Hello! I'm Inge, interested in traveling, philosophy, people, ideals, music, new ideas, creativity, community and many other things. I like to think, to talk, to party, to study, to travel and to meet people.

I live in Uppsala, Sweden, where I moved in the autumn of 2018. Before, I lived in Utrecht (the Netherlands), Providence (USA) and Middelburg (the Netherlands). I have love for all those places.

Currently, I'm working as a PhD at the University of Uppsala. I research participation projects by museums.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing to me is a great experiment of trust. I have hitchhiked and done couchsurfing: to me it is the way to see the best of humanity. We all take a leap of faith, and by staying humble and respectful we can learn so much from each other. Each conversation started because of a couchsurfing match (either as a host, guest or meeting up with someone) has been interesting and left me wanting to know more about the other!

I have not hosted anyone in a while (I have been living in tiny, temporary spaces) nor have I stayed with others for the last few years. I have, however, met up with Couchsurfers in several places: Curacao, Suriname and France. In my experience it has been a great way to meet others.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

All experiences have been pleasant and exciting! I have mostly hosted in Middelburg. I liked spending time with my guests, cook together, share stories (and a beer), when I have the time.

Interests

I really like music. Listening, playing, singing. It is one of the things that really has a big influence on my mood and day. I love going to concerts and share music with others (as long as they are quiet ;) ). In general I prefer the smaller venue over big ones. And I love making music (piano, guitar, singing).

I like being active (yoga, volleyball) and I like lounging (reading, tv watching, having a chat).

• arts
• yoga
• reading
• live music
• guitar
• piano
• outdoor activities
• volleyball
• indie music
• indie films

Music, Movies, and Books

This is an old list, but still like all of it, although some stuff has been added:

Movies: Motorcycle Diaries; Where the wild things are; The Science of Sleep; Into The Wild; Juno; Being John Malkovich; Hair; Wes Anderson.... (weird movies are the best)
Music: right now: The National, Angus and Julia Stone, Antony and the Johnsons, Andrew Bird, Arcade Fire, Nick Drake, Bonobo...
Books: Exit West, a Little Life,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Sleeping in the Wadi Rum dessert in Jordan, right under the stars

Teach, Learn, Share

I could try to learn you some Dutch, maybe playing the piano, swimming, play volleyball!

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hungary, Israel, Jordan, Mexico, Montenegro, Morocco, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands, United States