Hello! My name is Lauren and I am currently a full-time student doing a combined Master's program with St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas in the United States. My second half of the program is at l'Université Catholique de l'Ouest in Angers, France. My travels have taken me all throughout the United States and several other countries. And now I am traveling around the EU, looking forward to meeting new people and going on some amazing adventures! =)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Traveling around the EU, and looking for places to stay along the way. It would also be great to meet some locals who know the area. And who knows, maybe even a drink or coffee while making new friends?

Interests

Running, rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), surfing, hiking, kayaking, walking for very long distances, anything outdoors, long road trips.

Playing guitar... sitting at cafés and drinking coffee while I study... going to bars and drinking while I study... meeting new people / hanging out with friends.

• coffee
• running
• walking
• drinking
• traveling
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• kayaking
• surfing
• rock climbing
• road trips

Music, Movies, and Books

All genres.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've done a 36-hour road trip by myself, along with many other shorter ones, all around the United States.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am enjoying practicing my French while I have been in France, and I like helping others practice their English. I love discovering new things about our different cultures.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can be respectful and quiet if the person does not want to be disturbed, and I can go and hang out with that person for a day trip or night out on the town if the host wants to be sociable. I can be an active person to discover new things with, if that is what is desired.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Iceland, Israel, Mexico, United States, United States Minor Outlying Islands

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States