How To: Make Your First EVER Travel Video (3 Tips)

Learn how to make your FIRST EVER travel video with these 3 tips.
Making your first ever travel video can be scary - you've seen awesome inspiration, you want to capture your holiday perfectly... and you don't know where to start.
These three tips are going to help you out when making that first travel video - and if you're already experienced in the travel video game, you'll still find these helpful as they may give you ideas about your own filmmaking process.
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Watch the 30 minute training 'The 7 Secrets To Cinematic Travel Videos' here: lifestylefilmblog.com/7-secrets
Learn how to talk to camera with this One Page 'Cheat Sheet' PDF here: lifestylefilmblog.com/cheat-s...
Let me know your thoughts and if you have any questions in the comments below!
Music (with the dogs clip) - Baby by Ecepta
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[@davidgunther1282]

I wanna make a cool travel video so when I'm 80 I can watch it and say "Yeah. You lived a little."

[@ChrisMustList]

I'm with you - same for me! Hopefully I can make it to 80!!!

[@Sol-ck3tp]

That's kinda beautiful

[@moorissameritsebatjokro952]

Awesome tips for sure! 1. Find your style (360 all the time, or slow motion for example) 2. Select your shots, think about how you want to shoot and utilize the footage first, and stay steady 3. Bridge the gap (what’s the story in your travel vlog?) 4. What will save you the most time: use a timer in editing your videos!

[@anthonymyer7247]

💯

[@colebuckhart]

haha, oh shit, nailed it. this video says nothing.

[@chaelesirvinmanansala4009]

what do you mean by timer in editing videos??

[@alejandro4452]

Moorissa Meritseba Tjokro what app do you usually use to edit your videos?

[@VentureAHighway]

thank you!

[@MichaelBanfield]

I honestly just want to capture time as it is. I love taking small video clips daily of just random stuff. Whether it's friends chatting on the couch, or just my empty apartment, things change so much and I would like to look back. Same with my travels, I want to remember everything and see and hear my friends and loved ones!

[@PrettyKittyPaintings]

I am an illustrator who had the chance to take two back-to-back trips. Not only did these trips helped me, but they also influenced my art. I want to be able to encourage other artists bogged down by everyday life to get out once in a while and enjoy their surroundings. There's just too little time in this world to look at the world with the same cloudy mindset. Going cross country and heading to the Caribbean was the best refresher to date.

[@deniseklaasman7629]

My motivation: I love filming, I love traveling, I love editing So all together a travel video haha

[@EricZyla]

I just quit my job as analyst at a bank. I spent the last 10 years there while making some extra money on the side as a local musician. Now I'm moving to Thailand in two months. I enjoy the beauty of any creative process; whether it's song writing, drawing, catching a good photo, or video editing. My goal is to make creativity my life. I hope that some day I can make a career out of putting together moments that can touch people's emotions.

[@TMMWORLDWIDE]

Hi Eric, just read your post now and wondering on how you are finding your new adventure!

[@debjoydhole9789]

All the best....hope u r getting along just fine

[@anthonymyer7247]

That's awesome!

[@tinafinmokodlawson4421]

Awesome! Good for you. Go to the Philippines. You will surely fall in love with the place. "Tao Philippines"

[@TDPlayz]

Well wishes from Canada! 😀

[@taytaythetraveller84]

I create travel videos as my own virtual diary. I have my written diary with my thoughts, feelings and memories while my travel videos help me really reply and relive those moments. The two combined will help me never forget how lucky I am

[@balramchaudhary8065]

I have been traveling since 17 years old but I never made any video now I'm 23 but this time I'll start making vlogs, I'm the bloody inspiration for my self.i love traveling bcz u meet so many amazing people around the world, we share beautiful stories with each other. Moreover I learn a lot while traveling

[@PSawyer099]

I want to materialize memories in someway, to keep emotions and breathtaking views on camera. And after years I can see the wonderful adventures I had. I can show them to my kids. I can inspire other people to travel and exprece themselfs. Thank you for your amazing tips and work :)

[@samtei9903]

Vasilena Pavlevcheva yes I love that! That’s why I’m starting now

[@dd7prashant4533]

I am From India I also think like you about my kids so i can say him that your father is a stud .🤣

[@konstantinatsoumi3236]

Traveling to Indonesia tomorrow, want to capture some moments and make a beautiful travel diary full of memories

[@tiffanyblangley5409]

I just ordered my first camera online, a Panasonic G85. Agh so happy! I can't wait to start taking pictures and making videos/vlogging. I am setting off to travel for the next at least 6 months - Bali, then India then the Philippines - basically south east asia. I am new to everything when it comes to this topic, can't wait to learn, create an travel. I am a yoga practitioner and international traveling yoga instructor. Thank you for this video. Namaste!

