Expert Travel Tips From a Boston Globe-Trotter

Take advice from this travel expert—from favorite places to bucket-list destinations, he’s sure to put your wanderlust in tune.

In 2017, Wakefield local Jon Miksis started blogging as a hobby. “During that time, I worked nights and weekends building my online presence and finding ways to maximize my three weeks of vacation time per year,” he says. Now, Miksis has over 60,000 followers on Instagram under the name @ global.viewpoint. Th ere, he’s covered an abundance of tips on how to travel in a smart, deep and more meaningful way, all while posting wanderlust-inducing images of over 50 countries. He adds “For me, traveling is all about learning, growing, exploring and opening my mind and heart to the world around me.” With this in mind, we chatted with Miksis about his bucket-list destination recommendations and the most underrated adventure he’s experienced yet.
One day, followers will watch as Miksis sees the Egyptian pyramids—checking off another bucket-list destination.

BUCKET-LIST DESTINATIONS

EGYPTIAN PYRAMIDS
THE AMERICAN SOUTHWEST (BRYCE, ZION, THE GRAND CANYON, MONUMENT VALLEY, HORSESHOE BEND, ETC.)
COSTA RICA
THE ALPS
PATAGONIA
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK IN TANZANIA
THE TAJ MAHAL
HIMALAYAS IN NEPAL

Iceland has been one of his favorite trips thanks to the beautiful scenery of the area

MIKSIS’ FAVORITE PLACES

Switzerland
“From turquoise rivers and lakes to dramatic snow-capped mountains, the Swiss Alps will forever have a special place in my heart.”

Iceland
“With its unspoiled nature and otherworldly landscapes, Iceland never ceases to amaze me. Just a short drive around the island brings you past glaciers, volcanoes, hot springs, waterfalls, mountains, fjords, black sand beaches and so much more. In the summer, the sun never sets, and in the winter, the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) puts on a spectacular light show that sends shivers down my spine. I’ve been to Iceland five times, and I can’t seem to stop coming back for more.”