A cure for Domestication: 50 Instagram accounts that will inspire your next trip

You know that feeling you get when you wake up, it’s raining outside and you just can’t be bothered to get out of bed?

Or when it’s just getting dark and you arrive jet-lagged in a new city and want to stay in?

Or when you are about the book the flights for your next Asia trip and that unexpected bill arrives and ruins everything?

Well…

I have some bad news for you.

You have a disease.

A disease called Domestication.

But do not fear, Domestication effects the best of us, and is a condition that is easily cured…

With your first heroic dose of the following travel-inspired Instagram profiles.

Then going forward, we highly recommend that you follow a minimum of 10 accounts and then continue your medication for the next 30 days.

Though you must ensure that you take your dose EVERY day for the full course of the prescription: 30 Days.

We are yet to have a patient who has not been completely cured after 30 days exposure to this high level of dosage.

Yes, I have spent the past 4.5 hours trawling through my Instagram account, tags and travel influencers in order to handpick the most inspirational travel and adventure themed accounts that will dispel even the faintest glimpse of the terrible (and some say deadly) disease of Domestication.

50 travel Instagram accounts to inspire your next trip

@ytravelblog – Of course, first up we have our awesome hosts Caz & Craig, follow for images of interesting beverages, hammocks and glorious sunsets.

 

A photo posted by Caz & Craig yTravelBlog ✌?? (@ytravelblog) on Nov 29, 2015 at 5:47pm PST

@legalnomads – Former lawyer Jodi shares images of fresh, vibrant dishes mixed with smiling people and astounded cats.

 

A photo posted by Jodi Ettenberg (@legalnomads) on Oct 26, 2015 at 4:46am PDT

@workwhiletravel – Veronica details her journey working from the road with images of grand icons from each country she visits.

 

A photo posted by Veronika (@workwhiletravel) on Nov 16, 2015 at 4:45pm PST

@tourist2townie – Gareth Travels Deeper, valuing relationships over countries (and of course, also takes awesome photo’s).

 

A photo posted by Gareth Leonard (@tourist2townie) on Nov 14, 2015 at 10:21am PST

@whatalexloves – Alexandria is passionate about autumn and uses her profile as platform to share this with the world.

 

A photo posted by Alexandra Lhermite-Schwass (@whatalexloves) on Oct 25, 2015 at 9:24am PDT

@justonewayticket – It is clear that Sabrina is a pretty serious traveller from the variety of her pictures.

 

A photo posted by SABRINA IOVINO (@justonewayticket) on Nov 19, 2015 at 12:13pm PST

@expertvagabond – Matthew shares images covering erupting volcanoes, smiling locals and distant jungle lakes.

 

A photo posted by Matthew Karsten (@expertvagabond) on Nov 16, 2015 at 3:33pm PST

@thedigitalnomad – The Digital Nomad shares topless pictures of himself feeding kittens, astounding office locations and glorious sunsets.

 

A photo posted by A digital nomad from Estonia (@thedigitalnomad) on Jun 8, 2015 at 12:49pm PDT

@everythingeverywhere – I’m not sure what camera Gary is using but his distant landscape shots are mind-blowing.

 

A photo posted by Gary Arndt (@everythingeverywhere) on Nov 18, 2015 at 5:48am PST

@insatiabletraveler – With vibrant colours, the African Savanna and stunning wildlife shots, Susan owns one of the most refined profiles of this medication.

 

A photo posted by Susan Portnoy (@insatiabletraveler) on Nov 13, 2015 at 11:07am PST

@croyable – Eelco litters his profile with stunning beach shots, buildings and aerial shots of New York City.

 

A photo posted by eelco roos (@croyable) on Nov 16, 2015 at 8:46am PST

@zakshelhamer – By far the most adventurous account of this medication, Zak will make you actually want to go hiking.

 

A photo posted by Zak Shelhamer (@zakshelhamer) on Nov 16, 2015 at 6:08pm PST

@contiki – Pictures of awesome people doing awesome things in awesome palces.

 

A photo posted by Contiki Holidays (@contiki) on Nov 15, 2015 at 10:00pm PST

@bkindler – A number of Bjorn’s photo’s will cause you to glance twice at your screen, yet all of them will inspire you to head outside.

