I am currently living in Aberdeen, Scotland during term-time (September to May) as an undergrad studying Anthropology. I am relatively new to couch surfing, although my experience of it thus far is quite great. I have definitely found I prefer it to other forms of accommodation whilst traveling, and not just because it is the best option financially. It is a great opportunity to meet new people and better explore the places cities I'm staying at.

However, I cannot host during term-time due to the fact that I am staying in dorms during term-time. During the winters and summers I tend to go home to Egypt, and so any traveling and surfing I do will probably be while I'm in Scotland.

I only host in Egypt during the winter and summer breaks.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Traveling, to me, is about a lot more than seeing the most popular sights and getting good photographs, although that is definitely a lot of fun, I'd also like to create friends along the way. I love meeting new people, visiting new places, and trying different things.

Interests

• traveling
• music
• anthropology
• sightseeing
• museums
• exploring new places
• meeting new people
• cultural anthropology
• art museums
• social anthropology

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I listen to some rap, indie, rock, and singer-songwriter/folk, and am always up for being introduced to new music.

Movie/series junkie, don't have a specific genre that's a favourite. Netflix can be addictive. I watch everything from Game of Thrones and Dear White People to RuPaul's Drag Race and The Great British Bake Off.

As for books, I would say that GRRM's A Song of Ice and Fire series are top of my list, and I'm a little resigned to the idea that there is actually no next one coming out.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Scuba diving in the Red Sea, it's definitely an experience.

What I Can Share with Hosts

For hosts: I can help in the kitchen, or around the house with anything that needs doing, such as the dishes, or any other chores.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahrain, England, France, Germany, Italy, Laos, Scotland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Egypt, Scotland