[@maddyade]

I want to showcase how awesome the world is, starting off with showing the amazing landscape of Scotland! We focus too much on materialistic things, I want to encourage people to get out in nature and enjoy the views! Nature is incredible, and we're so lucky to be able to experience it, but many people miss out.

[@JamesandLaurent]

Our motivation is exactly what you mentioned. We have jobs that don't tap into our creative side and making travel videos is one way to get that part of our brain going. Thanks for all your super useful tips.

[@Suman_]

I just love traveling new places and I want to share my experiences with others .

[@Pvlogs22]

I love looking back at the hard work and memory that I made

[@ChrisMustList]

I'm with you!

[@KaterynaZiuz]

It's always interesting to have not only pictures from a trip, but something more. When you have tons of random videos, it's boring to watch them. But when you have 2-3 mins of a selected content - it brings you back to the trip and it's a really good memories. That's why I try to make such travel videos :)

[@bush2coast801]

Oh Gawd...You just described everything I did on a 34 day trip in the north of Australia. I wish I'd seen your videos before I started that trip. EVERYTHING you said to do was what I didn't do. Cheers Thomas for awesome advice. 😊

[@Andrew_marr]

As a landscape and travel photographer, I create videos on location to inspire people to grab their camera and get out and shoot photos. I’m doing this to share the stories behind my images and build a community of like minded creatives. Awesome tips here Thomas, I do many of them but the bonus tip of time boxing the editing is one I’m going to try and do for my next video, cheers mate!

[@Dysfort]

Andrew Marr I'm a new travel video maker and I'm subscribing to anyone subscribing to my channel and liking this comment! 😊

[@devntube]

My First Travel Video shot on mobile... Love to have your feedback! #chalakudy #kerala #mobilevideo #thelonerider kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHfCcqN6YruCi5I

[@StephanieSaintRemy]

DYSFORT I will!

[@khaanibroadcast]

That start listening to music and visualizing is what I think of doing too.

[@DuendeEnt]

I'm a Bulgarian folklore dancer and soon, with my group, we'll be going on tour in Macao. I will tour with them for the first time ever, so I want to capture the dynamics of performing, traveling, meeting new people and experiencing new cultures. Thanks for the tips :)

[@christosko1546]

Just found this video and it's awesome to see how many filmmakers are sharing their creative work here on youtube! also great tips ins this video, i think it will help upcoming filmmakers a lot!

[@n1x313]

You need to make more videos man, I've learnt so much from you. I'm going on a trip soon and will apply the principles I have learnt from you and hopefully come up with something decent.

[@zurcfamily]

I enjoy showing the world, how each place is unique, different, and beautiful!

[@PhilippKlein]

Thank you for this! I've already done a few travel/adventure films but this definitely helps to prepare for the next ones!

[@emery_launius]

I am traveling to 8 different countries in Europe over the course of five months and I am looking forward to sharing my experience with films!! This vid is great and motivates me even more. thank you :)

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Waiting until summer or heading in winter? We can't wait to head that way.

[@madisontolley7822]

As an aspiring travel vlogger, I want to share my story while traveling around the world.

[@ChrisMustList]

You and me both!

[@anupkrishnas]

I love to do this because I want to inspire people to travel. Coz traveling is the best education you can get & It teaches you the way of life. Each place has a different culture and each person has a story to tell. In total travel makes you a complete human!

[@senpintravelsandmore]

I’m a senior citizen and I just started a new hobby, vlogging. I figure it’ll be good to keep my mind busy creatively. Who knows where this will lead me? At least my travel photos and videos will not just be filed away unseen.

[@Muaythai888]

Thank you for your tips. I agree with you.

[@ABIZITV]

Me too

[@stefanskunstatelier]

Hey Thomas, thank you for your tips. My motivation is, that while editing it feels like I am on vacation again. I love it and its a fun and relaxing time for me :-) Best regards and safe travels, Stefan

[@chicwanderess]

so much reason but i just love to be everywhere randomly. it feels good.

[@maddygravatt1563]

the beautiful aesthetics of capturing my memories, it makes me so happy when it all fits together beautifully, but I want my video to look perfect

[@patricklevar]

Good stuff thanks bro really like the timer idea

[@thelifeofhebah5358]

Very useful video! Im in Paris at the moment, very excited to see how my video comes out.

