Hello! My name is Catherine and I'm living abroad in France for a school year. I am hoping to travel and experience as many countries as I can during my stay in Europe! I love meeting new people, sharing experiences and culture, and traveling (of course).

I was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and love sharing my Southern culture with new people.

I'm currently planning a trip through Eastern Europe that includes Wroclaw, Krakow, Budapest, Bratislava, Prague, cities in Germany, and ending in Amsterdam! I would love to stay with people that share my passion for traveling and good discussion!

One of my favorite things to do is sit around a table with some wine and talk about life with friends. I love learning new things especially from new people who have different experiences from my own. I can have a conversation about pretty much anything! I'm a positive person who loves being around positive people who enjoy life.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on couchsurfing because it is a great way to meet friends in different countries and a great way to experience new cultures! The best way to learn about a new place is through the eyes of someone who knows and loves it well!

I'm not currently in a situation where I can host people, but once I get back to Louisiana I look forward to hosting people at my place as well! The types of people that you meet on CS are the people that I would want to meet in a new city anyways. They always seem to be passionate people who love their city, meeting new people, and love learning new things!

Interests

Traveling, partying, discussions (over a great wine), reading, going out with friends, eating, photography

• culture
• singing
• photography
• dining
• cooking
• wine
• partying
• drinking
• drinking games
• reading
• traveling
• music
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

I absolutely love music and all genres. I can be listening to classical piano one minute and party music the next! I typically drift towards folk/alternative bands like Mumford and Sons, Head and the Heart, Avett Brothers, etc. I also really love bluegrass/country music!

Honestly, I love all music so this is a very difficult section to fill out. I often spend my weekends listening to live music of all kinds!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Maybe we can talk about all the amazing things we've both done when we meet!

Teach, Learn, Share

As a teacher and lifelong student I am always learning and sharing new things...I wholeheartedly believe that we never stop learning. I am currently an English assistant in Rennes, France but I am a certified French teacher in Louisiana! I can teach much more than just language as I love to teach about my culture and experiences. I also know some AWESOME drinking games :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

My bubbly personality, great discussions, food (I'm a good cook), music (I love to sing)

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Canada, France

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, France, United States