I’m Charlie! I live in Arlington, VA, with my Great Dane, Lucy. Arlington is just a quick drive or Metro ride to DC, and I love its mix of safety, walkability, diversity, and endless food and coffee spots.

I’ve worked in education and community support, including teaching elementary school in Thailand and supporting youth and communities in India.

I’m big on traveling, live music, meeting new people, and exploring different cultures. I’m also into fitness, fashion, film, reading, and creative projects that feel meaningful.

I value diversity, inclusion, and genuine connection. If you’re looking for a place to stay, new friends, or local recs, I’d love to connect!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’ve had nothing but meaningful and enriching experiences through Couchsurfing. It’s allowed me to form lifelong friendships and explore new places through the perspective of locals. I’m on Couchsurfing because I want to pay that experience forward. I genuinely enjoy hosting, welcoming new visitors to Washington, D.C., and sharing in the exchange of cultures and customs. In a world filled with challenges, I believe the least we can do is open our doors to one another, offering a safe space and a warm, welcoming experience for fellow travelers.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: House, Reggae, East Coast Hip-Hop.. we have a wideee music taste!

Movies/TV: Documentaries, True Crime, Historical, Horror

Books: The Namesake, The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, Shantaram, A Thousand Splendid Suns

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

It's hard to distinguish one amazing thing I've done - as every experience is unique in it's own way! I'll save this for an in-person conversation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Cambodia, Canada, France, Greece, India, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Netherlands, Peru, Philippines, Scotland, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, Scotland, Thailand, United States