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What to Know Before Your First Couchsurfing Stay

This guide covers how to find a host, write a strong request, stay safe, and be…

10 Safety Tips for First-Time Travelers

Couchsurfing opens the door to genuine human connection, from online conversations and local hangouts to community…

Common Myths About Couchsurfing — Debunked

There’s a lot of misinformation out there. It’s time to set the record straight once and…

Is Couchsurfing Safe? An Honest Answer.

TL;DR Is Couchsurfing Safe? Yes, Couchsurfing is safe for members who follow platform guidelines and leverage…

15 Cocktails from Around the World to Share with Your Host

The best travel memories often start with a local drink. Here are 15 cocktails from around…

What’s New on Couchsurfing: August 2026

Group Hangouts are back! And we’ve shipped a whole lot more… Meet up with more than…

Chicago Couch Crash

2026 ChicagoCrash Events Event Name/Type Time Organizer CS Event Status Notes/Link ChicagoCrash 2026 Chicago CS Community…

A Month In. Here’s What We’ve Been Up To.

You showed up. A lot of you. More than we expected, honestly. And with that came…

5 More Multi-Day Treks That’ll Change Your Life

There’s hiking, and then there’s trekking. In our first post, we covered five unforgettable multi-day treks.…

5 Multi-Day Treks That’ll Change Your Life

There’s hiking, and then there’s trekking. Hiking is a day out with some views. Trekking is…