Hi! I'm Maria, a travel-loving Swede with a thirst for adventure. When travelling I love spending time in nature, eating good food, learning new things and connecting with people. I hope we can ge to know each other!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

People are the reason I travel and the reason I will never get tired of it. The best travel experiences I've had are defined much more by the people I've met than by the places themselves. Although the places also become so much more interesting when you can share them with someone or see them through a local's eyes.

Music, Movies, and Books

Reading more is my constant new year's resolution. I love any book that will transport me to another place. Some recently read favorites are Piranesi and (once I got over the crushing heartache) A Little Life.

I'm not ashamed to say I get very invested in trashy reality series. But I do watch some more quality movies and shows too. I love a good plot twist, old musicals, and anything by Wes Anderson.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I will never forget hiking up an active volcano in the dead of night under the most incredible starry sky. And, later on, seeing an eruption from that same volcano up close and in person.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm a decent cook and will happily make some vegan food for you. I am tidy and respectful and will treat your home as my own. And I would like to think I'm a nice enough person to hang out or go on an adventure with.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Egypt, India, Réunion, Sweden, United Kingdom