I am a student studying in London, but originally from the Netherlands. I was born in a little city in the Netherlands called Utrecht. I lived in California for a while, and am now in masters in global mental health in London. I love traveling, meeting people, and photographing. I also play ultimate frisbee, and love this community a lot. I appreciate hiking, nature, good views, food, and company.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love to meet new people, and discover the local spots to go. I enjoy cities and exploring the countryside, and have loved other home-stay experiences I have had so far. I have met some wonderful people through couch surfing! I believe that in a world that is connected so much through technology it has become increasingly important to interact with people in a genuine and real way. I think couch surfing has allowed me to experience travel in a whole new way, and also in a cost-effective and environmental manner.

Interests

I love to cook, bake, play ultimate frisbee, photograph, and travel. I love to have great conversations about random and intellectual stuff. I read a lot of books in my spare time, sometimes write poetry, and am attempting to learn how to play the guitar (work in progress). Am a sucker for history, picnics, and sunsets.

• culture
• dining
• cooking
• baking
• traveling
• socializing
• surfing
• study abroad

Music, Movies, and Books

I recently read the Goldfinch, which probably has to go up in the top five of best books I have ever read. I also enjoy reading people's life stories in the form of biographies, including Educated (Tara Westover), Becoming (Michelle Obama), and Just Kids (Patti Smith). I really love most music, but have been listening to more non-English music recently.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I traveled around the world from D.C., India, South Africa, and Brazil for four amazing months studying public health in rural and urban areas. I stayed with home stay families that were amazing and hospitable. They exposed me to the local culture, health systems, food, and their daily dinner conversations. I saw some amazing beautiful natural wonders like Table Mountain and Pao de Acucar, but also got the pleasure of knowing wonderful people in every country.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My baking, my friendship, and conversations.

Countries I’ve Visited

Brazil, Cabo Verde, Costa Rica, France, Germany, India, Italy, Malaysia, Netherlands, South Africa, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States