Originally from Germany, I spent most of my formative years on the African continent before returning “home” to Germany, where I’m currently based. As a cultural manager with over 15 years of experience, I’ve directed two Goethe-Centres and advised on cultural interventions and exchange programs for GIZ. I’m passionate about crafting accessible, barrier-free cultural experiences—most recently organizing my mother’s first art exhibition and curating a winter family tour through Spain with my elderly parents and my sister. Driven by a deep curiosity for other ways of life, I thrive on spirited dinner-table debates and learning from diverse perspectives. My guiding principle is “investing in memories,” and if I ever write a book, it will be titled
My Story According to Music—a tribute to the soundtrack that shapes every chapter of my life.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’m a Couchsurfing member because I believe the best travel memories are made through genuine human connections. Staying with local hosts lets me experience daily life and spirited dinner-table conversations that no hotel can offer. It aligns perfectly with my motto—“investing in memories”—by turning each stay into a story, not just a night’s rest.

Interests

• arts
• culture
• literature
• street art
• traveling
• music
• live music
• food
• meeting new people
• local culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Soul, Jazz, Funk, Hip-Hop, Neo-Soul, Classic

Live is Beautiful, The very best exotic marigold hotel

The Memory of Love by Aminatta Forna

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

swimming with sharks in Thailand

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good food and engaging dinner conversations

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Congo, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Palestine, Portugal, Rwanda, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Uganda, Zimbabwe