I am a 21 year old Capetonian, studying International Relations at the University of Cape Town.
I am friendly and enthusiastic, always keen to meet new people and embrace new adventures. I consider myself to be open and relatable, and believe strongly in pushing myself to the boundaries of my comfort zone. That said; I am sensible and level-headed, and incredibly hardworking.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

The friends I have made, and the people I have met whilst travelling, have become friends (or made an impression on me) for life!
This November (2015) to February (2016) I am backpacking (predominantly solo) around Southeast Asia - including Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and Thailand.
I am intrigued by the possibility of staying with locals and getting to know more about the heart of a country, away from the typical paths of the tourist industry.

Interests

- Politics and International Affairs
- Conservation
- Literature
- Traveling
- Art
- Music
- Nature (I love anything that has to do with the outdoors!)

• arts
• culture
• literature
• politics
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• backpacking
• international relations

Music, Movies, and Books

- Americanah by Chimamanda Adiche
- On Beauty by Zadie Smith
- Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Adiche
- Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks
- Atonement by Ian McEwan
- The Number by Jonny Steinburg
- The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

After completing my final year of school, I took a gap year in England, where I was privileged to have the opportunity to travel around much of Europe and the UK - immersing myself in so many different customs and cultures, and meeting such wonderfully diverse people (and fellow travel companions).
My year abroad certainly awoke in me a severe case of the travel bug, and I couldn't be more excited to get back on the road again in my upcoming trip to Southeast Asia.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share with hosts a part of my own background and culture, and my experiences of growing up in South Africa.
I hope to help/recipricate much to those who may welcome me into their homes.

Countries I’ve Visited

Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Norway, Poland, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, South Africa