13 Countries and Counting… I’ve Seen 6% of the World — What’s Next in 2026?

Written By Jordan Basham

I’ve officially got the travel bug, and I don’t think there’s a cure.


Four continents. Thirteen countries. Six percent of the world checked off… and my passport is just getting warmed up.


Here’s where my wanderlust has taken me so far:

  • Japan 🇯🇵

  • France 🇫🇷

  • Germany 🇩🇪

  • Iceland 🇮🇸

  • Ireland 🇮🇪

  • Switzerland 🇨🇭

  • United Kingdom (England, Scotland) 🇬🇧

  • New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • Bahamas 🇧🇸

  • Canada 🇨🇦

  • Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

  • Mexico 🇲🇽

  • United States 🇺🇸

Every single trip has left me with stories, photos, and a piece of my heart in a new place. But if I had to pick favorites? Japan and Germany hold the crown — Japan for its jaw-dropping mix of ancient tradition and futuristic everything, and Germany for its cozy charm, history, and beer halls that feel straight out of a storybook.

So… what’s next?

2026 is shaping up to be a year of big adventures.

All I know is: I’m not slowing down. The world is too big, my bucket list is too long, and my carry-on is already packed in my head.

Where do you think I should geaux next?

Jordan Basham
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