Hi, I'm Ruky (Rookie of the Year). I am 35 years old, and I LOVE TRAVELING! I love going to music festivals, concerts, museums, art galleries, movies, aquariums, zoo, dancing, and parks. I equally love to grab all the movie snacks and binge watch the latest mini series.

I work in TV/Film and love my job because everyday is a different day! It is so awesome to see amazing movies and tv shows being created from start to finish!

I was born and raised in NYC. I moved to New Zealand for a change in 2018. Now I split live between the 2 regions and avoid winter because I strongly dislike cold weather. The ultimate goal is live in NYC 5-6 months/NZ 5-6 months/travel 1-2 months.

Traveling and meeting new people is a passion of mine! I've created some amazing memories and new connections throughout my travels. But solo traveling also encouraged me to do things on my own even if no one is up to join when I'm home.

I can afford staying in a hotel but I'd rather stay with locals, learn about their culture, lifestyles, and adventures. Especially being from NYC, going to touristy places is fun but the real treasures are where the locals go!!!

Most of the people I've met through couch surfing and travels, I've seen again!!!

If you're ever in Auckland NZ let me know!!! Show you my favorite spots!!! If I can I will host.

PLEASE DO NOT FEEL OBLIGATED TO BRING ME A GIFT IF I DO HOST!!! I'd rather you pay it forward to another fellow traveller on your adventures or when you're home 🥰🥰🥰

But if you truly want to bring me something, I'll appreciate anything. 🥰😍🤩😘

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Great way to meet locals while travelling and learning about their country and culture. Some of my best memories I have had are the adventures and lessons I have learned through the people I meet and the experiences I have.

Interests

• music festivals
• movies
• beaches
• waterfalls

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Send Me on My Way by Rusted Root

Movie: End of Watch

Book: For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf By Ntozake Shange

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I think it should be fairly normal but people think it is amazing that I had dinner with a homeless man before. I just think no one should eat by themselves if they don't want to.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Travel stories, and I can cook ^.^

Countries I’ve Visited

Bangladesh, Canada, Croatia, Dominican Republic, England, Fiji, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Jamaica, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bangladesh, New Zealand, United States