Travel Tips

There are a lot of things that you can do to make the most of your photo taking opportunities on family vacations. I have a couple of family vacation photo tips that I wanted to give you, not about the pics themselves but more about preparing for you to take your pictures.

Make sure to charge your camera batteries before you leave home, this is one of the most important family vacation photo tips, also ensure that you clear your memory card.  It is also a good idea to take an extra memory card with you.

Don’t be afraid to shoot lots of pictures of the same subject – a digital camera can hold a lot of pictures and you can sort out the good from the bad when you get home.

Do a little research before you leave home about the spot you are traveling to and try to pre-plan some of the photos you may wish to take.  This is one of the family vacation photo tips that I always forget and wishe later that I wqould have done.

You can research travel guides, books and magazines to help plan what pictures you may wish to include in your memory album.  This may also be helpful not only in planning what type of shot you may wish to take, but may affect when and what time you travel to a certain location.

Would you like a picture of misty sunrise over the Rocky Mountains?  Or you can plan a shot of elephant feeding time at the San Diego Zoo—or maybe fireworks over the Eiffel Tower?  Make a list of these potential shots and plan your trip accordingly.

Be sure to remember to include the human element when you are taking pictures on your vacation. Pictures of scenery are great, but since this is your vacation it should be a memory experience at the same time.  Take pictures of your family and friends, and even some of the people you meet at the places you travel to.

All of these elements add to the quality of the experience.  And, try to get at least some pictures with you in it.  There is always someone around to take a picture of you in front of that famous landmark—just be sure it is someone trustworthy not to run off with your camera.  A good idea is to take along a cheap disposable camera that you can give to the passerby instead of your expensive one.

This way if he does drop the camera or runs off with it you won’t have too much to lose.  You may not get as good a picture quality, but it will still be a memory shot.

Always remember to take lots of pictures on your vacation.  With the advent of digital cameras this is one of the easiest family vacation photo tips around. That time in your life is a one-time experience.  You may return to the same vacation, but the time spent there will offer a different experience each time you visit. It is priceless to remember the great time you had through your vacation photos.

I hope that these family vacation photo tips are good and helpful to you. Look at the list the week before holidays and I am sure you will get the most of your next trip

Vacations are very memorable experiences and as such should be remembered long after you return home.  One of the best ways to remember the wonderful time you had on your vacation is with photographs.  Every time you look at a picture you took on your trip you will your spirit down memories path in accordance with your unforgettable journey.  These pictures you take are priceless and it is worth learning a few tips to make your picture-taking memories more rewarding. The best way to keep these memories lasting for a long time is to hang them up on your wall, you can even get some customized photo frames to make them look even better. If you love taking pictures, especially of your family, then you should visit the boudoir photography studio.

When you begin to pack for your vacation, keep in mind the things you will need for your picture-taking excursions, such as:

• Camera, batteries (plus extras), memory card(s), battery chargers
• External flash (if needed), tripod, portable storage device
• Power adapter (if traveling abroad)
• Camera case—waterproof if you plan on going to a beach or wet vacation spot
• Underwater camera if you like to scuba dive or snorkel (even a cheap disposable one will get those unforgettable underwater shots!)
• Be sure your camera has a wrist-strap—you don’t want to lose your camera when you are handing upside-down in the rainforest treetops!

Travelling offers many challenges when it comes to safety.  If you follow the suggestions below, you will ensure you have a safe vacation, from the time you get to the airport to the time spent at your resort.  Always remember that being alert and using common sense is the key to safe travel.

• Never let your luggage out of your sight, even for a moment.  Smugglers love to put things in suitcases not related to themselves.
• Use a money belt for valuables, and keep money in at least two different places in case of theft (perhaps you carry some currency as well as your traveling companion, as a back-up).
• Never let your children out of your sight at airports, not to go to the bathroom alone or just ahead to a shop.  Once as we were traveling with our children, aged 10 and 11, they asked if they could run ahead to a store around the corner.  We luckily said no that airports could be dangerous, and as we rounded the corner a man was running towards us chased by three security officers, who tackled him, pinned him to the ground and handcuffed him in front of our eyes.  Our children looked on wide-eyed, and the point hit home.
• Always carry your passport and identification with you on your person or securely in your hand-luggage.  Remember, your checked-in suitcases could be lost.
• Never leave your camera or other video equipment on top of your luggage as you are just steps away.  Theft can happen too quickly.
• Make sure your backpacks are always securely zipped.  It is easy to reach into an open backpack from behind.

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