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My name is Kien and I’m an international photographer and filmmaker. Over the last 15 years, I’ve traveled to 80+ countries to find the most unique experiences to check off my bucket list. This is where I share my recommendations and what I’ve learned to help you do the same.
Food
The Best Place To Eat Mechoui and Street Food In Jemaa El-Fna 2026
Eating Where Locals Eat: A Foodie Tour Through Madrid’s Chamberí Neighborhood
The #1 Place To Eat Tafelspitz In Vienna 2026
My Private Tour Inside The World’s Oldest Restaurant: Is Madrid’s Botín Actually Worth It?
Tartare and Pierogies: The 2026 Ultimate Foodie’s Guide To Poznan
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What's On Your Bucket List
Dark Restaurant Poznan: A Foodie Journey Into The Heart Of Darkness
The world is full of natural wonders, but some of the strangest experiences are concocted by the genius, and perhaps the insanity, of man.
Bucket List: Yankee Doodle Canyoning In Zion
1. Brick It: verb \ ‘brik it \ : To “Brick it” is to “sh*t a brick”, where one is scared to the point that one not only loses control of their bowels, they lose control epically, resulting in something akin to a brick being dispelled and left behind.
Tokyo Cherry Blossom: 2026 Strategy Guide + 7 Best Viewing Spots (Ranked)
For years, I always planned my visits to Tokyo and Japan outside the cherry blossom season window that happens between late March and April.
Bucket List: Hot Air Balloon Over Inle Lake In Myanmar
From my personal journal. “Remember this moment, I tell myself. I close my eyes for a few seconds and try to etch the view into my memory.
Is Antelope Canyon Still Worth Visiting In 2026?
Antelope Canyon is one of those places that you just want to photograph, even if it’s been done a million times.
Is Iceland Blue Lagoon Still Worth Visiting 2026?
Before my trip to Iceland, I asked, in a travel forum, whether the Blue Lagoon was worth visiting. The result was a passionate but divided debate with great arguments on both sides.
Travel Guides & Tips
10 Free Ways To Experience Porto Like A Local
For the last few years, Porto has been one of my bases, where I return to between long trips. It’s where I can settle into a routine and explore this incredible city slowly, like a local, with my friends here.
Kinosaki Onsen: The 2026 Curated Guide To Japan’s Tattoo-Friendly Hot Springs Town
Most first-time visitors to Japan build their itineraries around Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, with maybe an added stop to Hiroshima or Himeji to check off the famous castle.
Sunrise Hike To Lago di Sorapis In The Dolomites (2026 Update)
If you’re looking for a very manageable sunrise hike, without the crowds, while staying in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Lago di Sorapis is an exceptional choice.
A 54-Page Guide To Better Travel Photography
You’ve booked your flight and packed your bags for that big trip. Passport. Check. Travel towel. Check. Camera. Check. That last one is important.
Bored In Istanbul: 17 Unique Things To Do In 2026
If it’s your first time to Istanbul, you gotta visit the wonders that are the Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.
Toyosu Fish Market: The 2026 Traveler’s Guide To The Tuna Auction
The first tuna auction of 2026 brought in a new record as a 243 kg (535 lb) bluefin told sold for ¥510 million, roughly $3.2 million.
Japanese Snow Monkeys: A Complete Guide To Jigokudani Monkey Park
You’ve probably seen the photograph – a fluffy monkey, half submerged in water, eyes closed like its meditating while a swirl of steam rises around its thick coat of fur.
Demystifying The Dolomites: The 2026 Planning Guide For Your First Trip
For the longest time, I confused the Dolomites with the Annamites in Vietnam. I’ve forgiven myself because, truthfully, outside of Europe and the skiing community, most people didn’t know much about this picturesque mountain range in the Northeastern Alps of Italy –
Where To Stay In Yufuin 2026: Best Onsen and Ryokan Recommendations
Which Area Of Yufuin To Stay In The main parts of Yufuin is quite compact and getting from one end to the other takes only about 20 minutes on foot.
Bored In Antalya: 13 Activities For Friends and Family
While Istanbul is the first city that people think of in Turkey, sun seekers in the know head down to Antalya, the gateway to the country’s southern Turquoise Coast along the Mediterranean Sea.
The Complete Guide To Shibu Onsen And The Nine Bathhouses
In March, I spent two days relaxing in a small village called Shiba Onsen. There, I completed a local tradition of visiting all nine public bathhouses and getting a stamp at each one on a special towel.
When Is The JR Rail Pass Still Worth Buying In 2026?
For many years, the JR Rail Pass was one way to save money and experience the efficiency of Shinkansen (bullet train travel) traveling around Japan.
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