We've become a pretty sad bunch when it comes to going on holiday. Photo / Instagram
We've become a pretty sad bunch when it comes to going on holiday. Photo / Instagram
When it comes to planning a holiday, there are a number of factors that come into play before choosing a destination.
Maybe it's visiting family or friends, maybe it's ticking something off the bucket list. And for a huge number of people, it's to get a sweet, sweet Instagram snap.
According to a survey done by Schofields, 40 per cent of millennials rank "Instagrammability" the number one priority when choosing a holiday destination, reports news.com.au.
Seeing influencers posing in front of tourist hot spots in their flowy dresses definitely inspires wanderlust. But have you ever tried posing in front of an attraction with hundreds of other people doing the same thing?
It's really not as easy as it seems to get the money shot. At Rome's Trevi fountain, you hardly have room to move your elbows let alone pose thoughtfully while wearing a floppy hat. Here's a look at the reality behind the Instagrams.
Instagram reality of Il Duomo, Milan vs. Average Joe's reality of Il Duomo, Milan. Photos / Supplied, Instagram
TAJ MAHAL, INDIA
EIFFEL TOWER, PARIS
This unreal shot vs. the shot you'll probably walk away with if you visit the Eiffel Tower. Photos / Instagram, Supplied
LOUVRE, PARIS
Instagram reality of a visit to the Louvre in Paris vs. the reality of tourist-attraction. Photos / Instagram
SPANISH STEPS, ROME
So much open space on the Spanish Steps vs. stark reality. Photos / Instagram
TREVI FOUNTAIN, ROME
What Instagram will make you think the Trevi Fountain in Rome looks like vs. what it actually looks like. Photos / Instagram, Supplied
DISNEYWORLD, USA
How Instagram will have you seeing Disneyland vs. what you're likely to see at Disneyworld. Photos / Supplied, Instagram
PIAZZA SAN MARCO, VENICE
The vast space in front of the Piazza San Marco in Venice vs. the scene you're most likely to see. Photos / Instagram
MARINA BAY SANDS INFINITY POOL, SINGAPORE
What you'll expect when you arrive to Marina Bay Sands in Singapore vs. reality: you're going to be swimming with a lot of other people. Photos / Instagram
So how do the influencers do it? Well the hot tip that most influencers swear by is to get up at the crack of dawn. If you arrive just as the sun comes up, you'll miss all the crowds and you'll also get that sweet morning light glow.
Good luck, and may the Insta gods always shine down upon you.
