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Overview

  • 7 references 3 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian; learning Arabic (Egypt), Greek (modern), Russian, Spanish, Urdu, Vietnamese
  • 34, Female
  • Member since 2012
  • Musician/Teacher
  • Bachelor's in Social Pedagogy
  • From Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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About Me

I am a Dutch-Canadian girl, living everywhere and nowhere (literally). I am currently teaching in Messina, Sicily and I am exploring Italy in my free time. I would describe myself as crazy, creative, a bit of a dreamer, an adventurer, open minded, an animal lover and a big weirdo. Hopefully not in a disturbing way. I just like to joke around and be silly sometimes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love to meet new people and share good times and stories with. I am always keen on meeting fellow travellers or maybe go on a roadtrip with for the weekend. Send me a message and let me know if you're coming to town!

Interests

Music, playing guitar, running, travelling, philosophy, psychology and fitness

  • animals
  • singing
  • salsa dancing
  • ethics
  • dining
  • cooking
  • vegan
  • fitness
  • running
  • politics
  • traveling
  • music
  • guitar
  • backpacking
  • adventure races
  • psychology
  • forró
  • ballfolk

Music, Movies, and Books

Music (Pearl Jam, Beach Boys, Lenny Kravitz, Michelle Branch, Alice in Chains)
Movies (Quentin Tarantino, thrillers and horror movies).
Books (Khalid Hosseini, Louisa May Alcott, Nicolas Sparks, Harry Mulish, Tim Krabbé)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Backpacking through South-East Asia.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you to play guitar or sing a bit. I can teach you Dutch or Italian language. I love to discuss music, politics, ethics or anything random.
I will listen to your problems for free. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I always travel with my guitar and I love to sing, play and write music. I have many stories about my travels around the world that I would love to share with you. I love to cook as well. I enjoy cooking for others and eating good food.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Cambodia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Laos, Luxembourg, Mexico, Myanmar, Poland, Scotland, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Belgium, Canada, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Viet Nam

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