I feel like the more I travel the more I grow as a person... -Marijus Kuokstis
Ben Ashby
“I feel like the more I travel the more I grow as a person” is my biggest take away after learning a bit more about Marijus and his travels. He’s a down to earth photographer who just so happens to have one of my favorite pictures ever, one that I have titled ‘the 0’ -hope he’s okay with that haha. scroll through some of his pictures and read about some of his travels below!
Why do you adventure? Adventures give me the feeling of living. We all want to do many things, be in many places, meet so many people, going through on an adventure helps me do these things which makes me happy.
Why take risks in life? You can't get anywhere in life without taking risks, you only do good when you are taking risks and pushing your boundaries.
Where are you from? Siauliai, Lithuania.
When you were growing up what or who did you want to be? Full-time filmmaker/photographer.
Favorite place you've visited? The Austrian Alps.
Place you most desperately want to visit? Machu Picchu, Peru.
What is the single greatest moment of human humanity you've experienced while traveling? Visiting Phuket Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand, it was a pleasure to meet such good people who are taking care of elephants who have suffered from working long hours in the logging and tourism industry.
What has changed about you because of your travels? I feel like the more I travel the more I grow as a person, being in a new environment lets me appreciate the little things that make life so exciting and memories so unforgettable.
If you could travel with one person in history or in present who would it be and why? Probably, Christopher McCandless - his story was told in an amazing movie 'into the Wild' he probably was a cool guy.
Must-haves for travel? Comfortable shoes and a camera of course to capture these moments.
Give us some travel tips: First off, rise early. Going out before sunrise will let you see and experience a place in a completely different and unique way. Don't be afraid to travel alone, you'll learn a lot about yourself.
Based on your travels what is the single most needed improvement for humanity to be stronger? Always be kind and helpful.
What would you say to someone who has never traveled before? Start with exploring places around you, sometimes you'll be surprised how many beautiful locations are just around the corner.
What would you say to someone who has never traveled before? Don't think, just do it, you'll see the world in all different colors.
What is the single greatest lesson you've learned from someone that is different than you?
The more you learn to adapt the more you will feel your similarity with them.
When did you feel you were most out of your comfort zone. What did you learn from that lesson?I remember my first trip to USA, I went there as a student with work and travel program and being from a small country like Lithuania and barely speaking English was a challenge for me, but at the end of the day I spent there 4 months, met amazing people, improved my English and had one of the best summers in my life.
What would you say to your former self? Be patient and never stop wandering.
What gives you hope? Sunrise and sunset
Where to next? Austria
Is flannel always in season? Flannel is always a good choice.
You can follow more of Mica’s adventures on his Instagram and Youtube
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