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My name is Kien and I’m an international photographer and filmmaker. Over the last 10 years, I’ve traveled to 70+ countries to find the most wonderful things to check off my bucket list. I hope to share that experience and what I’ve learned to help you do the same.
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Volare! 24 Hours In Polignano A Mare: The Guide To Puglia’s Coastline Gem
Raise your hand if scrolling through your social media feed has you yearning for a beach escape to the crystal clear waters of Italy’s coastline.
Bucket List: Sleeping In A Burmese Monastery In Hsipaw
Once upon a time, I flew to Myanmar on a whim to travel with a girl I hung out for a day on an island in Thailand.
Ski Dubai: Is The Indoor Snow Slope Worth Visiting?
It’s no secret that Dubai is a statement of excess and luxury. It is home to the tallest building in the world and the largest mall in the world.
Bucket List: Skydiving At A Place That’s Had 16 Deaths
This is how my first skydive happened. Friend: So the Pho here is actually pretty good. I’ve been craving Vietnamese food lately.
How To Get To Lago di Sorapis In The Dolomites
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.
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.
Travel Guides & Tips
Albania’s Well-Kept Secret: 8 Things To Do In Ksamil and Butrint 2024
On our epic road trip through the Balkan countries, my friend Lovisa and I saved one of the best spots for last – Ksamil.
When Is The JR Rail Pass Still Worth Buying In 2024?
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.
Lanterns and Teahouses: A Day Trip To Both Jiufen and Shifen 2024
Between the rush of Taipei’s morning traffic and the trundling of stalls that signal the night markets coming to life, there’s hardly a moment to breathe in Taiwan’s cornerstone capital.
Conquering Angkor Wat: The Cheat Sheet Guide To Cambodia’s Ancient City
Angkor Wat, the crown jewel of Cambodia’s ancient Khmer Empire, and the country’s main draw for millions of visitors each year.
Toyosu Fish Market: The Traveler’s Guide To The Tuna Auction 2024
In October of 2018, as part of overhauling an aged infrastructure and addressing the needs for modernization and future development, Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market was moved to its new home at the Toyosu Market complex.
The Adventurer’s Guide To Cortina d’Ampezzo 2024
Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of the premier destinations in the Dolomites and an ideal home base for some of the best climbing and hiking in the Dolomites.
Japanese Snow Monkeys: A Complete Guide To Visiting Jigokudani Monkey Park
You’ve probably seen the photograph – a fluffy money sitting eyes closed, its wet coat of fur, thick and plush, is clumped and frosted at the tips in snow.
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.
Is The Blue Lagoon (Iceland) Still Worth Visiting 2024?
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.
Noboribetsu Onsen: The Companion Guide To Hokkaido’s Hell Valley 2024
On my latest trip to Japan, I traveled to Hokkaido and the northernmost parts of Honshu, in search of unique onsen (“hot springs”) bathing experiences.
Mabul Island: A Traveler’s Handbook to Diving In Malaysian Borneo
If you’ve only just heard of Mabul Island, you’re in for a treat. This was easily the highlight of my travels in Malaysian Borneo.
The Ultimate Guide: Hiking The Annapurna Circuit Trek 2024
If you’re planning a trip to Nepal, you’re most likely here to do some trekking. And there’s no trek grander than the Annapurna Circuit that takes you up 5416m (17769 ft) and across 220 km (~137 mi) of remote mountains and villages, beginning in Besisahar and ending in Pokhara.