As the clock ticks down to midnight and we look forward to the adventures to be had in 2017, I decided to put together a collection of the top 9 photos of 2016 on the Resource Travel Instagram account. Now, having been to Iceland twice, I obviously know it’s one of the most incredible places on the planet, but based on the fact that 5 of our top 9 most liked images were from Iceland, apparently our fans can’t get enough of the unique landscapes either! In addition to the five images from Iceland, two others were from Iceland’s similar looking sister, The Faroe Islands.
Even more so, it appears our community is drawn to colder images and environments, as there is only one photo in the nine with a warm tone and setting.
Needless to say, putting this list together was an interesting look into what our community responds to. So without further delay, feast your eyes on the #ResourceTravel Top 9 Photos of 2016!
Happy New Year!
#1) Iceland by @BenjaminHardman
Patience is a virtue in photography. Just as @benjaminhardman felt like he should give up, this aurora borealis appeared in Jokulsarlon, Iceland. Thanks for tagging #ResourceTravel Benjamin! #Iceland #AuroraBorealis
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Jan 21, 2016 at 11:46am PST
#2) Iceland by @SilentGPhoto
Iceland has some of the world's most dramatic landscapes, and @silentgphoto proves it with this image. Selected by @michaelbonocore. Tag #ResourceTravel for a chance to be featured ——— #Iceland #IG_Iceland #MyStopover
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Mar 21, 2016 at 2:49pm PDT
#3) Faroe Islands by @BenjaminHardman
Insane view of the Faroe Islands from the skies by @benjaminhardman. // Selected by @michaelbonocore // Tag #ResourceTravel#FaroeIslands
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Apr 13, 2016 at 6:07pm PDT
#4) Two Jack Lake, Alberta, Canada by @Andy_Best
Read why @andy_best gave up all of his possessions to live in a camper on www.resource.travel or using the link in our profile. ————— #Adventure photographer and filmmaker @andy_best gave up most of his Portland apartment and most of his possessions, bought a custom Rpod camper, and changed his perspective on life by living a never-ending #roadtrip. Read our exclusive interview with Best about the #inspiration behind the decision and see some of his favorite photos from the road. #ResourceTravel #WildernessCulture #SimplyAdventure #ExploreAlberta #Canada #Banff #OptOutside #DiscoverTheRoad
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Mar 2, 2016 at 3:10pm PST
#5) Iceland by @tobyharriman
@tobyharriman captured this stunning photo of the Northern Lights dancing over the teams @campingiceland van while exploring Iceland last week with @shainblumphotography and @andrew.studer. Thanks for tagging #ResourceTravel Toby! #Iceland #NorthernLights #Aurora
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Mar 16, 2016 at 7:58pm PDT
#6) Queensland, Australia by @jewelszee
We at Resource Travel would like to wish happy birthday to one of our favourite photographers from Down Under @jewelszee! We hope your birthday is as beautiful as your photography. #resourcetravel #thisisqueensland #seeaustralia #exploretnq
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Jan 15, 2016 at 12:15am PST
#7) Iceland by @erikmcr
Our friend @erikmcr is getting his mind blown on his first trip to Iceland. Follow along on his adventure. Welcome to photographer heaven Erik! Thanks for tagging #ResourceTravel ?????? // Selected by @michaelbonocore
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May 29, 2016 at 12:51pm PDT
#8) Iceland by @caseymac
Happy birthday to one of our most favorite adventure photographers, @caseymac! Keep inspiring us though your adventures Casey!????? #ResourceTravel #Iceland #IG_Iceland #InspiredByIceland
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Jan 16, 2016 at 9:59pm PST
#9) Faroe Islands by @thefella
Epic shot of the Faroe Islands by @thefella. Thanks for tagging #ResourceTravel Conor! #FaroeIslands
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Feb 13, 2016 at 6:06am PST