4 Practical Tips for Better Travel Videos

[@ОлександрМиколайович-у1б]

Extremely useful video! Brandon, you’re very cool! Here are the timecodes: 00:31 - PROBLEM #1, Not enough motion 01:15 - Timelapse 01:23 - Drone 01:30 - Handheld gimbal 01:37 - Shoot from a moving vehicle 01:51 - Look for life around the building 02:40 - PROBLEM #2, No story 02:58 - Film a defined beginning & end 03:42 - Arrange clips from day to night 04:14 - Add voiceover or narration 04:40 - Alan Watts 05:04 - Add your own voice 05:23 - PROBLEM #3, Over-shooting 06:02 - Shoot only when the light is best 06:52 - PROBLEM #4, Too much gear 07:14 - Bring only enough gear for what you’re specifically shooting Thanks for a great video ;)

[@warringalice3980]

Dude your are awesome..and great notes

[@levanquochiep2301]

thanks bro

[@kennychoi1584]

travel filmmaking is so oversaturated nowadays its really hard to stand out. However Brandon always sticks to his roots and makes something so unique everytime.

[@Leprutz]

I agree with over saturated. But specially cause in all those videos... there is no story at all. Brandon Li's films are great... but even though they tend to be the same again... But unarguably for now the best I have seen.

[@thaticelandicguy]

So true

[@airportinfohq]

0:31 problem 1: NOT ENOUGH MOTION 2:40 problem 2: NO STORY 5:23 problem 3: OVER-SHOOTING 6:52 problem 4: TOO MUCH GEAR Awesome video!Thanks for sharing.

[@StreetWorksProject]

You have great advices for myself. I'm getting on a vacation with my family to Hong Kong and I can't wait to film the entire 5 days trip. But you are right, its a family vacation. Spending time together with family during the vacation is more important than film them with a camera. Thanks!

[@Ry311GP]

Just rewatched this for the millionth time. Good refresher before i go back home to Florida for a short vacation

[@tjwalkerjr]

Man you are the best/honest filmmaking teacher on KZbin. Thank you.

[@JuanSerradelaFuente]

Brandon make more videos please. Your way of explaining things is absolutely perfect.

[@adamkomusic]

I said many times! Brandon Li and Tom Antos are the best filmmakers! Thanks for very simple and priceless advices!

[@weirdcan]

Only shooting on the best (lighting) times of day is a really great tip for enjoying ones holiday more!

[@secretwpn]

What I like about your videos, Brandon, that they cut to the chase and they are very sober and practical. This is kinda rare these days amongst your colleagues. Also, I'm sure you'll hit 500k in less than half a year. See you there, cheers!

[@ashnichole]

This is hands down the best video I’ve seen with tips for impromptu travel videos. You’re not always going to have a script or plan but how do you find the balance to create an amazing video. Thank you!

[@HeyThomasK]

This vid is absolutely brilliant. I think a huge problem when you shoot travel vlogs is knowing how to storyline and sequence everything at the end. And this helps so much THANK YOU!

[@gilean6179]

Brandon You are an inspirational human being.

[@AuStNpD]

The most straightforward person on KZbin your videos are great

[@Leprutz]

I am so glad that I saved this video into a playlist I call tutorials. Cause right now I am editing a little vacation trip and I am lost already. So great tips here.

[@Ricewind142]

You seriously have the best tutorial videos ive seen on youtube. Your channel is going to explode in no time..

[@ChugliTV]

Yaaaaasssss!!! So needed this. Thanks Brandon.

[@rmak87]

The amount of actual practical knowledge covered in this video is incredible. Thank you!

[@STopgyal]

Lot of them make sense. I just returned from trips to Alaska, BC Vancouver, Seattle and Portland. I saw your video on Suspension bridge and that was a heck of challenge as tons of tourists are there. I wish your video have come sooner. I always enjoy video. Thanks a bunch for the tips.

[@umbilheteporfavor]

This is the single video that gave me the best tips on KZbin ever. So much noise out there, it's nice to see one that really helps and i'm looking forward to try everything on my next trip. Thank you, Brandon!

[@melodyait]

Brandon~ We appreciate your insight, expertise, delivery and lack of pretension. Thanks for investing in us with your channel. Superb content and class. Safe travels! ~ Melody and Vincent

[@raksh9]

Funny you mention the telephone call voiceover. I created a series of promotional videos that used a phone call to a friend as the underlying theme. Clients loved it and the campaign worked. Also, thank you for the idea of organizing clips by day/night, and for thinking about shooting during travel when light is best.

[@familjahmetaj]

Man u deserve millions of views and subs because u go into details and specific suggestions

[@Curtis-Randall]

I can’t thank you enough for this video. You’ve inspired me to get out of my rut and get going again. Thanks a million billion times

[@brianhawkins]

Man, your videos are impressive. Always well-spoken, not verbose like so many other creators. Just great information presented very well!

