Recently closed my Peace Corps service in Mozambique and am doing a bit of traveling before I head back to grad school in the States.

I'm a native New Yorker trying to see parts of the world I have never seen before. My favorite thing about traveling are those moments where you find yourself sitting in a cafe, or park, or somewhere quite and public and you're taking it all in.
I love listening to people's stories about their lives and their travels, and learning new languages. I'd love to swap stories and ideas over drinks. Life as a volunteer has trained me to be pretty low-maintenance. I'd be happy with a roof and a spot on the floor, the rest I'll figure out. :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I always feel more connected to the place I am visiting when I am staying with a local. Hotels are nice, but they isolate you from the very place you've come to see.

Interests

I'm trying out my hand in photography. I still have a lot to learn.

Any nature related activity such as scuba diving, hiking, climbing I absolutely love to do.

Recently took up surfing and am totally hooked. :)

• writing
• photography
• surfing
• languages
• volunteering
• cultural immersion
• food
• cuisine
• scubadiving
• health and wellness
• traditional medicine

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

One time I slid down an active volcano. I'm still finding ash in my hair.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share stories, photos, and recipes for food I've collected from my travels. Also willing to help you learn English or any other language I can help with.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, recipes, laughs, and memories. :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Botswana, Canada, Ethiopia, Haiti, Japan, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, South Africa, Taiwan, Turkey, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Mozambique, United States