A couple sharing a kiss at sunset outdoors with palm trees and string lights with red paper lanterns.

WBILI Media Kit

“Our deepest goal is to highlight the depth of beauty & growth that can be found by travelling.”

Who We Are

A woman and a man are sitting on a bench on a city sidewalk, having a conversation. There are two bicycles parked nearby, one with a child seat, and the other with a basket. Buildings and street signs are visible in the background.

Weird, But I Like It is a travel content brand by Darren and Tanzinne, a South African couple living in China. Through creative storytelling, engaging visuals, and a deep curiosity for the world, we aim to inspire audiences globally to travel deeper and more mindfully.

We create dynamic, authentic content across platforms—from YouTube and Instagram to Threads and WeChat—offering travel inspiration, photography, and creative lifestyle media.

  • A cozy hotel lobby with large glass windows revealing a lush outdoor bamboo garden. The interior features beige armchairs and a glass coffee table, with potted plants adding greenery to the space.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

  • Blue and white porcelain vase with intricate dragon and floral patterns placed on a wooden surface in a room with framed artwork and decor in the background.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

  • Interior of a building with a yellow-tinted glass wall, a luggage cart with a red seat cushion, and a doorway leading to a bright room with a white armchair and artwork on the wall.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

  • Sunlit hotel lobby with beige sofa, yellow glass-top tables, and a large window with bamboo outside. Two orange pillows with white text and logo, and a vase with red flowers on one of the tables.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

  • Front desk with an iMac computer, framed leaf art, and various office items, lit with green backlit leaves artwork on the wall behind.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

  • Several plaques on a textured beige wall, one with Chinese and English text, a QR code, and a logo above, with a green hedge in the foreground.

    Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel, Shanghai

WHAT WE DO

  • 📽️ Long-Form Video & Vlogs (YouTube)

  • 🎥 Short-form Video & Reels (YouTube Shorts, TikTok & Instagram Reels)

  • 📸 Professional Travel & Lifestyle Photography

  • 🧳 Hotel & Experience Reviews

  • 🖋️ Visual Storytelling for Brands

OUR AUDIENCE

  • 🌏 Travel lovers , Vegans & Sustainable travel Enthusiasts

  • 📱 Engaged, bilingual followers on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, WeChat, Douyin & Rednote (XiaoHongShu)

  • ✈️ Passionate about food, fashion, design, hidden gems & sustainable travel

Brands We’ve Had the Honour of Working With

We've created compelling visual stories—from product and destination promotions to service showcases—distributed across platforms in both English and Chinese. Our collaborations extend to event participation and organizing engaging photo walks & meetups.

Canon China

Wuxi TV

Indy Today

Jinjiang Hotels

Wuxi Tourism Bureau

Bon App

Moyo Studio

China Daily

EperMarket & Eperkitchen

Lishui Culture & Tourism Bureau

Turtle Head Park

  • Traditional Chinese-style wooden door with decorative lion head knockers, red banners, and lanterns, surrounded by green foliage.

    Wuxi TV & 随园小居

  • A chef dressed in a white uniform and tall chef hat, wearing glasses, focusing downwards, with Asian-inspired wooden decor in the background.

    Wuxi TV & 随园小居

  • A chef in a white uniform and tall hat preparing ingredients at a table with bowls, sauces, and condiments in a restaurant setting.

    Wuxi TV & 随园小居

  • Person serving food at a table with a red ceramic jar and multiple white bowls.

    Wuxi TV & 随园小居

  • Black and white photo of a traditional Chinese door with lion-head door knockers, surrounded by Chinese calligraphy and wooden carvings, with a lantern hanging beside the door.

    Wuxi TV & 随园小居

  • A black-and-white photo of children sitting on a scooter in front of a street market stall with fruit and vegetables, with adults working behind the stall and buildings in the background.

    Wuxi TV & Rongxiang Community Market

  • Black and white photo of a woman working at a food stall, arranging or preparing items in bowls or baskets. She wears an apron and a long-sleeved shirt, and is focused on her task. Inside the stall, there are hanging lights and various items. Another person is visible in the background, also working.

