THE GREAT OUTDOORS
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from the modern world. Photographically, it can be whatever you want it to be.
Think about what you like to do during your downtime. You may have a
penchant for hikes and just want to snap a few shots of the wilderness or a
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wildlife and birds, you should bring a camera with a long zoom lens (see our
Safari recommendations). If you’re more of a kayaker, think about a waterproof
camera or a GoPro (see our Paradise recommendations). And if hikes through
the wilderness are your thing, grab a light camera with a good macro capability
to get those great shots of the tiny details of the world.
SIGHTSEEING
Vacation destinations aren’t always exotic. Many a family has hopped in the
minivan to make the journey to Colonial Williamsburg. And younger folks,
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For these types of trips, a phone will serve you well. To step up your game,
though, consider an interchangeable lens model. You’ll have the option to
change your perspective by adding one of my favorite tools for walking in an
unfamiliar city: an ultra-wide zoom lens. Our favorites include the Sigma 14-
24mm for full-frame systems and the Tamron 10-24mm for APS models.