I am keen for adventure and to enjoy life. I am active and outgoing and have taken time out from my career to travel and and learn more about the world. I enjoy music - live, recorded and playing guitar, having fun, cooking, reading, seeing a film now and again, walking in nature and exploring new places. I also enjoy socialising, conversation and having a good laugh. I am clean and tidy, organised and fit in with the household at which I am staying. I am single and have been travelling and couchsurfing extensively through a large network of friends on the east coast of Australia since September 2017. As well as touring Australia, I have also toured the US twice and spent a month in Bali in 2018.

I am new to Couchsurfers and I am looking forward to getting involved in the community plus offering accommodation when I return to Australia.
A friend has written a reference that is included below.

"I've known Phil Parker for more than 15years. In 2005 he helped me organise a benefit concert to raise money for people with a disability. Phil's generosity of spirit and honesty is a hallmark of our friendship. His good character is beyond question. Phil has a healthy lifestyle and doesn't drink or smoke. In short, he is a tremendous fellow! I have no hesitation in giving him my strongest recommendation".
Nigel Kimber Librarian Brisbane City Council

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

The Couchsurfing community is a great network for people like myself travelling alone to new places. When I am on the road I like to meet locals and discover the heart of a place through their eyes and experience. I am keen to learn about cultures other than my own and share Australian culture with others. Couchsurfing is a great way to easily connect with like minded people in a new city - for friendship and local knowledge

Interests

• walking
• reading
• socializing
• live music
• history
• playing guitar
• walking in nature

Music, Movies, and Books

Favourite music: Godspeed! You black Emperor, Thee Oh Sees, Brian Jonestown Massacre, Diive,
The Cramps, Mikal Cronin, Florence and the Machine, The Damned, Neu!, Slowdive
Favourite Movies: This Is Spinal Tap, Cold Comfort Farm, The Belier Family, Wild,
High Noon
Favourite Books: Design for the Real World - Victor Papanek, The Way of the Explorer - Edgar Mitchell, The Great World - David Malouf, Cold Comfort Farm - Stella Gibbons. These are the best of the books I have read recently.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Probably taking the plunge at 45 years of age to study for the first time at university. I graduated four years later with a Masters Degree in Counselling. This degree changed my life in the most positive and affirming ways

Teach, Learn, Share

I would love to help you with your English and learn your language and customs.
I will share your space respectfully and happy to help with cooking and chores and to fit in with your lifestyle.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can help with household tasks and contribute to meals etc.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bhutan, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia