Hello soon to be friends. I'm a 22 year old who loves to laugh and learn.

I began traveling alone over the past year and found true bliss and understanding in the travels, both learning about myself and learning from every action and interaction I get to experience.

Update: back in NY exploring the city and surrounding area and biking every chance I get.

I have a love for the outdoors including hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking, sightseeing, and of course traveling. I'm a solo traveller, always looking to meet new people and shine a positive light wherever I may be.

Also love conversation and getting to know people on a personal level.

Much Love,

Benjamin Raff.

You can find me on facebook : Benjamin Phillip

"Life is a journey, not a destination"

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

With hope for cheaper alternatives for night stay and hopefully to see a city / area from an insiders perspective. I became very situated with where I went to University and anytime a friend came up and wanted to see Vermont I became a tour guide. Hoping that I can meet some cool people and find some insider tips on seeing the sites of wherever I am!

Interests

Bicycling, Hiking, Skiing, Waterskiing, Kayaking, Reading, Adventuring, Swimming, Renewable Energy, Judaism

• reading
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• kayaking
• skiing
• swimming
• engineering
• mathematics
• sightseeing
• bicycling
• cycle touring

Music, Movies, and Books

All Music.

Books Recently:

It's all about the bike: The Pursuit of Happiness on Two Wheels

Siddhartha
Into the Wild
The Alchemist
Mans Search for Meaning
Tuesdays with Morrie

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

* As of 9/1/17 biked NH->WA with an organization called Bike & Build

* 28 Day Community Service trip through Peru completing over 70+ hours in community service projects.
* Hiked through the Mont Blanc Region

What I Can Share with Hosts

Memories of past experience, any financial necessary, a good meal, good conversation,.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, England, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Netherlands, Peru, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Israel, United States