My name is Sam and welcome to my world 
I am full-time traveler, digital nomad, photographer, and content creator.
I am the creative force behind Sam Sees World, my travel website/brand dedicated to capturing beauty and charm while on a global journey. I share my life and experiences on my Instagram and TikTok for inspiration and go more in-depth here on my website for information.
In October 2022 after living in Amsterdam for 7 years I decided to get rid of my apartment to embrace a life of full-time travel. But let me clarify, I’m not your typical adventure traveler scaling mountains or bungee jumping off cliffs; I consider myself an aesthetic traveler with an insatiable appetite for beauty and culture.
My mission is simple yet profound: I seek to immerse myself in the beautiful and the unfamiliar, documenting every step of the way. Through captivating visuals and engaging narratives, I aim to ignite wanderlust in you by inviting you to experience the world through my lens.
My love for travel began in 2017 when I moved from Canada to Amsterdam for a 6-month study abroad program. I not only fell in love with travel and new experiences, but I also fell in love with my now husband! One month into my exchange I met a Swiss guy who was also studying abroad and well, the rest is history.
We now travel full-time together – with him being the genius behind the camera – and me as the writer who pieces all the fragmented photos into a story you can understand.
Where I’ve Lived/Traveled
To date, I’ve lived and traveled to quite a few places around the world. Some for a week and some for months been years! Below are the places I know and love most. I don’t write about all of them if I feel I don’t have enough information/knowledge on the place.
Netherlands – My home away from home and the place I know best. I spent the last 5 years living in Amsterdam and love everything about it. Amsterdam is where my expertise lies, but I have visited quite a few other places in the Netherlands too!
Montenegro – Where I spend months every summer and a special place in my heart.
Australia – Who doesn’t LOVE Australia? One of my top 3 favorite countries that I have spent a good amount of time in. I am heading back soon for even more explorations!
Maldives: A local experience where I spent my vacation enjoying a (less) luxurious but even more beautiful stay in this amazing country on the local islands like Thulusdhoo, Maafushi and more.
Portugal – Porto, Lisbon, Lagos, Albufeira and more!
Spain – Madrid, Ibiza, Malaga, Valencia.
England – London.
Greece – Always ranking top 1 or 2 when thinking of my favorite countries, Greece is a country I find myself in year after year. Chania, Mykonos, Milos, Santorini, Corfu and more!
Canada – My home country that is dear to my heart but I haven’t done too much traveling here.
Switzerland – Luckily I’ve gotten to spend a lot of time in Switzerland. Having a Swiss husband makes travel in Switzerland easy and (thankfully) less expensive! I’ve traveled and seen all regions and many towns and villages. Some of the top places: Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, Ticino, Locarno, Lugano, Lucerne, Zurich,
Italy – One of my favorite countries that I’ve spent countless months in! Matera, Alberobello, Polignano a Mare, Monopoli, Lake Como, Tuscany, Florence, Rome, Amalfi, Positano, and more!
France – North, South, Central and more. I love France and its diversity, but I would have to say my favorite places are the South of France and Corsica. Some favourites include: Annecy, Paris, Eze, Menton, & others!
USA – My old neighbor that I don’t visit that often, but have a soft spot for NYC.
Croatia – The ultimate Mediterranean hot spot that I visit sometimes during my summers in Montenegro.
Albania – Visited the Alabania Riveria for a quick yet amazing visit.
Finland – Helsinki.
Estonia – Tallinn.
Monaco – A welcome day trip in a land of luxury.
Japan –Seriously one of the most amazing places I’ve been. Mount Fuji, Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo!
South Korea – Seoul.
Vietnam – I definitely have some mixed feelings about Vietnam. Loved some places and others were not me at all!
Thailand – I thought Thailand would be super touristy and overrun but was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful and well-maintained it was. Koh Pih Phi, Phuket, Ao Nang, Koh Samui.
New Zealand – A short 1-week visit that I needed longer, I will be back!
Malaysia – Kuala Lumpur.
Jordan – Amman, Wadi Rum, Petra, Dead Sea.
Oman – Such a hidden gem.
UAE – Dubai.
The Seychelles – One of the most beautiful places I’ve been with the most amazing beaches in the world.
Denmark – Copenhagen.
Luxembourg – Luxembourg City.
Austria – Vienna.
Vatican City – The smallest country in the world
Poland – Gdansk.
Hungary – Budapest.
Serbia – Belgrade.
Indonesia – Bali, Lombok, Gili Islands.
Singapore – One of my favorite big cities that is clean, safe and super futuristic.
Iceland – Like another planet.
Bosnia & Herzegovina – Low prices, understated and unlike what you imagine.
Czechia – Prague.
Sweden – Stockholm.
Why I Blog
It’s simple: I crave the extraordinary and the unfamiliar, and I’m on a mission to document every incredible moment.
Armed with stunning visuals and captivating stories, I want to light that wanderlust fire within you.
So, let’s explore the world through my lens, and I’ll show you just how amazing this planet can be.
Love,
SSW