Hey I'm Liz! I am from small town near Seattle Washington, USA. I study at Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo but I am currently living in Florence for 9 months to study architecture. I found my way to Italy because I love exploring colorful cities, attempting to pick up new languages, learning about history (even if I never remember anything), and experiencing art that gives me goosebumbs: all while picking up lots of fun facts along the way! I find it wild and fascinating to be living in a new place.

My real passion is for the great outdoors! Fresh air makes me feel alive and whole more than anything else in the world. I love any activity that involves nature; backpacking, kayaking, running, climbing, swimming... all of it! I love the thrill of launching into something that scares me (which is a lot of things, so it seems to happen often).

I also love to travel, which is a given, because here I am!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To me, life is about fresh air, friends, and fun! If I can save a little bit of money while pursuing these things, push out of my comfort zone, and meet some people along the way, then I'm down

Interests

• running
• hiking
• backpacking
• mountaineering
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

music: anything that makes me want to dance. Also just discovered a newfound appreciation for opera.

movies: I love documentaries!! Also anything that involves mystery or psychological twists and turns.

books: The Book of Joy changed my life.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have a motorcycle license but I only drive a scooter... So not that amazing.
But also I can moonwalk and in 2017 I ran a half marathon!

Teach, Learn, Share

I am not on expert on anything, but I love learning from others and hearing their stories.

Also, if anyone plays the harmonica, I'm trying to learn and would really love to grab some tips from a real-life person instead of a You Tube video for once!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cleanliness, an easygoing, upbeat attitude, and maybe someday, a place to stay in return!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, United States