[@mnggracekg]

Thank you very much. I'm learning a lot from your videos. I'm lucky to found you! Keep going! 👍❤

[@Gabiche]

Thank you for your tips and advice. Thumbs up for your video! Good work

[@dezavlog]

Thank you Thomas 💜

[@ShamimTheTraveler]

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[@TheCinemaGuy345]

best time you can upload....i was start eding my video and notification came....love you thomas from india

[@LizzSmoak]

Probably the best video I've seen on starting out with travel video! Brief, relevant, articulate and accurate!!! Thank you!

[@victorialinel6533]

This was super motivating. I love capturing the small every day moments while I'm traveling. I think there's something really beautiful about it, and it makes me happy that I can share those moments through my footage with people, and maybe even inspire them to travel to a place so they can experience what I saw

[@theolli9951]

Thomas, you inspired me... I don't have much money to invest, but I love what I do and thank you for showing me what I want for my career my life!Thank you, professor!

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[@valeriasotnykova9172]

can you make a video about how you actually SHOOT travel videos? (:

[@cothvideo169]

Valeria Sotnykova ikr that’s what I was thinking

[@trung0307]

Exactly, he keeps talking

[@frie_.lunaticcc1082]

@Berhnardt Do what is he supposed to be doing shouting?

[@Ell_lovell]

@@frie_.lunaticcc1082 lol I’m dead

[@matthewesposito6973]

Capturing and making memories and sharing those memories with others

[@traveldreamvibes708]

Thank you very much for your valuable suggestions....👍👍🙏🙏

[@SneakerTalk]

In Japan right now making more vlogs! Thanks for all your tip videos man!

[@ABIZITV]

I'm also in Ghana Africa, trying my best

[@LetsGetStarted]

Fun!

[@eliseerickson5994]

Also I loved your third tip!! Listening to music while you shoot is SO SO SO helpful!!

[@akthehigh]

I love this in so many ways! You've hit it right on the bullseye. Thanks so much for always making quality content!!!

[@KelsVaughne]

The timer tip is such a good idea!

[@moofilms]

Quality as always Thomas 👍 My reason is to share my story.

[@akozy]

Really enjoyed the information in this video! Select your shots, definitely the number one piece of advice for me. Thanks so much!

[@saari.visuals]

When I'm finished with Highschool I want to travel around Asia and not only capture my memories but also be able to show my family and friends what I've experienced

[@TheSouthCarolinians]

I went to Cuba back in February, and I recorded hours worth of footage while I was there. I still haven't gotten around to editing a lot though because I feel so overwhelmed with how much footage I have. I'm going to try the "Use a timer" technique, and see if that helps me get through it. Wish me luck! -Michael

[@JjCoronet]

It looks like you filmed this at the pagoda in north London on hampstead heath , never been there but it looks flamiliar some how

[@ankitamandal4037]

I am a person who comes from.a middle class background. But I love traveling like anything. I want to do travel videography so that I can travel the whole world. Yours video was really helpful. Thank you.

[@supraaa05]

These tips are so solid man. We all appreciate the content you're putting out there for us. Keep it up man! Cheers.

[@Ortxn]

Perfect timing! I've been binge watching ur vids cuz I'm about to leave for a vocation and am planing to make a video about it. I've learned a lot from u, keep it up man love ur vids

[@lewisfrancis3290]

Orton yeah same here

[@mitchellgreen4790]

How'd the video go man?!

[@Ortxn]

Life of Pez got a lot of good feedback but the video got taken down because i used copyrighted music

[@mitchellgreen4790]

That sucks dude!! Mind checking out mine?! I think there's a site where you can download music that isn't copyright so you can add cool music to your vids.

[@Ortxn]

Life of Pez id have to start from scratch because my vid was edited to the beats on the song I chose. Yeah sure I'll check out your vid

[@homersimpson4331]

Hey, so I'm just on a trip and I need your help! After making a few videos I have figured that my films need way more faces. But the problem is should I film myself or just random people around me? Both is not that great I think because if you have a lot of random people you can't really tell a story that's going to be Interessent the whole video but I also have no camera man to film me and the dudes I travel with are not that interested in film so any Tipps? I'm really struggling with this...

[@ayiosonthames4291]

My motivation = partly mid-life crisis but mostly my passion for walking in London, and a desire to capture that, as you said in your previous video, with some form of purpose. I am a total noob but loving your advice and guidance.

