PERSONAL BACKGROUND
I was an active host in Chicago but am currently not able to host due to location and life transitions. However, I hope to host again soon in DC area!

I was born and raised in a small suburb in Minnesota, USA. I started couchsurfing while studying and backpacking in Asia, and loved the community I found on this platform. I travel for leisure on some weekends, but love to host others when I'm in town because I love this community and want to contribute to it however I can.

I have hosted couchsurfers from: Australia (1), Canada (2), China (1), Columbia (4), El Salvador (1), Guatemala (1), France (3), Italy (1), Kazakhstan (1), Latvia (1), New Zealand (1), Russia (6), Slovakia (1), Spain (2), Taiwan (3), United States (30+)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on CS to travel, meet people at events, and host when I'm able. Ultimately, I want to meet good people and get an authentic feel for places I visit. I've got lots of stories from the United States and some recent travels in east Asia, and am looking to share some international experiences with new friends. Definitely would prefer to spend time with my host, but am completely understanding if he or she has other obligations during my stay.

Interests

Exploring cities. Nature. New cultural experiences. Food. Having good, authentic conversations. Learning about other peoples' backgrounds.

• dining
• cooking
• traveling
• socializing
• backpacking
• business

Music, Movies, and Books

Films: Ill Manors, Mr. Nobody, Short-term 12, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, This Is The End
Books: Freakonomics, David and Goliath
Music: Jon Bellion, 21 Pilots

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was named Homecoming King at the University of Minnesota.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: English. Western cooking styles.
Learn: Cultural norms. Local customs.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Fun stories. New experiences. Great memories. New friendships.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sweden, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Taiwan, United States