want to listen to very good music his home is the place.
-I could add many other things but I think it would be unproper for this kind of reference which is even too long, so let me add only a warning. Ale learnt how to modulate, in particular with new guests. But he's still very impulsive and sometimes what he considers soft it's very strong for other people. So don't judge a book by its cover....stay and you'll see the natural beauty of rough stones like we are.

 

Alessandro overcame our initial failed meetup plans and GPS adventures to spend a night with me and other Torino friends in Boston. This country ambassador is friendly, flexible, funny, and totally crazy about used record stores. I wouldn't hesitate to host him again.

I was very well received in Punta Chiappa by Alessandro and his girlfriend, he was a great organizer, one of my funniest day in Italy ... thanks for the hospitality.

 

I had a wonderful time meeting and spending an afternoon with Alessandro in Torino. He gave a quick tour of Torino city center and then some coffee at a nice cafe. It was very pleasant meeting him and getting to know him.

 

Alessandro was a nice host. It was nice because we got to meet most of the Torino CS group too. Too bad we didn't get to eat sushis. I hope you saw our note, Alessandro, and sorry for having to leave so early but we had to catch the train. I hope everything goes well with your shelves.

Alessandro hosted me for two nights letting me to take part in some Torino's group gatherings. Thanks to Alessandro, i have improved my skills in mounting book (CD)shelfs :) Moreover Alessandro is very good in parking a car in a garage (at 5 in the morning) :D Beside all this He was a good host and a good company. I will visit him again next time I will go to Torino.

 

Outgoing, funny guy with cool green glasses haha Alessandro was a great host, we had a good time with him and his CS friends from Turin. Looks like he is friends with everyone in town so surfing his couch is very V.I.P. HAHA yesssssir

 

Non sta mai zitto! E forse per questo è facile conoscerlo e capire che si tratta di una persona aperta, disponibile e amichevole. Sempre pronto a confrontarsi su qualunque argomento, è anche piacevole perchè molto intelligente. E poi è un medico che farebbe impallidire Dr House: praticamente un guru! ;-)

It is never quiet! And perhaps this is easy to know and understand that this is a person open, available and friendly. Always ready to discuss any topic, it is also pleasing because very intelligent. Finally, he is better than Doctor House! ;-)

 

Alessandro kept us going from place to place with funny conversation and an interesting attitude, even though he was really tired from traveling and traveling...

While you think Alessandro is trying hard not to be serious about anything, he is organizing you a perfect stay in Turin. You can really have a good time with him if you are a couchsurfer: he is one of the italian reincarnations of CS.

 

Had the chance to meet Alessandro while he was visiting Quebec City. He is very positive and loves to be sarcastic. He makes a great pizza, even if getting all the ingredients needed is a challenge ! Hopefully I will have the pleasure to meet him again in Italy (or maybe at a Meatloaf concert ?) La possima volta, dobiamo parlare solo italiano !

 

Alessandro is a phenomenon in himself ! Take us a little time of adaptation to better know eachother, but after that it was just great time !! We went in bike all around, cook together (sorry for my mistakes !!), party together, hike in the top of a mountain with 100km/h wind, visit Qc city by night, assist at a poutine contest, have a drink with friends... Enjoy italian parking, italian stop, italian red light, italian pizza, italian pasta.... Just need to be red and it's italian kind !!
I love your crazy face and just one more time : I don't know ! :oS See you when we will go together in London by the... I don't remember the name of the place ! ;oP Anyway, if you pass by Turino, ask him to go on bike ride with him (if he still have one ;oP) !! He's just on fire ! Really great person that you have to discover !! Taste of Italia !

 

For someone who likes to eat like me, eating a real pizza made by a real Italian in a real friendly party, what a delicious experience.

oct '08: alessandro & the very lovely sara visited quite serendipitously to a shuffle but "everything always works out" way of life. they're kind, comfortable, entertaining, & generous. thank you for the delicious cookies! andrew loves the beavis & butthead!! i hope our mutual love of music will inspire a lifetime of sharing. i look forward to future visits and more opportunities to share seattle oddities and the best sushi restaurants in town (minus time constraints). i have no doubt that should we reside in the same town, these two would be dear friends.

sept '07: we traveled to a beautiful farm for a pigroast... walked the land and experienced the beautiful misty, seattle weather on our faces. dr. a left stories, delicious candies, a cd of italian music, and a void that i could have done so much more. come back kind man and i'll SHOW you seattle! i want to visit you!

 

Even though his stay was short I had a great time talking and getting to know him! He's a very nice and interesting character. I really hope to see you in Italy.

 

Alessandro is the funniest doctor I've ever met...no, actually he's probably the funniest guy I've ever met and the one and only funny doctor I've ever seen...(and I know what I'm talking about) :) He's someone impossible to describe but you definitely have to meet him! Great time ensured!

 

Alessandro, would you marry me? Come on, I make good poutine! I hope to meet you in the best place on earth (Torino) one day!

Alessandro is a super fun Italian couch surfer, he hired a car and drove three of us to a stunning mountain range in northern Quebec called Charlevoix. We also had some time to explore a bit of Quebec city, down a pint or two, and eat the famous Quebecan Putsin dish. He must be seen to be believed :D

Although Alessandro tells me that he was in a quiet mood while he was here he was still very sociable, totally funny, cooked 3 of us a fabulous dinner, went out for drinks two nights in a row with other CSers, tried out circus classes with my friends and survived a night at Sneaky Dees just before an all night bus trip. Looking forward to visting him in Italy!

I just remember that I asked Alessandro to surf his couch in september or october 2006... what happened? He gave me his cell phone number and I didn't contact him... that's a shame! I would have a great time!

Don't miss a chance to meet this extraordinary guy. In french I would say: Alessandro est Docteur Bonheur!

Life gave me the chance to meet this guy in my own town at a CS meeting in Myriam's house. We talked a short time but that was enough to know that Dr Winger has this italian attractive joyfull extremely happiness to share to the entire world.

He has this little something special that makes everybody smile when he's joking or even when he's serious.

Molto gracie per la tua felicità! Ci rivediamo!

 

Alessandro is a ton of fun and was a big hit at our weekly couchsurfing meet. Come back any time!

 

Alessandro loves to have a laugh and tell stories. We spent an evening out with him and we killed ourselves laughing. A great fellow! Thanks, Dr. Winger!

I know him because he organized the meeting at Birrificio and I remember him as a nice and faithful person even if I think he don't remember me (we were lots of Couchsurfing members and he can't remember everyone...)

 

Seems like a great guy!

Alessandro and his friend Shilly invaded around dinner time, made fun of themselves, examinated VanIsland Vampires, learned about Yams and how to scare waitresses. They only stopped for taking a brief nap, until they proceeded talking about Italian culture and it's specialties, while bringing me breakfast to work. They are hilarious, a total riot! Absolutely, highly recommended guests - their stay here on the island was way too short. Hey, you are always welcome back!

I was lucky enough to surf Alessandro's (Aka Dr. Winger) couch as my first couch surfing experience. He is the life of a party, gets along with everyone and has a great sense of humour. At the same time he was also very sensitive to our needs and made us feel very welcome. If you are passing through Torino Dr. Winger is the man to meet.

 

I met Dr. Ale for the first time in Pistoia's meeting @ Massimo's. Then he hosted me, Massimo, Sere & Sabi during Traffic in Turin. We met again during Pizza Meeting in Pistoia in september. He is really funny and intelligent. Kind and smart as guest and as host (he was our guide in Turin). If you are in Turin you can not miss "our" ambassador!!!

 

Alessandro came to a Picnic I organized at my house with other CS friends. The following day we had dinner together with Roberta and our marvellous cook Deborah. We had a great time together and spoke about many things...wel I bored him to death with all my stories and he was so patient listening!! This guy is one of those who allow CS system to work, pushing everybody towards CS phylosophy!! Although it doesn't exist as a feature, he is no simple "ambassador", he's a CS SENATOR!!
I promise to spent some time with him next time I go to Torino (if he will still have some patience left...)
I suggest Alessandro and Roberta as a great enjoyable company!
***UPDATE 15/7/07****
He hosted me and other 3 CS friends in his house for 2 nights...hanging around with us all the time, showing and describing to us the beauty of his wonderful city and spending the night until 4a.m. having to work at 8a.m. in the morning. what else can be said!
***UPDATE 25/08/07****
Another update...this time Mr Senator has organized a great meeting on a beach in Liguria, wonderful place!! we should have slept in our sleeping bags on an uncomfortable beach ... but at 1.30 in the morning he called us and let us ALL 11 people (plus himself and Roberta) sleep in her apartment nearby!
Great meeting and great example of hospitality (compensating for his terribly bad manners!! ;-))
***another update??***
i keep on seeing this guy too often...but he's the CS senator, it's normal. This time is just to thank the incredible amount of work he managed to put up during the "pistoia pizza party"...the hardest work of all, spending a lot of time in front of the fire instead of enjoying himself in the party. This is only what a friend would do!
***update***
what to say? Alessandro has been reference for me in the CS world and an example to follow. A friend to rely on and a guarantee that CS really works!

Doctor Winger, my first couchsurfing experience.. a great experience. He is the real hospitality personification, very kind, absolutely positive, always smiling, extremely comprehensive (sad to recognise this as "not the most positive period of my life"). Ale and his girlfriend Roby introduced me to their friends Matteo and Silvio, both very nice. The best kebab I've ever tasted and delicious crèpes eaten in a very particular restaurant. He and Roby have been a special meeting in a very deep, hard moment.
Thank you.
I hope I'll see you again before or later, in Turin, in Florence, in Siena (I'd like to go to Miasto for an experience together) or wherever you want.

Extremely energetic, enthusiastic about CS, always curious about everything, always in for fun, laughs and meetings. He presses people to get involved in the perfect way and with perfect timing. I owe him my partecipation to the Natural Born Pizza meeting and turned out that he knew what I needed after a bad week much better than me. If the only good thing about CS was that I met Alessandro (which is not obviously) that would be quite enough for me

 

Alessandro organized a very nice meeting, and thanks to him I could meet even all the other group members. Thanks for your invitations at your place, but... you know... women...! Waiting for the next event in Torino, we'll be both there!

 

Met Alessandro and Roberta first in Pistoia, then on their beach-rocks party in Punta Chiappa and then again in Pistoia at Massimo 2d Pizza Party!
Great, sweet, intelligent, funny couple, helpful and with deep interest in other people. I really hope that we will meet again, and can not wait to visit ambassadors’ city and enjoy his hospitality :)))!! And sure, you are always welcome to my visit my small Belarusian home in Lugano.

