I’m 18 years old and am on my first gap year. I’ve already done a lot of travelling and still very much have the travelling bug. My last trip was to South America for four months and it was utterly incredible. I thrive off being surrounded by people and love all social activities! My instagram is @oskarbarltrop and my WhatsApp is +44 7483 863454

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to travel authentically, meet many new people I otherwise wouldn’t and on a small budget. I’ve only ever had positive experiences here on CS and I am excited for the new adventures yet to come!

Interests

• culture
• politics
• socializing
• hiking
• mountaineering
• sports
• languages
• hitchhiking
• football
• climbing
• winter swimming
• everything new

Music, Movies, and Books

Music-wise, I’ll listen to whatever is playing, but my favourite genre would have to be R & B! Films-wise, love a good comedy or an interesting documentary. It’s not a film, but I do love the Borgen series or some Scandi-noire. I am a very enthusiastic reader and have accumulated a modest library at home. I tend to read most things, generally preferring fiction.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

This is a tough one. But I think I’d have to go with a hitchhike I did from São Paulo to Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil, where our driver turned out to be an international drug trafficker.

Teach, Learn, Share

My life motto is “Give it onwards”, meaning if someone does you a favour, then you should give it onwards to someone else. You won’t catch me without some plastic bags, napkins and elastic bands; they are always helpful! And finally, DUOLINGO is the best!!!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Great travel stories, good at listening and a desire to learn! Everyone has something to share and I want to hear it all and develop myself from there.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Denmark, England, Scotland