Hi everyone :) my name is Alena. I am a freelance graphic designer living in Berlin, Germany. I am a dual US/German citizen. I grew up in New York and spent my summers in Germany. Then after college I moved permanently to Berlin. I love to travel, learn about new cultures, and meet new people.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to travel in the most cost effective way. Also I believe staying with locals while traveling is a good way to experience the culture authentically and make friends.

Interests

• animals
• design
• fashion
• movies
• reading
• socializing
• music
• travel
• art
• food
• comedy
• music videos
• politics.

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite artists are Janet Jackson, Prince, and Tierra Whack. I love hip hop, pop, r and b, house, techno, and basically all genres besides country music. My favorite song is That's the Way Love Goes by Janet Jackson.

My favorite author is Haruki Murakami and my favorite book by him is Men Without Women.

My favorite movies are documentaries.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I lived in Tokyo for six months during college and tried every Japanese food I could while I was there. What was my favorite? Onigiris!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Great conversation, a warm homemade meal, music debates, cleanliness, and overall respect for your space. I am very considerate of other people's boundaries. I am quiet and clean.I am grateful to anyone who is willing to share their home. :)

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Japan, United States