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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
Teishoku and Copernicus: A 2026 Foodie’s Guide To Lunch In Krakow
Cesarine Review: The Closest Thing To Cooking With An Italian Nonna
Dark Restaurant Poznan: A Foodie Journey Into The Heart Of Darkness
The #1 Place To Eat Tafelspitz In Vienna 2026
Reviews
What's On Your Bucket List
How To See Stonehenge For Free + Visit The Inner Circle
Ask any English person if they’ve been to Stonehenge and 9 out of 10 times, they’ll tell you that they ‘driven by it’
Is It Worth It To Ride A Gondola In Venice?
One of the questions I get a lot is whether some activities are worth the cost. Case in the point is whether it’s worth visiting the Blue Lagoon thermal pools in Iceland for $90.
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 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.
Silfra Snorkeling In Iceland 2026 Guide + Everything To Know Beforehand
In the middle of Iceland is a deep fissure filled with some of the clearest water in the world. On one side is European tectonic plate and the other is North American tectonic plate, separated by just a few meters.
Bucket List: Diving The Outer Great Barrier Reef Live Aboard
The famous Great Barrier Reef in Australia is the world’s largest coral reef system composed of over 2900 reefs, 900 islands and stretching 2600 kilometres.
Travel Guides & Tips
Lanterns and Teahouses: Day Trip To Both Jiufen and Shifen 2025
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.
Is “The Fork” App A Legit Deal Or A Scam?
You might have seen The Fork pop up from time to time when trying to make a reservation for restaurants in Europe or the UK.
Chania and Rethymno Base: The Complete Guide For 2026
When it comes to deciding between two major travel towns in a region, I usually know where I stand. But between Chania and Rethymno, I’m genuinely torn.
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.
Bored In Istanbul: 17 Different Things To Do In 2026
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.
72 Hours In Seville Guide: Must Do’s + Foodie Itinerary 2026 Edition
From my personal journal. In Sevilla, I feel a dusting of magic in the air that’s only present in the Andalusia region of Spain.
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.
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.
The 2026 Adventurer’s Guide To Cortina d’Ampezzo
Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of the premier destinations in the Dolomites and an ideal base for some of the best climbing and hiking in the Dolomites.
Seville’s Most Authentic Flamenco Shows 2026 Edition
From my personal journal. I went to a flamenco show tonight by the river in a small bar with enough seats for maybe 20 people.
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.
24 Hours In Yufuin: The 2026 Traveler’s Guide To What To Do, Eat, and See
Yufuin was stop two of my back-to-back-to-back onsen escapade in Kyushu. After taking the overnight Sunflower Ferry from Osaka to Beppu, which technically would be a 4th ‘back‘
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