Met alessandro in 3 different situations. Two times in Pistoia and one in Punta Chiappa meeting.
I am not used to leave reference if I don't know the person quite well and actually I haven't chat too much with him becasue really too many people around... but this time I couldn't help leaving a positive comment becasue I can say without doubt Alessandro is a really soul of CS! He organized a wonderful meeting in Liguria and, at about 1:30 in the morning, while we were choosing if to sleep in a humid sand beach or in an uncomfortable rock beach :-) he proposed us to let us (ALL OUR BIG GROUP OF 11 PEOPLE!!!!!) spend the night with him and Roberta in her place! A really wonderful example of hospitality!!

UPDATE 3/09/07
Just to tell him thanks for the big and really important help he gave to Riccardo and me during second Pizza party in Oliver_luni place!!! This time Pingo and I were having a lot of problems to fire the oven, we had struggled for more than one hour tryng to make burn that not so easy wood, then Alessandro arrived and in 15 minutes he made a perfect fire!!
Besides he prepared the first 3 kilos of Pizza (and he knew exactly what and how to do it in the best way) and then he spent pratically all the evening in front of the oven putting in and
pulling out really a lot of 'focacce' and 'pizze' in the heavyest work for a pizza maker! Thanks again!!

 

Alessandro could not have provided me with a better introduction into the couch surfing experience. My time with him in and around Torino was a wonderful conclusion to a two week way word tour of Italy.

 

I met Alessandro during Punta Chiappa's meeting. He seems a funny guy and surely an active cs

Thanks for organizing the "Punta Chiappa" meeting!
Alessandro was the focal point of the meeting, of course, and being more than 40 people we didn't have the possibility to talk too much... It was our very first CS-meeting and we didn't know anybody but we had a great day and met lots of nice people.

What can I add over hundred of references that I consider true about Alessandro? We know each others from a very long time (1991), we spent lot of time together, expecially when we were younger. I think that time (experiences...) got better its character, and probably also mine, so that we can be close friends altough we are pretty different. Really sensitive, funny, deep, intelligent, extravagant... I'm so happy to be a friend of him!

It's hard to get to know someone at a meet up with 40+ people there, but me and my wife would love to catch up with Alessandro and the Torino tribe in the future!

 

He hosted us during one night. We didn't have time enought to chat but Alessandro seems to be a very nice person. I hope to see him and his friends Debora and Federico soon (maybe in Nice). Thank you so much for everything Doc. Take care

 

First time we talk he called me "carciofona" (big artichoke...). There were three things to do: (1)kill him for the rest of his life (2)hate him for the rest of my life (3)give him another chance.
I chose the thirdone, and I'm so happy for my choice because, after all, he's not bad, he's just drawn that way ;P
He's funny, smart and very hospitable, his mission here in Turin is makes you always feel at home... if you'll surf his couch you will surely enjoy his madness... and a ride at 2 o'clock in the morning to the best kebab place in Turin!
... TO BE CONTINUED...

I heard so much about Alessandro and was really looking forward to meeting him. I could not think of anybody more suitable to be a country ambassador!! He is incredbly funny, very smart and super welcoming.
Great sense of humor and generous spirit just shines through.
One night is just too little a time: we are all waiting for you in Treviso Alessandro...for chats drinks and good times!

Dr Winger is a great guy, and im glad that he was part of my first couch surfing experience. Really bubbly and funny, always catering to his guests. His place is the perfect place to couchsurf.

 

Very funny and clever person

 

Alessandro! what a man! Hes a hilarious, open minded, super friendly guy! i felt so safe and comfortable in his house, and enjoyed excellent company and great food! His partner Roberta is just so lovely aswell, i was made to feel very welcome by both of them! Am very glad i met alessandro and feel already like he is a great friend, what a joker! thank you Alessandro for such an incredible couchsurfing experience! ciao for now!

Alessandro is a fantastic host...and great guy. Loves entertaining and great to plan fun dinners and walks around Torino. He loves that I use his computer all the time and I know he thinks I'm great even if every problem there is is my fault!!! I consider Alessandro and Roberta really good friends now...and I look forward to spending more time with them when is possible.

 

This was my first experience of CS as a guest and I couldn't have been more lucky! I crashed on Alessandro's couch and he really made me feel at home. He's so kind and nice. He introduced me to his friends too and we spent some nights together. I've never been in Torino before, but now I feel like it's a place I've always known.

What can I say about the inimitable Alessandro? Ok, so I already said he was inimitable. When he Waltzed into our lives, little did I know they would change forever. He's a charming sort, who made himself at home and I felt relazed in his company immediately. I really enjoyed our bizarre conversations and I think we were secretly trying to out surreal the other. Many a belly laugh was had. Just one thing! Be careful when giving your opinion about his fave musician Meat Loaf, the guy will defend him to the death, at least in so far as "if looks could kill". Be warned. Alessandro is a fantastic bloke and I look forward to meeting him again

I didn't have a lot of time to talk to him, but he gave me a very good feeling! Always smiling person and a reference for the Turin group! I hope to meet him again in others CS meetings!

 

What a host. Simply. What a host. Enthusiastic, helpful, knowledgeable, generous, fun, chatty... Always up for a talk, a beer, some food and being sociable. Great guy.

Bravo! Bellisimo! These are some of the terms that I can use to describe Alessandro and my experience with him. I was completley amazed at how well he was as a host. He is very funny and makes you feel like you are at home.I only stayed at his house one night but we hung out with him and his friends (who are also wonderful) a few nights along with our new host we were staying with. He is just an amazing person who loves life and adores people. He has this thing or ora around him that puts everyone in a great mood. You are always having a good time when he is around. He is definitely some sort of Super Human! He also is very caring and always willing to help you out. He just seems to have this thing called life figured out and you try to learn from his example.Well, bottom line if you are in Torino, and his couch is available, I suggest you treat yourself and surf his couch!

