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These are the Most Inspiring Female Travelers on Instagram

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These female travelers are adventurous, informative, and, most importantly, inspirational. As a bonus, I’ve had a chance to get to know each one of these ladies personally, and I can vouch that they truly are more than just a pretty Instagram account — they’re amazing women, too.

These are the best travel Instagram accounts to follow for a serious case of wanderlust!

Best Travel Instagram Accounts

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Tegan, The Travel Curve

This plus-sized model turned digital motivator is on a mission to change the perception we have about our bodies. Tegan from The Travel Curve wants to inspire self-love and the appreciation of curvy girls everywhere, because, let’s face it, the No. 1 key to style is confidence.

If she looks familiar, it’s because she’s also the model for our Compass Rose Bra Wallet , too.

Take a look at this Facebook Live where I interviewed Tegan and she shared her best curvy travel style tips!

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Oneika Raymond (@oneikatraveller) on May 14, 2018 at 10:59am PDT

Oneika, Oneika The Traveller

Oneika is one of THE most inspiring and praised journalists in the travel industry. Through Oneika The Traveller , she shares thought-provoking insights based on her travels all over the world and has a gorgeous insta-feed filled with vibrant images from the 100+ countries she’s visited.

As a plus, she is a super advocate of packing light and even hosts her own show on the Travel Channel, One Bag and You’re Out!

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Adventure In You (@adventurein_you) on Jan 18, 2019 at 3:00am PST

Ana, Adventure In You

Ana is on a mission to inspire and encourage people to do more and live their lives to the fullest. She shares her passion on her blog and Instagram: Adventure in You . She’s been traveling full-time since 2013 and also teaches aspiring bloggers how to blog. Be warned, her Instagram account will have you booking a flight today.

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Karen, The Mom Trotter

I am a massive fan of Karen from The Mom Trotter who’s always on the go with her husband and four kids. Her hope is to inspire families to travel the world and believe me, her kids are already world citizens. Plus, her children are the youngest and cutest packing cube fans ever! You have to watch this video. I’m in love!

Find out why packing cubes will change your life!

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Erin, Explore with Erin

Another of my favorite family (and female) travel blog writers is Erin with Explore with Erin . Her enthusiastic personality is contagious. She’s been to more than 75 countries and traveled the world long-term with her two children. She’s an ambassador for Travelocity, my favorite place to book flights, and also contributes to Lonely Planet. 

Find the perfect packing list for your destination!

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Kamelia, The Hackerette

With over 200,000 Instagram fans, you know this is one must-see Insta! Among female travel influencers, Kamelia with The Hackerette shares ninja-travel hacking tips to show you how to save money on flights and hotels. As a plus, she also organizes her own travel tours to exotic international destinations.

Follow our foolproof formula for what to wear on an airplane !

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Danny, Black Girls Travel Too

Danny is the innovator, visionary, and speaker behind Black Girls Travel Too , whose aim is to empower women to explore this beautiful world and change the narrative. Her passion for her mission is truly inspiring! Her words transcend into the images on her Instagram feed, which will make you feel like jumping in and joining her journey, whether it’s a sandy beach or beyond.

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Monica, Monica Goes Show

Monica from Monica Goes Show  is always on an adrenalin, fun-filled adventure. Whether she’s jumping off a cliff or snowboarding, she’s having fun and doing it with her million dollar smile! This female travel blog writer been featured on Matador Network and is also a travel show host, producer, and content creator.

Our readers share 101 travel tips !

  View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Christine Kaaloa?? Travel Host (@grrrltraveler) on Dec 13, 2016 at 5:47pm PST

Christine, GRRRL TRAVELER

Christine with GRRRL TRAVELER is an entertaining video host and creator who aims to empower solo female travelers by navigating cultural diversity while experiencing the bizarre, foreign, frightening, and, oftentimes, funny. This Instagram travel blogger’s friendly personality is bound to make you follow her adventures all over the globe.

Read this to learn why you should travel carry-on only !

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Meg, Food Fun Travel

Calling all foodies! Last, but certainly not least, is Meg with Food Fun Travel . She’s a roaming food and travel photographer and writer with an insatiable passion for seeking out culinary deliciousness. She’s been to to over 90 countries, has a travel podcast called The Dish and focuses on helping you plan your next perfect foodie vacation.

And if you’re not already doing so, don’t forget to follow Travel Fashion Girl on Instagram.

These are just a handful of the inspiring female travelers empowering women to hit the road and discover the world. Take a look at our full list of our top travel blogs to meet even more of inspiring jetsetters!

Who is your favorite female Instagram travel influencer? Share in the comments below!

For more about travel blogs, please read:

• Best Travel Fashion Instagram Accounts
• Tips for Taking the Perfect Instagram Photo
• Blogger Travel Style to Copy on Vacation

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I would have to add Kylie, the founder of Acanela Expeditions. She started her own business of providing tours all over the world. THAT is so much more inspiring than the people who travel just to post photos on Instagram or their blog.

Hi Rachel, thank you for sharing this with me, I will look into Kylie on instagram, she sounds amazing!

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Hong Kong lately via Instagram

By oneika raymond.

Images of Hong Kong as seen on Instagram.

Admittedly, I am poor about writing on here about Hong Kong. Luckily, however, I am pretty good about chronicling my beloved HK on Instagram.  Here’s a smattering of my Hong Kong photos sorted by neighbourhood — be sure to follow me on Instagram (@oneikatraveller) for more captures!

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Have you ever been to Hong Kong? Is it a destination you’re interested in visiting?

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Great photos Oneika! I love the ho lee fook one! 🙂

Thanks Christine!

Brilliant photos Oneika and yes, I’ve been to Hong Kong. Simply, one of the best!

