Hello, my name is Rachel and I am a recent graduate from the University of Maryland. I majored in environmental science, and quit my job back home to backpack through Europe. I'm extremely spontaneous, and love a good adventure or opportunity to experience something new.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to have an authentic traveling experience and get to know locals in the places I travel to!

Interests

I'm interested in the outdoors, wildlife, and the environment. I also love to read and swim. My other interests include cooking and listening to live music. I've recently gotten into photography and like to paint occasionally

• wildlife
• photography
• environment
• cooking
• exercise
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• backpacking
• bungee jumping
• swimming
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Books: Atonement, Harry Potter series

Favorite Movies: Almost Famous, Blow, Cinderella Man, Erin Brockovich, Inception, Trainspotting, Catch me if You Can, 10 Things I Hate About You

Favorite Music: Drake, Coldplay, The Rolling Stones, John Mayer

Favorite TV shows: Entourage, Vikings, The Last Kingdom

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

-Bungee jumping in Thailand!
-Hitchhiking from Bulgaria to Serbia
-Hosted a concert featuring local musicians at my apartment

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can offer hosts intellectually stimulating conversations and fun times!

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cuba, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Serbia, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom