I am Kim (33 y) from Frankfurt/Main, Germany. I am a trained culinary chef who also studied English Literature. I am currently finishing my Master Thesis in English Literature and work part-time in a social organization. I rarely travel outside of Europe but I would like to see more places and cultures around the globe. My passion is hiking /climbing mounatins; I am interested in food culture(s).
In the past I travelled through Thailand, Laos and China - my next trip will bring me to South Africa, where I want to explore Johannesburg.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I mostly travel by myself. When I arrive at places and in cities where I am a stranger, I want to get in contact with people and locals who can tell me something about the place they live in. CS is one way of getting to know places and people without feeling totally anonymous while travelling.

Interests

I like to meet new people and chat but I am also respecting everyones privacy and prefer exploring places on my own. When I travel I like to take pictures and listen to music on my headphones.

I like to journal. I like to read music magazines. I love lgbt friendly bars, clubs and places with an alternative touch and a diverse and queer atmosphere.

I love to hike in the mountains and be by the sea. I also like big cities.

I like to have a nice drink and watch people, I sometimes like to smoke a cigarette.

Music, Movies, and Books

Cocteau Twins, Hercules & Love Affair, Brian Eno and John Cale, Future Holograms, Annie Lennox, Anika, Ann Peebles, Rocco Granata, Miriam Makeba, Yvonne Elliman & Ted Neeley singing Everything's Alright from Jesus Christ Superstar, Bill Callahan

What I Can Share with Hosts

Laughing and chatting, sharing food and drinks

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Italy, Laos, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Germany, United States