Hey we haven't updated our profile since we moved into our new apartment with TWO couches (one with a door) anyway. Please reach out as we update our profile.

I (Stephen), along with my wife, Courtney, are a couple hell-bent on travel. After traveling a year abroad in Europe with only our 28 liter backpacks, we upgraded to a van. After roadtripping N. America until we got tired of it. We are excited about continuing our travels, learning new things, and meeting new people living in our flat in Georgetown Texas.

I, Stephen, will primarily run this page. I am an entrepreneur, a consultant, and an avid cyclist. My motto is 'You're not hardcore unless you live hardcore'. I have a passion for meeting other people and especially for learning about different cultures. I was born and raised in Chattanooga, Tennessee in the United States, but I have traveled to a few other countries since then.

Courtney, my wife, is an indie author, (her latest book is about our decision to travel and can be found here https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1523813288?pc_redir=T1)
She is a (red) wine lover, and amateur photographer. She enjoys hearing people's stories and learning about cultural differences. She was born in Austin, Texas (home of the SXSW music festival!), but has lived in Tucson, Arizona, the greater Austin area in Texas, Malmo, Sweden, as well as Chattanooga, Tennessee. She has traveled to 16 countries and looks forward to visiting even more.

For more information about us check out our website.
https://howtobeanomad.com/

or find us on Instagram: @How2BeANomad

Interests

Stephen - bicycling, exploring, reading non-fiction books, cooking, meeting new people, trying new things, venturing out of my comfort zone, small businesses, whiskey drinking, beer drinking (especially IPA's), tea drinking, all spicy foods, hiking, viewing art, and experiencing cultures.

Courtney - exploring new places, drinking red wine, drinking whiskey, consuming cultural food/drinks, animals/wildlife, writing, reading (especially young adult fantasy), all things Harry Potter, small dogs, photography, watercolor painting and illustration, crocheting, gender equality, and quality conversations.

Music, Movies, and Books

Stephen -
Books: 'The 4 Hour Work Week' by Tim Ferriss, 'The Art of Non-Conformity' by Chris Guillebeau, 'Vagabonding' by Rolf Potts, 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad' by Robert T. Kiyosaki
Movies: Mad Max, Star Wars, The Social Network, Coen Brothers, Woody Allen.
Music: I'm really open to new music. Couple I have enjoyed for a while now are MXPX, Mumford and sons, The Lumineers, Queen, and Rush, just to name a few.

Courtney -
Books: All the Harry Potters, all of The Cormoron Strike Series, 'The Neverending Story' by Michael Ende, and 'Vagabonding' by Rolf Potts
Movies: All the Harry Potters (with the exception of 6/Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince because the Weasley's house doesn't I*!^$ burn!), Tangled, Mad Max
Music: Yeah, Yeah, Yeah's, Metric, Freelance Whales, Bombay Bicycle Club, Mumford and Sons, The Avett Brothers, Barcelona, and Beirut

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Stephen: (I'm an eagle scout) I built a raft and floated down a river on it; I graduated from university in the United States in 4 years and debt-free; I also worked for equality in the non-profit sector of Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Update Sept. 2015: I saw the Marfa lights in Marfa Texas. Those unexplained beauties are amazing and if you ever have the chance take the time to check them out (bring binoculars).

Courtney: Torn between skydiving, going to 'The Wizarding World of Harry Potter' in Orlando, Florida, and (happily) marrying a man I had never even lived in the same state with.

Teach, Learn, Share

Stephen: I've been called an "idea guy." I'm good at finding patterns and creating solution. I'm pretty good at cooking.

Courtney: I am logical and ordered, yet creative. I am balanced and thus good at giving advice. I have been known to edit papers and give writing feedback. I like connecting people who have different and yet complimenting strengths/needs.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My wife and I are clean and neat people. We have a low impact on places we stay. I would love to leverage my experiences, knowledge and abilities to assist in anyway I can. I also make really good stove-popped popcorn which I would love to share!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Cayman Islands, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Scotland, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States