Hi! I've just moved to the other side of the world and started a PhD on Antarctic sea ice - a bit of a leap into the dark but it seems to be going alright so far. My boyfriend and I are currently living in Christchurch and exploring New Zealand on the weekends.

Note for surfers - I'm receiving a lot of requests at the moment and am also quite busy with work, so apologies if I don't reply to your mail!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a lot of fun. I've done it a few times now and have always had interesting experiences with some cool people. When travelling, it's a great way to get to know a country.

Interests

Lots! Travelling, the outdoors - hiking, cycling, sea-swimming - generally exploring this wonderful Earth. Also current affairs, reading, music, beer. Climate change and polar science. Vegetarian food

• dining
• cooking
• beer
• vegetarian
• reading
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• swimming
• science

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Climbed a 5700m high mountain in the Cordillera Blanca in Peru. Probably THE most amazing thing I've done.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversation, stories about life in rural Scotland, (vegetarian) cooking (nothing spectacular!)

Countries I’ve Visited

Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Indonesia, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, Sweden

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom