All travel photographers dream of taking a journey around the world with a backpack on their backs and a camera around their necks, roaming exotic countries and discovering new cultures. It is their ultimate goal. If you are a travel photographer yourself and you are looking for some new destination ideas to add to your bucket list, we teamed up with hair photographer Araman from New York City and came up with these interesting ideas for you:
Odda, Norway
Colorful homes scattered around the shore, reflected upon the surface of the water and surrounded by mountains and waterfalls. Need we say more? Odda is a colorful city in the southeast of Norway that will gift you with mystical landscape photos. It has old churches and buildings to discover, in addition to the Folgefonna National Park, which is full of natural wonders.
Dubai, UAE
Dubai, the famous luxurious city in the middle of the golden deserts and overlooking the Persian Gulf, is a famous destination for travel photographers because it has a lot to offer, from its towering skyscrapers to its beautiful nature. It has the world’s biggest everything, several artificial islands, a magical dancing fountain, and many other interesting sites. A trip there can be a little expensive, but the amazing photos you will take are worth it.
The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica
The Monteverde Cloud Forest is a natural biodiverse reserve a few hours away from the Costa Rican capital, San Jose. It consists of 6 ecological zones, cloud forests, 2,500 plant species, 100 species of mammals, 400 bird species, 120 reptilian species, and thousands of insects (so, do not forget your insect repeller). It is a true wonder of flora and fauna that is a must-see for nature and travel photographers.
Sukhumi, Abkhazia
Abkhazia is a self-proclaimed republic west of Russia. It was a part of the Soviet Union and it went through struggles with its dependence from Georgia in the last decade. It is, however, one of the most beautiful places that you probably have never heard of. Sukhumi, its capital, is situated between the breathtaking shores of the Black Sea and the majestic Caucasus Mountains. It has many forgotten moss-covered buildings worth discovering and many interesting sites to visit.
Agra, India
India is the home of the marvellous Taj Mahal, colorful ornate clothes, fascinating Bollywood, and much more. It is an exquisite treat for you and your photography. The iconic Taj Mahal is situated in Agra, northern India. Agra is also home for the Agra Fort, Kinari Bazar, Korai Village, and several other fascinating sites worth capturing.
Utah, USA
The unique red rock formations found in Southern Utah make it a great travel destination for photography lovers worldwide. Utah has Zion National Park, which offers its visitors astonishing views and location to capture and appreciate, including Hop Valley, Towers of the Virgin, the Kolob Terrace road, Hoodoo Heaven, and others. You need to plan your trip and time it while considering the natural light, because some sites are difficult to photograph without it.
Omo Valley, Ethiopia
The country that gave us coffee is worth visiting for that reason and for its beautiful mountain range, the churches of Lalibela, and the walled city of Harar. Additionally, located in a remote part of Ethiopia is the Omo Valley. It is the homeland for fascinating tribes and magnificent African landscapes. It is a must-go if you are interested in ethnic photography.
