Grew up moving constantly around Brazil, which embedded in me a desire to constantly travel. Now, I'm attempting a college education around the world – my university program takes me to 7 different countries throughout the 4 years of undergrad.

I am an Economics and Global Development major, going into my senior year, with a strong desire to design effective policies with the best available evidence for fair socioeconomic development after I graduate. Particularly interested in education, empowering women, and understanding how people think and the way societies developed.

If you like discussing politics, cultures, dancing and going to bars, we'll get along really well!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a great way to connect with locals and getting to know the culture of each location, avoiding the major tourist destinations that can often skew reality. Currently not able to host because I just moved out of my home for the summer, but hope to return the favor as soon as I settle down again!

Interests

I love just walking around the city and seeing people, it's definitely my favorite way to explore. I'm also very fond of going out at night to bars. Anywhere with good beaches is somewhere I'd want to visit -- unfortunately, I don't have the money to go to all the places I want to because of poor-college-student constraints.

• walking
• clubbing
• budget travel
• beaches
• biking
• amusement parks

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Crossed the 80th parallel north on a boat.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A good time! I love talking to people and getting to know more about them. I'll also teach you to make brigadeiros, the famous Brazilian sweets.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Italy, Jordan, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mexico, Norway, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Thailand, United States, Uruguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

Argentina, Brazil, Germany, India, South Korea, United States