 

A photo posted by Björn Kindler (@bkindler) on Nov 9, 2015 at 8:09am PST

@natgeo – With an astounding 36m followers, The National Geographic’s profile shares as number of stunning wildlife pics each day.

 

A photo posted by National Geographic (@natgeo) on Nov 20, 2015 at 2:49am PST

@muradosmann – Famed for the #FollowMeTo series, Murad takes sensational images of his girlfriend Nataly in astounding outfits surrounded by inspirational scenery as they travel the world.

 

A photo posted by Murad Osmann (@muradosmann) on Nov 12, 2015 at 9:27am PST

@milkydrop – Currently Marzia’s account as a distinct autumnal theme that will make you want to rent that cottage in the mountains to sit with friends around the log fire.

 

A photo posted by Marzia B (@milkydrop) on Nov 15, 2015 at 10:38pm PST

@hypoison – Violent waves and serene oceans pepper Emma’s scenic account.

 

A photo posted by Emma B. (@hypoison) on Oct 24, 2015 at 3:27am PDT

@kimijuan – A very light profile with stunning images of desolate beaches.

 

A photo posted by Kimi Juan (@kimijuan) on Aug 17, 2015 at 10:14pm PDT

@ilarysgrill – Ilaria’s glorious sunset’s, insane sky colours and abstract images of people will leave you both curious and nostalgic.

 

A photo posted by Ilaria Barbotti (@ilarysgrill) on Nov 14, 2015 at 2:25am PST

@polylm – Specialising in people and dogs, Marco’s profile will change the way you look at public transport around the world.

 

A photo posted by Marco Lamberto (@polylm) on Nov 15, 2015 at 12:26am PST

@thomasalexnorman – Thomas shares images of beautiful ladies, awesome dives and Barcelona, where he currently resides.

 

A photo posted by THOMAS NORMAN (@thomasalexnorman) on Oct 24, 2015 at 2:43pm PDT

@theblondegypsy – A Balkan connoisseur and master photographer, Larissa’s images are filled with sunshine, beaches and awesome city views.

 

A photo posted by The Blonde Gypsy (@theblondegypsy) on Oct 4, 2015 at 2:36am PDT

@blackdotswhitespots – Susi’s scenic photo’s are both inspiring and exciting.

 

A photo posted by Susi Maier (@blackdotswhitespots) on Nov 1, 2015 at 12:35am PDT

@tomhuntio – Tom shares images from the northern coast of South America, from the top of mountains and of small dogs (and yes, my ego forced me to include myself).

 

On the #beach

A photo posted by Tom Hunt (@tomhuntio) on Nov 9, 2015 at 3:37am PST

@anasbarros – Ana is a Portuguese architect living in Vienna and shows her passion for buildings and scenery in her images.

 

A photo posted by Ana Sampaio Barros (@anasbarros) on Nov 1, 2015 at 11:08am PST

@vamospraonde – Gloriously white water, a Go Pro and beach hotels, what more could you want?

 

A photo posted by VamosPraOnde travel blog ? (@vamospraonde) on Nov 16, 2015 at 11:38am PST

@nathparis – Nathalie is an artistic director from Paris and as expected, shares artistic images from the wonderful city.

 

A photo posted by nathparis (@nathparis) on Nov 2, 2015 at 3:55am PST

@sophoclesblog – Solo adventurer Sophie will show you awesome libraries, ice-cream and how to live with style in New York City.

 

A photo posted by Sophie (@sophoclesblog) on Sep 17, 2015 at 1:53am PDT

@anekdotique – Clemens details his travels with minimalist shots of buildings and the landscapes he experiences.

 

A photo posted by Clemens Sehi (@anekdotique) on Oct 18, 2015 at 5:25am PDT

@globetrottergirls
– Dani has been travelling around the world for the past 5 years with no regrets, follow her for dogs, cats, women, cake and street art.

 

A photo posted by GlobetrotterGirls (@globetrottergirls) on Dec 7, 2015 at 8:36am PST

@nelsoncarvalheiro – Nelson is big on breakfast and is a great follow for any travel/food enthusiasts.

 

A photo posted by Nelson Carvalheiro (@nelsoncarvalheiro) on Nov 4, 2015 at 7:14am PST

@mochilerostv – Sharing the best that Ecuador has to offer, MochilerosTV is an awesome, energetic YoutTube travel channel.

