I work for a non-profit that teaches at-risk how to successful find jobs and begin their career paths. I am passionate about volunteerism and take every opportunity I can to work with orphans and at-risk demographics. I am an Iranian (Persian) and Indonesian mix slash first generation American. I love being a mix and that I got to grow up with two incredibly different, rich cultures. It's probably a big reason why I love to travel - and why I have this deep curiosity and desire to truly experience new cultures. I am passionate about helping people, and have a special place in my heart for orphans and human-trafficking victims. Most of my travels have been mission trips or outreach trips through organizations I actively volunteer with.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I do my best to travel and explore at least one new place each year! Currently planning a trip to Turkey & Greece next year. I am hoping to meet fun and interesting people during my travels. I really like that couchsurfing provides me the opportunity to meet and stay with locals, and to get a more authentic feel for the culture of the country that I'm visiting.

Interests

• arts
• dining
• beer
• traveling
• hiking
• camping
• american football
• beaches
• beach
• solotravel

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm kind of all over the place with my music, movies, and books. I listen to a little bit of everything - rock, country, alternative, turkish, persian and spanish music. My favorite bands are The Script, Britney Spears, Lee Brice, Linkin Park, Sum 41, Goksel, and The Civil Wars.

I love to laugh - so I enjoy comedies. I love watching action movies at the theater - I enjoy them best with that surround sound :) My favorite movies are Aladdin, Lord of the Rings Series, and The Mask of Zorro. I also like The Office, Gilmore Girls, and Turkish/Iranian serials.

I really enjoy reading - the classics (especially Brit Lit), and books about travel.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I adopted my boxer Bruiser - he is THE biggest spaz with an obnoxious amount of energy, but he is also the best hiking buddy and road trip co-pilot.

Teach, Learn, Share

Always carry around a hammock. The best rest you'll ever have is outside in the fresh air, underneath the stars.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My sense of humor, my charming ability to laugh at myself, my passion for culture and adventure, and my commitment to finding the best food around. I love to hear people's stories, to listen to their hearts, and to exchange ideas and beliefs.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, England, Fiji, Honduras, Indonesia, Italy, Mexico, Philippines, Scotland, South Korea, Turkey, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States