Hey! I am Mathilde, 26 French girl with quite a good number of stamps on my passport :)
I grew up & studied in France (Lyon & Reims) then worked in Barcelona, Paris and Singapore.
I had the chance to travel a lot to South East Asia while in Singapore for 2.5 years: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Cambodia. I love trekking, exploring hidden territories, and more than anything talking with local people. I'd be happy to share some spots over there! Indonesia is my favorite while Singapore, often neglected, has its own personality & treasures that I'd glad to share too!
I have also travelled to Argentina (Buenos Aires, la Pampa, Iguazu, Salta, Humahuaca) & Chile (San Pedro de Atacama, Valdivia, Santiago, Valparaiso) and might be able to recommend some good spots.
I am know staying in Venice, CA, and avid to get to live what the American lifestyle offers best!
Cheers! Mathilde
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