CURRENT MISSION

To explore, learn and socialise

ABOUT ME

I am an outgoing and happy go lucky person who loves to meet new people and explore new places. I have always wanted to travel however didn't have the chance to do it properly until I was 26. In my early 20's I was settled in a long term relationship with a mortgage and two cats. I loved that part of my life but it came to an end. It was sad, however it also meant that in my late 20's I was able to head out into the world to enjoy all of its history, cultures and diversity. It has been so exciting!

I turn 30 this year, so I have felt that it is time to settle a bit. Thankfully I have scored myself an amazing job as a remote worker. So I can mix being an adult with a steady job and travelling. Can't believe my luck!

PHILOSOPHY

Live, love, laugh

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

When I am in the UK I will be happy to meet for a drink and to show people around. I live an hour from London and visit it regularly so though I do not live there I can show people around very easily (tourist or non tourist spots). I am also happy to show people around various areas in the South of England (Winchester, Southampton, Reading, Bath and others). Unfortunately I am unable to host at this point in my life, though my parents have helped out travel friends in the past.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have frequently stayed with people I have met while travelling or socialising. However, I have only officially "couch surfed" twice in New York. I hope to do more with further travels. I love the idea of meeting locals rather than just fellow backpackers. I think you get to see and learn so much more that way! I've never been one for following the normal tourist routes and so love to see hidden gems.

Interests

• singing
• photography
• dancing
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• scuba diving
• history
• reading books
• exploring
• learning
• meeting new people
• dogs and cats

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Became a scuba instructor despite having suffered huge panic attacks when I very first started diving :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I am both avidly learning about photography but also love to help people to improve their own photography. I also really enjoy learning about peoples lives and the places they live in.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, China, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Laos, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, Philippines, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Honduras, Thailand, United Kingdom