I'm from little England and have lived in Japan and China. Right now I'm in London working in design, research and business. Creativity, art and education ideas are what motivate me, and I also love good music, good food, intense sports and good company.

MY TRAVELS

In 2012 I lived in China (close to Shanghai) for about a year. Then in 2013 I lived and worked in Osaka, Japan. Before I moved back to the UK I spent several months traveling in North and South America. I started in New York and moved through Canada, California, Mexico & Brazil. I've visited more than 30 countries and I like to really get lost and see the local culture, rather than the tourist stuff.

COUCHSURFING

I have met lots of great people, been to loads of great places and done lots of things I thought I'd never do.

It's difficult to be an explorer in a world that has already been discovered. The things that are left to explore are unique experiences and learning. I'm interested in the social world, new ideas, in people and in well-being. Humanity is what I want to explore.

I also love sports and adventure. I'm very active, I like a bit of adrenaline, but I equally like being lazy, reading, writing, music, chatting...the best experiences are often shared.

PHILOSOPHY

Life is short, make the most of it, do no harm, help others to make the most of theirs. Something like that.

Procrastinate less, realize more!

When it comes to big decisions I try to imagine myself looking back on it from 10 years in the future. What am I most likely to regret NOT doing?

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I hosted many people while I was in Japan.
I also showed others around my local city.
I stayed with hosts in America, Canada, Mexico & Brazil.

I've met some great people from all over the world!

Interests

Music, comedy, exploring, creativity, newness, dancing freely, good people, cycling, movies, candy, history, scuba diving, getting lost, cheese, computer games, psychology, rugby, rock climbing, learning languages, having ideas...

• writing
• dancing
• cheese
• exercise
• instructor
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• cycling
• scuba diving
• skydiving
• sports
• rock climbing
• rugby
• business
• history
• languages
• psychology

Music, Movies, and Books

Too many to mention.

Music: Beck, Grandaddy, At the Drive-in, Chris Clark, Radiohead, Daft Punk, Smashing Pumpkins, James Blake, PJ Harvey, Lapalux, TV on the Radio, Braids, Sylvan Esso...blah blah blah, indie, electronica, rock, dubstep, funk, jazz, etc...basically anything good. Depends on my mood.

Books by: Dick, Murakami, Palahniuk, Hyland, Huxley, Gibson, Heller, Ballard, Welsh, Brooker...etc. Books that make you go Hmmmm...

Movies: Pi, 2001, Secretary, Life of Brian, Das Experiment, Quills, LA Confidential, Donnie Darko, Fear and Loathing, Monsters Inc, Fight Club, The Big Lebowski, Sunshine, Gattaca, THX1138, Dumb and Dumber, The Truman Show, Ghost in the Shell...anything by Aronofsky, Boyle, Scott, Lucas, Svankmajer, Kurosawa, Tarantino, Cohen Bros, Lynch...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Trekking the Rockies of Canada, touring around India, working in a mental hospital, scuba diving in the Red Sea, skydiving, living in China and Japan, inventing delicious milkshakes...

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn about the world, different cultures, and anything which is interesting or extraordinary.

I'm setting up an educational business and always looking for people to try out new ideas.

I am an experienced scuba diver, so can be a buddy for anyone who needs one.
I love sport and am a qualified gym instructor, if you want an exercise buddy or advice.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can explore London with you and show you some of the amazing places here.

If you need a place to stay then I have a spare bed for you as well.

If you want a place to stay, please send me a message. Let me know the dates and times you'll be here. Tell me a bit about yourself and where you're traveling. It would also be good to know what you're interested in doing.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Japan, United Kingdom