Hi guys! My name is Mike, I'm 25 and just finished my PhD. Hence I'm celebrating with a massive European trip!
I split my time between research (immunology, stress and exercise), lecturing at Bond University on the Gold Coast (in exercise physiology, and a little bit of biochemistry), and I also run the Brisbane Studio for a small made-to-measure suit company called The Black Label Tailoring. Check us out on instagram @theblacklabelsuits

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm sick of studying, now its time to travel! I decided to drop everything and escape, explore, get lost, have fun, and experience something completely different. Heading to Europe solo, the more friends I make along the way, the better! So I can experience some real culture and not be such a tourist!

I learnt about couch surfing from my Danish roommates a few years ago when they came to Australia and thought I'd have to give it a go when I travel.

Interests

I love fashion, specifically tailored suits, though I haven't packed much in travelling around Europe.
I enjoy staying active and healthy, I cycle, gym, run, swim and surf when I can. One of the reasons I'm heading to Belgium, Italy, and France is to watch some bike races first hand.
Also very partial to a few drinks, good chats, and good times with great friends.

• culture
• writing
• fashion
• wine
• beer
• exercise
• running
• drinking
• traveling
• music
• cycling
• surfing
• swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

Favourite albums:
Voodoo by D'Angelo
Black on Both Sides by Mos Def

Big fan of soul, neo-soul, hip hop and jazz in general.

Favourite book:
The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I'm just proud I finished Uni, dropped everything and booked a ticket to Europe!

Teach, Learn, Share

Anything about the human body, I am a bit of an encyclopaedia.

Trying to explore my much-starved creative side, I enjoy writing and music.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good times, positive vibes. Happy to take you to dinner, chip in, or grab a wine/beer and have some good chats.

Just taking it day-by-day, following my omens and my nose.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia