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Overview

  • 5 references 4 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English
  • 42, Female
  • Member since 2007
  • Professional Coach
  • University of Otago
  • From Martinborough
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

To create a fabulous life in Hong Kong

ABOUT ME

I am passionate and enthusiastic personal coach that works everyday on not taking life to seriously. I have an upbeat personality and will always look for the positive in the situation at hand - I would say this is one of my natural strengths. I am energised by meeting new and interesting people. New Zealand is where my heart and home is, however i have been living abroard for the last 6yrs, after 5yrs in London, my partner and I have moved to Hong Kong where we know hardly anyone. This is throwing up some very unexpected challenges which we are trying to met head on. I am currently in the process of trying to find my people and create a solid foundation for this new life as well as start up my coaching practise in this new land.

PHILOSOPHY

To treat others as they would like to be treated. It really is that simple.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

The joy of couch surfing is seeing more than a tourist would see... the secret little markets... the beautiful little beaches... where to get the best coffees. I would love to show you my gems, and experience yours.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have mainly only hosted - never had a bad experience, I love sitting down with a big bowl of red wine and chewing the fat. However the few surfing experiences and the help from the community when travelling has been epic and thoroughly enjoyable. `

Interests

I enjoy good food, good wine and good people. I have just got into playing the Ukulele, very badly. As with most people on couch surfing travel is an itch and a passion. I can't wait to explore more of Hong Kong and get under the skin of this city as well as experience more of South East Asia.

  • dining
  • wine
  • red wine
  • coach
  • traveling
  • backpacking
  • surfing
  • volunteering
  • beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

I am not to fussed with movies however Can't stand thrillers or horrors...

Music - where do I begin anything Kiwi, I have also just got into Eagles of Death Metal, Artic Monkey and Modest Mouse.... anything down to earth with a good beat, nice message and vocal harmony.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have spent 5 months volunteering in Uganda living the simple village life and backpacking around East Africa as a single female traveller. Lived in London the most vibrant city in Europe for 5 years. I started travelling 6 yrs ago and have never really stopped.

Teach, Learn, Share

My perants always said "we will show you NZ, you can discover the World" So I can share with you my insights into NZ and good places to travel - things to do etc... I want to learn about the world and your experiences in it. I enjoy learning from all kinds of people, I like conversations the get beneath the surface chit chat.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, China, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Kenya, Malawi, Netherlands, Rwanda, Tanzania

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, Uganda, United Kingdom

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