We grabbed 5 minutes with travel addict and Instagram sensation Lara Kamnik, AKA Your Passport to chat about beating the crowds, travel essentials and picture postcard photos.

Breakfast at sunrise in Kapadokya, Turkey
Pool side in Sri Lanka
Beautiful views in Procida, Italy
How did you get into travel photography?
My boyfriend @your_passage and I were traveling and we started learning how to use a camera and do edits, then we got into instagramming and after a while we were offered our first projects. Pretty exciting! 🙂
Chichén-Itzá, Yucatan, Mexico
What are your top tips for taking stunning vacation photos?
My no. 1 tip is to wake up really early to be ready on the spot for the sunrise or catch a sunset in the evening to get a perfect lighting in the so called ‘golden hour’ which is crucial in order to take stunning photos. It will not only give you better photos and help you beat the crowds, but it will also make it a lot easier later once you start processing the photos.
Taking in the view in Tulum
What are your suitcase essentials?
At least 10 different kinnis, toothbrush and warm winter socks for the airplanes. All the camera gear comes in the first place, of course.
Having a splash at Cavo Tagoo, Mykonos
What are the top 3 destinations you would like to visit this year?
Sightseeing in Santorini
Breakfast at sunrise in Kapadokya, Turkey
For more travel inspiration and beautiful photography check out Your Passport’s Instagram channel
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