I'm a Software Engineer from Chicago. I love traveling and travel hacking. I take many trips a year and have been to many places around the world. Some of my favorite places are Belgium, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, and Vietnam just to name a few.

I travel a lot with miles/points, which has allowed me to travel in First and Business Class around the world without spending cash. This includes First Class on Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, JAL, and Cathay Pacific.

When I'm not traveling, I'm not a party-goer or into clubs, but I still like to go out. My idea of a good evening is finding a dive bar or pub and just chilling with craft beers and some food.

I'm also interested in magic the gathering, video games, camping, and computers/tech in general.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've had this account for years, but never actually used it, but giving it a shot in 2024. I have stayed at hostels a lot to meet others, but I also want to meet more locals.

I'm mostly looking to meet new friends, not necessarily get a place to stay. I'm perfectly content with staying at a hostel/hotel and then meeting up at a bar/restaurant. An invitation into your home would be greatly appreciated though.

Interests

• beer
• video games
• traveling
• hiking
• camping
• craft beer
• programming
• magic the gathering
• travel hacking
• mtg

Music, Movies, and Books

LOTR
The Matrix

Breaking Bad
Game of Thrones
Battlestar Galactica

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm more than happy to share on how I travel the world in first/business class without paying cash for my tickets.

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Qatar, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States