this character building experience is perhaps more popular among the young adult demographics, being the average participant in his or hers late twenties.

for anyone wishing to take part in the experience, the best place to start would be the couchsurfing official site - the couchsurfing community, including the one found amonsgt cariocas, also hosts events such as parties, meet-ups, and organized meals taking place all the time, as posted on this page, where users can share their experiences or international members can mingle with others.