CURRENT MISSION

To become a cosmopolitan nomad and a polyglot. Actually... I think I might be getting close to my goal! Language learning is NEVER over, but I'm currently long-term traveling. Still working on a way to make it financially sustainable though.

ABOUT ME

www.facebook.com/travis.quantmeyer
www.instagram.com/quantmeyer
I love words and consider myself a language enthusiast: native English, intermediate German & Spanish, basic Russian. I'm a software engineer by trade. I've been a vegetarian for 10 years and as long as there's no meat or fish, I'm not a picky eater at all! I'm gay and always interested in connecting with the local LGBT+ community. I'm also interested in politics and human rights, though maybe that's not the best topic for casual conversation. Maybe after a couple drinks or smoke session! ;)

PHILOSOPHY

Knowledge is power and power is freedom.
Always aspire to be well traveled, well educated, and well dressed.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

When I was stuck working the 9-5, I invited the world to come stay with me. The tables have turned and I'm traveling the world and hoping to stay with you! I love Couchsurfing for the social aspect and want to hang out with my hosts. The whole low cost thing is nice, but I'm not looking for a free hostel.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've hosted a handful of surfers, surfed quite a bit, and been to a few meet-ups/events. I'm always looking forward to meeting new members of the CS community.

Interests

Foreign languages, linguistics, etymology, running, hiking, computer programming, drinking, 420, technology, fashion, art, LGBT+, internet culture, politics, travel, alternative lifestyles, EDM, body modification, photography

• arts
• culture
• design
• fashion
• photography
• human rights
• vegetarian
• running
• drinking
• politics
• technology
• traveling
• hiking
• engineering
• etymology
• history
• languages
• software
• long-term travel
• lgbt

Music, Movies, and Books

MUSIC

Scissor Sisters, Fatboy Slim, Gogol Bordello, Balkan Beat Box, MØ, Elliphant, Marteria/Marsimoto, Alligatoah, Cro, Deichkind, Die Atzen, Die Orsons, Peter Fox, Stereo Total, 2raumwohnung, Ana Tijoux, Pitbull, Bonde do Rolê, Buraka Som Sistema, Movitz!, Robyn, Missy Elliott, Parov Stelar, Justice, Stromae, Yelle, Mr. Polska, Yellow Claw, Major Lazer, M.I.A.

MOVIES

Foreign, comedy, LGBT, horror/gore, East Asian horror, zombie, suspense, thriller

TV

Archer, Doctor Who, Torchwood, Spaced, Black Books, Absolutely Fabulous, The Boondocks, Cowboy Bebop, Broad City, The Mindy Project, Arrested Development, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia , Rick and Morty, Bob's Burgers, Black Mirror

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Quit my job, sold all my stuff, and left home to travel the world.
Camped at a psychedelic trance music festival in Germany alone.
Taught myself HTML/CSS and how to design websites as a teenager.
Grew up with 25+ siblings and tons of animals. Ask me for an explanation.

Teach, Learn, Share

Computer programming, website design/development, Photoshop, languages, local history/culture, travel tips

Always looking to hone my skills or introduce a newbie.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cambodia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Iceland, India, Laos, Mexico, Netherlands, Scotland, Sweden, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States