[@bogipavlov6783]

Maybe the best channel for inspiration and real solid video making tips. Thank you Brandon.

[@parule]

This is exactly what I needed, because next week I'll be in Thailand and Shanghai for 3 weeks. Thanks Brandon! 👍🏻

[@jonnysimpson3665]

Thanks Brandon! You truly are a great teacher and an inspiration.

[@BryanFrancisco]

You are amazing Brandon! Truly an inspiration.

[@mandytohphotography3828]

Love all your videos. Been watching your videos and tutorials for 2 days non-stop. You are a superstar! Should see your works in Hollywood soon.

[@treytracytravel]

Love these tips. As a travel advisor newly into KZbin this helps a lot. Simple to understand. I’m trying to get better with my travel videos not only as a way to remember my trips but also to tell a story for my clients.

[@gbrnr]

Great tips, thank you very much ! 🙂

[@Menvadi]

So grateful of your advices. You have been my inspiration for so many years now. Luv!

[@ChrisBulilan]

Your videos always ends up in my "best tips & advice" playlist. Thanks for sharing your wisdom! 100K, should be 1M.

[@Davidkiania]

You are by far my most favorite travel filmmaker. This is hands down the best video I have seen from you and I plan to watch this again and again. Great work super helpful. Shortest 8 minute video on youtube.

[@barneymovie1]

All great tips. If you are going to change lens try and do it in a no dust environment. One spec on your sensor can be a pain. Thank you Brandon best wishes Barney

[@persiincorea]

Super useful, as usual!

[@ez1.global186]

Again, a friendly and helpful video of you - thank you so much. You keep it real and down to earth, for my taste. I appreciate your time and effort very much!

[@ideando]

Overshooting is definitely my problem, I tend to shoot everything at everytime. But I'm slowly learning to choose quality shots over quantity and enjoy more the trip than staying behind the camera screen! Thanks Brandon, looking forward to new tips and tricks!

[@BehindRebeccaBlue]

Thank you for being down to earth and giving genuine advice... hard to come around these days in such a saturated online space. You the man 🤘🏻

[@johnhmaw]

More great and inspiring advice. In fact I think that this is relevant for work beyond travel videos. Much of it applies to many types of subject matter. Many thanks.

[@pelele1953]

Such great advice and footage. Can't wait for more empowering videos!

[@jokemplu]

thankyou for the tips! looking forward for more of these kind of contents, very helpful

[@coryinsights]

"if there's one thing people are definitely doing now, it's using plenty of transitions" hahaha roasted

[@travelwithraj]

Great tips, I especially appreciate no3, I'm very aware of when I'm shooting too much vs taking things in, the tip is a great mental compromise to get the best of both.

[@EarthStory]

These tips are AMAZING for my cinematic vanlife channel! Thank you so much Brandon, you're one of the main reasons I'm pushing my filmmaking further every day. Peace & blessings my friend.

[@norfolknonsense7578]

Again very helpful Brandon. I'm glad your channel really seems to explode now. Pretty sure you will hit 1 million subs in less than a year.

[@renevongunten]

Brandon, thank you for sharing. I highly appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos by adding example shoots for each point you make. It really helps me to understand and memorize the key take-aways.

[@MidnightMystify]

OMFG THANK YOU! My boyfriend did over shooting and it was very frustrating to pull him away from the camera. The vacation was great and we had a good time, but man, that was a true struggle.

[@TheMattAbeln]

Your videos are seriously inspiring and have been helping me tremendously. Love your man

[@LifeWithWill]

I've been talking with Ansley recently. Picking her brain about techniques and gear. Love all your tutorials and films. Keep it up!

[@markbernaldez4727]

Very helpful! Thanks for the tips brandon. The best as always.

[@georgekenner6588]

You are one of my top three channels.... you inspire me. Your tips always make me think of story telling. Thank you very much for sharing!

[@schwamieboy1]

One of my fav channels, thanks Brandon.

[@jemuary2069]

Nice tips Brandon! Thank you so much! Keep on posting videos.

[@YounusYousuf]

do you know one thing I found out, YOU ARE ONE OF THE CREATOR WITH LESS NUMBER OF DISLIKES.great content Li.straight to the points.

[@LydiaExplores]

I love the fact that your tips are all actionable! I have only been making "cinematic travel montages" so far and I've wanted to incorporate storytelling into them but didn't really know how (other than a voiceover) so thank you very much for the three other tips :)

[@LeonMTan]

i really love your calm voice,feels relaxing

[@FakeAccents]

I know I definitely overshoot and that if I do make a travel video it is very basic and typical. However these tips have brought some ideas to mind - but for the mean time I want to focus more on different ways to edit and learn to get better shots.

[@peterblenz7368]

You are such an amazing teacher. Great tips as always!

[@PathLessPedaledTV]

Great tips!

[@EntryNo5]

Thank you Brandon! You give the best and most practical advice as always :) i definitely appreciate that you so openly share with us all these tips.. for that you have gained 1 more youtube subsciber in me! Keep up the great work, hope ur channel grows even more because you deserve it!

