ABOUT ME

Hello there! ✨ I'm Laurie.

Born in Hamburg, I am a true Hamburger at heart. I've always been enamored with my city's vibrant diversity. While our weather might give you a run for your money, it never fails to be a conversation starter among us locals. ☔

Now, diving into the challenge of self-description:
At my core, I'm playful, genuine, and perpetually curious. My spontaneous nature often shines through, and trust me, I can't lie to save my life! 😅 I have a penchant for black humor, the thrill of roller coasters, and the joy of dressing up. And oh, the heartbreak I feel when it's time to leave Disneyland is unparalleled! 🎢 Professionally, I'm immersed in the world of IT Consulting. But once off the clock, you'll find me orchestrating events for international groups, indulging in sports, or on a quest for delectable food. 🍔

Should you strike up a conversation about Star Wars, Disney, Scuba Diving, or AI, be warned: our chat might extend a tad longer than you anticipated! 😉

Ever heard the phrase "Why not now?" I live by it! I firmly believe that to truly understand if something's not for you, you've got to give it a shot first. Embracing this philosophy, I've dabbled in various hobbies, from teaching scuba diving and dancing, to setting up a party venue with friends. In any leftover free time, I'm either attending meetups or organizing my own events. 🎉 The wanderlust in me also fuels my desire to explore the world and experience life in diverse settings. My adventures have taken me to Peru and Mexico, where I've had the privilege to live.

My tryst with Couchsurfing began in 2012 when I sought an international community. I soon became a regular at numerous events in Hamburg. Craving authentic local experiences beyond just backpacking, I embarked on my first CS adventure in 2014 in Izmir, as part of my No-Bag-Europe-Trip. Along with a friend, we flew to Antalya and ventured on a 3-week odyssey with no luggage, hitchhiking, and a strict budget of just 2.50 Euros a day (though I did sneak in a bikini!). That trip was merely the beginning of many more to come. 🌍

Thanks for taking the time to get to know a snippet of my story. I'm always eager to write new chapters and share moments with kindred spirits. Looking forward to crossing paths! 😊🌟

Warmly,
Laurie

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to meet new people and I to learn from them.

Interests

Scuba diving
Dancing, with a particular passion for salsa
Began indulging in series watching two years ago

• dancing
• bachata
• fitness
• partying
• movies
• traveling
• surfing
• scuba diving
• computer science
• science
• study abroad
• free diving
• salsa
• meet new people

Music, Movies, and Books

Books
almost everything (no horror books or movies!!! ^^)
Comics (Locke and Key so far my favorite) - in fact I read more comics than books.

Music
Jazz, Blues, Electro, Rock, Goa, Reggaeton, Latin, Electro Swing, Lofi,
FKJ, Tom Misch, Steel Panther, BB King, ...

Movies/Series
I love Rick and Morty, Gravity Falls, Bravest Warriors, Umbrella Academy, Queer Eye, Drag Race, Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Brooklyn 99, Steven Universe, ...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Cenoten Dives in Yucatan <3

(Skydive, Slifra Dive in Iceland and staying in the Amazonas was also pretty great)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good Storys, a Franzbrötchen and pictures of a strange but cute dog :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Croatia, Cuba, England, France, Germany, Greenland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Mexico, Peru