Couchsurfing or is it now sexsurfing??

Oh wow! I just read about how couchsurfing has gradually become sexsurfing for some couch surfers and hosts.

Although, I have registered as a member way back in 2010, I haven't personally host or have had the opportunity to become a couch surfer. In 2010, I did try contacting a few members in a couple of Asian cities but because I am of Asian appearance, these people did not bother to reply and I sort of gave up on the idea.

Have offered accommodation to a couple of mature aged couch surfers but after letting them know of my whereabout, I did not hear from them so, that was that. I refused to host a couple of couch surfers because one asked to stay for a week and the other group was for a family of four. I felt quite overwhelmed by that many people. :)

Now, after hearing this and many other stories, I am beginning to question the wisdom of couch surfing.

Hi,

Ok only done it twice and both times were ok. First time I took every one out for a meal and it cost more than a room, but who cares? Second time there was another couch surfer present so 3 strangers and we all went out together. Maybe got lucky.

I have hosted tons of couchsurfers and have really had fun with them. I have never heard anyone speak of sexsurfing.. Haven't had any offers, anyway. ;-)

I live in a touristy place, and the summer requests have started to come in. I am careful who i invite, checking out their profiles, and tend towards inviting other traveller types. Just had a lovely couple of tattooed - pierced Aussies who are in canada on a two year work permit. They have lived and worked in a number of countries, and plan on opening a coffe shop when they return. (he's a cheff). I have specified in my profile that guests are good for 'up to three days'. I ask them to have their own sleeping bags, because i hate doing laundry... bad enough i have to do my own. If i do provide sheets and stuff, they have to make and strip the bed, and throw everything in the laundry before they go.

Edited by: canayjun

"Haven't had any offers, anyway. ;-)"

That is discrimination. So unfair. Just because we are older travellers / couchsurfers host doesn't mean we have lost our sex appeal. lol

What is interesting is that I have found a sub group or sub groups called over 50+ travellers.

Sad thing is that, it is no longer non-profit. Like most well thought out social media sites, the almighty $$ rule. :(

I wouldn't mind doing it (like Canay for a maximum of 3 nights) but only when I manage to build my second bathroom!
Definitely don't want the side benefits, though (unless he looked like George Clooney, perhaps).

George Clooney! Nah, he is too suave.

I prefer Guy Pearce, myself, especially as he bulked up in Lockout.

I am in love! lol

I actually use couchsurfing (not sexsurfing) with great success - and most recently in Bangladesh.

No offers to me either - too bad, but maybe because I could have been their mother :-).

Kirsten