I work full-time so I can travel part-time. I love exploring cities on foot as it allows me to see more above than under ground. I still navigate my ways using a paper map as much as possible and ask for directions when I'm lost rather than use data and phone service. I find it opens up more opportunities to interact with locals and see things I never plan to see. I love looking back on those experiences where I "stumbled upon" things.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I first started using CS for my very first "big" trip to Europe after university. I visited five countries in 2.5 weeks and stayed with so many wonderful people along the way. It totally blew my mind how strangers could be so hospitable, kind, and generous to complete strangers. My hosts have left lasting impressions in my life and each and every one of them have inspired me to pay it forward through my travels and on a daily basis.

Interests

I love the arts and culture, visiting art galleries and museums (especially unique, small, obscure ones), heritage buildings and landmarks, architecture, and exploring a city on foot. I also really enjoy coffee and cocktails.

• arts
• culture
• architecture
• coffee
• walking
• reading
• history
• museums
• heritage
• walking tours
• art galleries
• visiting museums

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Ocean's 11, Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Godfather, The Beach, pretty much anything mobster. Music: Hiphop, R&B, bubblegum pop, classical, jazz, trance, house, I'm pretty open-minded and will listen to anything at least once. Books: I read current events magazines and I like doing crossword puzzles.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

1) Ride through the back streets in the beachy town of Hoi An (Vietnam) because I didn't (and still don't) agree with their "foreigners' prices" and charging tourists to get into their Old Town. I am willing to support your local economy in many other ways!

2) See the temples of Borobodur and Prambanan in Indonesia before sunset.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Travel stories and experiences, a helping hand around your house (I love doing the dishes!), laughter and smiles, good company, a listening ear.

Countries I’ve Visited

China, Colombia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Hong Kong