Hello!

My name is Abeeha, commonly known as Abs (but I don't have any). I love puns, as you can hopefully tell already. I am a business student with a double major in Marketing and Consulting. I enjoy reading, going to museums, chasing sunrise/sunsets, and pomegranates.

I grew up in Saudi Arabia but for the past 15 years, I've lived in Canada. I've been grateful enough to study abroad for one semester in Singapore, where I can safely say I was bit by the travel bug and now have a strong desire to see much more of the world and experience some of many God's master pieces.

I also eat salads and cereal all the time. Seriously. Or should I say cereially. I'll end my bad jokes here :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

As a student on a budget, accommodation costs can add up. I'd love to meet people from all over the world, I think it's amazing that someone can be thousands of miles away but sometimes people click in just one meeting.

I am currently travelling throughout Southeast Asia and Europe but once I am back in Canada, I'd love to pay it forward and show others the same level of hospitality and take them around my city, Toronto!

Interests

I enjoy photography, reading, blogging on Tumblr, biking, and I am trying to get more into jogging on a daily basis. I guess it really is time I live up to my nickname, Abs!

• writing
• books
• photography
• dining
• cooking
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• blogging
• cycling
• business
• calligraphy
• languages
• study abroad
• tours

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy a variety of music from artists such as Taylor Swift, Maroon 5, Bruno Mars, etc. but I also love undercover YouTube music artists like Tyler Ward, Mike Tompkins, Alex G, Boyce Avenue, Us the Duo, and The Narrative.

In terms of movies, I am always a few years behind but one of my favourite movies is The Pursuit of Happiness.

I have way too many favourite books to list but my top 2 at the top of my head include: The Alchemist and A Tale of Two Cities.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've climbed to the top of a few stupas at the pagodas in Myanmar for an incredible view of both the sunrise and sunset, especially when I was in Bagan.

As you're reading this, I'll be trekking an active volcano called Mount Bromo in Surabaya, Indonesia!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach English, Urdu (writing and speaking/calligraphy), and all that I have learned about photography online.

I'd like to learn different languages, how to cook cultural foods, and some hidden gems/non-touristy places in different parts of the world.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share some of my favourite key takeaways from the books I've read and my love for blogging my experiences on Tumblr. I can also share travelling tips for the countries I have visited and the ways to be a frugal traveller in terms of booking flights, tours, accommodations, what to pack, food options, etc.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Indonesia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Saudi Arabia