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Photo ideas when you’re travelling alone
By Con, founder of Music Wide Selfie · Updated 22 October 2026
Short answerTry walking-away shots, sitting with the view, over-the-shoulder looks at landmarks, hands holding local food, reflections, and wide selfies with the scenery. A mini tripod and timer handle most of them.
Shot list
- Walking away down a street or path.
- Sitting with the view on steps, a wall or a bench.
- Over the shoulder at a landmark.
- Hands holding food, a ticket or a map.
- Reflections in windows and water.
- Wide selfie with the scenery behind you.
Setup
Mini tripod or a ledge, 10-second timer, burst or several rounds.
Safety
Keep an eye on your phone when it’s on a tripod in busy places.
Questions
What if I feel awkward?
Go early when it’s quiet. It gets easier.
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