I'm a person who enjoys deep conversations, learning about another culture/history, and trying new things. For me, travelling involves not only exploring places but meeting people and journeying through the stories they share.

I'm currently a full-time PhD student in the UK studying about development and international relations. I am currently in Bavaria, Germany for my visiting researcher post in Ludwig Maximillian University. Before venturing into a PhD, I used to work on development programmes in Asia Pacific helping out governments do their work better.

I don't have that many references yet since I barely use Couchsurfing. However, in 2019, I had an awesome experience being hosted by new friends in Italy and Switzerland so I thought of continually using it. Unfortunately, Pandemic hit so I'm only returning to this again this 2022.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing combines 2 things I love, meeting people and travelling. I love meeting people, listening to their stories and exchanging thoughts. I love travelling, learning about other cultures and soaking on the soul of a different places I believe that through couchsurfing, we can bridge the divide and address the misunderstandings in the world.

I am currently in Germany for a visiting researcher post. I can host if you are travelling to Turkheim, Bavaria.:)

Interests

I am a combination of old soul meets geeky head and adventurous lass. My perfect weekend is to travel outdoors and end it with a good book with classical music. On weekdays, I submerge myself with academic papers and end it with a good show on Netflix.

When my current life allows, I spend time socializing with people to know their stories, what makes them happy, and what are their dreams. For me, a meaningful life is built on healthy relationships with people you know and are about to meet.

• theater
• yoga
• meditation
• reading
• music
• hiking
• scuba diving
• science
• social science
• visual arts
• travel
• bird watching
• cooking and baking
• reading and writing

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - mostly classical or jazz. I also love Filipino songs and those written with poetic lines.

Books - For fiction, I love mystical ones like those written by Coelho, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Saint-Exupery. For non-fiction, I love those 'self improvement' or society-related books like those written by Kahnemann, Duhigg, and Acemoglu.

Movies - I like science fiction films from Marvel such as 'Wonderwoman', animated films like 'How to Train Your Dragon', and those related to society like 'La Vita e Bella'.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach cooking, another language, research, writing, and business and management stuff.

My love for learning is skies the limit so just tell me what you want to share.

I can share stories, my love for food, a good massage, a good song or something from UK like tea and cookies.=P

What I Can Share with Hosts

Great stories and intellectual discussions about almost anything.

I can cook and do some massage. I can pair that with singing if it's your birthday.:)

I can bring something from where I am from (currently in northeast UK). Just let me know!

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Brazil, Cambodia, China, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kenya, Laos, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Northern Ireland, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Poland, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Philippines, South Korea, United Kingdom