I grew up in the South Island of New Zealand and I am currently living in London working with young people who have experienced significant trauma, however, I was trained and previously practiced as a lawyer.

Hoping to host and possibly surf while in London/Europe together with my partner Anthony - you can check out his CS profile here: https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/anthony-costello

I'm easy-going and love learning peoples' stories and having good, meaningful conversations. Love to eat!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Had 100% amazing and positive experiences couch surfing through the US last year. The hosts we stayed with will be friends we remember for years to come. Really looking forward to having a place of our own to host sometime soon!

I love meeting new people in any situation but even more exciting in the CS context. Visiting new places is ALWAYS best when you know a local!

Interests

Outdoors, travel, politics, family, nature, people, food...

• dining
• politics
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• surfing
• law

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Alabama Shakes, Black Keys, Arctic Monkeys, Bon Iver, the XX, Jake Bugg, the National, Vampire Weekend, Passion Pit, the Naked and Famous, Alt J, Damien Rice...but always love hearing new, diverse music.

I haven't read much in a long time but excited to start again now I'm on holiday! Bring on the recommendations...

Movies: anything that makes me cry - love a good drama but am into good sci fis and docos too.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Spent 16 hours on a train in India without a seat

Teach, Learn, Share

Yes please!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, thoughts, food, opinions, recommendations, laughs

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Australia, Belize, Botswana, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Palestine, Panama, Philippines, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, United States, Wales, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, China, England, New Zealand