I am a kiwi gal on an adventure! Well actually lots of adventures 🙂 At the end of 2015 I resigned from my job (13 years teaching) and sold my house. Since then I have explored Australia, Europe and the USA. I returned to NZ just over a year ago and have been exploring more of Aotearoa. and You can check out my adventures on Facebook, YOLO SOLO 🙂

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am keen to meet new people and to experience places through locals. I have used Couch Surfing more for meeting people than accommodation and nearly all my experiences have been wonderful!

Interests

I love the outdoors and do a lot of hiking. I enjoy sea kayaking and fishing. I love the beach/ocean. I also enjoy sport, especially volleyball which I have coached since 2003. I also love a good game of rugby. I am passionate about the environment.

• culture
• environment
• wine
• gardening
• traveling
• fishing
• hiking
• rugby
• volleyball
• solo travel

Music, Movies, and Books

I like most music. Some of my favourite movies would be Scent of a Woman, Shawshank Redemption, Avatar, Braveheart, Coach Carter, No 2, The Notebook and Hunt for the Wilderpeople. I love to read and some of my top reads would include the Outlander/Cross Stitch series. Definitely a Game of Thrones fan!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Earlier 2016 I hiked about 500km from the top of New Zealand (Cape Reinga) to Auckland. I followed the Te Araroa trail and it took me about 5 weeks. Definitely one of the coolest things I have done! While in Europe I did Tour du Mont Blanc, also amazing!

Teach, Learn, Share

I love sharing my country and culture with people. I love learning and experiencing new cultures, places and people. I am passionate about the environment and enjoy conversations with like minded people.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook and I'm good at cleaning up and doing dishes too!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norfolk Island, Northern Ireland, Poland, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Tonga, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Croatia, New Zealand