How do I get references on Couchsurfing?

You can write a reference whenever you have interacted with a member, either through Couchsurfing messages or in person, and have learned something about a Couchsurfer that will be informative to the community.

What are the benefits of couchsurfing?

The Benefits of Couchsurfing

• You get a peek behind the tourist scene and can go a little deeper to connect with a destination.
• Your local friend will know the hidden hotspots and can offer money-saving advice for insider sights and activities.
• You may have access to a kitchen.

Is Couchsurfing dead?

Many of us have seen this coming, but after nearly two decades of helping people travel the world for free, it’s official. Couchsurfing is no longer free. Over the last few years there have been many “incidents” between Couchsurfing HQ and the community, and “Couchsurfing is dead” was chanted by many longtime members.

What Couchsurfing means?

Definition of couch surf 1a : to stay overnight with a series of hosts who typically provide basic accommodations (such as a couch to sleep on) at no cost It is hard to figure out just how many people … experience a period of homelessness in their lifetime.

Who is most likely to be affected by couch surfing?

Young people are particularly susceptible to this form of homelessness. A 2018 report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) identified 15 to 24 year olds as the most common age group to experience couch surfing.

What is ‘couch surfing’?

The stress of the uncertainty and feelings of shame are overwhelming, and it has impacted nearly every important relationship in her life. It has also affected her employability, resources, mental health, and physical wellbeing. This is an example of the hidden and transient form of homelessness colloquially coined ‘couch surfing’.

Who can see my report on CouchSurfing?

Only members of the Trust and Safety team will be able to see your report. All reports are confidential and will not be discussed with anyone outside of the team, unless we need to work with law enforcement or obtain legal advice. I met a Couchsurfer and the experience was negative, what should I do?

What happens if you leave a negative reference?

Leave a reference. Leaving a negative or neutral reference is not an act of revenge, and it’s not a statement that you think the other member is a “bad person.” It’s an act of support for the reputation system that keeps our community safer and helps prevent other people from having negative experiences.