Adventurer, Ocean Activist, Health Advocates, Sailor and professional mariner. I am an American born in NYC and raised on Long Island Sound. Sailing has always been an important part of my life and I love sharing the adventure. After a career in NYC in Advertising as a top food editor and stylist, I followed my dream to become a professional sailing Captain. I live aboard my sailboat, Shambala, a classic 41 foot sloop, sailing the most remote outer islands of the Bahamas offering private charters and guided tours of remote Bahamian Islands. Before Covid, I spent summers teaching teenagers the joys of sailing and fishing in the Florida Keys with the Scouts High Adventure Coral Reef Program. I am now based in Georgetown, Exumas, Bahamas and welcome guests aboard Shambala who wish to experience the lifestyle of a cruising sailor.
I have not used couch surfing so have no references, but if you have an Airbnb account, I have host and guest references there.
As a guest myself, I love quiet, cleanliness and a soft pillow in a comfy bed. Sharing stories, a good game of Backgammon or Cribbage is always welcome. I'm easy-going, respectful, and laid back.

Core belief and practice ~ Keep a positive attitude ~ what you focus on expands! Offer kindness with a smile. Smiling and music are our universal language.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am a world traveler, and prefer to stay with local residents. Also, I am on a limited budget so couchsurfing allows me to travel reasonably while making new friends.

Interests

I love that my boat takes me places where I can enjoy swimming, snorkeling; beach walking and meeting new poeple. I love exploring new places and visiting cities I enjoy all the offerings. I miss sailing remotely.
I love architecture, music, local eateries, movies and love taking pictures and videos of my travels.
I enjoy sharing stories and experiences. I was a professional chef, and enjoy cooking with friends.

• sailing
• cultures
• sustainability
• social justice
• card games
• boat talk
• local eateries

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Achieving my dream of becoming a professional Captain and living on my own boat off-grid in remote Bahamas Islands.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach cooking, Responsible boating skills, Sailing. Story telling.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My travel stories and insights into many different cultures.

Countries I’ve Visited

Anguilla, Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Denmark, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, Saint Martin (French part), Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Virgin Islands, British

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belize, Canada, Saint Martin (French part)