Hello there! I'm Zach, I am from Perth, Western Australia. I have just completed a study exchange semester in the USA. I am now traveling around the USA for a few months, before heading back home. I have not yet couch surfed, however I am really looking forward to experiencing it as I believe there is no better way to meet the locals!

Traveling is my greatest passion in life! I love meeting people, sharing experiences & exploring as much as possible with youth being on my side. I have traveled extensively & been to many different continents including Asia, Europe, North & South America & the Middle East. All of these places are incredible & I have had life changing experiences in every one of them!

One of my biggest goals in life is to conquer all of the 7 modern wonders of the world! I have completed 2 of them including Machu Picchu in Peru & Christ the Redeemer Statue in Brazil. I have a long way to go but I'll get there ;)

I am a friendly, laid back & down to earth person who is always down for a good time & open to trying all sorts of new things. I also describe myself as being very adventurous, someone who takes life's wonderful moments as they come, not looking to far ahead into the future, which causes unnecessary stress. My life's motto is Carpe diem which means "Seize the Day". living like this allows myself to get the most out of my life without having any regrets in the future.

I am trying to learn some Spanish for my upcoming visit to Mexico & beyond but my Spanish is terrible! so I would love some help haha ;)

I am exited to join this wonderful couch surfing community & hope to return the favor for like-minded travelers in Australia someday. Feel free to ask for my Facebook :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It’s a great place to meet new people from all around the world, taking in diverse cultures, sharing & creating new experiences & memories with fellow travelers whilst traveling the world.

I am a passionate traveler, willing to learn & share with people from anywhere in the world. I would love to help out fellow travelers by hosting them when they come to Australia.

Interests

• pets
• photography
• education
• italian food
• wine
• meditation
• partying
• movies
• chess
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• hiking
• backpacking
• kayaking
• surfing
• skiing
• soccer
• swimming
• nature
• gym
• meeting new people
• healthy lifestyle
• listening to music
• boardgames
• all food
• going to the beach
• health and fitness
• basketbal
• australian rules football (afl)

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Rock & Roll, Hip Hop, EDM, Jazz, Country, Blues, Reggae, Classical Music, Instrumental, Orchestra Ambient & Relaxation Music

Favorite Artists & Bands - Beatles, ACDC, Pink Floyd, Guns & Roses, Eminem, Tiesto, Hardwell, Avicii, Frank Sinatra, Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Nina Simone, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Idan Rachel, Elvis Presley

Love reading books of all varieties, however as always there are a few which stand out!

A brief History of Time - Stephen Hawking
Catch 22 - Joseph Heller
On the Origin of Species - Charles Darwin
Great Expectations - Charles Dickens
IT - Stephen King
Animal Farm - George Orwell
To Kill a Mockingbird - Harper Lee

I also enjoy most movie genres whether that be comedy, action, thriller, horror, suspense or romance. These are my favorite movies!

The Godfather
Blood Diamond
Gone with the Wind
Pulp Fiction
Kill the Irishman
Schindlers List
Social Network
Wizard of Oz
Inception
Shawshank Redemption
Das Boot

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Read a newspaper whilst floating on my back in the lowest place on earth the Dead Sea!

Teach, Learn, Share

I love hearing about other peoples experiences & cultures, especially traveling stories. I would love to learn anything that you have to offer, especially languages, skills, games etc..

Currently I am trying to learn Spanish, would love to practice with someone.

I can teach you about Australia's unique & most popular sport Australian Rules Football (AFL). It is amazing sport & you will love it after learning about it.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Some great traveling stories, I can teach you some weird but awesome Australian slang words! & anything about Australia. Travel tips to many of the countries that I have visited. Any sort of help I can give when possible. You will be having some great laughs & fun times together with me that I can assure you!

Most importantly a lasting friendship :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, El Salvador, Grenada, Indonesia, Israel, Malaysia, Peru, Poland, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin (French part), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Singapore, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia