I'm embarking on a period of global travels having lived and worked in London, UK for the past 10 years.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To help me experience the reality of the places I visit. Living with and walking in the footsteps of locals is the best way to get a true sense of a place, it's culture and customs.

Interests

Current affairs, politics, film and music. I have a super eclectic taste from funk and soul, through to rock and dance!

• technology
• reading
• live music
• films

Music, Movies, and Books

I have a very eclectic taste in music, though blues, funk, soul and hip-hop are probably closest to my heart.

Having studied English Literature at Uni, reading is a core passion of mine. Whenever I visit a new country I'm sure to read fiction by local authors as well and history books.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've just spent 4 months travelling round India and Sri Lanka. Everyday was exceptional, but the couchsurfing in Utter Pradesh and living with a family in a village was particularly memorable. Even the simplest of day-to-day living, whether it's eating together or enjoying the local sights became all the more special.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a fully qualified CELTA English Language teacher, very keen to help people learn! I've already done a bit of teaching in India and plan to put my skills to the test in China as well from roughly May this year. In the meantime, more than happy to help improve the English of the hosts I stay with!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Manners, tidiness, respect, English Language teaching

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, United States