Our Story & Philosophy

Redefining the Narrative of Modern Travel

Founded in 2025, 111111 was born out of a desire to move away from fast-paced tourism and return to meaningful, immersive exploration. We view travel not as a checklist, but as an art form.

Minimalist Design, Atmospheric Journalism

Every issue and digital feature published by 111111 is meticulously crafted. We partner with local photographers, cultural historians, and sustainable hospitality creators to deliver authentic perspectives.

We believe in generous space, calm color palettes, and deep-dive longform features that inspire travelers to tread lightly, respect indigenous heritages, and discover quiet luxury.

100%Independent Media
50+Global Contributors
Travel journal photographer taking photos on a cliff
Voices Behind 111111

Editorial & Advisory Team

Elena Rostova Editor in Chief

Elena Rostova

Editor in Chief

Former architectural journalist with over 12 years spent documenting alpine and Mediterranean heritage destinations.

Marcus Vance Senior Photojournalist

Marcus Vance

Senior Photojournalist

Specializing in raw wilderness landscape photography and remote cultural documentation across Asia and South America.

Sophia Lin Gastronomy Columnist

Sophia Lin

Gastronomy Columnist

Culinary anthropologist exploring age-old cooking techniques, fermentation traditions, and local foodways globally.