On my first fully solo trip, hitchhiking, Couchsurfing and camping. I arrive in Chicago on 09 Aug and depart Denver on 02 Sept. I will make my way through Iowa and Nebraska in between. I have never been to the US before!

I fell in love with hostels and meeting people from around the world. I enjoy not knowing where the adventure will take me and speaking to those I meet and making plans up on the spot. I’ve ended up bringing a few people along with me in the past and it was great to share the experience. But on this longer, more expensive, trip cheap hostels and international travellers will be harder to come by. Good, I’m here to experience the real USA so it’s time to go out of my comfort zone and rely on the kindness of others to make this trip.

Life is best shared.

This is my first couch surf, so no reviews, but you can check out my Instagram @arjstead and I’ll share my ID on arrival so you know exactly who is staying with you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Solo traveller looking to meet new people

Music, Movies, and Books

Pink Floyd
Tommy the Animal
Chloe Slater
The Smiths
Mike Oldfield
Steel Eye Span

Jurassic Park
Master and Commander

The Bridge of San Luis Rey

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to experience an American Sunday church service. I was very good at shooting but haven't spent any time on the range in years, I'd love to do it again.

Lets share music, you play a song, I play a song.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A sense of humour!

We can share a beer and our stories and experiences. I can cook some traditional English food for you like curry or Chinese! I love gardening and am happy to help out with any jobs that need doing in return.

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Guam, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bahrain, France, United Kingdom