Hey I am Jess and I have just come to Couchsurfing in the past year. I come from a city just outside of Toronto, Canada. I have traveled to a variety of different countries solo, with friends and with tour groups. I mainly stay at hostels and Airbnb's but sometimes will give Couchsurfing a try to get the real local experience. I have been to 6 out of the 7 continents with 27 countries under my belt. My favourite past times are cooking, eating, binge watching series, traveling, booking/researching traveling, hiking and experiencing new things.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing to mix up the type of accommodation I typically use while traveling (hostels and Airbnb's). I am interested in getting a local's perspective on the places I am traveling instead of what is usually found in a guidebook/ guide blog. I am hoping to meet some amazing people and see some wonderful sites.

Interests

• traveling
• hiking
• solo travel
• eating

Music, Movies, and Books

I am a huge Potterhead. I've read the whole Harry Potter Series probably a hundred times.

I mainly enjoy rock and alternative music but on occasion don't mind some top 40s and 90s throwbacks. I am a big fan of Karaoke.

Just to name a few top movies and series the Dark Night Series, Harry Potter Series, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Hairspray.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I don't mean to brag but I've done a dozen amazing things. Some highlights included stepping out of my comfort zone and fighting my fear of heights by skydiving, hot air ballooning and zip-lining.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am currently learning basic Spanish and attempting to re-learn French (as a Canadian you learn French for 5 years of school). I am willing to teach English. I am willing to share my crazy travel and work stories.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Horrible puns, my travelling adventures, my cooking, my never ending bucket list and creating memories.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Botswana, Cambodia, Chile, China, Costa Rica, England, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Laos, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Peru, Portugal, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United States, Vatican City State, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada