Instagram is a great source of inspiration, but it’s also responsible for creating many illusions about travel that have nothing to do with reality. Here’s a couple of common misconceptions that you might have after following dozens of travel influencers.
Luxury Stay
If you’re traveling on a budget, it’s highly unlikely you can afford a stay at a fancy five-star hotel. Travel influencers are a different story, and they often get free accommodation in exchange for promotion.
Fancy Clothes
Instagram influencers can afford packing several fancy dresses for each trip, especially when they’re being paid to promote certain fashion brands. That’s not the case with most travelers, who are trying to fit all their clothes inside a carry-on to cut the costs.
Constant Trips
Travel influencers are constantly on the road because that’s how they earn their living, but not everyone is lucky enough to do that. Exploring a dozen countries every year is an unachievable goal for most people with full-time jobs, and you shouldn’t beat yourself up for not doing it.
