I don't feel like I'm pushing 50 years old. I'm fortunate to be semi-retired and finally have the time to explore and savor life!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Recently moved full time to Europe, love connecting with new people and sharing travel experiences.

Interests

If I can hike up a mountain to see a castle ruin that I've just read the history of, I am a very happy person. Show me a cathedral or a cave, and you'll see me grin from ear to ear! Is there a local winery nearby, even better!

• architecture
• photography
• wine
• cocktails
• hiking
• skiing
• swimming
• archeology
• art history
• history
• food
• caves
• castles
• classic cars

Music, Movies, and Books

I read a ton of historical nonfiction. Still love seeing movies in the theater.
Always looking to find new music.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Before the war, photo excursion to the Chernobyl exclusion zone

Teach, Learn, Share

I love playing "tour guide" when I am familiar with an area. I organize group trips for my friends every year. And if a place is new to me, I want to learn everything about it!

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Croatia, Slovakia, United States