Born in Hanoi, Vietnam; educated and worked in the USA and UK. Adventurous and open-minded.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’m here to befriend and learn from people: your stories, your communities, your corner of the world. What shaped the way you see things? What moments shifted your path? I believe travel is less about ticking off landmarks and more about mundane conversations, shared meals, and unexpected connections that linger long after.

Interests

I’m drawn to travel that lingers, to walking cities with no set destination, finding music in unexpected places, and learning how people live, create, and care. I’m passionate about culture, politics, and how they intersect. I love live music, street food, and stories that challenge what we think we know. Always searching for connection, rhythm, and meaning wherever I go.

• culture
• photography
• concerts
• politics
• movies
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• tennis
• philosophy
• nature
• urban planning
• community organizing
• political economy
• queer culture

Music, Movies, and Books

MUSIC
LCD Soundsystem, Lana Del Rey, Sufjan Stevens, Silver Jews, Talking Head, The Magnetic Fields, PJ Harvey, Miles Davis, Fiona Apple, Kate Bush, Father John Misty, Nick Drake, Tupac, Elliott Smith, Whitney Houston, Etta James, Portishead, Herbie Hancock.

MOVIES & TV
The Color of Pomegranate, Past Lives, Anatomy of a Fall, Jeanne Dialman, También La Lluvia, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, La Piel Que Habito are some of my current favorites.

I am also a big fan of TV shows. All-time favorites are Bojack Horseman, Breaking Bad & Better Call Saul, The Good Place, Fleabag, Twin Peaks, Moral Orel, etc.

AUTHORS
Raj Patel, Angela Davis, Arundhati Roy, bell hooks, José Saramago, Frantz Fanon, Pramoedya Ananta Toer.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Helped facilitate Vietnam’s first Weapons of Mass Destruction Law while navigating government halls by day and winding alleyways by night; building trust across borders, one meeting (and one strong coffee/beer) at a time :-P

Teach, Learn, Share

I work in international relations, so I’m always up for a conversation about global politics, diplomacy, or how power plays out across borders. I also do community organizing in DC, focused on housing justice and accessibility, so if you're curious about grassroots movements or what organizing looks like in everyday life, I’d love to share what I’ve learned (and what I’m still learning).

In return, I’d love to hear your stories: what shapes your beliefs, what your neighborhood feels like on a quaint morning, what makes you feel at home… I’m especially drawn to learning about local histories, customs, humor, and how people find joy or resistance in daily rituals.

And of course, always down to swap recipes, playlists, Google Maps links, travel mishaps, and maybe even a few life lessons along the way.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good company, honest conversation, and deep curiosity about the world. I’ve lived and worked between Vietnam and the US, and I love swapping stories over tea, walks, or street food. I’m respectful, clean, and independent, but also always down to connect if you’re around and have time.

I bring thoughtfulness, a bit of humor, and maybe a snack or tea from home to share. I’ll treat your space with care and your time with gratitude.

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, England, France, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Northern Ireland, Philippines, Scotland, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, United States, Viet Nam