I graduated from university in May, traveled throughout Europe over the summer, and have been living in Amman, Jordan since then. In Jordan I volunteer at a hotel in exchange for food and accommodation. It's been awesome improving my Arabic while learning about the local culture and history. I spend my free time in Amman hanging out at various shops and restaurants, talking with guests from around the world, reading nonfiction, and trying to improve my Arabic.

I'm a social guy with a deep interest in U.S. foreign policy, which stems from a broader interest in other countries and different cultures. Above all, I love a good conversation about any topic. It's important to talk with people about stuff beyond the weather and other day-to-day things because this is how you truly get to know someone.

If I'm not working or trying to learn, I love to party and explore the outdoors. I don't party as much as I used to in the U.S. but I still enjoy a nice cold beer!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on Couchsurfing to meet new people and explore new countries/cultures in a different way. I seek a local perspective instead of the standard cookie-cutter hotel/hostel experience. I want to see how locals live and what life is like for them.

Interests

College sports, politics, foreign affairs, hiking, skiing, wakeboarding, The Office (American version), listening to podcasts, Seinfeld, partying, walking in cities, language

• partying
• politics
• hiking
• sports
• history
• language exchange
• outdoors

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Rolling Stones, U2, Nirvana, Led Zeppelin, Kid Cudi, Eminem, Hans Zimmer soundtracks, classical music, pretty much anything except country music
Movies: Reservoir Dogs, Gladiator, Dark Knight trilogy, Miracle, Christmas Vacation, documentaries
Books: Charlie Wilson's War, 1984, The Billion Dollar Spy

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Cliff jumping in Croatia with locals and working as a walking tour guide in Amman.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can provide stories, attempt to make some jokes, and assist with cleaning/cooking. I've been the omelette chef at a hotel in Amman for the last three months so I can definitely make you an omelette. I can also talk for hours about politics, history, international affairs, and all of that good stuff. Or, I could provide you some Netflix recommendations.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Jordan, Lebanon, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Jordan, United States