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Welcome to Postcards from Dan – a travel and photography journey

If you’ve landed here, you’re probably passionate about travel, photography, and discovering new destinations— just like me! Whether you found this blog through social media, SEO magic or a recommendation, I’m thrilled you’re here.

Who Am I?

I’m Dan Deacon (no, not that one – but yes, I have met him!), a travel enthusiast, photographer and storyteller from the UK. I created Postcards from Dan in 2017 when I set off on a six-week adventure across Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia. That trip sparked my passion for capturing the world through photography and sharing those moments with others.

At the time, I was living in Seoul, South Korea, working as an assistant professor at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. I had been posting travel snaps on Instagram since 2011, but I wanted a dedicated space to share travel stories, photography tips and destination guides — and that’s how this blog was born.

Why “Postcards from Dan”?

Growing up, I loved receiving postcards from family and friends travelling the world. Whenever I travelled, I made a point of sending postcards home, sending a snapshot of my journey. But on my long trips, it wasn’t always easy to find the time (or the post office!). That’s when I realised I could share my travels in a different way – through digital postcards filled with stunning photography, travel advice and cultural insights.

My Travel and Photography Journey

In 2017, I made a big decision — I left South Korea, where I had lived on and off since 2004, and began a slow journey back to the UK. Over eight months, I travelled through 26 countries, taking thousands of photos along the way. I loved having the time to share my travel experiences, photography insights and useful tips with a wider audience. I’m now based in the UK, and have continued to travel around Europe and back to Asia, and have set foot in 51 countries in total.

While I don’t claim to be a professional photographer, I love capturing landscapes, cityscapes, street photography and food photography as I explore. Sometimes I shoot in automatic mode, sometimes in manual, and I’m still learning the art of photo editing and post-processing. But one thing’s for sure — I’m passionate about sharing the beauty of the world through my lens.

What You’ll Find on This Blog

Travel guides and itineraries – From hidden gems to must-visit landmarks across Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East.

Photography tips and gear reviews – Helping fellow travellers capture their best shots.

Food and culture experiences – Exploring local cuisines, street food, and authentic dining spots.

Video travel – Follow along on YouTube for more immersive travel experiences.

Let’s connect!

If you enjoy travel, photography and exploring the world, stick around! I’ll be sharing regular posts, so be sure to subscribe, follow me on Instagram @daniel_deacon and check out my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@postcardsfromdan, featuring walking tours from the UK, Türkiye, China, South Korea and Poland. I’m on TikTok too.

I’d love to hear about your travel experiences, favourite destinations and photography tips — so feel free to reach out, comment or drop me a message!

Safe travels, and happy shooting!

Dan