I am an energetic, outgoing, and adventurous college student studying abroad in Paris for the 2017 Fall Semester. I love to get to know new people, explore new areas, and try new things. I especially love outdoor activities, like hiking, boating, water sports, running, and more! I enjoy playing tennis, soccer, and volleyball too. I am also an aspiring photographer, with hopes to capture beautiful moments of life in europe, whether that's through people in the cities or landscapes in the countryside. I want to see as much of Europe as possible while I am here, and meet people from across the continent as well.

Feel free to check me out on social media as well!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rahimkarimi48
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rkarimi48/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am to travel as much as possible during my time here in Europe. Traveling doesn't just involve seeing new cities, it means meeting new people and making new friends as well! From what i have heard, couchsurfing seems to offer the best opportunity to meet locals and make new connections across the world. I am hoping to find not only some comfy couches to sleep on, but some exciting and friendly people to spend time with while visiting places all across Europe this semester.

Interests

• photography
• hiking
• kayaking
• soccer
• tennis
• volleyball
• waterfalls
• exploring new places
• watersports
• beach volleyball

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - Coldplay, but am a fan of most other types of music as well
Movies - too many to name. Marvel, Star Wars, and Disney Movies are some of my favorites
Books - The Book Thief, Percy Jackson, Hunger Games

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I did a 360 my first time using a kneeboard. I may have wiped out, but it was still pretty cool.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach the basics of photography and how to make pasta the student way :D. I would love to learn more about European culture, specifically cooking and traditions, as well as French. I am hoping to share my experience, both old and new, with hosts of any culture or background.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share tips about photography, stories of life in the United States, exciting tales of college life, and drinks with hosts. I can also cook to the extent of a college student (I make a mean fish and rice with steamed veggies).

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, England, France, Iceland, Ireland, Mexico, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States