Vacation Ideas & Travel Tips

Since 2013, Flytographer has captured millions of vacation photos all around the globe and knows our customers have the best travel tips to share. Explore their personal recommendations for favourite restaurants, attractions, experiences, hidden gems and ideas for travel inspiration and start planning your next getaway, road trip or bucket list holiday!


Meghan's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

Thalami! Amazing food and cocktails with breathtaking views

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

We loved hiking down to Amoudi Bay

What is your best travel tip for Santorini?

Comfy shoes and pack light

Visited Santorini in May

Photo Shoot Location: Oia Village

Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer


Matt's Travel Tips for Rome

What are the best places to eat and drink in Rome?

Ristorante Margot by the Vatican. Amazing food, great service and beautiful seating outside. The inside looks unbelievable too but we ate outside.

What are the best things to do in Rome?

Just looking at everything. The city is like looking at paintings everywhere you turn

Visited Rome in September

Photo Shoot Location: Monti Neighbourhood

Guido in Rome for Flytographer


Angela's Travel Tips for Los Angeles

What are the best places to eat and drink in Los Angeles?

We love paradise cove beach cafe! It’s right on the beach and you can eat outside in the sand with shade and many beautiful flowers! The food was delicious! Definitely recommend stopping by for a meal if you’re in the Malibu area!

What are the best things to do in Los Angeles?

We took a gorgeous hike to point dume to see not only the beautiful ocean and Mountain View’s but SEA LIONS on the rocks! A short a stunning hike you don’t wanna miss out on!

Visited Los Angeles in October

Photo Shoot Location: El Matador Beach

Lauren in Los Angeles for Flytographer


Jim's Travel Tips for Banff

What are the best places to eat and drink in Banff?

Tim Hortons!

What are the best things to do in Banff?

Hike and plan early. Emerald Lake is a great place to canoe.

Visited Banff in September

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Darine in Banff for Flytographer


Silvia's Travel Tips for Paris

What are the best places to eat and drink in Paris?

Brasserie du Louvre - was a nice elegant restaurant that was surprisingly kid friendly

What are the best things to do in Paris?

Tradition (traditional baguette) and croissants from the Boulangerie

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Paris?

Do the climb at the Eiffel Tower, our kids 4 & 12 where able to do it.

Visited Paris in September

Photo Shoot Location: Trocadéro & Eiffel Tower

Giuseppe in Paris for Flytographer


Katie's Travel Tips for Dublin

What are the best places to eat and drink in Dublin?

Queen of Tarts has amazing baked goods, good, and a cozy environment.

What are the best things to do in Dublin?

We loved walking the area, taking a bus tour, and swing dancing.

Visited Dublin in September

Vanessa in Dublin for Flytographer


Jeffrey's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

There were so many! Lucky's Souvlaki in Fira is very dear to our hearts as we met the owner, who was the absolute kindest human with a huge heart (similar to Stathis our photographer.) We loved the view at Pelicanos in Oia as well and had the best service of our trip and very delicious food at Aktaion (which also had a gorgeous view, but more people nearby taking pictures.) Also, the Gelato at Zotos is the best in Greece that we found across all the islands. Don't bother with the other ones if you're in Fira, just go here multiple times as they have 20+ flavors that are all incredible.

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

Wine tasting at Venetsanos for the view and their red wine (best red we had in Greece), dinner and the wine pairing at Artemis Winery, walking around Oia toward sunset and after sunset once the crowds had died down. And of course, our engagement shoot from Stathis we booked through Flytographer which included standing atop an old abandoned church.

Visited Santorini in September

Photo Shoot Location: Fira Village

Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer


Julianna's Travel Tips for Washington DC

What are the best places to eat and drink in Washington DC?

Rose's Luxury - Amazing fine dinning experience! The Roost - Food Hall, perfect for families. Good drink selection

Visited Washington DC in September

Photo Shoot Location: Custom Route

Jackie in Washington DC for Flytographer


Jen's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

We loved Ammoudi Bay and Barolo restaurants! Delicious with great views.

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

We enjoyed wine tasting and walking through Fira! Beautiful views and fun to shop.

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Santorini?

Flytographer was a highlight of our trip!

Visited Santorini in September

Photo Shoot Location: Oia Village

Kris in Santorini for Flytographer


Nikki's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

Our favorite restaurant in Santorini was Select Restaurant. Dimitri was the best!

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

Instead of going down the main street in Fira, go left. There are great restaurants and less crowd.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Santorini?

There are several Gelato places, we went to all of them! Aressana hotel had rooms with a semi private swimming pool directly outside our hotel room. We spent our time there instead of the main pool where guests trying to relax were sunbathing.

Visited Santorini in September

Photo Shoot Location: Imerovigli Village

Kris in Santorini for Flytographer


Jeffrey's Travel Tips for London

What are the best places to eat and drink in London?

Clarette - great French food, service and atmosphere. Fantastic place!

What are the best things to do in London?

Favorite activities/sites - Tower Bridge, British Museum, Churchill War Room, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Harry Potter play

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to London?

Use Apple pay for London Underground Tube (subway) - quick easy and costs less than credit card paid paper tickets

Visited London in September

Photo Shoot Location: Tower Bridge

Jimmy in London for Flytographer


Tavia's Travel Tips for Rome

What are the best places to eat and drink in Rome?

Favorite restaurant was Il Padellaccio 2 which is located in the heart of Rome. The servers were outgoing and comedic, they made our night out so much fun! The food was delicious!

What are the best things to do in Rome?

The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill were my husbands favorite places to see, while I enjoyed Vatican city. As a person of Faith, my absolute favorite place was Santa Scala to visit the steps that Jesus was said to have walked on His last day, which were moved from Pontius Pilots Palace to Rome after Christianity was legalized.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Rome?

Get up early before the crowds!! We would be up walking around at 7 am and aim to be back to our accommodations by noon. Then set out later around supper. Try to book events in advance, and only one major activity a day with kids.

Visited Rome in September

Photo Shoot Location: Trevi Fountain and The Pantheon

Guido in Rome for Flytographer


Ray's Travel Tips for Madrid

What are the best places to eat and drink in Madrid?

Make sure you dine in at Teatro Real. The spaces at the opera are not public, you get access with an opera ticket. Get your ticket and before the first act, reserve your table for the intermission. You will get an absolute treat at the opera if you can make this happen. You will be chaperoned through the wonderful salons of the opera, I believe I went through the Felipe V and Carlos III rooms to arrive at the ballroom space, the appetizers and champagne waiting. This is an absolute treat, a dining experience with a select few, elite group of locals.

What are the best things to do in Madrid?

There are may landmarks but if I have to name a favourite that would be the Las Ventas Bullring.

What is the best tip for solo travel in Madrid?

Plan early, Madrid is not a city that you can experience fully on the fly.

Visited Madrid in September

Photo Shoot Location: La Latina

Julia in Madrid for Flytographer


Josef's Travel Tips for Paris

What are the best places to eat and drink in Paris?

Moulin de la Galette: iconic restaurant in the Montmartre neighborhood. Good food and ambiance.

What are the best things to do in Paris?

Picnic dinner by the Seine River. We grabbed charcuterie ingredients from local supermarket and watched the boats and people go by.

What is the best tip for a romantic getaway in Paris?

Make sure you plan for down time to just sit at a cafe and actually catch the vibe of the city.

Visited Paris in September

Photo Shoot Location: Bir-Hakeim Bridge & Eiffel Tower

Olga in Paris for Flytographer


Lacey's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

Not restaurant, bar or cafe, but we absolutely love our hotel, elessa hotel! highly recommended!

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

Romantic sunset cruise

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Santorini?

Go to Oia very early in the morning to avoid the crowd stay in Pyrgos area to enjoy a bit more quite time. a lot of cute places there to stay, but we LOVE our hotel elessa hotel, good environment, perfect service, the most beautiful sunrise we saw in our life just lying on our bed looking out the terrace.

Visited Santorini in September

Photo Shoot Location: Oia Village

Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer


crystal's Travel Tips for Maui

What are the best places to eat and drink in Maui?

We love Mama's fish house- the kids menu is spoken. Typically rice, veg and fish done a few different ways. It's pricey but the experience is worth saving up for, it's absolutely beautiful. The beach out front is also fun to play at.

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Maui?

Always have water and snacks. Do longer exploring days (ie, Hana or Haleakala) every other day with beach break days in between to keep it mellow. Hit up local parks and skateparks. Take a boogie board and sled down the grass at Rice Memorial park in Kula area. Have fun and explore!

Visited Maui in September

Photo Shoot Location: Polo Beach (South Shore)

Taena in Maui for Flytographer


cayla's Travel Tips for San Diego

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to San Diego?

Bring the grandparents!!!

Visited San Diego in September

Photo Shoot Location: Windansea Beach in La Jolla

Maria in San Diego for Flytographer


Evelyn's Travel Tips for Florence

What are the best places to eat and drink in Florence?

