Should you pay the “Verification Fees” in Couchsurfing?
Most of you know about the incredible platform of Couchsurfing. And this post is in the perspective of a surfer (mostly). I have been a very active user of the platform and always suggest fellow travellers to use it for their travel. So far I have been a guest to 15 incredible hosts and few not so incredible ones. I have unfortunately hosted only once, as I now live outside India, and in a university dorm, where hosting guests is not allowed. Hopefully, I'll have a place of my own soon, and then will try to host as many people as possible. I have also made a lot of friends through the hangouts and meets that are organised through this platform. Most often, I am asked this question, “is it worth paying the verification cost in Couchsurfing?”. When I started indulging in CS, the verification charge used to be for a year. I know that I will not be travelling regularly, especially not solo. And, I never look for a host if I am travelling with someone, as I find that it b...