 

Alessandro is a great Country Ambassador, really active in CS; we usually meet at Turin's group dinners and hang out all together when we host Cser.
talkative, smart and funny guy! ...a little bit crazy too..! at the very first glance someone took him for a kind of guy from a "boy band"! I mean, he's such a crazy and fun guy! you couldn't believe he's a doctor! .....this is the amazing side of life: sometimes not everything is how it seems!!
don't miss to be hosted and spend time with Ale!!

I met him during a meeting. He's a very nice, talkative and easy-going guy. I know that he's very active in CS. During the CS meeting in which I met him it seemed that he's loved by almost everyone around him.
See You soon.

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What to say about Alessandro? What an extremely positive person and pleasure to know. He is always has something very funny to say, if it is about his job, or if it is about what is happening in the moment. Laughs aside there is a spark and depth to Alessandro as well.

 

Alessandro, what a patience he had ... and what a great time we had in the evening after the picnic as well. Pity I was quite tired. I look forward to meet him again one day, so I can tell him face to face how sorry I am for writing this reference so late and only after he removed the reference to me as I never found the time to write one back. Alessandro didn't we discuss a cook meeting at your place someday to be organized ... please let me know a bit in advance when you do so :)

 

which of the names below can describe Alessandro ?

a) Dr. Richard Kimble
b) Dr. Emmett Brown (Back to the future )
c) Dr. Oetker
d) Dr. J

if you find the correct answer ,you will win a couch from alessandro :))

all kidding a side ,ı met hım and sara thanks to rita and CS.he is definetly crazy genius.thanks for the funny dinner and fountain trick :)

 

What can I say about Alessandro? First, he is a fun and friendly host; enthusiastic to the max with an exceptionally funny sense of humor. We arrived on the hostest day in Torino's history, but luckily Alessandro had one room converted into an ice box. We indulged his Pepsi addiction and then drove around town encouraging the local drivers to drive just a little faster. Following a series of events, we needed a 4:30am wake up call, and Dr. W came to the rescue! Even delivered us to our meeting with pastries in hand :)

well.... what to say. I know him since a little bit of time. .before signing up to the couchsurfing... .he's reliable and sure serious person and as a host (for the rest he is likeable. .a clown even if of) it only lacks the red nose. .we'll work on it.. from what I am understanding one is much oriented in maintaining good efficency of the site. and in creating group between the recently enrolled one. .moreover he's helping me translate what I write in my page as I do not know English (hope that he translates all that I write on him in this moment eheheh)

Thanks to his quick answer at forum I participated at my first CS meeting in Torino.

 

He's a very mad guy... I say that in a positive way, naturally... He's very friendly and he hosts a lot of people all around the world...

ok, so he wants me to write something fool...
mmmmh...
I've not clear ideas about what I have to do...
some things are private and other people have not to know...

aleeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.......... ma vafangulo...................


prrrrrrrrrttttttttt

so very good guy etc etc :)
cheese!!!!

Ale and his wonderful girl Roberta showed us every conrner of their city giving us tons of informations despite the unbearable heat. Alessandro is the perfect host. even though it was not easy having the Tuscan crew (4 people!) all the same time in his place, he went the extra mile to make us feeling welcome.. the signs that "explained" us how to go around in 5 different languages need a mention! He offered us genuine hosting spirit. Pure CS breed!

Very nice guy, wonderful host.

Alessandro..Thanks for your help. Our stay in Turin was perfect above that we had some problems whith the car saturday night thanks to your smile, serendipity and your energy. Your home is warm thanks to true hospitality. see you soon ..

After meeting him last year, this time Alessandro hosted me and a friend of mine. We had a great time with him and Mirtillina. Alessandro is very talkative and witty. talking with him is always interesting and exhilarating.
I´m gonna vouch for him!

 

we went to have dinner and to drink something in a couple of times in some bar of turin with their friends and his girlfriend, we had a good time and was a beautiful experience to met him

He is our ambassador. And I love him for that. I feel in some way like...protected.
When I know that he is the man who coordinates everything here,I can go to sleep relaxed. And that's a great thing in our days.
Ambassador forever!!

 

What a fun guy to be around!
I was a little creeped out by his cs message, but that goes without saying since he was a little creeped out by mine. I just wish I hadn't been sick around this time.

We spent a beautiful night dreinking and eating and singing in Ostu and we had a very good time!
He's a very good ambassador very helpfull, nice and cool!

Strazzaculen!!!

I met Alessandro in the CS event 'London Calling' and from almost enemies:) we became almost best friends. He's got a biting sense of humor, kind hart and nice smile. Obviously art and geography is not his strongest sides, but this doesn't make him any less interesting and fun to be with.
It's a pitty that he lives in Torino and not in London, it would be nice to have him here:).

Strazzaculen!!!!!!

Ale, aka Dr. Winger is an extremely entertaining person... you will never get bored in his company.. I have visited him several times and have not been bored for a second - ever..
We have been doing trips through the country side, city.. anywhere.. being attacked by bees.. (one! - but that was enough for a striptease on the road-side :P) and .. yeah loads more... his music collection is amazing, fascinating!.. and his humour is very different from anything I have ever in my life come across.. as I said you won't get bored... great friend! Thanks for all the good times! :)

interesting talking guy, kind and claver, see you soon!

TERRIFIC GUY !!
Just a few emails & this guy was willing go out of his way to help me. Honest, sincere & genuine. A model couch surfing ambassador.

 

This is THE CouchSurfing man. I love easygoing people and this guy is the easiest ever. No operating manual, no cumbersome instructions, just turn it on and enjoy the nice company.. This thing can stand more than 4 different conversations at once and still being able to eat and drink. Marvelous. Of course he has some disadvantages as well. He's a doctor and will probably try to x-ray your pet and, too bad, he comes from Turin (!kidding!).
Did I say he has a great clown-girlfriend too? Wonderful guests, really hope to see them more and more.

 

We had a shit conversation and it was really interesting - read about what occupation Alessandro has and you will understand :-) He is always welcome here in Vienna and I think you also will have a good time with him.
Hugs, Marcus

Alessandro came in Siracusa riding his motorbike with his girlfriend and a gang of funny and clever friends.
We tried to break a guinness world record as the slowest dinner of all time but we failed.
We had a lot of time for casual and deeper conversation and wh shared ideas and suggestion about living in different city of Italy.
I found another open minded free rider...

You lie! I m the number one ! No-one can beat me in glasses conste ;)

 

Alessandro's host recipe:
1 ton of craziness,
2 kilos of happiness,
1 kilo of originality,
2 kilos of enthusiasm,
2 tons of friendliness and hospitality
500ml of joy
and a pinch of dark humor.
Mix everything very well and serve preferably accompanied with many friends and good moments.
I assure you that it's a great recipe!!!
Thanks Aless for hosting me. You are SUPER CHEVERE!!!!!

He is a very funny guy, always running around for meeting new people and having fun. And always talking about disgusting things... like his job... :D

 

We stayed with Alessandro for a night and it was an experience. He has a dry sense of humour and was great fun to be with. One thing we found really helpful was an italian driving lesson in a busy italian city at night in the rain. He taught Tony to drive without worrying about any road laws, double parking in a three lane hwy - while we went for icecreams and he tooted the horn many many times to help with certain situations - however we have found this lesson to be of great benefit since, while travelling in italy.
Great fun guy to be with and enjoyed meeting his interesting friends.

Messaggio promozionale: Choose your best Alessandro. Unpredictable? Barefaced? Quiete and philosophical? Big mouth? Confident? In english clothes? Always in love with his city and with people, anyway! Always a good deal, trust me! ; )

This guy is really lovely, intelligent and funny. We shall meet again!
Update: We met again! It was raining but we had Sushi, coffee, and conversations about the police, Hugh Laurie and Borat amongst other things. I was glad to show him my favourite Sushi place and the London that I know,Alessandro is a really nice, up-beat guy that could get on with anyone. I've learnt a lot from him.

 

Still can't understand how we made it possible to get in touch and meet that nite: me driving from Milan to Turin, a common friend front PC in Padova, your late dinner already planned in Turin, a polish paramedic willing to see the town by nite ... Thank you so much for everything, Ale, you made our quick stop in Turin even more special. Guys, this man is 100% fun! (but be careful if offered to eat a "Brontosaurus steak with salad and fries": he's a gastroenterologist, so he can, but we normal human beings ... who knows ... )

UPDATE AUG 2008: more and more meetings ... Always a pleasure, and still lots to talk about and share. Trust 100%

Alessandro was my first couchsurfer experience and I could not had a better one. He is a charismatic character, very thoughful and with a wonderful sense of humour. We all enjoyed of his company! I am looking forward to see him again, he is a good guy!

 

well,the Winger certainly likes to build up the anticipation of his arrival...Alessaaandro finally made it to my door, biscuits in hand and pea green specs perched on his Roman nose! Of the snatched moments we spent together on the crazy london calling weekend I found him surreal and charming at the same time...an easy presence with a crazy edge...an enthusiastic human being with a big passion and as much excitment for my dads records as me...He is Elvis!! And I await for my perfect Italian pizza.

Fun Loving, life of the party, a sport and highly cooperative team player describes Doc. Too bad, I was the host of speed friending so I did not get my turn to actually have a one on one chat with Roberto Benigni of CS!

 

He was one of the first guys I met during the meeting in London and pretty much one of the funniest. Very passionate for CouchSurfing! You should def visit him in Torino. As he says "What did you see in Torino while you didn't meet me there..." Having fun with him is a must...

 

I met Alessandro in hike and Hammam meeting, is a good musician singer..

Met at the May 2007 Couchsurfing Event in London - Really Nice guy, very warm and friendly - Hope to Meetup Again sometime soon

I knew Dr. Winger many years ago, because he was Federfico's best friend at that time... we always shared a lot of interests, travels, informatics, pc, iPods, and now Couchsurfing. He organized a Pizza at my place with Fats Lena and several other friends, and it was great fun. We went several times to the seaside on his bike, but then i got bored of being the passenger so i decided yo buy my own!!! Definitely a good couch to surf, a cool guy to hang around with, a great biker to ride with!!! We spent hours talking about everything and even more. I very often cook dinner for him, and i like eating his farinata!

 

Very nice person met in a great meeting!

 

Alessandro is not only my first host ever in Torino, which demands a mention, but also one of the best around. He invited me to his place, where he keeps an incredible Cd´s collection and controlled mess, along with fellow couchsurfers Giovanna and Marcus, and he really made us feel welcome. Funny guy, pretty smart and very active, Alessandro doesn´t miss a meeting. I can only recommend him to everyone looking for something more than a place to crash in Torino.

