This isn’t just fried chicken.
It’s Sichuan-glazed, miso-brined, perfectly chaotic fried chicken—with pickles that bite back and a watermelon sour that tastes like summer in a glass. 🍗🍉🔥

Chick ‘n’ Sours in London delivers big flavor without taking itself too seriously.
Loud music. Sharp cocktails. Staff that actually gets it.

💡Be a pro: Get one of their amazing sandwiches. Grab a booth. Pretend you`re only staying for one round - stay for four.

Wonder less. Wander more.
For more spots with serious flavor - link in bio.

#UponReturn #ChickNSours #LondonEats #ReturnWorthy #FriedButMakeItFashion #FoodWithSoul

Before it was medals and opening ceremonies, it was naked men wrestling in honor of Zeus. (History’s wild.)

The Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland delivers the drama—original gear, torches from every year, and interactive exhibits that might have you plotting your fencing comeback.

🎟️ Pro tip: Go early, then walk the lake to process your emotions. Or your guilt.

Wonder less. Wander more.
For more spots like this—link in bio.

#UponReturn #OlympicMuseum #Lausanne #ReturnWithStories #Switzerland

Not every restaurant tells a story.
@yakuperuvianrestaurant does it all — with every plate. 🇵🇪

In Cusco’s historic center, this modern Peruvian spot reinvents native ingredients with creativity and care.
Trout ceviche with avocado and quinoa. Alpaca steak with Andean herbs. Corn soufflé with wild mushrooms.

Nothing here feels showy. Just thoughtful. Beautiful. Rooted.

We recommend it for travelers hungry for more than a meal.

Wonder less. Wander more.
#ReturnWithStories #CuscoEats #YakuRestaurant #PeruvianCuisine #UponReturn

There are hotels that make you cancel your other plans immediately.

@hotelesencia is one of a kind. A former duchess’s retreat turned barefoot-luxury hideaway on Mexico’s Caribbean coast 🇲🇽.

Only 80 guests. Poolside quiet that makes you forget the beach is right there. A gym and spa that detox you from the good life.
And service so seamless, it’s like having a butler in your pocket.

Wonder less. Wander more.
#ReturnWithStories #HotelEsencia #QuintanaRoo #DesignHotels #UponReturn

A good cocktail tells you where you are — and a little about how that place lives. 🌍🍸

🇮🇹 In Italy, the spritz was born in Venice — a light, bubbly aperitivo made for golden hour conversations.
🇲🇽 In Mexico, mezcal has centuries of tradition — smoky, earthy, and meant to be respected.
🇵🇪 In Peru, pisco sours are the national pride — tart, frothy, and always freshly shaken.
🇫🇷 In France, the kir royale whispers elegance — crème de cassis and Champagne, quietly luxurious.

One drink. A thousand stories.

Check our favorite bars in each city — curated in the Upon Return guide.
Subscribe now. Link in bio.

Wonder less. Wander more.
#CocktailsOfTheWorld #ReturnWithStories #DrinkWithPurpose #UponReturn

Planning a trip? ✈️ Here are 3 common mistakes we see — and how to avoid them:

❌ Over-scheduling every day
❌ Prioritizing “must-sees” over “want-to-feel” moments
❌ Skipping the local rhythm (yes, siestas are real)

The best trips leave space — for detours, downtime, and moments you didn’t plan but won’t forget.

We do the research so you don’t have to. Our guide gives you curated picks, real local insight, and time-saving advice that makes every day feel effortless.

P.S. 3 “want-to-feel” recommendations:
🌿 Borgo Santo Pietro – Tuscany, Italy
🍷Somni – Los Angeles, USA
🏔️ Schloss Elmau – Bavaria, Germany

Check those out — and plenty more. Link in bio.
Wonder less. Wander more.
#ReturnWithStories #UponReturn #TravelTips #SlowTravel

🇯🇵 Japan is turning pink. 🌸 Cherry blossom season has arrived. Locals spread out blankets, unpack bento boxes, and take the day off to sit under a tree. Sakura season is brief. It’s what makes it great—and mildly stressful. Miss it by a week? Too bad. Try again next year.

To celebrate - here’s a haiku. It`s not good, but we tried our best:

Pollen in the air
Romance, sneezing, and sake
Spring is dramatic

Think you can do worse (or better)? Drop yours in the comments. We’ll pretend not to judge.

Wonder less. Wander more.
#JapanTravel #SakuraSeason #ReturnWithStories #Hanami #UponReturn

🎨 Den Haag may be known for diplomacy — but tucked inside the @mauritshuis_museum is one of the most quietly powerful portraits in the world.

Girl with a Pearl Earring by Johannes Vermeer (c. 1665) draws thousands each year — and still, the moment you meet her feels personal. One room. One spotlight. One gaze that holds your attention, 350 years later.

It’s not loud or showy. But it stays with you. Exactly the kind of moment we look for.

Swipe left to see her — and if you ever get the chance, go.
Wonder less. Wander more.

#ReturnWithStories #TheHague #DutchMasters #ArtHistory #UponReturn

It’s called @questioncaferw.
And yes — it raises a few.

☕ How is the coffee this good?
☕ Why don’t more places grow, roast, and serve their own beans?
☕ Can a café be a philosophy?

A women’s collective runs every step — from farm to cup.
The answer to whether you should go? That one’s easy.

Wonder less. Wander more.
#ReturnWithStories #Kigali #QuestionCafe #CoffeeWithPurpose #UponReturn