 

A photo posted by mochilerostv (@mochilerostv) on Nov 12, 2015 at 6:36am PST

@selcukselviexperience – Alex shares photo’s of his reading inspiration, sensational views and extreme activities.

 

A photo posted by Selcuk Selvi (@selcukselviexperience) on Sep 28, 2015 at 6:14am PDT

@_annahrose – Anna shares awesome food, great smiles and inspirational quotes, a must follow.

 

A photo posted by Annah Rose (@_annahrose) on Nov 13, 2015 at 10:19am PST

@heychloegray – With an eye for uncommon moments, Chloe’s profile will help you spot the beauty that is all around you.

 

A photo posted by Chloé Mason Gray (@heychloegray) on Nov 11, 2015 at 7:46am PST

@carnetstraverse – Julie shares stunning images of architecture in cities all around the world.

 

A photo posted by Julie Sarperi + Renaud Bonnet (@carnetstraverse) on Oct 15, 2015 at 12:27am PDT

@crazysexyfuntraveler – A certified fitness coach, Alexandra will inspire you to both travel AND look good.

 

A photo posted by Crazy sexy fun traveler (@crazysexyfuntraveler) on Nov 7, 2015 at 6:02pm PST

@tiffpenguin – Tiffany is an adventurous lady, each image shows her in another extreme landscape conquering her environment.

 

A photo posted by tiffany nguyen (@tiffpenguin) on Nov 12, 2015 at 7:25pm PST

@lucydodsworth – Part time traveller, full time obsessive, Lucy shares sensational images of interesting buildings around the world.

 

A photo posted by Lucy Dodsworth (@lucydodsworth) on Nov 10, 2015 at 12:10am PST

@traveling_greg – Looking for clear blue waters and hammocks? Greg’s profile is for you.

 

A photo posted by @traveling_greg on Nov 17, 2015 at 3:45am PST

@afrenchtraveler – After reviewing Bruno’s profile you will not look at New York in the same way. Stunning.

 

A photo posted by ! Bruno Maltor (@afrenchtraveler) on Oct 5, 2015 at 4:37am PDT

@ovunno – Oliver is a master of landscape photography that often includes rare wildlife.

 

This 2015 is the year of the nature, and my first time in Yosemite… I can’t wait for come back soon!

A photo posted by Oliver Vegas (@ovunno) on Dec 31, 2015 at 1:33am PST

@mrscotteddy – Partial to awesome villa’s, Scott shares images of the sea, infinity pools and cocktails.

 

A photo posted by Scott Eddy (@mrscotteddy) on Nov 15, 2015 at 5:46pm PST

@uncornered_market – Daniel’s images bring old grey buildings to life.

 

A photo posted by Daniel Noll (@uncornered_market) on Oct 2, 2015 at 8:58am PDT

@onestep4ward – Jonny is currently on country 172 out of 193 and shares the highs and lows of his journey through his images.

 

A photo posted by Johnny Ward (@onestep4ward) on Nov 12, 2015 at 10:20pm PST

@fosterhunting – Foster shares his sailing, camping and surfing adventures on his profile.

 

A photo posted by Foster Huntington (@fosterhunting) on Nov 16, 2015 at 9:04am PST

@alexandra0320 – A blogger, world explorer and yoga teacher, Alexandra shares her travels, friends and style.

 

A photo posted by Alexandra Espinoza (@alexandra0320) on May 9, 2015 at 8:25am PDT

@roundtheworldgirl – Elise lives actively and wanders in the wilderness, follow for hiking inspiration.

 

A photo posted by Elise ? (@roundtheworldgirl) on Nov 8, 2015 at 4:50pm PST

How do you feel?

Has that cold, foreboding anxiety started to drift away to be replaced by a lighter sense of excitement and passion for the world?

Well you are one of the lucky ones.

You now have the medication…

No longer will that sinking feeling prevent you from getting up, going out or booking that ticket.

The world is yours to explore:

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But wait!

Your treatment is not yet complete…

We all know that travelling alone can be lonely.

If you have a friend that you suspect could be suffering from even a mild case of Domestication, you will be doing them a MASSIVE favour by sharing this post using the links below:

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See you on that flight 😉

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