Kia Ora! I'm an ambitious Kiwi (New Zealander) with a passion for travel, minimalism, learning and meeting new people. Everything I own in this world fits into carry on bag. I also own a small accounting business that I run from my laptop - my life literally revolves around traveling.

I am fairly new to Couch Surfing, hence why I currently have no references and a small amount of friends. However to alleviate this, I have included links to my socials. Please feel free to add me, or get in contact via any of the options below - otherwise you are more than welcome to message me on CouchSurfing.

‣ Snapchat: kanesillifant
‣ WhatsApp: +64 22 325 8085
‣ Email: kanesillifant@icloud.com
‣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kanesillifant/
‣ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanesillifant/
‣ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kanesillifant/

Disclaimer: I am fully vaccinated (double dose) with formal proof. I have no issue with those who aren't and respect their decision. I am just letting potential hosts know in case it matters to them.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on CouchSurfing to meet incredible people that I probably wouldn't have met had I not been on the platform. I love people, but have always been slightly introverted. I want to share experiences and learn from others from all around the world.

Also, on the 1st of November I will be moving to the UK by myself. CouchSurfing provides a way for me to meet and potentially stay with locals in the cities that I may or may not live in. I'd like to find the best city for myself, before completely committing to a job. Locals always give great advice and so I am looking forward to learning from the best!

Above all else, I am wanting to make life time friends that I keep in touch with even after I leave - regardless of whether that is in person, or via social media. I care about those who I connect with and always want to see how they are doing.

Interests

• minimalism
• travel
• health
• learning
• accounting

Music, Movies, and Books

As the old cliche goes, I like all music. That being said, here are a few artists/genres that I listen to on a regular basis; Ed Sheeran, Tupac, Black Eyed Peas, Jacob Collier, Lo-Fi, Nomad and Fun. My favourite song is "Where is the Love" by the Black Eyed Peas.

As for movies/series, I really like historical based-fiction. A few examples are Vikings, Game of Thrones, The Last Kingdom, Braveheart, The Outlaw King, Hacksaw Ridge, Captain Philips. My favourite movie of all time is "A Knights Tale".

Books are everything to me. Because of my constant need to travel and be moving, I switched from physical books to Audio Books a few years back. I am a big fan of fiction, specifically Brandon Sanderson, Patrick Rofthfuss and Robert Jordan. I also love biographies, as well as non fiction books on psychology, business, investing and philosophy. My favourite books are "The Way of Kings" by Brandon Sanderson and "Sapiens" by Yuval Noah Hararri.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Solo travel will always be the most amazing thing I have ever done. It made me the person I am today. That being said, here are a few specific things that I am grateful for having the opportunity to do.

‣ Muay Thai camp in Sam Rui Yot, Thailand
‣ Motorbike trek through Ha Giang, Vietnam
‣ Traveled Sri Lanka via their public transport system
‣ Moved to the United Kingdom completely by myself

Teach, Learn, Share

I am obsessed with learning and love to teach what I know. I strive to be the best version of myself and always push those around me to do the same. Life is too short to not reach your potential - so be happy with what you have, but always strive for more!

I am most comfortable teaching and sharing knowledge from the following areas:

‣ Business, Accounting, Finance, Investing
‣ Weight Training, Resistance Training, Nutrition
‣ Martial Arts, Boxing, Muay Thai, Jujitsu
‣ Music, Acoustic Guitar, Audio Books
‣ New Zealand Culture, Australian Culture
‣. One Bag Travel, Travel Hacks, Minimalism

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United Kingdom