Born and raised in West Philadelphia. I love to travel and experience other cultures. I try to travel on a budget and help others find affordable travel options. I LOVE to try new foods, explore a new place by foot and then bring home different customs I've learned while abroad. I also love to shop at thrift stores, in search of unique things to add to my wardrobe or adorn my home.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I hope to meet other travelers who can show me how they function in the place they live. Do they walk, drive or use public transport? Where's the most affordable grocery store? Favorite recipe? I want to learn about new places to travel, whether on a day trip or airplane. I want to live like a local and travel affordably.

Interests

I love to cook and more so love to feed others by sharing a recipe or making up something new together. I like to wander around grocery stores, especially in other countries. I love graffiti, whether a giant colorful piece or just a tag. I love clothing but don't like to spend a lot of money on it, most things I wear are from my super stylish grandmother.

• arts
• fashion
• street art
• thrifting
• traveling
• budget travel
• travel
• local food
• local history
• local culture
• fashion design
• local
• local cuisine

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Movies:
Paris is Burning
La Haine
Arrival

Books:
Zeitoun
The Alchemist

Music:
90s Hiphop
Soulful Oldies

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've really tried to design my life so it allows me to travel. Bartending is a flexible job that allows me to take some time off and come back. In 2015 I traveled for two months with my ex around Asia and then extended my travel an extra month and traveled solo around Georgia, Turkey and Greece. I met amazing people, ate delicious foods and shared experiences that continuously shape my current mindset and future plans.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Recipes, cooking, travel tips for places I've visited

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Bahamas, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Georgia, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Laos, Macao, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Senegal, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States