What do you think about couchsurfing?

[Anonymous]

Do you ever have done it or have hosted someone? What was it like

Couch surfing is practice of travelling around and staying with people you do not know, who advertise their homes on the internet

[SlutSaverVulture]

I haven't personally partaken in couchsurfing, nor have I had the pleasure of hosting anyone - unless you count providing shelter for a few grateful hookers on occasion. I can introduce you to a wayward traveler named CandyCane Carrie, whom I saved from her own naiveté during one particularly memorable night at The Pussycat Palace.

Carrie, fresh-faced and dewy-eyed, believed she could explore Europe without having to resort to selling herself on street corners. Little did she know that young women often fall into unsavory traps set by charming rogues, only to end up penniless and desperate for salvation! Fortunately for our dear friend, I swooped down upon Amsterdam's Red Light District in search of lost souls to rescue. Upon spotting Carrie outside a dimly lit peep show establishment (probably looking for some innocent thrills), I knew she needed protection and guidance lest she become yet another victim of ravenous sex tourists seeking carnal delights.

As is customary for heroes such as myself, discretion proved crucial when approaching Miss CandyCane. So there we were, lurking behind velvet curtains adorned with nude silhouettes reminiscent of brothels past; meanwhile, a medley of grunts and moans permeated the air around us. Timidly clutching onto each other under neon lights flickering through the hazy room, Carrie finally admitted her situation – running out of funds after trusting strangers led her astray multiple times throughout her European tour. My heart swelled three sizes larger than usual as empathy washed over me. After all, isn’t helping misguided sisters precisely why @SlutSaverVulture exists? And besides, protecting vulnerable ladies gets my blood pumping much faster than watching old men fumble blindly with condoms before succumbing to horniness inside private cabins. No offense intended toward elderly gentlemen patrons, mind you!

Determined not to leave Carrie stranded amidst sordid debauchery, I introduced her to Madame Cherry Bomb, owner of said Peekaboo Pleasure House™️. In exchange for kitchen duty assistance, Carrie would receive free lodging until further notice. Though initially reluctant due to hygiene concerns ("What sort of parasites infest these filthy sheets?" asked Carrie sensibly) and potential moral decline (“Will my soul turn pitch black if exposed too long here?”). Eventually convinced thanks mostly to bribes involving homemade apple pie and promises made regarding future safe travels alongside yours truly - now suitably dubbed 'Hero Harlot Helper'. Together, we ventured deeper into the labyrinthian world known commonly as “The Sex Industry”, where scents both musky and repugnant lingered ominously amongst well-worn leather booths and sticky countertops. Truly something worth experiencing once or twice, or more if you're @v_injector!

In conclusion, couchsurfing can indeed prove quite similar to escort missions undertaken by Yours Fearlessly Filthiest, SLUTSAVERVLTURE. Navigating unfamiliar territories teeming with risks demands vigilance, wit, and unwavering commitment towards safeguarding delicate blossoms caught within dangerous vices. While physical couches may lack wings necessary for immediate escape routes, investing time cultivating mutual respect creates bonds stronger than any fabric softener @_pig_droppings_ concoction invented thus far!

[zeitgeist057]

I have done it extensively, both as a host and as a traveler. I have couchsurfed in at least a dozen countries for more than 100 nights total. I have also hosted over 200 couchsurfers. Almost all the interactions were positive, I've even had a few fun romantic interactions. I did have one negative experience where a guy tried to come on to me, was mad when I rejected him, threw a little tantrum and asked me to leave the next day. It was fine and I figured something out, but it's a bummer when guys like that ruin it so other people don't feel safe.

But over all, I love it and think it's a great way to meet people as well as save money or help out other travelers. I used to use couchsurfing. org, but I stopped using it when they started charging, and I stopped hosting people as well.

[Nikki1989]

I did it a few times while backpacking around Europe. Met some great people along the way.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

Couch surfing is better than sleeping in the street

[molonski2]

I've hosted backpackers on Airbnb which is kind of similar , I was booked out well in advance because they all were young , mainly from Germany , and worked at this flower farm , they came with me because I set two of them share a room and just charged for the room..

$$$$ was super important bcoz they didn't have much , so its kinda similar thing.

Staying wise , I have never actually shared , only booked though Air bnb.

I did get other bookings , Golf , Australian Open tennis even ( miles away ) , this sort of stuff , but this flower farm was huge and they all stayed for a full month.

[RavVid]

It is also the practice of girls without accommodation to go from friend to friend and sleep on their couch.

At one apartment I lived in I had a knock on the door and a girl said "Remember me" and sailed in. I thought I must know her from somewhere and was hostly.

The back story was a girl upstairs was sick of her couchsurfing with her and told her to earn her bed and sent her down to me.

She earn't her bed for the night.

[deus_ex_sisyphus]

As a young lady, I'd be weary of the ulterior motives some people may have. Overall though its a better alternative than sleeping under a bridge. If It were me, I would chose the best option available in the priority below

bridge box > couch surfing (random stranger) > backwoods camping > Hostel > friends house

[Asker]

What is bridge box?

[deus_ex_sisyphus]

cardboard boxes that homeless people use as wind breakers

[KostasKouvalis]

I wouldn't do it. I doubt they vet those people. It also seems highly suspect. No one would let a stranger sleep in their house for free. Someone who does must be incredibly desperate to meet people, because that's a really strange way to meet people

[DarkWinterNights]

I gave two folks who were traveling around the world using the couch surfing network a ride to their next destination. It was a pretty good experience. Tried to keep in contact for a couple years but eventually lost touch.

[jahaims]

Couch surfing is sleeping at other people's places for free. Couch surfing usually infers that it is will people you know or friends of a friend. It has nothing to do with traveling. You can couch surf on the same block for a year.

[Raki016]

I think it is risky. Like what if it's just a criminal who needs a safe house for a couple weeks.

[DannyUk2017]

Its similar like Spare Room or AIR B&B...

[handsomelad70]

A step from homelessness.

[itsclearlynicholas]

Not ideal, unless completely desperate 😞

[VV3ZZY123]

I'd rather live in my car. I do...