    Wuxi TV & Rongxiang Community Market

  • A marketplace with vendors along both sides, people shopping and walking, and a bright opening at the end of the walkway.

    Wuxi TV & Rongxiang Community Market

WHY US?

Darren is a professional photographer, writer & poet with a unique view of the world. His visual style is authentic, intimate, and designed to stand out in saturated feeds. His poetry & writing has been featured online in sundry writing communities & publications as well as local newspapers.

His photography & writing showcases your brand across:

  • 📲 His personal social platforms

  • 📸 Photography groups on WeChat and RED (小红书)

  • 🎬 Our YouTube videos & Social Media posts

Tanzinne is a internationally exhibited visual artist & well-regarded chef, having served High profile figures such as Former South African President & Nobel Peace Prize winner, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, Pop superstar Mariah Carey and many other notable heads of state & influential personalities within South Africa. She has been the Executive Chef at renowned 5 star establishments such as Isango Gate Boutique Hotel, Pumba Private Game Reserve, Paperbark Game Lodge, Radisson Hotel & The Beach hotel.

We are growing a community both internationally and here in China, where we live and work full time.

A person in a raincoat on a boat in a body of water, surrounded by floating bottles, with a city skyline and hills in the background.

While our social media audience is still relatively small, we're growing steadily. On YouTube, we've garnered over 35,000 views in our first eight months, alongside a steadily growing following on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok, as well as over 1,000 followers on Chinese Social Media Platforms.

We approach our content with honesty and authenticity, prioritizing genuine connections with the brands we partner with and promote over just numbers.

We believe this focus on true engagement fosters more impactful and meaningful collaborations.

Our Socials

Promotional Video for Wuxi TV, Rongxiang Community Market & 随园小居

This is a short Video we collaborated on for a promotional TV & social media based campaign, promoting the local culture & cuisine of the Rongxiang district within the Wuxi Metropolitan area.

Epermarket, Eperselect & Eperkitchen

We created recipes, content & professional product flatlays for the international import online grocer & food hub. We also represented them as ambassadors helping market their products & services.

