Retired Software Engineer, love to travel, working remotely for 2 years and now I'm just traveling full time. I love deep conversations, good food, and I'm always down for spontaneous adventures.
I've been to over 30 countries, experiencing diverse cultures and meeting amazing people along the way.
I've taken up photography as a hobby and I'm constantly looking for new and unique perspectives to capture through my lens.
I believe that travel is not just about seeing new places, but it's also about connecting with locals and understanding different lifestyles.
I have a passion for storytelling and I'm eager to document my journeys and share them with others through my photography.
I'm an open-minded individual who loves to learn and grow, and I'm always looking for new opportunities to challenge myself and push my boundaries.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I joined Couchsurfing to meet like-minded individuals who are passionate about travel and experiencing new cultures.
I believe that the best way to get to know a place is to stay with locals, and Couchsurfing provides me with a unique opportunity to do so.
I'm always up for trying new things and I'm eager to participate in local activities and events recommended by my hosts.
I have a strong desire to make meaningful connections with people from all walks of life, and Couchsurfing provides a platform for me to do so.
I value the concept of community and I'm excited to be a part of the Couchsurfing network, where I can share my own experiences and also learn from others.

Interests

• photography
• music
• cycling
• ramen
• photojournalism
• omakase

Music, Movies, and Books

Indie rock / folk, Country, EDM, Midwest Emo
Any coming of age or romance movies.
Too many to list, some of my all time favorites:
Synecdoche New York, Short Term 12, Good Will Hunting, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Before Trilogy, The Graduate, Hiroshima mon amour, the worst person in the world, better luck tomorrow, Manila in the claws of light, submarine, safety not guaranteed, 500 days of summer, Taipei story, taxi driver, baraka, lord of the rings trilogy…
150+ animes
Books about philosophy, fantasy, science fiction, everything except self help

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've biked around the island of Taiwan alone for 3 weeks.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share my expertise about programming, web development, or crypto
I love deep conversations and I'm always open to learning new perspectives and ideas from others.
I have a passion for photography and I'm eager to share my skills and knowledge with others who are interested in learning.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm an experienced traveler and I can share tips and advice on budget-friendly travel, as well as share my own travel stories and experiences.
I value the importance of community and I'm eager to learn about local customs, traditions, and lifestyles from my hosts, as well as share my own culture and experiences with them.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nepal, Netherlands, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, United States