Hello,

I'm Chelsey, living in Arusha and starting my own business. I have been remodeling my home for almost a year now, turning it into a warm cottage. I have a passion for fabrics, unique design, and hosting events. Before moving to Arusha I lived in California next to the beach, so I'm bringing the beach and mountain vibe to this home to host people from all over the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love hosting people making them feel at home. This is a lovely city that is often overlooked. I want to host people and give them a warm experience where they can feel at home with all the right amenities (WIFI and warm water) as well as experience the culture of norther Tanzania.

Interests

• interior design
• fashion
• wine
• gardening
• martial arts
• volleyball
• beaches
• mountains
• food

Music, Movies, and Books

Music
90's, classical, reggae, top 10 junkie, alternative

Movies
Eat Pray Love, Italian Job, Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, Man on Fire, I am Legend.

Books
A House in the Sky, Fault in our Stars, Americanha, The Glass Castle, Half the Sky

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I worked as a wild land fire fighter for two summers in college.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have taught english, creative writing, and athletics in Thailand and Tanzania. By far the best experiences I have had thus far.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Lost of culture, I lived in a Maasai village for a year when I first moved to Tanzania. Great food that is fresh, clean, and local from my garden. A nice glass of wine.

City tours
Safari trips
Day trips
Trekking
Market tours in a village

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, Ethiopia, Fiji, Haiti, Ireland, Kenya, Laos, New Zealand, South Korea, Thailand, Uganda, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Haiti, Tanzania, Thailand