My name is Victoria and I am solo travelling throughout SE Asia and Australia this summer. Last year I was teaching ESL in Quebec and loved it. When I'm not travelling or teaching I'm also a student at the University of Guelph in Canada, where I will be starting my masters this fall in English literature.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

While researching for my trip I've found that a lot of experienced travelers have said that this is one of the best ways to see culture and to meet locals. I am interested in meeting people from the cultures that I wish to explore so that I can learn more about the lifestyle and make some new friends!

Interests

I am a really outdoorsy person and I try to spend time outside whenever I can. I also love to try new things, especially things that I wouldn't normally do on my own. If you have an interest that you want to share with me, it's pretty likely that I will be happy to try it! Most recently I tried scuba diving and motorbikes for the first time and loved both.

• animals
• arts
• tattoos
• beer
• coffee
• wine tasting
• reading
• tv
• traveling
• live music
• classical music
• hiking
• canoeing
• kayaking
• camping
• scuba diving
• history
• adventure travel
• tea
• learning languages
• markets
• theatre
• biking
• outdoors
• learning
• museums
• foodie
• trains
• local history
• networking
• motorbikes
• ziplining
• trying new things
• adventure sports
• trying new foods
• zines
• small business

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen to a lot of alternative, psychedelic, and classic rock, but I also enjoy classical music and electronic if I'm in the mood.

My favourite author is Cheryl Strayed. I find her so inspiring!

Right now my favourite movie is Her, but I love any kind of drama or horror movie too

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Most recent amazing thing that I've seen is Kawah Ijen

Teach, Learn, Share

I would love to do a language exchange with French-speaking hosts

What I Can Share with Hosts

I offer good company and an adventurous attitude -- anything that you love to do or that locals love to do, I want to try! I can also treat you to a coffee or a drink, or maybe cook something for you in your home. If you're up for it, we can even cook something together

Countries I’ve Visited

Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Barbados, Croatia, Denmark, Dominica, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, Saint Lucia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Sweden