I am a happy, outgoing person. I like to think that I see the silver lining in most situations and try to help others to see the same. I have been incredibly fortunate to be able to travel a great deal throughout my life so far and I am excited to continue travelling.

I currently work as a Research Engineer at a global company, this gives me both travel opportunities through work and also the flexibility to be able to explore the world myself.

I have recently developed a great passion for bouldering and would happy to take you along with me if we meet up. I am also a qualified skiing instructor and enjoy windsurfing, sailing, squash and tennis.

For some of my travel photos and for an insight into my life follow my Instagram @jaws1811

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing for two main reasons.

Firstly to gain first-hand, local knowledge about the places I am visiting. The best times I have had travelling have always been from local knowledge; whether it be a local basketball match in Zadar Croatia or a bamboo forest in Kyoto Japan. I feel that CS can only add to this as you are literally integrating yourself into a locals life, living and eating with them. This can give you an insight into a country like no tour book can (even lonely planet dare I say it).

Secondly, I have come to realise how incredibly lucky I am in life and I wish to share that with those passing through my city. If that be a base to explore from or even just a hot, well-cooked meal. Huddersfield is a great place to visit, with Leeds or Manchester just a 30min train ride away too. I have a double sofa bed which is super comfy and a 130" projector to watch movies from.

I really want to become part of this community both a surfer and a host.

Interests

• #music
• #travel
• #climbing
• #wine
• #travelling
• #food
• #jazz
• #skiing
• #bouldering
• #windsurfing
• #rum

Music, Movies, and Books

I love to both play and listen to Jazz, folk and indy music. I was also brought up on classic FM and love a bit of Ludovico Einaudi.

Movies: I don't know if I can pick any, in particular, I grew up with HP and LOTR but love a bit of action, thriller and SIFI too. Everything goes pretty well on 130" of HD glory though.

Books: GOT was simply outstanding and can't wait for the next instalment. But in general, I need to read more. Any suggestions?

Teach, Learn, Share

I can officially teach you to ski.
I can unofficially teach you to bake an eight weave loaf, climb a wall and play the Lumineers on guitar. Maybe a bunch of other things too, like 3D modelling or how to calculate the total to static efficiency of a turbine.

I'd love to learn Italian, French or Mandarin in particular but if you speak another language to I would love if you could help me learn a little. I am a keen cook so if you could please teach me a couple of your favourite dishes it will help to expand my repertoire.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, Croatia, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, Scotland