Hi I am Mel. I am an Australian and just about to move to NYC!

I am an architect, yoga teacher and lover of life. I have recently gotten into free diving and love new experiences. I have done a bit of travel and love to spend time in communities and explore a country as much as possible. Recently I completed my second volunteering experience helping to rebuild a school in Salina Del Marques, Oaxaca for All Hands and Hearts. I’m. It going to lie it was REALLY hard work. Mexico is HOT haha. The first project i did with All Hands was in Nepal and i loved it.

I am easy going, happy and very clean! I love to cook (though I’m no master chef) and love meeting new people. I hope to have a lot of experiences in my life and meet a lot of new friends all over the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Looking to travel in a new way and meet new people. I would love to learn more about the culture and the language.

Interests

• architecture
• design
• wine
• yoga
• surfing
• history
• beach
• arts and culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Shantaram, sapiens, Tuesday’s with Morrie, the alchemist, Ernest Hemingway

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Volunteering rebuilding schools with All Hands and Hearts - Nepal 2017 & Mexico 2019
Australian Synchronized Swimming team

Teach, Learn, Share

Yoga teacher, synchronised swimmer and designer!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share stories, laughter and good vibes! I can also help with English, yoga and design. Cooking, cleaning and depending on the work some hard labour. I’m not afraid of power tools or digging ditches. Give me a task and I’ll do it!

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, France, India, Indonesia, Italy, Mexico, Nepal, Thailand, United Kingdom, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Nepal, Viet Nam