Hey I'm Mac!

​I’m a former Royal Engineer and Electrician who realised the world was far too big to stay in one place. After six years in the Army, I set off to see what else was out there - that was 12 years ago now, and I still haven't been able to quit.

I’ve lived in 6 countries and travelled to 79 so far. Through all the miles, I’ve learned that the best part of travelling isn't the sights; it’s the people you meet and the stories shared over a beer.

​Currently, I’m enjoying a slower pace of life, living by the beach near Lisbon. I’m a fan of sunshine, beach bars, good peope and good chat. I'm easygoing, naturally tidy, and always up for a genuine conversation.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

​I’m making a comeback to Couchsurfing after a 10-year hiatus.
​I feel I’m 'aging out' of the hostel scene, but I still crave that social vibe of meeting new people and exploring together. Couchsurfing feels like the perfect next step. On my first trip around the world, I didn't spend enough time with locals - something I regret now I'm older. I want the 'real' version of a city, to see what people makes a place tick and to prove that the world is much friendlier than we're told to believe.

Interests

• photography
• dining
• traveling
• hiking
• skydiving
• sports
• soccer
• extreme sports
• science
• motorbikes
• beach bars

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Crazy about cinema. From cult classics to obscure indies, I’m always game for a movie night.

Music: Everything and anything - mostly. Maybe not electronic 😂

Books: I have a huge collection of books at home. I'm always buying new used books, far too many to read. Currently I'm reading Hyperspace by Michio Kaiko

What I Can Share with Hosts

Handyman Skills: Need a light fixture putting up, a socket replaced, or some shelves put up? Once an contractor always a contractor. I’m happy to earn my keep by fixing things around the house. I actually enjoy it. This is probably my strongest skill.

Stories: From Army life to navigating nearly 80 countries, I’ve got plenty of tales (and photos) to share.

Cooking: I enjoy cooking for people and have a few specialty dishes I’d love to cook for you. Breakfast and Dinner.

Good Company: Whether it's finding the best local bars, catching a movie, or just grabbing coffee, I’m easy to get along with, I'm very respectful of personal space and true to my training I keep my area spotless.

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Egypt, El Salvador, England, Estonia, France, Gambia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Scotland, Serbia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City State, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, England, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal