Hi! My name is Alex and I'm doing a bit of traveling before I start grad school in the Fall. I love to hike and go to museums, I try and paint when I have the time. I before this I was working as a community organizer in Los Angeles so I love to talk politics.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm trying to see the world on a budget and make some new friends. I'd like to see things that are off the tourist trail and I love showing people places that they wouldn't normally see.

Interests

I love nature so I try and hike as much as possible. Big fan of going out dancing. I like to paint when I can. I read a lot of news articles. Discussing politics. Learning about history

• cooking
• painting
• hiking
• road biking
• progressive politics
• tubing

Music, Movies, and Books

I like a bit of everything when it comes to music. I'm a big fan of jazz in particular. I'm big on action movies and comedies, but I also have a weakness for rom coms. Have I cried on more than one occasion watching The Notebook? You'll have to meet me to find out.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once got arrested for protesting home forecloses in California

Teach, Learn, Share

I used to tap dance so I can always show you some moves. I'm always looking to learn more styles of dance, so if you can give me a salsa lesson I'm in. I'm also traveling to practice my Spanish. I love to cook as well always looking to swap recipes.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversation, funny stories, some drinks

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Guatemala, Italy, Laos, Mexico, Nicaragua, Thailand, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Thailand, United States