Hey there! I’m Patricia, but my friends call me Pa (because apparently, two syllables are too many). I’m currently living in Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia—a place so stunning I like to call it “small Canada.” I’m all about staying active, making new friends, and I’m always up for a good chat, whether it’s about life’s mysteries or just the best way to cook pasta.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Simple—I love people! I’m here to meet awesome humans, learn about their unique outlooks on life, and maybe even steal a few good jokes along the way. I’m all about creating new friendships, swapping stories, and, of course, having a blast while doing it!

Interests

If it involves a bit of adrenaline, count me in! I’m into ice climbing, scuba diving, ski touring, hiking, and swimming—basically, if it’s outdoors and might make my mom worry, I’m probably interested. But I’m not just a thrill-seeker; I also love dancing at festivals, trying out new recipes, running (sometimes after the train), reading books, and playing the piano. Oh, and I’m a big fan of traveling, cycling, snowboarding, and reading books.

• concerts
• festivals
• dancing
• cooking
• running
• reading
• traveling
• music
• piano
• cycling
• snowboarding
• sports
• business
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

If I tried to list all my favorites, we’d be here for a week! But to give you a taste: I have a soft spot for European cinema—quirky, thought-provoking, and sometimes a little weird (just like me!). When it comes to books, I’m into anything that makes me think deeply. Whether it’s psychological insights, self-awareness journeys, or a good old detective story, I’m hooked.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Oh, just a few small things... like traveling across Vietnam by motorbike (I still have the knee scar to prove it), solo-female traveling in the Philippines (the most exciting adventure of my life!), and conquering Lomnicky Peak in Slovakia via the Birkenmajer route (where I learned that fear and exhilaration are best friends).

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Jordan, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malta, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain, United Arab Emirates, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Denmark, France, Slovakia, Spain