I try to embody the phrase “Adventure is out there”. I believe that life is one great adventure and the world is filled with invigorating places to explore. I don’t want to just visit a country; I want to experience the country. That means eating where the locals eat, engaging in friendly conversations with residents, traveling off the beaten path, and learning all we can about the culture.

I love to share stories, enjoy a cup of tea, listen to other’s life experiences, relax with a book, hike through nature, capture the world through a camera lens, discuss world issues, camp under the stars, learn to cook local cuisine, and dance the night away. I am always on the move, trying new things and enjoying all that life has to offer.

Originally from San Diego, my girlfriend and I are enjoying our second year of living in Australia. We moved here beginning of 2018 hoping to gain more work experience in our respective fields. Ari gets excited about bats, I get excited by numbers. We believe that opposites attract which is why we travel so well together. I work with data in either the financial sector or as a data visualization expert and she works in wildlife conservation + photography. Numbers are my game and creating stories with that data is my profession.

Warum ich bei Couchsurfing bin

We often forget that this wonderful tool exists, but if we have learned anything from traveling, its that making friends in unexpected places leaves an incredible impact, and small acts of kindness to travelers in need, even more so. We have had some wonderful experiences on couch surfing and are hoping to continue utilizing this community, and hopefully, soon become hosts ourselves!

Interessen

Photography, wildlife, soccer, art, nature and conservation, tea, origami, world travel, board games/table top games, engaging conversations, and anything that will make us laugh!

• wildlife
• arts
• culture
• books
• photography
• dancing
• cooking
• board games
• traveling
• origami
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• soccer
• history
• science
• statistics
• eating
• exploring
• nature conservation

Musik, Filme und Bücher

Books: The Mistborn Series by Brandon Sanderson, The Firm by John Grisham, Ready Player One by Ernest Cline, Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, Harry Potter

Music: IMostly everything from Folk to Metal. Past faves include: magine Dragons, Saints of Valory, Bastille, Passion Pit, Muse, Milky Chance, Usher, A-Ha, R. Kelly, Andy Grammer, One republic, The strokes, Edguy, Avantasia, Dream Theater

Movies: Lover of films, action to disney. The Lion King, Ocean’s 11, Anchorman 1 & 2, Lord of the Rings, Princess Bride, and basically all action, adventure, and comedy!

Lehren, lernen, teilen

I can talk about the outdoors, how statistics governs the world around us, how tea can change your life, and I can help with any finance/banking/budgeting questions you may have (exciting I know!). I can also cook breakfast for you!

I would love to learn everything about your home including the food, culture, customs/traditions, history, politics and all the hidden nature or city spots. I also truly want to get to know my hosts and how your experiences and traveling have shaped you into the person you are today.

I want to share my love of traveling and enthusiasm for life with anyone else that wants to join in on an adventure!

Was ich mit Gastgebern teilen kann

We can share stories, are happy to share our skills, and cook up a good meal!

Länder, die ich besucht habe

Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, England, Greece, Ireland, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Tanzania

Länder, in denen ich gelebt habe

Australia