You need to sign in or sign up before continuing.
Desiree Rantala's Photo

Unverified Profile

  • Payment not verified
  • Phone not verified
  • Government ID not verified

Not Accepting Guests

  • Last login over 10 years ago

Join Couchsurfing to see Desiree’s full profile.

Overview

  • 0 references
  • Fluent in English; learning Finnish
  • 33, Female
  • Member since 2015
  • Architectural Designer
  • Bachelors Degree
  • From Manitoba, Canada
  • Profile 70% complete

About Me

Where do I begin ... I am in the process of pursuing my life's biggest dream thus far .. traveling to Finland to meet my family that I have never met <3 I am an Adventurer, Dreamer, Optimist, Nature Lover, and Abstract Photographer. I love life. I am obsessed with Scandinavian Design and Architecture. I think it is so pure and beautiful and I want to live where I can learn. I just graduated University and want to do something for myself, by traveling and exploring the world. I am an extremely outgoing person with an eccentric and bubbly personality! I often like to talk way too much but know when to keep my mouth shut.

I have moved 6 times but have lived in Canada my whole life so YES I am used to very cold temperatures. I LOVE being silly and I think there is a hampster in a hampster wheel inside my head sometimes ... I LOVE food and enjoy cooking, it is very therapeutic for me.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am looking for a safe place to stay while I explore and learn about my culture and country while being in Finland. I am a 3rd generation Finnish-Canadian. I am looking forward to trying the Couch Surfing Experience so I can be a host when I return to Canada. :)

I am also looking to meet new, kind people and hopefully create some lifelong friendships and connections from around the world.

Interests

Architecture, Design, Photography, Nature, The Outdoors, Mountain Biking, Sailing, Traveling, I love Adrenaline! Scandinavian Architecture + Design. Alvar Aalto is one of my greatest influences.

I love animals and I have a HUGE heart and wear it on my sleeve. I enjoy volunteering and helping people. I enjoy going on adventures and going Jeeping or Quadding. :)

  • animals
  • culture
  • architecture
  • design
  • photography
  • dining
  • cooking
  • traveling
  • outdoor activities
  • cycling
  • adventure races
  • surfing
  • sailing
  • skydiving
  • volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I love anything that has a good beat and something I can dance too! I have taken dance lessons my whole life including Ukrainian, Ballet, HipHop, Jazz, and Latin.

I love watching movies ... horror is my favorite!

I am just starting to get back into reading books as being in University for 5 years ruined that for me lol.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've done lots of amazing thing but one significant memory is going Skydiving. It was exhilarating!! Also going to Italy with my mom and meeting one of my role models, Debbie Travis the famous Interior Decorator.

Teach, Learn, Share

I live and learn everyday and sharing the world with others. Let's have some tea and talk about life. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Tips and Tricks to having an amazing time in Canada. Specifically Manitoba. Also my smile and friendly personality.

Countries I’ve Visited

Italy, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada

Join Couchsurfing to see Desiree’s full profile.

My Groups