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Picton, Marlborough region, New Zealand
@verban-elkington
Członek od 2019
Kia Ora, I am a New Zealand Maori and have been hosting Couchsurfers for several years. I enjoy showing travelers around the sites of Picton, and sharing my knowledge about New Zealand and the ancient Maori culture. I can take you to visit some of the local flora and fauna, hiking trails, beaches, bars, cafes, and the best locations to watch the Sunset. I would describe myself as down to earth, genuine, open minded, and always see the positive sides of life. I work full-time as a Commercial Painter and Interior Decorator. I have also worked as a Geotechnical Engineer, Nuclear Device Operator, and also a Exercise and Nutrition Consultant.
Zainteresowany: Astrologia
Zainteresowany: Kawa
Biegły w Angielski
Uczę się: Francuski
Najlepsza przygoda to...
any adventure with no expectations or plans.
Dlaczego jestem na Couchsurfing
I find people extremely interesting like books I haven't read yet. Hosting travellers and making new connections. To learn about other people's cultures, their life experiences, and their travel adventures. A cultural exchange.
Muzyka, filmy i książki
Listen to most types of music. I don't read many books. I enjoy watching movies that have a good story.
Jedna niesamowita rzecz, którą zrobiłem/am
Caring for ancient Tuatara in New Zealand. Tuatara are 'Living Dinosaurs' and have been living on earth for more than 250 million years, and are found only in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Ucz, Ucz się, Dziel się
Teach: I can teach you Maori words you can use everyday in New Zealand. Learn: Learning more about other peoples cultures and their way of living. Share: Travel stories, and life experiences.
Co mogę zaoferować Hostom
Safe and friendly place to stay in the center of town. Clean and tidy apartment, hot shower, kitchen, laundry, own key. 5 minutes walk to trains, bus, Cook Strait ferries, public transport, i-site, library, cafes, local bakeries, nature walks, beaches, Queen Charlotte Track. Hitchhiking pick up points nearby. Parking is available for your car or van. No tent sites.
Moje zainteresowania
I am passionate about the conservation of Mother Earths natural resources to help ensure there is a healthy, functioning planet for future generations. I try to minimize my carbon footprint on the planet by reducing the negative effects of my daily activities on the environment.