My name is Kristina, but my friends and family call me Keeka. I didn't know how to pronounce my name as a child so I made up this nickname and it stuck...right into adulthood! I am all about traveling and meeting new people. My very first trip abroad was to mother Russia. I lived there for 3 months teaching english. It was one of the best moments in my life. I came back to the states and realized I was already planning my next trip abroad. That was in 2012. I have been traveling ever since. I've been to 16 countries and counting!

Growing up in Alaska in a very small town, we had to learn to think outside the box to have fun. This usually meant climbing trees, mountains, bridges, towers. I was not afraid to get dirty. I would say I am a very outdoorsy girl. I love to hike, do some fishing, explore nature, camping out. All those things are awesome! Unfortunately I do not live there anymore, but if you are going to visit...feel free to ask me questions! I lived there for 13 years and basically know everything there is to know about ALASKA!! It's soooo beautiful there.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am always looking to save a buck when it comes to traveling. Plus its great fun meeting locals! When I meet people who are crazy about traveling just as I am, it brings me so much happiness. When I am able to host, I will most definitely be doing so.

Interests

SNOWBOARDING (grew up in Alaska), hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, taking walks, beach bumming, good food, music and dancing, a good book.

• books
• dancing
• dining
• drinking
• traveling
• music
• fishing
• hiking
• canoeing
• kayaking
• camping
• snowboarding
• boxing
• rock climbing
• beaches
• mountains

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I lived in Russia for 3 month and taught English, for free. I love to impact the lives of others.

Teach, Learn, Share

"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." Philo

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a clean person, don't smoke and don't drink excessively.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Canada, Cayman Islands, Croatia, Denmark, Faroe Islands, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Russian Federation, United States