[@deanjoshua1948]

I like making travel videos to have something to look back in the future.A memory not just to remember but to see.

[@bouradise]

This is so true. Can't start the edit because I took too much footage with no plans 😅😪 Thank you for the tips 👍🏻😁

[@rikimadiputra1974]

Bour Na Chiengmai i do the same 😂

[@tino3826]

My inspiration is to share my experiences with the people around me

[@JPacheco]

Thank you for the advice! I just started doing travel videos and faced some of these events already.

[@natusce]

I traveled quite a bit on my own when I was single, now I have 2 kids and a husband and my inspiration to making travel videos is for my when they get older to go back and watch those (awesome) videos "mom made when we were kids and travel as a family" kind of thing.

[@vincentlu8624]

Motivation for me: beeing able to see all amazing memories of my trip in a short and simple way (rather than having a thousand photos on ly computer that I never check out)

[@albahernandez8907]

I'm studying abroad this summer in Malta and I'm doing a travel journal, so I want to kinda do that same thing with a video

[@mermaidlindsey1293]

I’ve always wanted to start my own travel channel but was so scared of judgment or confusion with editing/camera gear. This video was so helpful and inspiring! Thank you!

[@bornanomad5160]

Thank you so much for this! I know you made this video 2 years ago. But this is some really helpful stuff! I have wanted to make a vlog about traveling for a long time! It actually took me listening to Jeremy Cowart to realize that this was something that I really needed to start doing! The reason I want to make a travel vlog is for a couple of different reason. 1. Show people the world! So many people have never traveled and its something that I want to do and allow others to see too. 2. Help people learn about different cultures 3. I want to make enough money to pay for my travels I am a broke College student I don't have money, most of the money I made is used traveling 4. I love to travel and I want to remember my adventures! Thank you so much for all these tips! I really appreciate it!

[@The_official_jaijai]

My motivation is my family. I'm in the navy and I know they would love to be with me and since they can't this could help them stay with me even though they aren't actually there with me.

[@shibluahmed4942]

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[@jaclyndichter7646]

how do you choose the music for your videos

[@nelli1820]

Thank you so much! I will be doing lots of travel videos when I go for a semester abroad and these tips really helped me. :)

[@chadchasingnora8592]

every tips mentioned make sense! thanks! There was once when I ended up not editing at all because of not timing.

[@NoreenAquino]

You need to have your own style like Alex Norman, Nas Daily, Sam Kolder, Rob Whitworth etc to be known. Alex, I'm a silent reader in your emails and here for few months now. Pls visit Philippines. Love yah xoxo

[@cjmadridtv4289]

ayos

[@LukaszDmowski]

Fantastic tips. Just doing it a lot is they key. Dude, come to Poland sometimes. I make travel videos from here, would love to show you around. Who's 🇵🇱 watching this channel? :D

[@perlablanc533]

Lukasz Dmowski sick videos. Your girl is cute ;)

[@liak1680]

Lukasz Dmowski nice videos! 😉

[@jakobmccomb8757]

Lukasz Dmowski traveling tomorrow and you appear in my recommended. Perfect timing. I make travel videos to remember and showcase memories

[@Dysfort]

Lukasz Dmowski I'm a new travel video maker and I'm subscribing to anyone subscribing to my channel and liking this comment! 😊

[@aganawoj793]

Lukasz Dmowski PL👌

[@Laurenbredenkamp]

Thanks for the video., definitely taking it on board with my next video!

[@inherelement3770]

For the memories and to share my holiday with my family overseas!

[@MohammadNABhuiyan]

I am leaving my 9-5 job to make travel video. I feel like 9-5 is a prison life and I like traveling and what I always love to do and at the same time if I can make video for youtube that would be great.

[@berenicei.7283]

MNA Bhuiyan omg best of success!!

[@Zeeblahblah]

Good luck. Follow your heart ❤

[@rogue0192]

you've got courage dude, all the best!

[@Shoaib_Khan85]

there is a thin line between courage and stupidity, dont cross it.

[@joshpower3053]

Hey Thomas. I was wondering what's best to use to edit the travel videos?

[@masken8355]

DaVinci Resolve

[@EllaSenpai]

Filip Is this a free software without watermarks? And is it any good for beginners? :)

Wow, these are some real PRO tips! Thank you very much for sharing them, Thomas. This helped me a lot. Thumbs up and subscribed ✊

[@JakeRichandAnnaChah]

Mate not filming everything is by far the most important tip! Travel filmmakers can easily get lost in forgetting to actually be present and travel. There's certain times when batteries are flat and when your gear isn't around you, and I think that happens for a reason! No need to rush back and get another camera, just leave it and live out the adventure! The right moments will present themselves to be on! and you're camera will be there. Thanks for sharing Thomas, love your work

[@JakeRichandAnnaChah]

probably used a few too many exclamation marks above, sorry for being passionate :)

[@cennasera56]

I was wondering if anyone has any advise on buying a proper, but cheaper, stabiliser for iPhone 7.. lets say between 50-100 dollars.

[@petrhervy]

Please! What is the song/music at 2:45 (the dog scene?). It is so intimate :)

[@kyrou8809]

Did you found the song Buddy ?

[@Szemmoz]

Dude, i really like how you talk all about these psychological stuff like being confident and relaxed rather than going pure technical. I think this is the first step to really get someone doing such a cool thing like video editing. Can't wait for my ski trip to France and capture some moments, tho i only have a gopro 6.

[@haylynntan5222]

Thanks for the tips, it really helps. I just finished filming my very first travel video and I was very shy and awkward on the videos that I took shots of the surroundings more than myself. What makes me want to start making travel video is that I have always been not confident enough with myself on making decision in my life without doubting myself so I've decided to start pushing my limits these days to do something that I always thought about wanting to do but was too afraid to do , I hope in a few more videos coming up from my channel I can see myself growing better to be more confident with myself and not afraid of accepting challenges to improve myself .

[@easterneuropeaninmexico3554]

Hello guys, İ would like to start recording travel videos, but İ do not know what kind of camera to buy. Could you give me an advice?

[@thecalismiths251]

A Go Pro is great for travel videos, it's small & portable, water proof, and good quality!!

[@samtei9903]

I use a canon g7x!! Not waterproof but gives a ton of flexibility on the shots you want to get with the settings. And small and compact to carry around. Plus it has a viewfinder!

[@yuchan5136]

Jungkook. Jungkook inspired me. Jeon Jungkook from BTS, yeah.

[@ludwigxiv1988]

Yu Chan sameee

[@naddy2400]

Me too

[@donamukhopadhyay]

Sameee

[@isharmohan40]

Yu Chan haha same💜

[@littlekitten7912]

Lmao, same.

[@SUGATSHAKYA]

I learned some very important points on travel video making on this video, Thanks you !

[@abdielmateogonzalez9812]

I want to be able to go back and see these videos and remember all those moments that are made eternal on film

[@kudsientertainment2289]

I like traveling and I like making videos that's why I make traveling "Montage" videos ^_^

[@lewisfrancis3290]

What was the music you used with the shots with the dog

[@sunny_boy_sam]

Lewis Francis also wanna know the name of the song 😫

[@lewisfrancis3290]

Samuel Kowalski I can't find it anywhere😩

[@kyrou8809]

Lewis Francis did you found it bro ?

[@bspark119]

Ecepta - Baby (from description)

[@JoshuaBalata]

Thank you so much for this video. Im new to film making and My motivation to make travel videos is to create a memory of the places I've been to and to relive them later. To show them to my children and to rewatch them in a few decades. Thanks again!

[@RhysezPiecez]

2 years backpacking and boatloads of unforgettable memories!

[@aapimenta01]

where do I get the licensed songs to use?

[@kyrou8809]

Hey buddy, Did you found it ?

[@iftiawan5690]

You tube audio library ,in creater tab

[@DavidManev]

FIRST!!!

[@bangkokandmore]

You got it...😂

[@DavionWest]

My main motivation for making travel videos is because I want to motivate others to travel and see the world. I want them to see how awesome different cultures and other people are. So that they can see were not really all that different.

[@Tokki-Bon]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing 👍 just made my first travel video :) still have a lot to learn, so I'm really grateful for creators like you who share their valuable experience :)

[@jessicamoric4835]

Any good edit programs to edit your travel video for free on a windows pc?

[@mitchforteclassic]

DaVinci Resolve. Will change your life.

[@masken8355]

DaVinci Resolve it’s really powerfull and there is a free version which has all the features you need unless you want to do really advanced stuff

[@StephanieSaintRemy]

Carlo Marzan I was going to ask the same!

[@chocolatechip4519]

I WILL NOT LEAVE A COMMENT!!

[@tinafinmokodlawson4421]

LOL😜

[@sassyb2482]

Agreed thankyou very much 🙌

[@samtei9903]

This is amazing!!! Love the tips on this. Just starting with the travel videos and this is very helpful. Hopefully I can find a style to get some cool videos going!