Hello!

My name is Madeline and I'm a young professional currently based in Phoenix, AZ working at Arizona State University. For undergrad, I studied biology, history, and Russian. I was recently accepted to a Masters program in Australia that will start spring 2022.

I love to travel, often solo, and to make friends where I go. In the last four years, I've traveled across Russia, Japan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Norway, the UK, Spain, Switzerland, and Germany.

I like to say that I'm an easy guest because I'm small and travel light--I don't need a lot of space. I am always happy to share conversation and adventures with my hosts, but I am also perfectly content to take care of myself :)

I have had amazing experiences couch surfing abroad! I have also used this app when I was visiting Portland and Seattle. In every situation, I have become long term friends with the people that I met. I wish I could be hosting, but right now I have roommates who are not willing to host travelers. Someday!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have really enjoyed the relationships I made couch surfing, and I think it's one of the best ways to engage with people in a new city. I feel much safer traveling alone when I have a personal connection to my hosts.

Interests

Music, books, movies, food, pets.

• pets
• books
• dining
• movies
• traveling
• music
• biology
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

Book: Russian literature out the whazoo. Film: any classic sci-fi lovers? Music: I’ll bring my ukulele if that is up your alley :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I took a two-day home up Mount Fuji to see the sunrise!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a respectful and helpful visitor, only 5'2"/158cm, so I don't take up much space. I'm grateful for anything and am looking to make friends!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, England, Germany, Ireland, Russian Federation, Scotland, Thailand, Uzbekistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States