Gone are the days when holiday photos took an hour wait before discovering how good your photography skills were. Some were overexposed, out of focus or just outright missing the moment. You'd only find this out after returning from your dream holiday and having the film processed.
Now, digital technology not only allows you to view your photo instantly, but you can also increase your photos to improve your memory of your trip. Let's face it, with film cameras, who'd ever take a photo of your lunch receipt or a restaurant menu? It just wouldn't happen.
The proliferation of social media sites, in particular, Instagram has created more shared photos of what we eat and drink and our travel experiences. Some people cringe at the sight of someone taking a selfie or a photo of their lunch in a restaurant. In some cases, it's deemed a bit vein taking photos and sharing what we eat.
Regardless of the social media component of sharing your holiday snaps, taking more photos is a great way of remembering those small little moments you might not have thought of. Every photo you take doesn't need to be Instagram worth quality. Not every photo has to be perfectly balanced with filters applied. I've found taking photos with my iPhone of the restaurants we dine at, their menus and even the dish we ordered as a way of documenting our trip. How many times do you think back and say, "where was that place we went to that served the lobster" or when someone asks you "was it expensive to dine in Paris?"
Taking photos of these things helps jog your memory even if it's not social media worthy. Recently, I was asked about eating escargot in Paris. I was able to quickly refer to photos of the menu, the dish and the restaurant receipt.
So many more things can be captured on your digital camera than just that perfect Instagram photo.
Take more photos, take photos as a way of documenting your trip not just for social media. In 5 years time, you'll look back and say, remember that hotel, that shop, that restaurant, that nice wine. Ever had that question, 'Dad, can you remember the name of that shop where I bought that leather bag in Rome?, I'd love to see if I can buy another one"?
Things you could photograph to document your holiday could include;
- Restaurant menus, wine lists, favourite dishes and receipts to show costs
- Hotel Entrance, your door number, the interior layout of your hotel room
- Tour Operators and the friendly staff that serve you on the tour.
- Street signs, unique differences to your home country
- Taxis, Cars, Busses
- The exterior and entrance of your favourite shops.
Remember, these are not your Instagram or Facebook posts, these are for documenting your trip so you can look back in years to come.
About the Author
The author of this blog, unless otherwise noted has no affiliation with any property or business linked in this article. Unless otherwise noted, there is no free accommodation or payment from any businesses. The information contained in this blog is strictly the views of the author and not professional advice. The author of this BookDirect blog is a travel and tourism professional with over 30 years of experience in international hotel management, global travel, short-term rental management and a tourism awards judge specialising in accommodation and attractions.
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