Shay, 24, Taurus - A wayward vegetarian writer and dreamer, and a self proclaimed philanthropist with a morbid curiosity of people, places and cultures.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I believe that travel is best done in a personal way, through conversations, experiences and laughter, getting to know more than just what tourist websites tell the masses.

Interests

Exploring, observing, journaling, story telling (and listening), outdoor adventures of any kind, road trips, live music, food tours, breaking bread with friends and strangers alike.

• writing
• dining
• vegetarian
• traveling
• music
• live music
• outdoor activities
• swimming
• road trips
• tours

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - I groove to anything from the Gorillaz to Arctic Monkeys, Jack White to Citizen Cope, Supertramp to Bryson Tiller, and everything in between. I have a playlist for nearly everything that I do and rarely am without music, believing it to be an elixir of life.
Podcasts - A new passion of mine. Listening, not creating. Some favourites at the moment include 99% invisible, Criminal, The Moth.
Books - I have a difficult time picking any favourite and am always up for new recommendations.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Gone swimming with icebergs, and lived to tell the tale.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have never learned more than when I opened up to being a student to everybody and everything I encounter.

What I Can Share with Hosts

An open mind, and lots of laughs.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cuba, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, South Korea