Adam Thomson

Adam Thomson

Travel Blogger · Photographer · Storyteller

Hi, I'm adam — a full-time traveler, blogger, and photographer with a passion for finding beauty in every corner of the world. What started as a solo backpacking trip through Southeast Asia in 2018 turned into a life-changing journey that never really ended.

I believe travel is the greatest teacher. Every destination has reshaped how I see people, culture, food, and myself. Through this blog, I share honest stories, practical tips, and the kind of travel photography that makes you want to book a flight immediately.

When I'm not on the road, I'm usually editing photos in a cozy café, planning the next adventure, or teaching others how to travel smarter, deeper, and more sustainably.

60+ Countries Visited
400+ Articles Published
120K+ Monthly Readers
6yrs Years of Blogging

Skills & Expertise

Travel Writing 95%
Photography 88%
Video & Reels 75%
SEO & Content 80%
Trip Planning 92%
Budget Optimization 85%

My Journey

2018

The First Solo Trip

Quit my corporate job and bought a one-way ticket to Bali. Spent three months backpacking across Indonesia, discovering that slow travel is the best travel.

2019

Blog Goes Live

Launched this blog after countless people asked how I was funding my adventures. Within six months, the first brand partnership arrived — a small guesthouse in Chiang Mai.

2020

Pivoting Through a Pandemic

Grounded like everyone else, I turned inward — writing long-form guides, building a photography course, and growing the newsletter to 20,000 subscribers.

2021

First Book Published

"The Carry-On Life" — a practical guide to long-term travel — hit the shelves and became a travel community bestseller within its first month.

2022

Going Full Digital Nomad

Structured a life between Lisbon, Medellín, and Chiang Mai. Reached 50 countries, launched a travel photography workshop series, and hit 100K monthly readers.

2024

Today

Still on the road, still curious. Currently exploring Central Asia and writing about places most guidebooks haven't caught up with yet.

Through the Lens

Temples of Bali at sunrise

Temples of Bali at sunrise

Street food in Bangkok

Street food in Bangkok

Hiking in Patagonia

Hiking in Patagonia

Desert roads of Morocco

Desert roads of Morocco

Photography workshop in Lisbon

Photography workshop in Lisbon

Working remotely from a café

Working remotely from a café

Sunset over the Mekong River

Sunset over the Mekong River

Slow morning in the mountains

Slow morning in the mountains

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