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Overview

  • 1 reference 1 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Afrikaans, English; learning German, Zulu
  • 33, Female
  • Member since 2018
  • Development Economist
  • Politics, Philosophy and Economics
  • From Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
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About Me

I was born and raised in South Africa, which according to me, is the coolest country in the world. I've lived in Pretoria and Stellenbosch (which is close to Cape Town), and have travelled extensively throughout South Africa (from little ghost towns in the semi-arid Karoo, to the greens of Mpumalanga). I'm a very curious individual, so I love travelling and discovering new things. I am also crazy about animals; my two favourite animals, apart from my dogs, are pandas and cheetahs (but if you give me enough time, I might just start listing all of Noah's ark as my favourite animals). I love being in the mountains and my dream home is in the Transkei, were I have mountains behind me and the sea in front of me. I'm also always game for a board game (as long as it is not Monopoly).

The five people I'll invite to my fantasy dinner are:
- Stan Lee
- Steven Spielberg
- Walt Disney
- Dave Grohl
- Paul McCartney

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I think the best way to experience and explore a new place is by meeting up with the locals (they always know where the hidden gems are located). I've also met the coolest people through friends of mine that have either hosted or couchsurfed themselves. This has definitely encourage me to try it for myself

Interests

  • animals
  • reading
  • hiking
  • history
  • travelling
  • exploring new places
  • listening to music
  • learning about different cultures
  • going to festivals

Music, Movies, and Books

My music taste basically ranges from the Beatles to Skrillex.
My three all time favourite movies are Breakfast at Tiffany's, Casablanca and The Lion King. I also love Starwars and almost anything Marvel related.
It is difficult to list my favourite books, but my favourite authors are Terry Pratchett and Arthur Conan Doyle

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Sleeping underneath the stars in the Cederberg mountains and going to Tomorrowland.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share interesting stories and experiences (especially about life in South Africa).

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good manners, lame jokes and interesting conversations

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, England, France, Ireland, Namibia, Netherlands, Scotland, Swaziland, Wales, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Africa

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