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Hey I’m Jon! I help travelers discover bucket list experiences & share the exact tips to make them happen.

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Discover What Other Travel Blogs Don’t Talk About

🌎 I’m not just a budget traveler. I’m not just luxury either. Over the last 8 years of running Global Viewpoint, I’ve realized my role isn’t to fit into a narrow box…it’s to fill a gap.

I create travel content that solves real problems. Not just “best of” lists for the obvious places, but curated guides for the underrepresented: unique restaurants in overlooked cities, air travel hacks nobody’s heard of, and emerging destinations that most travel blogs haven’t touched.

My focus is simple: serve the parts of the travel experience that the internet hasn’t done justice to. I spot content gaps, ask what travelers are still searching for, and build resources that actually help.

What Makes My Content Different

I’m not just here to show you pretty places. I’m here to change the way you travel.

There’s a lot of travel content out there that looks good but doesn’t do much…vague lists, outdated info, or surface-level fluff that barely scratches the surface. That’s not what I’m about.

With every blog post I write, my goal is simple:
👉 Give you real, specific, experience-backed advice that saves you time, money, and travel headaches.

I’ve spent years building Global Viewpoint into a resource people can trust. That means:

  • Sharing insider tips you won’t find on TripAdvisor or generic blogs
  • Highlighting hidden gems and underrated destinations that deserve more attention
  • Giving honest, firsthand recommendations to save you time and money
  • Providing exact costs, booking tips, and timing advice so your trip runs smoother
  • Offering unique angles (like what to do at night in outdoor towns, or where to eat in secondary cities) that fill the content gaps online

Over the past 8 years, I’ve visited 70+ countries and tested hundreds of travel hacks, stays, and itineraries…so you don’t have to. If you’re looking for both inspiration and execution, this blog was built for you.

What You’ll Find Here

My Global Viewpoint is your go-to resource for discovering new destinations, saving time and money, and making every trip deeply meaningful. Here are some of the topics I cover:

  • ✈️ Air Travel Hacks – Tips airlines don’t advertise
  • 🏕️ Unique Stays – Domes, cabins, treehouses, off-the-grid gems
  • 🚗 Road Trip Itineraries – Scenic drives and hidden stops
  • 🍜 Unique Foodie Finds – Where to eat beyond the tourist traps
  • 🌄 Transformational Experiences – Retreats & wellness getaways

Join me as I share adventures from 70 countries, packed with travel tips, guides, reviews, and insider knowledge. Plus, I have an amazing team that helps keep things fresh, updated, and genuinely useful.

📚 Ready to go deeper? My premium travel guides are packed with curated recommendations to help you travel smarter, avoid the fluff, and discover what others miss.

🧘‍♂️ Travel isn’t just about checking places off. I’ve attended 20+ transformational retreats around the world, and I believe the right trip can shift how you think, feel, and live. If you’re curious about wellness travel, self-discovery, or just want a trip that feels more aligned, I’d love to help! Subscribe to my newsletter and let’s connect.

TRANSFORMATIONAL TRAVEL

TRAVELING WITH YOUR TRIBE

ROAD TRIP IDEAS

SELF DISCOVERY & PERSONAL GROWTH

BEST OF EUROPE ARTICLES

TRAVEL GUIDES & ITINERARIES

TRAVEL TIPS

TRAVEL BLOGGING

UNIQUE STAYS

MORE DESTINATIONS FROM MY TRAVEL BLOG

Featured on the Boston Globe, Boston Magazine, Matador Network, Complex, Kayak, etc.

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Hey guys! Just a heads up…

Some of the links in my travel content are affiliate links. This means if you purchase a product or service I recommend, I earn a small commission.

These affiliates don’t cost you anything extra and help keep my travel site running. I promise to only endorse products or services that I genuinely find valuable and use myself. Read my disclosure & privacy policy for more information. Thanks for your support!

Jon Miksis

About Jon Miksis

Award-winning Travel Writer • Founder of Global Viewpoint • 70+ countries visited • 10 Million+ readers

Since 2017, I’ve traveled 3–6 months a year, sharing detailed guides that have helped over 10 million readers travel smarter, deeper, and better. My work blends firsthand experiences — from U.S. road trips and cold-plunge cabins to Michelin-starred dining and business-class flights — with honest, independent reviews.

I’ve been hired by leading tourism boards in 7 countries across Europe, North America, and South America, as well as international travel brands. My travel tips and insights have been featured in Forbes, HuffPost, Yahoo Travel, and The Boston Globe. I’ve personally reviewed 500+ hotels, retreats, and flight experiences — and I never recommend a place I wouldn’t return to myself.

I also save $5–10K per year on airfare using flight tools and 10+ travel credit cards, and I’ve invested over $100K into personal development through transformational retreats and coaching since 2021.

When I’m not road-tripping across the Northeast or writing guides for Global Viewpoint, you’ll find me cold plunging in local lakes, sipping espresso in quiet cafes in Vienna, or chasing fall foliage across New England. I split my time between exploring the world and soaking up life in Boston, my lifelong home base. Some of my favorite places I keep going back to? Switzerland, Spain, Iceland, Italy, Greece, the Faroe Islands, Guatemala, California, Montana, Vermont, and coastal Maine in autumn.

See my latest adventures on Instagram and TikTok.

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