I'm Alena, 25, and I've pretty much been changing places all my life. I grew up in Germany and the USA, went to school in France for a while, volunteered for a year in an NGO in New Delhi before college, and studied in The Netherlands and Egypt. Now I'm working for a human rights NGO - low pay, few holidays, but meaningful work!
If you meet me, prepare to be overtowered by my 6 foot height that I give cynical comments about, but also prepare for honest debates about feminism, sustainability, and whatever else crosses my mind.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I lived in Delhi for a year, I discovered backpacking and my co-volunteer and flatmate got me into CS. We travelled together, so I used her account quite a lot. We had amazing experiences, mind-opening conversations and great evenings with the hosts we stayed at, and I didn't want to miss that once my co-volunteer and I parted ways.

Interests

I am an extrovert who likes deep and meaningful talks. Although I sometimes enjoy a glass of wine, I am much more of a tea-drinker. Please don't ask me to go clubbing with you, a movie, landscape, cultural heritage or a good book are much nicer.

• writing
• cooking
• reading
• kickboxing
• sustainable living
• low-waste travelling

Music, Movies, and Books

The Beatles forever!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When I lived in Cairo, I bought a scooter to drive around town AND manoeuvred through the bureaucracy to sell it again 🤗

Teach, Learn, Share

Let's not expect to learn from each other. But maybe get inspired. Who knows?

I can actually speak or am learning the languages I claim to speak on this profile, so languages are always a good place to start!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I bake good cakes, live cheap, and can offer good mood. Need little care, so you can involve me in your life as much or little as you want!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Scotland, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Netherlands, Sweden, United States