You should come back!

I’ve been thinking about Hong Kong and Shanghai a lot lately. Thank you for the photos.

No problem! Hope you’re well. 🙂

Great pics, Oneika. Thanks for sharing. I haven’t been to Hong Kong. I wonder if I would be intimidated. I get this vibe that it is ultra busy non-stop. I still think it is way worth visiting though. One day.

Thank you for more inspiration 🙂

I don’t find the pace of HK overwhelming, but then, I thrive in big cities! When you do decide to make the trip, let me know — happy to assist!

Great pictures! Thanks for posting them! I literally just accepted a teaching position in Hong Kong for the next school year (I teach in Hungary right now), and it will be my second posting in Asia (I was in Mumbai before), and my 6th posting as a teacher overall, and I have to say, Hong Kong sounds super exciting! I have never been to the city and your pics give a good feel for everyday life on the streets of HK! Keep them coming!

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This Influencer Has Visited 114 Countries: Here's How She Budgets Her Trips

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Oneika Raymond has achieved the ultimate travel goal: She does it for a living, and she does it on her own terms. The founder of travel blog Oneika the Traveller and host of the Travel Channel digital series Big City, Little Budget has been to 114 countries and counting , garnering a dedicated following on Instagram in the process (some 78.3K followers to be precise). Scroll through Raymond's feed and you'll see her standing among the skyscrapers of Hong Kong , marveling at lagoons in Iceland, or hiking in Uganda's rainforests. But there's one nagging question her followers can't help but ask: How can the rest of us do it? We tapped Raymond to find out how she manages her finances on the road, the sacrifices she makes to ensure she never stops moving, and why turning travel into a prominent part of your lifestyle isn't as complicated as you think.

Chase the deal, not the destination

I let my travels be dictated by how much they're going to cost, so I’m constantly watching out for flight deals. ( Secret Flying , AirFare Watchdog , and Flyer Talk are my favorite sites for hearing about glitch fares or flight sales.) Plus, I get a ton of leads from Facebook. My timeline is filled with posts from the travel groups that I'm in, like Nomadness Travel Tribe . I also travel to places where the dollar is strong , like Russia, Brazil, and South Africa; in February, my husband and I visited Mexico and El Salvador because we could get there on our miles, and knew our dollars would go a long way. A lot of this intel comes from checking xe.com , a currency exchange website. It ends up being a win-win situation, because I’m able to bring in my tourism dollars at a time when another country can use them.

Only splurge when it's important to you

I don't spend my money on a lot of things—at home or on the road. I don't own any unnecessary electronics, except for my camera. I barely shop. I don’t buy designer clothes, and I don’t care about having a certain brand of suitcase. And I never, ever buy souvenirs—I'm terrible, I don't even bring gifts back. I also save a ton of money because I don’t drink alcohol. I see how much it adds up for my husband, who will have a beer (or three) with his dinner on vacation. I won't even splurge on a Coca Cola with my meal, I always stick with tap water. Instead, I save my money for experiences, like taking a cooking class or, say, bungee jumping over Victoria Falls. I'm not a foodie, so I don't usually spend money dining at expensive five-star restaurants, unless there's a truly YOLO food experience I can't have anywhere else. I always cross reference Groupon when booking anything, though: flights, restaurant reservations, and attractions. (You might be surprised, but it works in many other countries.)

The thing I'll always spend more on, though, no matter what, is my hotel. Because I travel so much, I need to feel comfortable about where I lay my head every night. It needs to be a sanctuary, somewhere secure and clean. (And when I say clean, I mean clean —rooms with carpets are usually a no-go for me. You never know what lurks within.) I try to spend under $100 a night, which means I'm constantly cashing in frequent flyer miles to get room upgrades, but I’ll always spend more on accommodations when I need to. I find the best deals in non-branded hotels that are just a little bit outside of the city center, and I always say no to add-ons like breakfast. It's rare that I'll do an Airbnb, though. Once I factor in the fees (which I think most people forget about) I usually realize I can find a new, clean hotel for the same price, without having to spend time writing back and forth with the host.

Take advantage of those work trips

If you have the opportunity to go on a business trip, and your company is paying for your flights already, see if you can extend your [dates] by a couple of days and take a side trip. A work trip to Miami could feasibly end with a weekend in the Bahamas. Travel was a big reason I got into [my previous job] in international education. I knew I'd be able to travel on the back of living and teaching abroad. Work would send me to Australia for a conference, for example, and I’d stick around for a day or two and explore on my own. I also got opportunities to take my students on field trips to countries like France, Nepal, and Cambodia.

It doesn’t have to be complicated

I don’t do points and miles hacking. Unless you have a corporate account, or are flying business or first class on a regular basis, many miles programs aren’t worth it for the average traveler. At least, that's what I've found. For someone who almost exclusively flies economy , like I do, it’s difficult to accrue a significant number of miles. The only thing that makes sense for me is to be loyal to one airline, as long as it doesn't cost too much more to fly with them. That said, American's AAdvantage program has a good yield, so sometimes I’ll pay a little more to fly with them, rather than always going for the cheapest flight possible—but I won't pay more than $50 to do so.

I used to lay out a budget. I'd go somewhere and say, Okay, this is the finite amount of money I have to spend , and I’d make it work. I'd stay in hostel dorms with 15 to 18 other people. I'd do whatever I had to do to travel. In 2008, I spent eight days in Chile with just $400 to cover the whole trip—my accommodation, tours, food, everything—and I budgeted each day accordingly. But I’m 36 now. I have more income, so I don’t need to do that anymore. There's no secret or hard-set formula, I just try to be really aware of my spending, all the time , and prioritize certain things over others.