Here are some photos I took when I still had some time to travel... ;)

I found that sifting through old photos can be very relaxing and even somewhat therapeutic. I will do more as time permits. Hope you enjoy!

Bali

These plants growing through the cracks in a stone wall made me think how life is all about finding your niche. Find where your base and grow from there.

The people of Bali are incredibly hardworking, doing what they can to survive and prosper.

They get up at the break of dawn and work until the day ends. Inspiring.

Bali mixes the old with the new everywhere, always with a twist. Whatever I do, I want to replicate that authenticity - do things my own way.

These chairs were always empty. They symbolize resting, but everyone was too busy working or travelling.

Some pyramids are temporary, some last a little longer. Everything changes. Change is important.

These fish got so used to living humans that they rely us. It's a new kind of ecosystem.

Nothing is forever. No footsteps remained after a few hours.

But some things happen again and again. The waves made these ridges every day.

Every day these fishermen, so poor they didn't even have boats, worked harder than the rest. The smaller you are the harder you work.

The guys with the nets were catching much more than the rest. You need to work smarter, not harder.

Sometimes you have to go very deep to get a good catch. No risk, no reward.

It's all about contrast. This photo always reminds me you have to stand out.

She came every day to sit at the same spot.

Always carrying her heavy bags.

She showed me you can sell anything, even sea shells. You just need to find a buyer.

I loved how his bag became his hat. Sometimes your burden is helpful.

There was only one guy selling kites.

Beautiful, intricate, unique kites.

He made me think that if you want to stand out, find something unique.

Venice

When I turned the corner the dark, brownish red drew my attention. I knew then that that's the color I wanted for me. That's how Bruc Bond got its color.

Out of all the beautiful customes, the red ones stood out the most. They made me want to have red as my own more and more, and for Bruc Bond I drew inspiration from Venice.

Venice mixes water and earth in amazing ways. It's a marvel of human achievement.

I guess you can't have too many hats…

This demoinc mask reminds me of the dark past of Venice's carnival.

The carnival started out after the black plague, when doctors wore masks to protect themselves from the disease.

It looked like the dog had the most fun of all.

This pair with the dog displayed such a contrast that proved that not everything that looks scary is as it seems

She kept fanning herself, but I don't think that it was much help. Sometimes we try hard to do things that are really useless.

Black and gold should be the official colors of Venice.

The red highlights on this gold warrior angel once again showed me what an improtant color it is.

Those silver pearls stoof out like nothing else. Sometimes the smallest detail is the most important.

Without the feather, I wouldn't notice this man in the carnival crowds. It's just one detail, but one detail is all you need to stand out.

Venice really tries to remain true to its past, but you can't fight progress. These new light bulbs bring new life to Venice's old fixtures, just like fintech brings freshness to the old world of banking.

Old Venice would be quite sad without new lights.

This winged statue was the perfect place for the real winged dwellers of the skies.

During the carnival I noticed this stand selling masks. It almost broke the illusion, but sometimes you need to decide to believe.

The birds of Venice live with the people, feeding on our society.

These birds could survive without us, but is their life better with us around?

This little guy looked so tired. Maybe he had enough of the crowds?

The crowds swarmed the performers like paparazzi. Sometimes it's better to stand back to take in the big picture.

Gold shines hard, but on its own it's not enough. It means little without contrast.

I always enjoeyed the mixing of east and west.

I like this example of mixing Japan and Venice in particular.

I couldn't help but wonder if he could see through the mask. Does putting on too much of a show prevent you from seeing the real world?

It was a long day, I'm sure. Her eyes looked tired behind the mask.

After it was all done, Venice remained alone. Will it stand like this forever more?

I wonder, if the old Venitians could have our modern shoes, would they choose formal wear, or comfortable sneakers?

It always struck me odd when people left one window without bars. Security is important all around.

Vaduz

This little kid never strayed from his mother. But he will grow and learn that you have to strike out on your own.

Gold and red, money and power. Here I was already galloping ahead with Bruc Bond.

One of the most striking sunsets I have seen. Sometimes even I have to stop and wait and watch.

This little bird kept following me around. I had to wonder, was it watching me?

That placard in the middle, so small compared to the makesty of the mountain, stood out to me. It reminded me of the symbol of HSBC. I knew again that red was the right color for me.

I could barely see the hut, but against the backdrop it stood out. You don't need to be the mosy unique, but you have to stand out from your surroundings.

This field of yellow made me think of networks for some reason. An antire field connected for one purpose.

I can't fly yet, but this guy made me want to do it more than ever. He was so free.

Even among giants you can stand out if you're unique enough.

Liechtenstein is so small. You can see one border from the other. Maybe she was walking to make a cross-border payment? Or was it just a walk?

This big old cow seemed wiser than the rest. Something about her eyes called out to me.

I wonder, what was she hiding from? What did the sculptor mean?

Singapore

Singapore amazes me. It grows so fast. No wonder fintech companies are all trying to be there.

The lion of Singapore - what a tremendous symbol of strength for this small nation

Nothing shows growth more than this country's growth up towards the sky.

Another little bird that kept following me. I had to take a picture.

Sometimes you have to make do with what's available. Necessity is the mother of invention, as they say.

Some color can make the grayest surrounding shine.

Maybe the most beautiful sunset I have ever seen. It was worth it to stop and spend some time soaking it in.

Every time I see a stoplight I know that red was the right choice for Bruc Bond. It draws attention like nothing else.

Natur and human creation can go so well together. You just have to be creative.

It was a busy day, but this city always shines so bright I just had to stop and take it in.

These towers are hosting more and more fintech companies. It's a pleasure to see.

After a busy day of meetings, talking about Bruc Bond and fintech, about banking and cross-border payments, it is a joy to look over one of the most amazing cities in the world.

Green and concrete, the natural and man-made, old and new. Just like fintech, if you combine it the right way, it simply makes sense.

We all deserve a rest, and there are few better places than Singapore to relax.