111111
Our Identity

Curating the Art of Meaningful Travel

111111 was founded as an independent visual publication dedicated to slow travel, architectural aesthetics, and authentic human connections.

Editorial Manifesto

Beyond Listicles & Mass Tourism

In an era of hyper-commercialized tourism and algorithmically generated guides, 111111 stands for deliberate, slow, and respectful travel storytelling.

We send writers and visual artists directly to destinations without sponsored itinerary obligations, ensuring every photo essay and hotel recommendation is genuinely curated and ethically evaluated.

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Countries Documented

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Independent Journalism

111111 Editorial Team
Our Contributors

Meet Our Senior Editors

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

Editor-in-Chief & Photojournalist

Former documentary photographer based in Milan, focusing on European architectural heritage and mountain sanctuaries.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Asian Dispatches Lead

Travel writer spent 12 years living in Kyoto and Bangkok, covering traditional craftsmanship and wilderness trails.

Sophia Thorne

Sophia Thorne

Gastronomy & Culture Editor

Culinary historian exploring regional food traditions, artisan wineries, and coastal seafood cultures worldwide.

Interested in Contributing?

We are always searching for talented writers, photographers, and local field guides with unique visual perspectives and authentic prose.

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