A man in a floral shirt grilling sausages and burgers on a barbecue in a backyard.
A plate of Middle Eastern food with falafel, hummus, fresh vegetables, and lemon wedges, surrounded by lemons, avocados, and a red bell pepper.
Skewers of grilled vegetables and meats on a barbecue grill, including bell peppers, zucchini, onions, and pieces of marinated chicken or beef.
Person grilling sausages and chicken drumsticks on a barbecue grill outdoors, using tongs to handle the food. The person is wearing a floral shirt and yellow shorts.
Red SUV with open trunk filled with groceries and a backpack parked in a neighborhood.
A plate of pancakes with cinnamon roll swirl topping, lemon wedges, strawberries, and cereal pieces; a bowl of mixed strawberries and blueberries; a bottle of Lakanto maple flavored syrup in the background.
Plate with layered dessert topped with chocolate drizzle, served with cherries and dark berries on a pink sauce, on a white dish.
A bowl containing falafel, hummus, fresh vegetables like tomato, avocado, lemon wedges, and a lemon, with a colorful background and the text "Vegan Low Carb" at the top and "Falafel & Hummus" at the bottom.
Text overlay listing ingredients for falafel, including cauliflower, broccoli, almonds, cumin, cilantro, garlic, almond flour, flax eggs, and seasonings, on a colorful abstract background.
A variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, and Mediterranean dishes including falafel, hummus, sliced tomatoes, red onion, lime wedges, and avocados. Two cups of beverages, possibly white and green drinks, are also visible.
Colorful abstract painted background with an overlay of a recipe for hummus, including steps for preparing cauliflower and garlic, blending ingredients, and serving with vegetables.
Colorful, abstract painted background with a recipe for falafel, including steps for preparation such as blending rice cauliflower, grinding almonds, making flax eggs, and cooking methods like air frying or baking.
Colorful abstract background with the word "INGREDIENTS" in large yellow font and a recipe for hummus written in white and dark blue text on a semi-transparent yellow overlay.
A green reusable shopping bag hanging from a tree branch in an outdoor setting, with grass and some fallen pink flowers on the ground, advertising an online supermarket for expats with website and QR code.
A colorful picnic spread on a bright, rainbow-colored quilt, featuring various containers of food such as sushi rolls, salads, sliced vegetables, and fruits, along with drinks and condiments.
Assorted fresh fruits including strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and strawberries on a colorful tablecloth.
A colorful picnic tablecloth with various containers of food including sushi rolls, lemon wedges, grilled chicken, hummus, olives, bread slices, and dips, set up for an outdoor meal.
Sushi rolls with vegetables on a white plate, accompanied by sliced cucumber and red bell pepper, soy sauce, and wasabi.
A slice of bread topped with a spread of pâté, a sun-dried tomato, and a cilantro leaf on a white plate with olive oil drizzled around.
A piece of bread topped with liver pâté, garnished with a cherry tomato and a cilantro leaf, on a white plate with olive oil around it, with jars of liver pâté and sun-dried tomatoes nearby, placed on a woven tablecloth.
A breakfast scene with various foods and beverages: sliced pound cake, whipped cream, a jar of jam, a plate with an open sandwich topped with meat and a cherry tomato, a bowl of fresh red and green peppers and limes, a carton of peppermint herbal tea
Breakfast spread with sliced bread, cream cheese, jam, coffee, tea, and avocados on a table.
A dish with falafel, hummus, and fresh vegetables served with lemon wedges, surrounded by red bell peppers, lemons, avocados, and two small bowls of purple pickled cabbage.
A plate of Mediterranean food with hummus, falafel, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, lemons, and pickled red cabbage, along with a white pitcher of yogurt sauce, a white cup of green tea, and a white mug of lassi on a dark table.
A bowl with falafel, lemon wedges, and fresh vegetables including avocado, red bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, with a side of creamy hummus.
Slice of pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream on a decorative plate, with orange slices and cinnamon sticks nearby.
A cup of coffee with frothy milk art, a bag of Yunnan Lahu Arabica coffee beans, and a vintage coffee grinder, on a green tray.
A tray of assorted Mexican food including a large vegetable quesadilla, guacamole with lemon slices, avocado, lime, and various colorful peppers, along with a bottle of sriracha sauce, a yellow bell pepper, a red bell pepper, and avocados, with a clo
A meal with a large slice of layered vegetable and bean casserole, avocados, limes, yellow and red bell peppers, guacamole, hot sauce, and a bag from a grocery store on a dark surface.
A table with a lit red candle, a halved orange, two mason jar glasses with dark beverages and cinnamon sticks, a green packet, a bottle, and various food packages.
Two glass jars filled with dark liquid, lemon slices, and cinnamon sticks, with a lit candle in the background.
Two mason jars with cinnamon sticks and dried chili peppers, a halved orange, and a lit red candle with candles reflect in the glass jars, on a green tray with a package, a bottle, and cinnamon sticks in the background.
Two mason jars filled with mulled wine garnished with orange slices, a lemon half, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and vanilla bean on a green wooden tray, with a bottle of wine, a paper bag, and a spoon in the background.

Travel Visuals

Darren has a deep passion for photography, particularly film photography, a method that truly honors the moment and lends a strong sense of authenticity and emotion to our experiences. With every shot, we endeavor to capture something more than just an image – we aim to seize the true feelings and essence of the places we visit.

