Hi! I'm a 26-year-old American currently living in Madrid, Spain and am new to couchsurfing. During the week I work as an English teacher in a secondary school, but on the weekend I pass the time exploring the city of Madrid or traveling through Europe. Since moving to Madrid, I have picked up salsa dancing and dance multiple times per week. Also, I am a marathon runner and love hiking, exercising, and being outdoors!

Be decent to people and they'll be decent to you :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love traveling and meeting new people, but I come to see how sometimes traveling can be a bit expensive, depending on the city. Also, I'd love to meet up with locals and learn about their culture, while also find the hidden gems of a city. I feel like the true nature of a city is revealed through those who live there, so I would love to share that experience with someone (even if only for a few days).

Interests

• salsa dancing
• spanish food
• running
• music
• skiing
• rowing
• teaching
• solo travel
• travel
• marathons
• going out with friends

Music, Movies, and Books

Some pop stuff but mainly country, rock, and latin dance music have been the latest beats between my ears.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I rode a camel into the Sahara Desert at sunset and spent the night at a campsite. Then, I "snow" boarded down a sand dune at sunrise.

Have run 5 marathons (3 in Spain and 2 in the US)

Chaperoned 70 teenagers along the final 114 kilometers of the Camino de Santiago in northern Spain... TWICE

Teach, Learn, Share

Spanish, some Spanish and Italian cooking, and salsa dancing!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a fun and sociable person that would enjoy sharing experiences with other people. I am also a pretty good cook!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Morocco, Scotland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States