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Syazwani Baumgartner February 5, 2016 Japan

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Hi, I’m Wani

At the age of 21, I set myself a crazy goal of visiting 100 countries before 30.

On the 11th of July 2014, I stepped foot in Kuwait, my 100th country, at the age of 28, pregnant with our first child.

Having been to 153 countries (as of July 2025), I am now experiencing a new form of travel sometimes with 3 kids in tow, if not solo or with a friend or my partner.

Join us on our many adventures as I hope to inspire all who share my love for travel.

Where I am currently

Basel

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The Amazing Lisengrat Ridge Hike from Säntis

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A short trip to Vaduz, Liechtenstein

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Stanserhorn and CabriO – the world’s first roofless upper deck cable car

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Viewing Tulips in Keukenhof, Netherlands

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My first safari – Masai Mara, Kenya

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Kyoto – Miyajima – Hiroshima – Kobe – Osaka – Kyoto all in one day

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Rafting in Interlaken, Switzerland

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Above the clouds in Fronalpstock

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My Village Experience with the Locals in Zanzibar

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Stingray City Sandbar – Cayman Island

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Best Panoramic Hike in Switzerland

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My Unsuccessful Attempt at Swimming with the Dolphins in Zanzibar

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Cafes in Seoul & beautiful coffee art

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Swimming with whale sharks in Donsol, Philippines

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