Travel communities around the world are mourning the sudden demise of a famous travel influencer-cum-photographer based in Dubai, Anunay Sood, in Vegas at the mere age of 32. The early Thursday-morning statement via Instagram from the family confirmed the incident.

“It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of our dearly beloved Anunay Sood,” the family statement read. “We kindly ask for privacy while we navigate through this trying time.” The family has requested followers not to go to their residence, but to keep Anunay in their good thoughts and prayers.

The exact reason for his death is still under wraps.

Anunay, its declaration had it, was an influencer simply by virtue of his soft imagery accompanied with exhilarating travel narratives through which people felt that the beauty of the world was seen uniquely from his viewpoint with inspiration. From the last Instagram post of his, it seemed that just a couple of days before his untimely death, he was in the city with a tag from Las Vegas.

Hence, tributes began pouring from 1,2. Social media is full of fans and creators alike recalling Anunay as a generous and passionate storyteller whose adventures motivated millions to go travel. They said that, “He was a positive force of energy that lived life to the fullest.”

Anunay Sood’s odyssey, from documenting breathtaking landscapes to meeting people along the route of having adventures, has made an indelible mark on the travel and influencer community. Carrying on his legacy will be those memories he shared with his audience and the inspiration he gave his audience.

Rest in peace.