[@andytee88]

always useful tips, thanks Brandon, you're simply the best

[@TheNampapapa]

Deep insights. Clear explanations. Thanks

[@ryclarkmediaarts8845]

Thank you. Your tips and advice are so valuable and helpful. I'm in about to start editing our Norway vacation and i'm so glad you released this.

[@gpk7683]

Many thanks for the advice. Many more please

[@FuzzyBlueJay]

Great tips Brandon. One of my struggle of shooting is the balance between shooting/working vs enjoying the experience.

[@blantin]

I've seen so many tutorials on travel videos and this by far is my favorite. Congrats on hitting 100k!

[@Projectlinkme]

Incredible video tutorial! Very in depth and conceptually sound! Thanks for this!

[@stuhunter]

Brilliant content as always. Much appreciated!

[@DanielVerdyck]

Thank you for a great tips Brandon, keep inspiring us.

[@TheJosa007]

I am about to go to Europe, and you just gave me information I will use. Thank you for making this video.

[@digital.masala]

Thank you very much Brandon. Extremely useful tips👍🏽

[@Y0ungPjay]

You're a LEGEND Brandon!

[@MattWhittingham]

Thanks Brandon, learn more from your videos than any other source. Biggest take out for me was to work on the travel narrative or story in my travel videos

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

I don't think story has to be narrative but it is a necessary ingredient in some form. The audience should feel like they ended somewhere different from where they began.

[@taz2it]

Great advice and well presented. Thanks, from a photographer starting to reach out to do travel videos too.

[@brandonleegreen700]

First things first... +10 for your name! Second things... second? I recently did shot some unplanned footage of my 28-day honeymoon and just realized I followed a few of these tips (specifically the time of day shots). And C) I shot WAY TOO MUCH footage, but with your tips in my tool belt, I'll be better prepared next time. Great content! Instantly subscribed and congrats on 100K!

[@weeri]

Thanks for the helpful tips. Although I'm already traveling and making videos for over a year I still found these useful.

[@antonkollo1311]

Man this is really really helpful, not only for travel videos. One thing I am lacking is motions. WIll work on that for sure. Thanks again.

[@KIXPLORE]

i remember watching this video a couple of months ago and i love it how its still relevant. you discuss so many things that i wouldn't of every thought of when it comes to travel footage. its not just about the footage its about the experience. but this coming December I'll be traveling for video so i'll be doing video non stop. but i'll still try to remember to take in the experience thanks again for the tips Brandon

[@mattstafford9999]

dude!! best vids ever, love your thoughts and theory on how you shoot!! thanks again

[@marklitvin9291]

Brandon you're the man! Thank you!

[@Geobi242]

Thanks for this wonderful tips! Just finished my trip yesterday though and it was awesome tour of Cebu. If only I have seen this video before, then I have taken a lot better shots and enjoyed the trip at the same time. ^_^

[@zeroliuxiyuan]

100k?! Why not 1M already! Come on, Brandon deserves more subscribers

[@tobymaggs3981]

Awesome tips , great info as always ,super helpful ,keep them coming 👍🏻

[@maverickcoltmanphotography5893]

Hey. Thanks for the tips. I cant get enough of your work. It's amazing

[@ohmissbailey4118]

Super helpful... Thanks a billion! Im super new to film making so this is great to know❤

[@BillBooz]

Brandon, thank you very much for sharing your insight. Excellent and practical tips!

[@Chigabaw]

Definitely the best pack of advice I've ever seen about the topic so far. Keep it up Brandon!

[@DavidLindgren89]

MoMoKoKo Agree! I wish I knew this when I filmed my Eurotrip last year!

[@RandomMariah]

Thank you Brandon! I've learned a lot!

[@MaxTeohYC]

Thanks again for another great inspiration

[@harrycallaghan22]

Excellent tips. I'll try and take some of this on board.

[@cisar2003]

Congrats on your 100K subscribers and thank you for the incredible amount of great information you share with any of us who want to one day be able to shoot half as decent as you.

[@1thaShivaji]

Candid advice Brandon! Thanks a lot! Keep sharing your experiences.

[@mikkasuarez1832]

Thank you for sharing your skills, love from Philippines ♥️♥️♥️

[@romsprod]

So nice to share your skills Brandon, you're the best, thx

[@claudiomoles]

excellent tips. outstanding image quality on your videos.

[@krackr8089]

Thanks a ton. You've covered those problems which I didn't even realise I encountered. Had subscribed when your subscriber count was at 65k. Congratulations on reaching 100k. But you definitely are light years ahead of those who have more subscribers. Math doesn't matter. 👍

[@shenmax]

I always learn something from your video 👍 Thank You and Merry Christmas !

[@JJ_Hernandez]

Great videos Brandon, I subscribed to you because you're genuine and concise with your speaking. Keep it up 😁