Aloha, I am new to couch surfing. My name is long so people call me Ku. I'm a mixed-race Native Hawaiian from Hawaii Island (AKA the Big Island). I study chemical engineering in the mainland U.S. at the University of Colorado Boulder. I am currently studying abroad at the University of Canterbury. After my semester is over, I plan on exploring North Island so I can visit Māori cultural sites. I also plan on doing adrenaline activities (i.e. bungy jumping, zorb, ziplining) and seeing nature. I chose to study abroad in New Zealand because I wanted to learn about another Polynesian culture.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Meet Kiwis, meet people from other countries, save money, get travel advice

Interests

• nature
• ziplining
• adrenaline sports
• maori culture
• polynesian culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: G-Eazy, Eminem

Books: Red Queen, Rich Dad Poor Dad

Movies: Dead Pool, Django Unchained

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I took a spring break trip to Australia.

Teach, Learn, Share

Epic and hilarious stories relating to Hawaii, my time in New Zealand, Australia, and the mainland United States. Knowledge of Hawaiian culture. Hawaii travel recommendations.

I also know a few Hawaiian chants.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can prepare several Hawaiian dishes if I have access to a proper grocery store in your town.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United States