 

I spent with Alessandro only a few hours, when he invited me to joint a pizza-self-making dinner at his home. Unfortunately I came late 'cause of my job, but also in that limited time I appreciate very much Alessandro. He seems to be really a "mi casa es tu casa" guy! CS spirit runs in his veins for sure. I hope to meet again for other CS events.

Let me tell you something about this guy, at least how can a voyeur see him :), smart, funny, determined, bhoemian, adventurer, he definetly brings another colour to a painting. It was a real pleasure to meet you and your charming girlfriend(the moto was cool too, even though I have to tell you that i liked the BMW's a lot).Thanks!

 

I first met Allesandro on-line, but then just got to meet him in person a few days ago. What a great guy! I had read all of these great comments in his references, and they turn out to be all true....and then some! He's one of the warmest people I've ever met, even inviting me to his family's party after just meeting me. He's DEFINITLY a PEOPLE person, and makes you feel at home right away. Ciao Italiano Brother!

He's from Turin but he decided to join the picnic CS meeting in Milan :) I especially like people who travel just to meet CS members ;) I really hope to see you soon in Milan or in Turin!!

 

I never realized how much close are Milan and Turin, before I met him. He came several times in Milan, partecipating to our gatherings: like the picnic, where we teased each other about english language and sicilian streets (even if I can't remember what there is in common between), or during the spanish invasion. But he is super-active, and he organizes a meeting in Milan, in a sushi restaurant (no one knew that place) that became one of my favourite place to eat japanese food. When I realized the idea to came in Turin, he releaved to be a great host, great Nintendo Wii player, great meat food cooker, great guy, great bla bla bla. That wasn't the last time I met him, but one of the first times I share a story with him!

 

We met in Milano at a picnic meeting. Talked a little, hope to meet him again soon.

 

Alessandro indeed likes to laugh and smile. During the CS picnic in Milano we talked about different things including stereotypes. No worries, mate, now you know that every swiss is carrying an army knive all the time :) we spent a good time together and i enjoyed his sense of humer and openness a lot.

 

Met him at a CS picknick in Milan/Italy.
He is just great to talk with about Wine, food, Couchsurfing..... about anything.
I'm looking forward to meet you again.

 

Oh I really want to launch a campaign of couchsurfing city twinning Turin-Milan! If all the Turin's couchsurfers are nice and sunny as Alessandro and his girlfriend it will be definitevely worth! Thank you for coming at the picknick in Milan!

 

I had the extreme fortitude of sharing my first couch surfing experience with Alessandro & Co. In Torino to search for my Italian relatives that only my Grandfather had know (and he died in 1996 himself) fate/ luck/ karma brought me to the steps of the good doctor, Alessandro and his entourage of friends:-) This being my first couch surfing experience, I was completely unaware of how the system worked and therefore was most greatful to fall under the tutalige of Alessandro's vast experience.

The time shared with Alessandro, his girlfriend, his best friend Shilly and his girlfriend, was a most wonderful exchange not soon to be forgotten. Upon arrival, the two university students I'd met up with were wondering how to get to the nearest hostle. Instead of simply telling them what bus to take, Alessandro went out of his way to drive my friends there himself after offering them to dine with us. A very rich meal of pasta was cooked that evening and devouved whole-heartedly after a full two days of work coupled into travel. Good conversation ensued, followed by a fantastic gelato dessert down the street. If interested in his bed, know it's a sterile environment and will probably be the cleanest sheets you'll ever sleep in! The following day I woke up to a nice morning cafe with Alessandro before departing for Shilly's house as the gents went to work. Shilly's mother welcomed me in and was a huge help arrianging for the reuion of me with my Italian family. After spending the next days with my family, I met back up with Alessandro and company for evenings of drinks, treats, food and good times (not to mention entertaining photo ops:-). You really start to feel the vibe of the city hanging with these folk.

Enough cannot be said about the character of Alessandro, Shilly and their compainions. They truely went out of their way to make me feel welcome as if I was their long lost family. Full of knowledge, patient with questions, and always good for unending laughter, a trip through Torino would be incomplete without a stop by their couch!

Alessandro is a really nice and outgoing guy, sure is an interesting person and I look forward to meet him again... maybe with a nice temaki in my hand and a big japanese beer on the table!!

 

I have to say FIRST that for me was a pleasure to have in my house an ambassador CS and his lovely girlfriend Roberta! I soon felt they were great people and i had the confirmation as soon as i met them and their friends just out from the restaurant. We had a short walk in the city centre and a pleasant chat while we were drinking "local" beer. the day after they went to Agrigento but not before having enjoyed the best palermo's ice cream ;) hope to see them again.....i'm sure i will

Very sociable and funny guy!

 

Alessandro and his girlfriend were really fun guests and I hope I get the chance to host them again (for longer next time) or maybe surf their couches in Turin. They managed to find me at a barbecue in the hills of Pistoia AND find my house afterwards... just following a map on a post-it! Not bad! (but they did get lost on the bus). We had a very multi-cultural 24 hours of food together- from an Italian picnic with American, Tuscan and Sicilian food (and chocolates from Belorussia)to Egyptian sandwiches, Spanish sangria and Torinese cookies. And don't forget the Liguran focaccia! Besides all the eating, we had some great conversations and I really enjoyed the company. Alessandro really has the CS spirit and Roberta does too (make her sign up!). Definitely one not to be missed!

