Hello! I am a 23 year old from the United States (Colorado). I've been in Toulouse, France since September teaching English to middle schoolers through the TAPIF (teaching assistant in France) program. I have loved being able to host travelers with my roommates at my apartment here in Toulouse, but since I'll be leaving soon, I'd love to stay with some more couch-surfers in other European cities before I head back to the States! I enjoy hiking, running, markets, clubs, beer & wine, and of course exchanging about different cultures :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting people from all different cultures and experiencing travel in a more authentic way. At my university in the U.S., I participated in exchanges through choir (music) and I fell in love with the more intimate, meaningful way to see new places. I try now to stay away from the traditional "tourist" mentality when I'm traveling and also to stay away from consumerism/materialism (definitely not perfect, but I'm trying!). I know that experiences are what I will remember most and what can teach me the most. When I return to the U.S., I would be happy to host or give advice!

I love moments where your way of thinking is completely altered, and speaking with people from other cultures is one way to to this more frequently.

Interests

• concerts
• hiking
• backpacking
• philosophy
• cultures
• bars

Music, Movies, and Books

I love different kinds of music- house, folk, hip-hop, classical

The Weeknd
The Paper Kites
Bon Iver
Fleet Foxes
Frank Ocean
One Republic
Diplo
Flume
Bonobo

I especially enjoy live music- electronic concerts or smaller singer/songwriter shows.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I recently participated in a musical exchange (choir) in Zambia and Zimbabwe!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach English or French or just listen if you'd like to practice your speaking abilities.

I love learning about other cultures, anything & everything (religion, food, economy, philosophy, what's important in your country, how do people think, etc.)

Would love to share cooking together, exchange favorite music, or just exchange stories.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am happy to teach English to hosts or help with cooking meals! I'm very good at washing dishes ;) I can share about American culture, politics, etc., as well.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States