We loved crossing the river and having a glass of wine in the quieter side, watching the sun lower over the city.

What are the best things to do in Florence?

Our favorite activity was just walking around. We loved finding beautiful quiet streets and alleyways.

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Florence?

If you’re going to be there for longer buy the Florence pass that gets you into all the museums! There’s so much to see.

Visited Florence in September

Photo Shoot Location: Oltrarno Neighbourhood

Ellie in Florence for Flytographer


Alice's Travel Tips for Sedona

What are the best places to eat and drink in Sedona?

1. DA Ranch Winery 2. Brewha 3. Tii Gavo 4. Javelina Cantina

What are the best things to do in Sedona?

1. Subway Cave 2. Palatki Heritage site & ruins

What is the best tip for travelling with kids to Sedona?

Invest in the proper hiking gear for Sedona. We are avid east coast hikers, but the rocks and landscape of Sedona were totally new, and we were so glad we had the proper shoes and clothes. This is super random, but there is a Whole Foods in the middle of town, which was clutch for our kids when we needed a quick, easy and healthy bite on the go. The time change was hard on our 3 year old.

Visited Sedona in September

Photo Shoot Location: Bell Rock Vortex

Jessie in Sedona for Flytographer


Jayme's Travel Tips for Madrid

What are the best places to eat and drink in Madrid?

Ahhh I can’t remember the name of it! :(

What are the best things to do in Madrid?

The devour cooking class was awesome with the local market tour included. The chef gave awesome food recommendations too!

What is the best tip for celebrating your anniversary in Madrid?

Just explore! Stumble upon cute neighborhoods & evening life.

Visited Madrid in September

Photo Shoot Location: La Latina

Julia in Madrid for Flytographer


Michelle's Travel Tips for Kauai

What are the best places to eat and drink in Kauai?

La Spezia - great homestyle Italian food with large portions.

What are the best things to do in Kauai?

Our family loved the Kauai Plantation Railway train ride.

Visited Kauai in September

Photo Shoot Location: Shipwreck Beach

Elana in Kauai for Flytographer


Cameron's Travel Tips for Banff

What are the best places to eat and drink in Banff?

UNA had great pizza and appetizers. If the wait is too long, order for pick up. Brazen was a great brunch.

What are the best things to do in Banff?

Flytographer and boat tour of Lake Minnewanka.

What is the best tip for going on your babymoon to Banff?

Definitely book a Flytographer shoot! The tour of Lake Minnewanka was so peaceful and relaxing. Use the Roam transportation to get around.

Visited Banff in September

Photo Shoot Location: Lake Minnewanka

Darine in Banff for Flytographer


Ginger's Travel Tips for London

What are the best places to eat and drink in London?

Go to AMAZING GRACE if you want amazing deals on cocktails, drinks and nibbles. They were hosting a free live show the night we visited and it was better than most paid shows I’ve seen!

What are the best things to do in London?

Do the high-tea double decker bus tour through Brigit’s Bakery! It was a great starting activity to see the core sights of London, while enjoying some delicious treats and learning some history about the different neighbourhoods.

What is your best travel tip for London?

Take the TUBE! it’s so easy to use thanks to google maps! The metro even takes Apple Pay so you don’t need to fuss with getting tickets, just tap, walk through and go!

Visited London in September

Photo Shoot Location: Westminster Bridge

Emily in London for Flytographer


Justine's Travel Tips for Santorini

What are the best places to eat and drink in Santorini?

Anogi - truly amazing authentic cuisine

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

Skaros rock Catamaran Ammoudi Bay

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Santorini?

Do a photoshoot!!!

Visited Santorini in September

Photo Shoot Location: Oia Village

Stathis and Christina in Santorini for Flytographer


Millie's Travel Tips for Paris

What are the best places to eat and drink in Paris?

Benoit, for a chic Michelin-star lunch in a century-old bistro. Double Dragon, for a late-night Filipino feast. Miznon, for delectable Israeli pita – also available via Uber Eats for the night-before-flying-home packing marathon. HD Diner, for stumbling upon the best berry milkshakes right when you need them.

What are the best things to do in Paris?

Eating and walking without any real direction. On a day trip to Versailles, a visit to the King's Vegetable Garden (Potager du Roi), outside the main palace, and lunch at Le Bistrot du 11.

What is the best tip for going on your honeymoon to Paris?

Pick a neighbourhood, a few restaurants and just explore! The Louvre will always be there.

Visited Paris in September

Photo Shoot Location: Île Saint-Louis & Notre Dame

Lucille in Paris for Flytographer


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