 

He surfed our couch for one night with his girlfriend. I am really sorry that I didn't talk with them the night when they arrived, but I was really tired after a day of sport on TV. The day after we had a really interesting and funny conversation in front of a glass of tequila and I realized that I have been really stupid not to talk with them the night before. OK too many words to say that they are really great and that you have to host them!!!

We had great time in a Tuscany Barbecue at Massimo's home

Alessandro! You were a great host, best yet! (even though that was the first time :) ) I saw the best of Turino and actually learned some things. He knows and loves his city, although for a moment I thought we may have gotten slightly lost. Took some photos, had a scooter ride, talked about lotttts of stuff and sang some songs... what fun it was! Alessandro is a fun-loving, pizza-eating, intelligent Italian. Thanks again!

I've known Alessandro for a lot of time. He is a guy full of interests, so I think that almost everybody while spending a week-end in Turin should meet him and discuss pleasantly about any subject while drinking a cup of tea...
What else? I love his grandmother: the coolest lady in Villanova d'Asti!
Enjoy!
Edoardo

After only a few days notice Alessandro agreed to help out myself and my friend Leah by offering us a place to stay in Turin on our whirlwind vacation through Italy. He was my first experience with couchsurfing and I would not be disappointed. He went out of his way for us and was the perfect host. He even circled the train station repeatedly looking for us when we couldnt find our way to the designated meeting point and then followed by taking us out to real italian pizza with some colleagues of his. He toured us around Turin until 3am even though he had work early the next morning, what a guy! He and his friends were so nice and EXTREMELY entertaining. Alessandro was so open-hearted and friendly right off the bat. I only hope I can return the favor by hosting him someday.

 

Its hard to say things about the doc that havent already been said. But I will do it anyway. This guy is one funny dude, the kind of guy I could see my self hanging ut with a lot if we lived in the same town. He showed us around his old family home in Villnova with his great girlfriend. Couldnt have asked for a better introduction into Italy.

It was fun to stay with Dr winger and his lovely girlfriend in Villanova. They introduced us to one of the best coffee i`ve had. espresso with hazelnut icecream in it! ohyeah! and what a chef. you wont go hungry away from this couple.

So well received by alessandro and Roberta,

he made me feel at home straight away,

hanging around with his mates,

yeah nice one!

If u let him get u on a ride,

make sure ur insurance is gonna cover u,

if u get smashed while Ale would pass

through a red light.

he hardly ever respect them!

he drives like mad,

and h'es also driving his girl in that way.

It was a lovely experience and could have been better,

if some fuckers havent stolen all my stuff,

Anyway, cheers buddy,

and i'm sure i'll c u guys again

I met Alessandro at high school and recently found his name on CS. I remember him as a very dynamic and friendly guy, and I'm sure he still is as he is an active couchsurfer!

 

I know Dr. Winger since June 6th, 1990. I could tell 1 million stories about Alessandro... He is a very intelligent person even if he sometimes his head is like a stone.
Some silly people don't enjoy him from the first moment, but it's their problem... and pity. He lives a stone throw from him, and sometimes when he can't host i can...
I initially knew about this project from him, and I must admit that it's very nice. He sometimes has a very strong and embarrassing laughter, expecially at movie theater.
We spent a lot of time talking about movies, music, we very often exercise together in my private gym in the basement, I thaught him a lot of tricks about how to develope muscles and in fact now is very more thicker (spisso) than he used to be. We spent NYE 2002 touring with a crazy camper van in Prague, Budapest and Wien, sooooooooo cold...
Our life-long friendship is something that fills that part of me that often tends to be not too serious. Unintentionally i aleways hung out with people more serious than me (that is quite easy), and I think that with time he started taking himself less seriously... we are a work still in progress.
What i like from him is that he can be very critical and very rational. Despite we discussed many times in the past, we always both had the intelligence to improve our friendship. I really love him: would i exchange for all the world's gold? Of course, but then we would leave together for some Caribbean shore and i would pay him high percentage. Mortacci Sua!!!

Dr Winger is a wonderful guy, very kind, honest and it's a true italian ! He speak a lot ;-) but that's very interesting. It was 2 excellent days in Torino, it was a very good experiment but take care when he's driving... like the italians... very dangerous and fast ;-) I'm not sure that he has his driving licence... I don't will forget these short holidays! Thanks a lot and see you soon Dr. Kiss

 

Firstly, I owe Dr. Winger an apology for my delayed reference entry. It has completely slipped off my mind. We were somewhat under pressure to be an enjoyable guest for Alessandro because we were told that his previous host were great. I think Alessandro has expressed the difference we had in a very mature, and precise manner. I think both parties never lost respect for the other despite feeling the difference of human quality. He was the biggest admirer of Ryuichi Sakamoto I have seen, and also a listener of diverse music, which is a clear indication that he is an open minded person. Alessandro is a man with two personality, one which is very young and the other which is very intellectual and mature. We wish that we can meet again, hopefully in Japan because it is a place he should definitely have seen, at least once. Arrivederci, Alessandro

Alessandro is one of a kind!! this guy is such a funny and giving person. You have to understand him to understand his jokes sometimes, but other then that, he is a wonderful guy. Alessandro did all he could to invite us into his life and show us a great time. He introduced us to his family and drove us to a small town called coconato in his time off. We really enjoyed his company and hope to travel with Alessadro soon. Thanks so much for a true italian experience (even if it means breaking the rules a few times :)!! See you on the slopes - J and K!

