I recently finished a long solo backpacking trip that took me 14 months through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. I'm originally from a small town but have lived in New York for the past 6 years and now call Santiago home. I got my degree, worked for a bit then desided responsibilities are no fun so I quit and decided to travel. I used and loved the CS way of life while I was traveling, and am looking to now live vicariously through my guests.

I love to go out and make the most of everyday. I'm a very positive person, always laughing and smiling and cracking jokes. I keep going and going until I finally pass out and after a good long sleep, I'm ready for the next adventure! I am known back home for going out with friends and somewhere along the way home I make friends with people and end up tagging along on their next destination for the night! Makes for some great brunch stories 😆

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I really enjoy exchanging cultures and the fast friends culture of CS has given me some stories for the grandkids! I'm from a small town so that comfortable feeling that you get with a host that feels immediately like you have known them forever is the true gem about the experience.

Interests

Anything active, running, biking, hiking, anything that has to do with water, I will try anything.. Usually using peer pressure to get people to follow me on dangerous or off the path adventures.
Food. Food. Did I say food?

• culture
• photography
• dining
• cooking
• beer
• running
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• cliff jumping

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Cliff jumping 20 meters into a sink hole in Oman... Also one of the least intelligent.

This is always the hardest question, I think my experiences are based more on the personal connections I make in a city than just the city itself. People are usually surprised when I say my favorite places have been some small city in a country with many famous cities (here's
looking at you Germany)

Teach, Learn, Share

I will gladly help anyone with their English and can also offer up some advice on how to cook a mean lasagna!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm always up for the beer and the banter or a tea.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, England, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Israel, Jordan, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Netherlands Antilles, Oman, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States