Currently taking leave from my undergraduate business studies to travel and pursue entrepreneurial interests.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

While at a Chinese hostel I was recommended to use this app to meet like-minded travelers, save money and discover amazing experiences I would not otherwise have.

Interests

• hiking
• backpacking
• whitewater rafting
• surfing
• bungee jumping
• rock climbing
• tennis
• swimming
• adventure
• trekking
• asia
• canyoning

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Powderfinger (but honestly I can listen to pretty much anything)
Movies: The Dark Knight and comedies
Books: so many, but 'The Little Prince' is one a recently read which was quite good

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Bungy jumped in China with no common way to speak to each other (high levels of trust!)

Teach, Learn, Share

I taught English as part of a university exchange summer school last year
I'm learning Chinese
I share some of my great travel photos on instagram: alecjmckenzie

What I Can Share with Hosts

A young open mind that is keen to explore places and hear stories.
I've also got a savvy business mind.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, China, Cuba, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada