CURRENT MISSION

I want to see the world and how different people live in it.

ABOUT ME

I’m Mariel, originally from California, now based in Sydney. I love discovering new places through food, art, and the people who bring them to life. I’m all about meaningful conversations, adventures, and finding the balance between exploring and just soaking it all in.

When I travel, I like getting to know a place beyond the guidebook — chatting with locals, wandering through markets, trying something I’ve never cooked before, or finding a hidden bar with great live music. I’m easygoing, curious, and genuinely enjoy connecting with people who have a story to share.

I’m not hosting at the moment, but I love meeting up for a coffee, drink, or a meal while I’m on the road.

PHILOSOPHY

Treat others how you want to be treated!
Live each day as if it were your last! And Learn as if you live forever!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I had the opportunity to couchsurf with some really cool people all around Europe, it makes it harder to leave because I want to stay with my new friends everywhere I go!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have met some of the coolest people from couchsurfing it gives me hope in the world :)

Interests

I love music, and dancing, art, traveling, learning about new cultures and new experiences!

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Amelie, Pulp Fiction, 500 Days of Summer, Garden State, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Rocket Science.

Music: I love so much music and concerts! Red Hot Chilli Peppers, 311, The XX, The Beatles, Nirvana and so much more.

Books: One of my favourite books is If This were a Man by Primo Levi it is a holocaust victim's account of surviving Auschwitz, very impactful book. I enjoyed The Way of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Experienced 37 different countries and connected with so many people via Couchsurfing.

Teach, Learn, Share

Learn: I love learning about local traditions, hidden food spots, and how people really live in each place.
Teach: I can teach you how to cook a few great dishes (and make a solid limoncello!), love teaching AcroYoga or partner acrobatics.
Share: Stories, music, and maybe a bottle of wine over a long dinner — that’s my kind of connection

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Italy, United States

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