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Syazwani Baumgartner January 18, 2018 Asia

11 things to experience in Japan

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A day trip to Kanazawa and Shirakawa-go

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Another day in Kyoto with amazing food

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A Day Out in Nasu, Japan

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Syazwani Baumgartner January 11, 2016 Asia

Learning Kendo at a Japanese high school

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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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