Sunset over a coastal area with boats anchored in the water, silhouetted hills with a pagoda and a statue on a hilltop, and a city skyline in the distance under colorful sky with pink, purple, and blue hues. Lady Buddha, Da Nang, Vietnam
Entrance gate of a colorful Asian temple with detailed architectural designs, golden roofs, and decorative murals, with trees and streetlights on sides, mountains in background, and a truck parked in front. Da Nang, Vietnam
Aerial view of a lake surrounded by lush green hills and mountains with a small boat sailing across the water, under a clear blue sky. West Lake, Hangzhou, China
Street scene in Tokyo, Japan, with Tokyo Tower visible in the background, cars on the road, tall buildings on either side, and a person wearing a hat and glasses in the foreground.
A city street with tall modern buildings, pedestrians, and vehicles, with a red and white tower in the background under a partly cloudy sky. Roppongi Hills, Tokyo, Japan
Aerial view of a person in a small boat surrounded by several larger boats on calm turquoise water with visible shadows of sharks. Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Aerial view of a harbor filled with numerous colorful boats on turquoise water, with a modern architectural structure and hilly landscape in the background. Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Two women are cooking indoors, one stirring or rolling food on a table and the other standing nearby, with sunlight streaming in through an open doorway behind them.
A boat floating on the ocean near a sandy beach with rocks, with water splashing as waves hit the rocks, under a clear sky. Da Nang, Vietnam
Black and white photo of an eagle soaring in the sky with wings spread open.
A group of businesspeople walking on a city sidewalk in Japan. They are dressed in formal and business casual attire, with some carrying bags and phones, passing through a busy urban area with tall buildings.
Silhouette of a city skyline with boats on the water during sunset, featuring a pagoda and a tall statue on a hill against a colorful sky. Lady Buddha, Da Nang, Vietnam
A person shopping in a toy store, browsing the shelves filled with toys and games, with signage indicating sections for 'Spice Generation' and 'Toys - Cares'.
A busy city intersection filled with pedestrians crossing the street, surrounded by tall buildings with colorful advertising signs, trees, and buses.
A calm ocean scene with a small blue boat in the distance, rocks near the shore, and gentle waves on sandy beach. Da Nang, Vietnam
A row of rental bicycles parked on a sidewalk with a small electric vehicle nearby, set against a backdrop of trees, a building with a tile roof, and mountains, in a sunny outdoor setting.
Thatched-roof hut with a sign that reads "Viet Hai," surrounded by bicycles and potted plants, with a mountain backdrop.
A thatched-roof hut built on stilts over a body of water with a small boat tied underneath. In the background, lush green mountains and a cloudy sky are visible.
Multiple colorful kayaks are lined up on a dock by a body of water with a large cliff and green vegetation in the background.
A beach scene with a large limestone cliff on the left, a sandy shore, and calm water. Several people are relaxing and swimming, and a boat is visible in the distance.
A beach scene with several people swimming and relaxing near the shoreline, surrounded by tall limestone cliffs, with a boat floating on the water.
Onboard view of a cruise ship named Calisa Cruises with passengers relaxing on the deck, some sunbathing and one person standing at the captain's window.
View of a body of water with rocky, forested islands and cliffs in the distance, taken from a boat with a white railing and a beige seat in the foreground.
A tall, isolated limestone rock formation standing in the water near a lush, green, forested shoreline with mountains in the background.
Low-angle view of a modern glass skyscraper against a cloudy sky.
People walking on a bridge with large stone sculptures in the background.
View from inside a room looking out through open sliding glass doors at a tropical scene with a palm tree, ocean, and blue sky.
Exterior of a Japanese ramen restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan, with illuminated paper lanterns hanging outside, a wooden bench in front, and two people inside dining through a glass window at night.
A busy underground shopping street in Fukuoka, Japan, illuminated by warm yellow lighting with numerous signs and stores, including Starbucks Coffee, and people walking in both directions.
Nighttime view of a Japanese restaurant in Fukuoka, Japan, with warm yellow lighting, promotional banners outside, bicycles parked nearby, and a person standing on the sidewalk.
A person standing on a small boat with various items, on a large body of water with rocky islands and cliffs in the background, during daytime.
Photo of a body of water with tree-covered islands and mountains in the background, under a sky with scattered clouds at sunset.
A vintage blue car displayed inside a small enclosed space with a small fence in front, part of a museum or exhibit, with framed pictures and informational plaques on the wall behind it.
Close-up of an ancient brick temple tower with intricate carvings against a blue sky.
A colorful train with blue, yellow, and red stripes parked on tracks. Two people, a woman and a young boy, are standing beside it, smiling and looking at a phone. The train has three windows, showing reflections and the interior with passengers.