Travel: Instagram accounts that take you around the world

Natasha Gan

21 Jan 2015

updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:22

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@MURADOSMANN
When Murad Osmann's girlfriend grew tired of the Russian photographer always fumbling with his camera wherever they travel, she had no choice but to (literally) drag him by the hand. Little did they know that this was a start to a worldwide phenomenon tagged #FollowMeTo. From flying choppers across the iconic Hollywood sign, to the quaint little streets of Istanbul, this couple has been everywhere.
2/10
@BEAUTIFULDESTINATIONS
Standing as the world's largest travel influencer on Instagram, @BeautifulDestinations is a bible of submitted pictures from around the world. Be inspired with their unparalleled visual collection — from Cappadocia's hot air balloon parade to the tropic beauty of Bora Bora. You can also tag your travel pictures with #beautifuldestinations for a chance to be featured!
3/10
@PARISINFOURMONTHS
Carin Olsson left the life she knew in Stockholm to learn French in the capital for four months. Not long after realizing she couldn't shake off her love for Paris (we don't blame her), she is permanently residing there. Voila! what started as a short trip made her a writer/blogger and famous Instagrammer!
4/10
@THEBLONDEABROAD
Californian Kiersten of @THEBLONDEABROAD is a corporate finance banker turned travel blogger. Her Insta account engages you in the most personal way, with frequent appearances on her own account and random pictures of her life. After visiting around 40 countries so far, she has crossed off a lot of places from her bucket list. Perhaps it's your turn soon?
5/10
@SEAN_ENSCH_IMAGES
Another Californian to make it to the list: Sean Ensch. The landscape photographer currently walks the coasts of Norway, bringing us photographs that capture the majestic beauty of nature. He has stood on Utah's Zion National Park, and behind his "buddy" DJ Kaskade in Amsterdam. What's not to love about his array of clear, unobstructed scenic photographs?
6/10
@TUULAVINTAGE
If you are a keen traveller and a fashion-enthusiast, Sydney-sider Jessica Stein of @TUULAVINTAGE is the right person to follow on the gram. She has smelled the flowers of Hong Kong, graced the parks of Croatia and dipped in thermal pools of Turkey. And she's never out of style wherever she goes!
7/10
@WATTSABI
While other photographers focus on the fancy sights of the world, @WATTSABI sees the beauty in the quaint, nondescript features of the world. His Instagram feed is filled with random shots as well as panoramic captures. His subdued filter adds to the mysteriousness in his adventures.
8/10
@MATTBG
"I'm here for the likes" reads Matt Gee's Insta bio. He has a good sense of humour and with a reason too — his Instagram feed is adventurous and aesthetically pleasing. Judging by his captures, the photographer must have a fondness for water. That aside, he finds a balance between the energy in the busy big city life and the tranquility along the snowy slopes of Colorado hills.
9/10
@PASSIONPASSPORT
A compilation of photographers with a visual story to tell is @PASSIONPASSPORT. Aptly named, their Instagram feed shows how much you can see when armed with a passport and a passion to explore. They have weekly hashtag challenges, bringing you diverse pictures from all over the world. Their travel posts are sure to transport you to the hidden treasures of the world.
10/10
@DREWKELLY
Andrew Kelly's Instagram feed brings you something you have never seen before. The English teacher lives and works in Pyongyang, North Korea, with occasional travels. His experience is truly phenomenal and it's echoed in his unrivaled visual diary. How else are you going to see the other side of the world that seldom surfaces on social media?

Before your wanderlust consumes you, look at our pick of 10 globetrotting Instagram accounts which will allow you to vicariously enjoy the world while planning your next trip.

New York, Paris, Sao Paulo, Santorini, Venice… the list goes on. All we want to do is drop whatever we are doing, pack up and travel around the world. But if you’re not able to do that instantly, let Instagram temporarily quench your wanderlust. From the romantic winter in Paris, to the warmth of golden beaches in Bali, you will find your ideal destination amidst the beautiful shots taken by the avid travellers of Instagram.

If you fancy untampered natural beauty, then follow @sean_ensch_images and his picturesque adventures. If you are enthralled with the hustle and bustle of the sleepless New York, you’ll find @MattBg‘s account amusing. Each account on your favourite app invites you to see parts of the world like never before.

So take a peek at our selected 10 travel accounts to follow, while you plan your turn for a much needed getaway!

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