My name is Hedvig and I am a 29-year-old Swedish Ph.D. student who lives in Utrecht in the Netherlands. I live here with my boyfriend and our two cats, and I do research in Amsterdam at The Netherlands Cancer Institute. I love to travel and I love music. Music is what brought me to The Netherlands where I moved 4 years ago to finish my master studies. I haven't left yet :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Since I am a student I'm always short of money, but I don't want that to stop me from what I love. I also like to meet new people and learn about different cultures. I think the best way to really experience a foreign culture is to do it with a local. I lived by myself in Rome and in Milan and I came alone to Utrecht as well, and sometimes I travel by myself.

Interests

I have many interests in different kinds. I love music and festivals, science, cooking, food, hiking, biking, culture, museums, nature, animal sanctuaries, environment and spending time with my friends.

• culture
• writing
• festivals
• dancing
• dining
• cooking
• traveling
• hiking
• engineering
• nature
• biking

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to all kinds of music, from electronic to classic music. I used to play the piano when I still lived at home and I am looking to start playing again when I am done with my studies. I love to listen and dance to good music with friends or go to an orchestra, live concert or festival.

I watch a lot of series and movies. I love Star Wars and Marvels, and also animated movies. I also watch tons of documentaries and nature shows.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Moved to Rome. I love that city, it is still my favorite city in the world. I love the culture and the atmosphere. It's so unique. And the food is just amazing.

I went on a spiritual journey to Peru, in the mountains and in the jungle. An amazing trip of a lifetime.

Following my heart and moved to The Netherlands. After severely sick for a few months I decided to leave Sweden to follow my heart and move to The Netherlands. A big part of my love for The Netherlands is the music scene.

Teach, Learn, Share

I know how to speak Swedish, English, Dutch and Italian. I also know a lot in the field of biotechnology and other sciences. I have been a dancer, but I don't know how much I can teach. ;)

I can share a lot of stories from my trips around the world and my friends always ask me for traveling or festival advice!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my company and my experiences I had on all my trips. We could go out and explore together or have a meal.

Or we could just hang out and do something else. I am always up for new adventures, and I like to see and do new things!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam, Åland Islands

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Netherlands, Sweden