Originally born in the Russian Federation and immigrated to the US at age 3. Holds a B.A. in Communication and Criminology with a minor in Russian. 25 years old but is often mistaken for 36...especially in Indonesia.

Backpacked Southeast Asia in 2013 for 7 months and is currently backpacking Mexico and Guatemala for 6 months. Planning to travel Europe later in 2016.

Been known to disappear into books for days and a proud grammar nazi. Pets way too many stray dogs but always washes her hands afterwards. Aspiring English teacher abroad and blogger.