I’m an American who lives in Shenzhen, China. Currently traveling around on a break.

When I travel, I don't just like seeing the touristy places. My favorite part is seeing where the locals go and observing what they do. I'm completely happy just when I am surrounded by a different language and new surroundings.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I don't see the point in just visiting a city, if you don't get to know the culture of the people in it. So I am here to make new friends and learn about the places I visit.

Interests

I am usually traveling or planning my next trip. When I have free time I do tend to go a little heavy on Netflix. I am also a bit of a language freak so I will just start studying a new language when I have time - currently I’m trying to learn some Chinese Sign Language.

• culture
• lgbt rights
• traveling
• alternative music
• languages
• sign language
• cultural immersion
• linguistics
• activism
• indie music

Music, Movies, and Books

I like listening to Indie/Alternative music , but I listen to many different types as well, I also like listening to music in different languages.
My favorite movie is The Heat or Bridesmaids. I love comedies, romance, LGBTQ, and foreign films.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When the pandemic started I was on holiday from China and managed to travel to 7 countries before things became internationally bad and I got stuck in Kazakhstan for 3 months.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my knowledge about languages and the culture in America, Germany, Italy, and China. I can also share my enthusiasm for getting to know where my host lives!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Cambodia, China, Denmark, Egypt, England, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Philippines, Scotland, Serbia, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Germany, Italy, United States