My name is Milo Lopez, and I am a Portlander. I am new to backpacking and have only done it once from Portland, Oregon, to Oaxaca, Mexico last year.

I am a student at a private college in Portland and have engaged in public policy, health care, business, and spiritual formation.

I am witty and humorous, and generally one of the nicest people you will meet:)

I am also a very open minded guy--I don't hold any judgment to anyone of any occupation, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or creed.

I am en extrovert, willing to jump at an adventure, don't mind getting lost, don't mind meeting new people, and don't mind trying new foods.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am couchsurfing because with hostels and hotels, I surround myself with 'foreigners'. To get a holistic experience to a new country, I want to live with, eat next to, talk with, and walk alongside a local.

Interests

I am an avid drinker and enjoy drinking as a sport. Not an alcoholic, but a guy who has a healthy relationship with his pint.

Partying.

Praying.

When I am at a club, I dance like everyone is watching. My first dance instructor was a stripper:)

I enjoy running and enjoy racing.

• dancing
• running
• instructor
• partying
• drinking
• clubbing
• drinking games
• origami
• backpacking
• sports
• business
• public policy
• religion
• sign language

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite music: Coldplay, U2, Foster the People, Lady Gaga, Hozier, Passion Pit, Young the Giant, Daft Punk, J Cole, OneRepublic, Baths, and anything I can dance to.

Favorite Movie/Book: Life of Pi

Favorite Book: An Altar in the World

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have managed to hitchhike my way from the United States into Mexico and back into the United States, a backpacking journey of 25 days.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach Spanish, English, basic English Sign Language, Zapotec (an indigenous language).

I can teach dance as a hobby, as erotic dance (seriously!), and dance as therapy.

I can share some origami (Japanese paper folding).

I can show you American drinking games!

Countries I’ve Visited

Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Poland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States