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Overview

  • 1 reference 1 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Italian, Spanish
  • 36, Female
  • Member since 2010
  • Recent graduate/traveler
  • University of Texas
  • From Lago Vista, Texas
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

I want to show everyone the beauty Austin has to offer to EVERYONE!!

ABOUT ME

I graduated in May and decided to leave the day after my graduation and move to Italy. It was quite scary in the beginning because I don't speak Italian, I moved in with a family to au pair and it was a big adjustment and I was recently hit by a motorcycle. Overall I really treasure this new experience, I've been hit by the travel bug and can't wait to come back again. I'm going home in about 2 weeks, and then I can start working and save up again!

PHILOSOPHY

I value friendships over everything else. I live my life to help others, experience the world and laugh about my triumphs and flaws.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I'm new to the CS community, but once I return I'd love to share the beautiful city of Austin, Texas with fellow travelers!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I met a traveler from California while I was in Spain who mentioned couch surfing in Sicily. She absolutely loved her experience, and she even recommended the house where she stayed. After this I wasn't so fearful. Traveling is all about the people you meet along the way!

Interests

Outdoor activities, trying new foods, spending time with friends and exploring.

  • birds
  • beauty
  • traveling
  • outdoor activities
  • surfing
  • snowboarding
  • au-pair

Music, Movies, and Books

I've been studying Italian. I love movies, a classic that I enjoy over and over again is Grease.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I taught myself how to Snowboard in Denver, Colorado in February. It was amazing because it involved a lot of perseverance.

I was traveled to the Grand Canyon in January and it was covered in snow and absolutely beautiful. I also white water rafted in Costa Rica, the cascading waterfalls, the clear water, fresh fruit and the tropical birds cooing made me fall in love with this beautiful country.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share my experiences and laughter. :) I can tell you whatever you want to know about Texas, and no not everybody wears a cowboy hat and loves Bush!

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, United States

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