Varsha Rao, Staff Writer

We’re all dreaming about our next escape right now and if it’s wanderlust you’re looking for, there’s no better place than Instagram to virtually travel the world.  

Here are seven of the dreamiest travel accounts out there to reignite your passion for travel – and maybe inspire your first post-lockdown trip.

@FindUsLost

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Woke up early to Czech out the sunrise 😛⛅️ Swipe for my favorite video from this morning! It’s my second time in Prague, this time on a girls trip so that means food + exploring + spa 🧖🏼‍♀️ (can’t even decide which is my favorite, can you?!) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Edited with our new winter presets, see the ‘before’ photo on @finduslostpresets

A post shared by Selena Taylor | Travel (@finduslost) on Feb 5, 2020 at 7:51am PST

Why we love it: In 2016, Selena Taylor quit her full-time job in Los Angeles to pursue her lifelong dream of living in Europe – and provide the rest of us with some serious travel eye-candy via Instagram.

Together with her boyfriend Jacob, she embarked on a three-month road trip through the Balkans before relocating to Amsterdam, creating ‘Find Us Lost’ as a way to document their adventures. A lust-worthy curation of the stunning sights of the world, the account features weekend getaways, budget-friendly trips, unknown destinations, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: Europe, for its sky-high mountains and history-rich destinations.

@Gypsea_Lust

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Guys head over to @doyoutravelpresets we’re having a quick giveaway of alll our presets, including the unreleased Korea Collection which this picture was edited with so you’ll be the first one to try them out 🤩 #Bali #doyoutravelpresets

A post shared by lauren bullen (@gypsea_lust) on Nov 25, 2019 at 6:02am PST

Why we love it: From emerald-green rice terraces in Bali to the pristine beaches of Hawaii and the crowded streets of Seoul, Lauren Bullen induces wanderlust with every destination she visits with her boyfriend, Jack Morris (of @DoYouTravel fame).

The couple’s chocolate labradoodle, Oreo, is also a firm fixture in the feed, living his best life under the Balinese sun. Beware, you might just want to book a vacation (and buy a pup) after seeing her out-of-this-world imagery.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: Bali, for its Instagram-perfect infinity pools and rice terraces.

@girleatworld

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I was just scrolling through my VSCO feed and realized that… I forgot to post a ton of #GirlEatWorld from Kyoto 🇯🇵! 😂 This is the cutest marshmallow from the Hello Kitty cafe @op.118 and I randomly stumbled into while walking around Ninenzaka in Kyoto. We thought this is a mandatory photo since my nails matched 💁🏻💅🏼. Oh sweet memories… I will never get bored of Japan. —- I will be writing on the blog about Japan eats very soon. Follow me on facebook.com/GirlEatWorld for blog updates! — #TooCuteToEat #ShotOniPhone6sPlus #HelloKitty #HelloKittyLover #eeeeeats

A post shared by ❤️ Mel's Food & Travel log (@girleatworld) on May 31, 2016 at 8:32am PDT

Why we love it: This one’s for the foodies. Who said a travel account has to feature pink lakes, hot air balloon rides and icy glaciers? Take one look at Melissa Hie’s feed and you’ll want to take a foodie vacation immediately.

On a solo trip through Europe, Melissa discovered a love for gastronomy as she ate her way across the continent. Since she didn’t have anyone to share them with, she photographed the dishes against incredible European backdrops – and the rest is history. Get hangry over chai from Rajasthan, eclairs from Paris and pork buns from Taipei.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: China, for its Hello Kitty dumplings and mooncakes.

@alexpreview

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When you find the one place, where every single thing you see tells you to stay ⛰✨ @fsborabora

A post shared by ➳ Λ L E X (@alexpreview) on Jan 24, 2020 at 10:54am PST

Why we love it: This is dreamy travel content at its best. Germany-based luxury travel creator Alex can truly transport you through his expertly curated feed, taking you from the glittering lights of Vegas to the plains of Africa.

But it’s really his postcard-perfect photographs of uber-luxurious resorts in the Maldives will make you green with envy. Even if you aren’t a beach person, his breathtaking tropical imagery of Thailand and Bora Bora might just turn the tide.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: Bora Bora, for its white sandy beaches and shimmering lagoons.

@saltinourhair

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🎊 WE’RE HAVING A PARTY! (+ Giveaway) 🤩 4 years ago we published our first travel guide on our website. Starting insecure, writing in English, hoping the information was useful to our readers. But today, we couldn’t be more proud of our award-winning website that every day inspires & helps thousands of people to travel the world ✨ . Over the years we received countless messages of readers who had the best travel experiences with the help of our guides and that’s the best reward we can get! 😍 . ————————————— GIVEAWAY (3 winners) – *WIN a video call with us where you can ask us anything & our Master Collection 3.0 (valued 118 USD). . The only thing you have to do is: – Share on your IG stories how saltinourhair.com inspired you or will inspire you to travel to a destination. – Tag @saltinourhair in it so we will see your stories Get as creative as you like – We’ll pick 3 winners Tuesday!

A post shared by HANNAH & NICK – A TRAVEL LIFE (@saltinourhair) on May 24, 2020 at 6:19am PDT

Why we love it: Oh, to be part of a roaming Instagram travel couple. Hannah and Nick certainly dish up the goods when it comes to couple goals: from Uzbekistan to Sri Lanka, Vietnam and Malacca, the world is a canvas for this photogenic pair.

Together they have traversed the length and breadth of the globe to bring you some serious eye candy to feed your travel cravings. Expect exotic architecture amid moody Bali snaps.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: Thailand, for its hidden beaches and remote islands.

@kyrenian

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Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italy Manarola is a small coastal town perched on top of a rugged cliff overlooking the beautiful Ligurian Sea. It is the oldest of the five villages known as Cinque Terre.

A post shared by ALTUG GALIP (@kyrenian) on May 3, 2020 at 7:37am PDT

Why we love it: It’s all about the landscapes on this account. Professional travel photographer Altug Kalip has traversed more than 50 countries and showcases every destination in a different light.

Expect to find dazzling images of Switzerland in autumn, crystal-clear Yucatan cenotes, Paris in spring and snow-dusted Russian palaces. It’s guaranteed to add countless destinations to your bucket list.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: Italy, for its rolling vineyards and hillside towns.

@luxury.escapes

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Unrivaled serenity is only a 90 minutes’ drive from stunning Wellington at the Wharekauhau Country Estate in New Zealand. Now live on LE.

A post shared by Luxury Escapes👜 ✈️🌴 (@luxury.escapes) on Feb 17, 2020 at 10:37pm PST

Why we love it: At the risk of tooting our own horn, we lust after our own Instagram feed thanks to its combination of alluring hotels and resorts in spectacular locations around the world – providing the perfect inspiration for your next escape.

Whether it’s overwater villas in the Maldives, resorts nestled amid the lush jungles of Bali, sky-high hotels in Singapore or even remote island havens, there’s something on the menu for every type of traveller here.

It makes us want to book a ticket to: New Zealand, for its arresting fiords and geothermal wonders.