Hey there! I'm Kristina. I graduated in 2023 from Indiana University with my B.S. in Business Management. I have 1 kiddo and 2 cats I love.

I started traveling last year when I did an internship in California. I fell in love with National Parks after visiting Sequoia National Park in 2023 during that time. I’m in love with trees and nature. Plus size hiker who loves anything outdoorsy and involves water. My goal is to visit all of the National Parks within the next decade!

When being a guest, I typically eat out or on my own as I have an eating disorder called ARFID. Please understand this is nothing personal. Also, due to the fact that I don’t get to travel often. I am typically out and about sightseeing all day so I typically don’t spend a ton time in the home.

I was born and raised here in Bloomington, Indiana and I used to work for a hotel here so I feel I have the inside scoop of the university and campus and everything off campus from a townie’s perspective as well. I always love showing people my beautiful city.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To help others when I can, and have that generosity be reciprocated as well. Of course, I want to travel at a low cost but I love meeting other people, learning from them, making new friends and seeing new sights.

Interests

• cats
• arts
• photography
• concerts
• festivals
• dancing
• music
• hiking
• swimming
• road trips
• mountains
• meteorology
• makeup
• photography,
• dave matthews band

Music, Movies, and Books

Old school rock, rap, RnB, bachata, reggaeton, pop, a little bit of everything to be honest! Dave Matthews Band is my favorite band but I also love RHCP, Aerosmith, Led Zep, Pink Floyd, ACDC, Eagles, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, etc. Single artists I love include Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar, Chris Stapleton, Victoria Monet, J Cole, SZA, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne, Bad Bunny, A$AP Rocky,etc. :)

I love comedy movies and documentaries. Not too huge on action movies. Friday is my all time favorite comfort watch. Other movies that come to mind are Just Go With It, Dallas Buyers Club, Flight, Shawshank Redemption, Schindler's List, Forrest Gump, The Green Mile, etc.

I love reading biographies and non fiction books.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Consistently making honor roll in college while raising a child and taking care of a sick parent. Also graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors.

Teach, Learn, Share

After working in cosmetics for several years, my most requested talent is teaching others makeup tips. I also have my fair share of experience navigating raising a child while going to college, both community and 4 year traditional college experience as well. I am a mentor to college students at my alma mater. I mostly help them navigate interviewing, resumes, negotiation, best practices, etc.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can clean 😊

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States