I am a world traveler that has taught English for four years in china while traveling countries in Asia and Europe . I was raised in a family that do not travel often so my wanderlust began while traveling Europe with my aunt when i was 10 and visiting my relatives in Canada and California. I grew up in a small town in Oregon and always dreamed big. I am trying to travel the world while making a difference. I am trying to turn my dreams into a reality.

Instagram 🌄: yunghowardhughes

Snapchat: astrauss87

Facebook: andrewpatrickstrauss

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet people but also to have a good experience while traveling. Meet some cool locals or expats and have a ldifferent take on the city then an average tourist.

Interests

I love watching films from any country. I studied film and East Asian studies in university. I love learning about history, cultures and the natural world. I am a big fan of music and reading.

• photography
• film making
• reading
• blogging
• philosophy
• adventure travel
• budget travel
• film
• world history

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite music is electronic, old rock, experimental, hip hop and metal.

I love movies by Seijen Suzuki, David Cronenberg, Werner Herzog, David Lynch and Takashi Miike. I like anime shows such as evangelian, cowboy bebop, death note and ghost in the shell, and good tv shows such as true detective season 1 and game of thrones.

My favorite books are anything that is interesting. I love true life stories and travel books. I like Hemingway, Vonnegut, Mishima, Faulkner and many other authors.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I wouldn't say anything I have done is amazing, but i do have stories and maybe some are unbelievable.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach about different places to travel to and what you can expect there. Share stories and interests. Learn more about the world.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My sense of humor and if I am talking too much you can just tell me to shut up. I also am very resourceful and great at researching.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Cambodia, Canada, China, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Netherlands, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, United Kingdom, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, China, United States, Viet Nam