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Been There – Sihanouk Ville

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This is the last Been There mug from Cambodia. Judging by other releases from this region, the Starbucks Been There Sihanouk Ville may be replaced soon by the Discovery mug.

Sihanoukville is Cambodia’s main coastal city, located along the Gulf of Thailand and known for its beaches, tropical islands, fishing communities, and growing waterfront skyline. Originally developed in the 1950s around Cambodia’s only deep-water port, the city has evolved into both a tourism destination and an important economic hub. The Starbucks mug design combines seaside scenery, local culture, wildlife, and regional landmarks to capture the atmosphere of Cambodia’s southern coast.… Read more

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Been There – Siem Reap

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Been There Siem Reap is a mug for one of Cambodia’s most visited destinations, best known as the gateway to the ancient temples of Angkor. Over the years, the city has grown from a quiet provincial town into a major cultural and tourism center while still maintaining strong ties to traditional Khmer heritage. The Starbucks mug design highlights many of the landmarks, street scenes, and cultural elements associated with Siem Reap, blending famous temple architecture with local markets, riverside scenery, and everyday life.… Read more

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Been There – Philippines Christmas 2025

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Just when I thought I had completed the full list of Starbucks Been There mugs, I discovered a couple of releases from the Philippines that had slipped through the cracks. Navigating the many editions from this country is already a challenge, which makes carefully documenting each release all the more rewarding.

The Starbucks Been There Philippines Christmas 2025 introduces a fresh color palette alongside the other versions of this mug. Even the packaging adopts a matching green tone, perfectly complementing the festive design.… Read more

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The brand new releases from Shanghai’s Starbucks Bearista Town store

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Starbucks has introduced a truly unique concept in Shanghai – an exclusive location that feels more like a museum, fully dedicated to the world of Bearistas. Celebrating the character’s 29-year journey, the space brings together hundreds of Bearistas from across different cities and regions, along with a curated collection of limited-edition merchandise. It is a playful and highly collectible-focused release that blends storytelling with design.

The merchandise collection – including the mug, ornament, stainless steel tumbler, and tote bag – stands out as one of the most refined interpretations of the Been There series so far.… Read more

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Been There – Goa

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It was almost impossible to find good pictures of the Been There Goa released for India’s smallest state. Big thanks to the our blog reader for providing these photos.

Goa, located on the western coast of India along the Arabian Sea, is known for its unique blend of Indian and Portuguese influences. A former Portuguese colony until 1961, the region developed a distinct architectural, cultural, and culinary identity. Today, Goa is famous for its beaches, festivals, and relaxed coastal atmosphere. The mug design brings together these defining elements into a vibrant snapshot of the state.… Read more

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Been There – Temuco

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Due to its scarcity, it was not easy to obtain photos of the recently released Been There Temuco mug. Many thanks to a friend of this blog for kindly providing them.

Temuco is a city in southern Chile known as a gateway to the Araucania region, an area rich in Mapuche heritage and dramatic natural landscapes. Founded in 1881 during the expansion of the Chilean frontier, the city developed as a commercial and cultural center surrounded by forests, rivers, and volcanoes.… Read more

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Been There – Phnom Penh

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It was not particularly easy to find pictures of the Been There Phnom Penh mug, likely due to its scarcity. I am lucky to have the ornament in my collection, which I reviewed here.

Phnom Penh is Cambodia’s capital city and cultural heart, with a history shaped by royal heritage, river trade, and resilience through centuries of change. Located at the meeting point of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers, the city has long been a center of political power and daily life.… Read more

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Been There – Goiânia

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Been There Goiânia mug is a fascinating piece that, it seems, was never officially released. According to the information available, Starbucks cancelled plans to open a store in Goiânia, Brazil, three years ago. Despite this, a mug had already been designed for the store’s launch, and some of these prototypes appear to have made their way into private collections. This is the only image of the mug that I was able to find.

Goiânia was founded in 1933 as a planned city to serve as the new capital of Goiás state, replacing the colonial town of Goiás.… Read more

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Been There – Perth

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Starbucks Been There Perth is probably the last mug from Australia released in this series, and I feel like a new collection will emerge in the Land Down Under very soon.

Perth emerged as Western Australia’s capital following the establishment of the Swan River settlement in 1829, a bold colonial venture shaped as much by ambition as by isolation. Unlike many Australian cities founded through penal systems, Perth began as a civilian settlement and later relied on transported convicts in the mid-19th century to build roads, ports, and public works.… Read more

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Been There – Malacca

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Since I could find good pictures of the Been There Malacca mug, I suggest you check out this post about the ornament for this Malaysian city that I have in my collection. In terms of the design, they are very similar.

Malacca, officially known as Melaka, is one of Malaysia’s most historically significant cities, shaped by centuries of maritime trade and cultural exchange. Founded in the early 15th century as a Malay sultanate, it rose quickly as a major port along the Strait of Malacca, drawing traders from China, India, the Middle East, and Europe.… Read more

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