I am an exchange student doing a 5 month stay in Moscow and attending Moscow State University. I am from New Zealand, not Russia, and study at Canterbury University, Christchurch New Zealand. I used to work as a lay engineer in Wnd Turbines ans decided for a career change so decided to take the road less travelled, Russian was the ticket, but i am still a learner and write and read Russian more than i speak.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My friend from Finland heard i was planning a trip so recommended this. I had no idea this existed but thought it would be a great way to meet people, make new friends and one day even return the favor if you ever visit NZ! I am in Finland until around 13-14th June, but only looking for a couple of nights in Helsinki as i am heading out of Helsinki to look around Tampere which is about 45 km from Helsinki.

Interests

i like sports, walking and dining out to great food or a lazy pub meal and beer with friends.

• culture
• dining
• beer
• walking
• pub crawls
• socializing
• sports
• engineering

Music, Movies, and Books

I love 80's music, i pretty much like any movies as long as they aren't too freaky. Books : If it captures me on the first page, i will keep going till the end

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once ran 58 KM to a job interview in Australia after my car broke down, i still got the job :)

Teach, Learn, Share

a cultural exchange, make new friends, find common ground

What I Can Share with Hosts

a bit of my culture and to to get the same back, heck even a tour of Helsinki would be super!

Countries I’ve Visited

American Samoa, Australia, Canada, Cook Islands, Fiji, Russian Federation, Samoa, United Arab Emirates, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Russian Federation