I have been travelling South America for over 1 year now and I still get excited by the thought of discovering new places and meeting new people. In the UK I work a lot, I have 2 jobs, 1 is in a theatre and I also work for a charity. I don't mind the long hours because that they are the reason that I am able to travel to so many wonderful countries.

My other big love is animals, I love them so much!! I have been lucky enough on my travels to work with dogs in Colombia and pumas in Bolivia. Both projects have given me amazing memories and once in a lifetime experiences, I want to do at least 1 more project with animals before I fly home to the UK. When I get back I plan to turn these experiences and this passion into paid employment. This is the dream

I try to be a positive person in all situations. Travelling is such an intense experience and you do learn a lot about yourself, both good and bad. I have learnt that I am more patient than I thought I was and I am better at dealing with stressful situations , however, there is always room for improvement. I am respectful of people, different cultures and the place where I am staying whether it be in a hostal or someones house. I think this is very important. I am a very clean person....when I can be!

Por qué estoy en Couchsurfing

I have been on couchsurfing for quite a while now but I haven't taken advantage of the many things it has to offer. I love that it allows you to experience a place in a unique way, what could be better than seeing a place through the eyes of a local? Having that inside knowledge on the best places to go, staying in a neighbourhood that normally you wouldn't experience, being welcomed into somebody's home and have them share a little bit of their life with you. I am on here to make connections that I wouldn't normally make and hopefully come out if it with lifelong friends.

I am not currently in a position to host but as soon as I am my door will be open to fellow Couchsurfers.

Intereses

Since travelling and meeting new people my list of interests keeps getting longer. As I said before my main interest and passion is animals and everything animal related! Dogs in particular are a weakness of mine. I don't own one but as soon as I have a suitable place I intend to get a rescue dog. There are so many dogs in this world already that need an owner and lots of love.

I am definitely not the best cook, although I do keep trying. This does not change the fact that I love food! I like to experiment with local cuisine and I always keep an open mind when it comes to trying new food. I am vegetarian which does limit my options, although I have been cheating in South America and I have succumbed eating fish. I just can't say no to a good ceviche! I would like to learn to be better in the kitchen so I can cook for the people that have been kind enough to cook for me.

I am travelling around with a hula hoop and I try to practise every moment I get. I'm still not very good, which is kind of frustrating, but i'm having fun trying.

As much as I like having a few drinks and good conversation I absolutely love staying in with a big bowl of popcorn and good film. I have a good balance of going out and staying in.

• animals
• animal welfare
• dining
• animal care
• nature
• hula hoop
• waterfalls
• watching films
• natural medicine
• plant medicine

Música, películas y libros

Music - I love going to live see a live orchestras, they give me goosebumps. I am lucky enough to work in a theatre so I get to see our local orchestra, the BSO. Ska music always makes me happy and makes me feel like dancing. I listen to many genres of music but I always welcome some musical education.

Movies- I watch so many movies it's impossible to have a favourite. I seem to like all the films that Sam Rockwell is in! I do like a good horror but always regret it when the lights go out that night.

Books - I have read a book called 'Are You Experienced' quite a few times. It's a fictional and humorous account of a boys experiences in India. It's very funny and easy to read.

Algo increíble que he hecho

It definitely has to be walking a pump through the Bolivian jungle. It was amazing, nerve wracking, magical and very surreal.

Enseña, aprende, comparte

Teach - I can teach basic hula hooping, very basic!
I can attempt to teach some English if this is desired
How to make wallets out of milk cartons

Learn- I would love to be fluent in Spanish
How to make a good ceviche, or just how to cook in general!

Share - Time

Qué puedo ofrecer a los anfitriones

I like to share my hula hoop and the secret to keeping it up. Hopefully a coffee, beer or a glass or wine while exchanging stories and experiences. I can also share my popcorn.

Países que he visitado

Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, Greece, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Portugal, Thailand, United States

Países en los que he vivido

United Kingdom