Hey! Edgar here… I’m currently a final-year university student at Oxford studying ancient languages and literature. Born and raised in the U.K., I’ve also lived in New York and love immersing myself in new cultures. Travelling these last couple of years, I’ve come to realise that it’s the people I meet and the friends I make all over the world that are the most impactful and memory-making part of my trips.

My Instagram is ersatz2003

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’m very much a people person and am always looking to make friends and find community on my travels and in turn offer hospitality to travelers visiting the U.K. Seeking authentic connections and interesting people.

Interests

I love meeting new people and exploring places both on and off the beaten path. Love sharing stories, adventures, and knowledge, with a particular interest in everything historical and cultural (from opera to modern art to museums to sacred spaces and everything in between). I’m a big walker here so always up to spend hours wandering the streets of new places. Also passionate about learning languages (Ancient Greek and Latin are my go-tos but I’m learning French, Italian and Spanish currently, to various levels).

• culture
• nightlife
• socializing
• sports
• lgbt
• museums
• foodie
• language learning

Music, Movies, and Books

All sorts of literature from Greek poetry (my specialisation!) through to crime novels and romance.

I play the cello, piano and sing but despite my classical training, also love pop, R&B, gospel and everything in between!

Teach, Learn, Share

Love exchanging stories and information, obsessed with all things historical trivia!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Extensive knowledge of England’s culture and history, including showing you around, taking you to the best hidden places etc

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, United States, Viet Nam