Hello!

I'm 22 and a just graduated college. Currently trying to figure out a way to use my journalism degree for some visual storytelling during future travels. I've lived in Phoenix my whole life, been to Slovakia a couple times, spent a couple summers on Cape Cod and driven across the United State's twice in a 1999 Saturn.

I'm one of 10 brothers and sisters, grew up born again Christian but am no longer religious. I currently live in Phoenix, AZ.

Insta & Twitter @BlakeBenard

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm doing some traveling planning both in the U.S. and outside the country. Heard about this from my brother and it seems like a great way to travel and learn more from locals while traveling.

People and places are what make traveling special. Couch surfing provides a great opportunity to learn more about people and places from the locals in the area.

Looking forward to meeting new people and seeing new things!

Interests

• photography
• desert
• citylife
• arizona
• phoenix

Music, Movies, and Books

Some of my favorite artists....

Pink Floyd, Ben Howard, The Beatles, Bon Iver, Brand New, Chance the Rapper, Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson, Foo Fighers, The Head and the Heart, Jack Johnson, Jason Isbell, Joedy Bada$$, Kendrick Lamar, Julien Baker, Kanye West, Kurt Vile, Led Zeppelin, The Lumineers, Mac Demarco, Margo Price, My Chemical Romance, The National, Nirvana, Noah and the Whale, etc,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Driven across the Unites States twice with a car from the 20th century.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach english to those not familiar with our language, show them Phoenician culture, downtown city life, good food spots, sporting events, the arts district and more.

Always willing to learn more about other cultures and people.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Limited food if needed, a really comfy couch and a couple fun roomies.

Everything I said above as well.

Countries I’ve Visited

Slovakia