My name is Sophie Bergmeijer. I live in Middelburg, a tiny city in the Netherlands. I was born and raised in Maastricht, one of the oldest cities in the country. This year I will be graduating from University College Roosevelt in Middelburg. I have a passion for writing (language and literature in general), music, theatre, basically anything that has to do with storytelling.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Since I want to be traveling around and I am a student, I do not have a large budget. Aside from the "superficial" issue of money, I also feel like couchsurfing is a beautiful way of experiencing different cultures and avoiding only experiencing the "touristic highlights". When I visit foreign countries, I really love to get the inside information and tips hosts would be able to provide. Furthermore, I feel like couchsurfing offers me a way to travel around by myself but connect to people all over the world.

Interests

• culture
• writing
• music festivals
• music
• live music
• classical music
• adventure travel
• nature
• learning languages
• people
• storytelling
• theatre
• meeting new people
• nature walks
• creative writing
• musical theatre
• peoplewatching

Music, Movies, and Books

My taste in music, movies and books is very broad. When something touches me, whether that is because of phrasing or tone or melody, acting or scenery, I will love it.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I spent two months in Nepal. Best experience of my life.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am very neat and will not cause any trouble whatsoever. I am a vegetarian, but I do eat fish. I know this can be a hassle, which is why I would not mind cooking! I really enjoy new experiences, including new foods. Maybe in exchange, I could make you a typically Dutch meal ;)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Nepal, Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands