I am currently a teacher working with students in Thailand. I am from the United States, but I have lived, worked, and studied abroad. I enjoy exploring unknown places, trying new foods, and learning from others!

Follow my travels on Instagram @SuitcaseAffair

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's great to get to know new friends while showing off your place of residence and home city! I also enjoy traveling and know that it's a big help when you can assist others.

Interests

Swimming is fun despite the location: lake, river, pool, or ocean. As a Language Arts teacher, a great book is always close by. I also enjoy participating in other outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, camping, driving my motorcycle, rafting, and surfing. I am currently taking salsa dancing classes here while living in the Dominican Republic and I am loving it!

• writing
• poetry
• photography
• salsa dancing
• reading
• music
• swimming
• teaching
• art
• instagram
• exploring

Music, Movies, and Books

Books - Pride and Prejudice, Fahrenheit 451
Movies - Cloud Atlas, Hitch, Elf, The Lord of the Rings
TV Shows - The Big Bang Theory, New Girl, Game of Thrones
Music - anything with a good beat and decent lyrics

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have ice climbed through the mountains of Wales.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am able to teach basic salsa dancing steps, unique Dominican Spanish words, and show you around my city and our fabulous beaches!

What I Can Share with Hosts

We (my roommates and I) can share our couch, food/snacks, an ocean view and great breeze, plus activity recommendations!

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belize, Cambodia, Canada, Colombia, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Nepal, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Dominican Republic, Thailand, United States, Wales