I am a San Diego, California native whose interests include but aren't limited to: art, music, learning about and experiencing different cultures, nature and outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, kayaking etc. For the past 15 years I've been working in the beauty industry as a hairstylist but recently began teaching English online part-time. I sometimes dabble in the hospitality industry. Though I travel often California is my homebase and my dream is to one day own a home in California that I can always come back to.

Down-to-earth, creative, fun, diplomatic, laid-back, dependable, silly.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I prefer a local experience to a tourist experience so I'd like to connect with local people who do local things to strengthen and enrich their communities. I also enjoy genuinely enjoy meeting new people and fellow travelers. I have an open-door/exchange policy. I can typically host anyone who wants to stay with me in exchange.

Interests

I am currently trying to improve my Spanish skills and salsa dancing moves. Amo Latin America, es mi favorita parte del mundo.

• dogs
• arts
• photography
• salsa dancing
• cooking
• running
• happy hour
• gardening
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• linguistics
• museum
• tefl
• hairstyling

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Anything Tarantino/anything funny/documentaries/independent
Music: mostly punk rock, ska, indie, rockabilly, classic rock, hip-hop, dubstep etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Solo travel.

Teach, Learn, Share

TEFL/TESOL Certified in case you're interested in learning English.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can prepare you meals or offer a complimentary haircut.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belize, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Guatemala, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, United States