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nontourist was born out of the mission to connect young travelers with special cultural experiences worldwide. If you want to walk the line between tourist and purist, eating, exploring, and meeting new people, this is the place for you. This website is a world of its own and we hope you enjoy exploring it.
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Hi, I’m Owen.
I’ve always been fascinated by cultures—both near and far. Growing up, I had a wide range of interests and never quite fit into just one group, which might explain why I feel most at home while traveling.
Over the years, my curiosity has taken me to bustling cities like Hong Kong, Mexico City, London, and New York City (where I now live), as well as quieter corners of the world like rural Tuscany, the Swiss Alps, and the jungles of Thailand and Hawaii.
I travel to connect—with people, places, and the beauty of everyday life in unfamiliar settings. Some of my favorite destinations include Stresa, Italy, where the hikes and lake views are unforgettable, and Budapest, Hungary, a vibrant cultural crossroads and my ancestral homeland.
Through this site, I’m excited to share the places, experiences, and discoveries that have inspired me—so you can craft memorable adventures of your own.
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