 

When I first met Alessandro, it was at the bottom of its flat,in Torino.He had accepted to couch me and we hadn't sent mail since several days.And I finally saw him,his face lighted by his permanent smile.Then he explained to me that for my night of couch, he would let me sleep in Silvio's appartment, a close friend of he.I 've immediately been at ease , talking with Alessandro as if we've known for years.So I slept at Silvio's house, this person is fantastic,very cultured, and Silvio's parents are generous and sincere.They cooked some delicious stew with quality meat and vegetables.Then, I spent the 3 other days continuously in pasta ambiances, great moment of big laughing and honesty . Alessandro is the most original, authentic , man I've met so far!I strongly recommend any person who'd want to discover a great guy and also his close relatives, her mother, his father, his remarquable "nonna", Roberta, Adele , Eduardo and the very thoughtful Silvio. Take care, Alessandro

 

I was staying with another Couchsurefer in Turin and arranged for us to meet for pizza and a beer. He and his friends are very funny and I would recommend anyone visiting Turin to hook up with Winger.

Dr. Winger is a great friend, someone you can always trust. ...he's very propositive, comprehensive, brilliant, and open to people and things around him.
Definitely a good and funny guy!

 

There were some communication issues :), haha, but Alessandro and I survived. His girlfriend, Roberta, and him picked me up from the Torino Maratona expo and took me to their place on Saturday night. He had to go to the cinema so his girlfriend Roberta gave me the night time tour of Torino. She was awesome and explained to me the history of the entire town. For being there less than 24 hours, I definately got a good feel for the city. Went out and had dinner. Ran the marathon, I was retarded and forgot to bring my cell phone so out link up afterwards was an hour delayed. He cooked me lunch, drove me to the train station, and here I am right now on the train to Genova thinking how cool Alessadro and Roberta were. Awesome people. Definately hope we can link up when I do the Milano Marathon in two weeks.

This man is totally nuts!!! Never met such a crazy ass doctor before! He's extremely funny, smart and open minded, but also reliable and very nice and deep inside very sweet too. I like him and I definitely want to keep seeing him and his girlfriend Roberta and all their friends, 'cause I like them just as much as I like Dr Nuts! :D

 

Very funny, always smiling and making jokes.great couch surfer!Of course we had a great time at his place!I dont need to tell more about him...he deserves the title of ambassador!!!Thanks a lot for your time,the tips,the conversations and to host us!See you in Aviles!

 

Dottore Winger! It was last minute, but Alessandro, pardon me, Dottore Winger, took me in. He gave me the quick tour through Torino and took me to dinner and drinks with his friends. Although I don't speak Italian, I had a great night figuring out the conversations and the gestures! Alessandro is a great host, he
s very openminded, funny and enthousiastic. He's crazy in traffic ('Why did you stop for that red light?!?')!! We had a good talk until late at night. And I do plan to finish it some day. Next year, I'll definetly join him for the festival in Vila Nova!!!

 

Birthday Boy!!! Alessandro received me during his birthday and he will make your stay very comfy and nice. I had a great time talking with him, making pizza and talking to his grand-ma, to his nice friend all this during his birthday party. Alessandro is full of energy and you will never get bored with this guy. He is also very helpfull, and he will always be welcome to my place. Take care buddy and enjoy Torino 2006!!!

treated like ... royalty in italy !!! wow ... what a way to be introduced to couchsurfing !!! i signed up and my very first request to couchsurf was with alessandro C. He accepted my request without hesitation and opened not only his arms - but his family, friends and city's arms as well. from the moment he picked me up till my reluctant departure, he orchestrated one hell of a great time, never to be forgotten. I was wisked away to the family retreat and introduced to them all, including some friends & locals. I have never eaten such home cooking in my life, for example within 2 hours of arriving lunch was served at 12.30pm promptly and i didnt get off much chair from eating till 4.30pm !!! every day & every meal was an event of participation and pleasure. home cooked pizza, salads, gelato, cakes, pasta, pasta and more beautiful pasta, etc etc etc. Alessandro can join me wherever i am on my yearly journey. he's a wizard, he may work an 18 hour day and still made time for each and every meal with me. He played the perfect host and even entertained my friends from abroad. Hes parents are the best and he is a reflexion of their warm hearts. A nicer guy i have yet to meet, i love you and your life alessandro !
updated aug 06 = well have i got stories to tell !!! after hearing italy was in the final ... i invited alessandro to couchsurf at msdanny's in berlin. we had a ball. then he was driving back to torino so i jumped in his green ferrari ! and stayed over 3 weeks in north italy. we rented a harley and rode the italian coastline towards france ... staying in san lorenzo del mare (near imperia)! alessandro is now mz official living "ledgend". he has inspired me to live life to the max !!!

 

alessandro we love you! Alessandro is one of the best person you'll find ever. He showed us the city by night, we met his friends, went to a bbq, also we went to his great country town, Villanova d'asti, with his nice nonna and great friend. We can't wait to host him in Madrid

Amazing Doc!! Alle or that's what I call him even though he prefers people to call him Winger, is a very Ganerous and Sensitive person. So having both of that elements, he should be a quiet type of person... no at all. He's positively fun, cheerful, full of laughters and jokes. What make it special is the people around him. Beautiful friends, cool parents and lovely Granny. Go meet him and you'll know what I mean. Btw, I'm visiting him again. Long live Doc!! Yes he's a Doctor!!