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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.
Food
Dark Restaurant Poznan: A Foodie Journey Into The Heart Of Darkness
Beeswax Martini and Benedictine Waffles: A Foodie Guide To Gdansk
Beef Cheeks and Vegan Bigos: A Foodie’s Guide To Lunch In Warsaw
Teishoku and Copernicus: A Foodie’s Guide To Lunch In Krakow
Review: Breakfast Bliss At Red Bull’s Hangar-7 In Salzburg
Reviews
What's On Your Bucket List
Bucket List: Barcelona Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Once upon a time, I was asked by a client if I could fly to Barcelona to shoot a short film.
The Complete Guide 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.
The Foodie’s Guide To Build The Perfect Nokke-Don In Aomori
If you are a true foodie traveling to Japan, you know the best food experiences are rarely found on TikTok. Leave those long lines for the masses.
Silfra Winter Snorkeling In Iceland + Everything To Know
It was a little hard to wrap my head around the concept at first, but in the middle of Iceland is a deep fissure filled with some of the clearest water in the world.
Bucket List: Midnight Hike Up Egypt’s Mount Sinai
Food always taste best when you’re hungry. After hiking to the top of Mount Sinai and waiting for the sun to rise, I’ll add that it tastes even better when you’re not only hungry but cold.
A Virgin Guide To Surviving Your First Burning Man 2025 Tomorrow Today
It’s been over a decade since my first trip to Black Rock City and I’m pretty sure that I’m no longer carrying any playa dust on my body.
Travel Guides & Tips
11 Beautiful Luxury Hotels With Pools In Seville 2025
For me, the defining draw of Seville is the confluence of cultures over its vibrant history creating a unique culinary scene within Spain, and an architectural style that draws from both the European and Arab world.
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.
The Foodie’s Guide To Build The Perfect Nokke-Don In Aomori
If you are a true foodie traveling to Japan, you know the best food experiences are rarely found on TikTok. Leave those long lines for the masses.
Albania’s Well-Kept Secret: 8 Things To Do In Ksamil and Butrint 2025
On our epic road trip through the Balkan countries, my friend Lovisa and I saved one of the best spots for last – Ksamil.
Istanbul Foodie Must Eats 2025: 16 Things To Try And Where To Eat Them
When you get to Istanbul, the ubiqutous kebab and decadent baklava will be waiting for you – but that should just be the start of your culinary adventure.
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 on a special towel.
Aomori Winter Activities: 8 Unique Experiences To Do In Aomori
Aomori was only supposed to be a short stop at the end of winter adventure in Hokkaido where I’d catch my flight back to Tokyo.
Bored In Istanbul: 17 Different Things To Do In 2025
A first time visit to Istanbul would not be complete with seeing the wonders that are the Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.
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.
Demystifying The Dolomites: A 2025 Handbook To Planning 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 –
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.
When To Use Klook To Book Things In Japan?
There’s no doubt that you’ve come across a company called Klook when doing your research in Japan. Travel blogs recommend them and plenty of people who have returned will offer some advice on Facebook groups involving using Klook to buy Shinkansen tickets or to book DisneySea or Universal tickets.
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