Hello there.

I'm Ben, I'm from London, and I'm new to Couchsurfing. I'm also fairly new to travelling. I had my first trip out of Europe last year, when I went to Japan, Thailand and India. It was amazing and I will undoubtedly return. I thought the idea of couchsurfing sounded cool and I'm really keen to get some insight into the day to day of those I encounter on my travels. I also like to the idea of being able to meet new people to hang out with.

I'm interested in a big range of things and will usually be able to find something in common with the people I meet. I am currently studying Medicine in London, and I also have a degree in International Relations and History.

I have a variety of eccentric hobbies. I'm very keen on anything musical - be it listening to or writing music. I'm especially into electronic music! I also 'play' the guitar.

As well as music, I'm also a keen reader. I love a variety of books, both fiction and non-fiction. Some favourites include Last Exit to Brooklyn, The Outsider, Siddartha, The Master and Margarita.

I also love Brasilian Jiu Jitsu, which I have been doing for a few years now.

I also enjoy doing the usual things such as socialising, going out to eat etc. I'm very keen to improve my language skills, which aren't very good at the moment (I neglected them at school). I'd love to learn Spanish and German!

I currently live in London and, should those I meet on my travels need a place to stay in theirs, they are welcome to stay at my home.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm pretty new to travelling. Down to meet people with a range of experiences who are fun to hang out with.

Interests

• cooking
• reading
• music
• cycling
• medicine
• trekking

Music, Movies, and Books

All types of music, from classical to techno! Some favourite artists/bands include Boards of Canada, Aphex Twin, John Coltrane, Brian Eno, The Chameleons.

A big variety of literature. Particularly into weird and wonderful books with philosophical undertones e.g. Camus, Sartre, Burroughs etc.

I like a good range of movies. I find I don't watch enough movies these days! Some favourites include La Haine, Trainspotting, Blade Runner, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Blade Runner.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Went trekking around the Indian Himalayas. I've got a few pics from the trip on my profile! I highly recommend.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'd like to spend time with local people and to observe what they like to do in their spare time. I'd like to think I'm an easygoing person and fun to hang out with. Hopefully we can have a good laugh together!

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, India, Japan, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

United Kingdom