@curtisrussel
👋 Hello!
I’m Kurt, accountant by profession, curious traveler by heart. Welcome to curtisrussel.com, my little corner of the internet where spreadsheets take a backseat and sunrises, street food, and soul-searching take the spotlight.
Like many of us, I grew up in a world that defined success by how well you followed the script, study hard, land a stable job, build a life that looks good on paper. But somewhere along the way, I realized that wasn’t quite my version of a fulfilling life.
And so, I packed my curiosity and hit the road (sometimes solo, sometimes with my nieces, and often with my wild, wonderful friends) chasing stories, connections, and the kind of peace you only find in unfamiliar places.
🧳 How I Travel
You’ll find me somewhere between a budget traveler from a third-world country and a treat-yourself luxury fan, someone who’ll hunt for the cheapest flight but happily splurge on the tasting menu. My travel style is flexible, intentional, and always centered on good food, quiet (and sometimes loud) moments, and meaningful experiences. 🍜
🌅 What I Love
Give me sunsets, beaches, jungles, ancient temples, and a hot bowl of something I can’t pronounce and I’m happy. I’m an adventurous eater (yes to spicy!) and a low-key nature geek. If I’m not diving into turquoise waters or hiking somewhere remote, I’m probably screaming on a rollercoaster or singing off-key at a music festival.
I’m hopelessly obsessed with cats, turtles, rays, dolphins, whales, and jellyfish (from a safe distance). 🪼
🗺️ Favorite Places
Subject to change, depending on my mood and how good the street food is. 😂
🎯 Bucket List
These are the places that I want to visit next! Trekking, soul searching, road trips, vibrant culture, exciting cuisine, you name it! ⏭️
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Nepal
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Bhutan
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Morocco
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Italy
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Spain
🌱 Why I Travel
I genuinely enjoy my job and the people I work with, but I also know that career chapters eventually close. What stays with you are the in-betweens, a sunrise in a place you can’t pronounce, a stranger’s kindness in a crowded market, a street food discovery that changes your life (or at least your taste buds).
So here I am trying to see the world one place at a time, squeezing adventures between meetings and deadlines, hoping each journey brings me a little closer to understanding myself (and maybe the universe too).
This blog is my way of capturing it all, the guides, the photos, and the mildly chaotic moments, with the hope that it helps you plan your next trip. 🪷