Ever since Instagram came along, the social media platform has been a game-changer for every nomad out there on planet Earth. No longer just burning through money while choosing to avoid to a normal 9-5 job, these travellers have helped coined a new term: influencer. Earning some big bucks via Instagram primarily with sponsored posts, it’s easy to see why everyone wants to become an influencer in 2019. Get paid to travel the world? Yes please.
Of course, the road to becoming a paid influencer isn’t necessarily easy, but it can be done if you have time, patience, and the means to support yourself for a few years. Once you read a guide to becoming a social media influencer, you’ll have a better idea of what it takes to have one of the most sought-after jobs in the world! Until then, get inspired by some of the following popular travel influencers.
Karen Ramos
In a world full of plastic celebrities and so much fake reality, Karen feels like a breath of fresh air. With a natural beauty and radiance, her smiles and laughter is often set against some truly stunning locations. Come sun, snow, or rain, Karen is there to experience some incredible nature with a joy that’s impossible not to share.
Elona
While her account might look like a typical influencer, the fact is that Elona is an exception and only really travels on the weekend because of a full-time job! Nevertheless, she’ll still take you to some of the most exotic places our planet has to offer, and interacts with many beautiful animals and interesting people along the way. In addition to having a truly mesmerizing pair of eyes, Elona knows how to take great photos and never uploads just “okay” content – it’s always something wonderful.
Ciara
Gorgeous, fun, and just so cool, Ciara is a travel influencer on the rise for all the right reasons. Whether it’s white sandy beaches, bustling cities, tranquil waterfalls, or snow-capped mountains, Ciara has been there and gives you the best digital postcard you could ask for. What’s best, perhaps, is that Ciara really breaks down what it takes to be an influencer and the honest and often hard parts that come with the role.
Kiki
If you want luxury, then it’s luxury you’re going to get with Kiki. Nicknamed ‘The Blonde Abroad,’ this girl shows you how to have the best possible time in truly remarkable locations. What’s great is that Kiki just makes it all look so effortless and gives you a real peek into her exciting and exhausting wandering lifestyle. From hotels to hammocks to Hollywood, Kiki has the life everyone wants, but she has the determination to do it.
David Rule
The one guy on our list, David isn’t just here because of his cool name! His images are artistic beyond belief and his account rarely features himself in the shot – simply displaying the environment in all its splendor. Really, you could argue that the volcanoes, fjords, canyons, and deserts are the stars of the show, but David understands the difference between an image that makes you shrug and one that makes your jaw drop. If you want to see travel photos without so much posing, then David is the influencer you need.
