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26 Travel Memes That Will Make You Laugh in 2022

If you’re a frequent traveler I’m guessing you’re also a fan of funny travel memes.

As frequent travelers, we often find ourselves in amusing and precarious situations. Many of which can be perfectly summed up in a great travel meme. 

So just for fun, I’ve put together this list of the 25 Best Travel Memes on the Internet. You’ll find inspirational travel memes, airline travel memes, social media travel memes, and many more.

Best Travel Memes 2022

All travel memes and journey quotes for this article have been sourced from the internet. The original source for each image is identified where possible.

1. No children travel meme

This is my personal favorite travel meme. It describes my life perfectly.

I don’t have kids so I don’t have to worry about family responsibilities when planning to travel. I’ll go wherever the cheap flights will take me and try to never miss out on a good flight deal.

2. Hotel travel meme

This is one of the most hilarious travel memes I’ve found.

I don’t tend to mess with housekeeping much, but I have to admit this is really funny.

I’ve actually worked in housekeeping before, many, many years ago. I’ve seen some things. But definitely nothing like this.

3. Airplane travel meme

Agreed! There’s something relaxing about flying and looking down on the world below. 

Funny travel quotes like this also perfectly sum up how I feel about flying. I love being away from everything, not knowing anybody, and just having this time to myself.

I’ll listen to a good book or podcast and just enjoy the quiet. You can’t go anywhere until the plane lands, so you might as well make the most of it.

Does anybody else find flying therapeutic?

4. Group travel plans meme

I think this travel meme sums up everybody’s experience when planning a trip with friends.

At least until we learn to stop asking people to join us beforehand. Now I just tell people my plans after I’ve booked my trip.

If they want to join, great! if not, they can stay home. 

I also love how the pics in this travel meme include dogs! Dogs are the perfect recipe for a funny vacation meme.

5. Packing travel meme

This is one of my favorite funny travel memes going around on social media. I think it’s one we can all relate to.

Personally, I buy lots of clothes I never end up wearing, mostly because I’m a terrible shopper.

Yes somehow these clothes always end up in my suitcase. It’s amazing how that works sometimes.  

6. Airline baggage policy travel meme

How perfect is this funny travel meme?

Airline baggage policies often both amuse and infuriate me, mostly because many are a bit ridiculous and don’t make much sense.

I do understand the airlines need to make up for the cost of low ticket prices somehow, but I feel they could do a better job explaining their convuluted baggage policies.

Not all airlines are bad at this, but some certainly are.

I think many also miss that the weight limits are not because the plane will be too heavy, but because the airline is limiting the weight of the bags for baggage handlers.

You wouldn’t want to be lifing 100 pound suitcases all day either. Keeping them closer to 50 pounds is safer for the staff moving your bags on and off the airplane.

7. Water at the airport travel meme

This has happened to me too many times. I’ve since learned to bring a refillable bottle in my carry on.

I can’t imagine how much money this has saved me in just the past year. Now if I could just remember to buy chewing gum before I get to the airport. 

To be totally honest though, while I may not be spending money on bottled water at the airport, I sure don’t seem to have a problem spending money on wine at the airport. Who’s with me?

8. Carry on bags travel meme

I’ve seen this a million times as well.

Fortunately, I usually manage to squeeze my bag in somewhere in the overhead bin. 

It always makes me wonder how some people have so many items when the airlines’s baggage policy states each passenger gets one carry on.

I’m starting to think people just hide their bags when they go to the counter for check in.

9. Airplane boarding meme

Some people take FOREVER in the aisle. I don’t even understand how whatever they’re doing could possibly take that long.

Do they not see the line behind them?

Seriously though, can someone explain this to me?

10. Reclining airplane seat meme

I’ve never been one to recline my seat on an airplane because it doesn’t make the flight any more comfortable.

I also don’t want to squish the person behind me.

Like everybody else, I hate it when the person in front of me reclines their seat. For some reason, this always happens when I’m watching a movie or eating.

Why someone would recline their seat during meal service is beyone me, but it happens. If you paid for your seat on the plane, you can recline it if you wish. It’s really not that big of a deal. I’m usually just happy to be on a plane in the first place.

11. Southwest Airlines meme

I love how seriously some folks take the boarding situation on Southwest Airlines.

I never really put much thought into it other than to ensure I check in right away to get a good boarding position.

I’ve definitely overheard some squabbles between passengers before though. This usually seems to happen when someone tries saving a seat for someone else who hasn’t been able to board yet.

I don’t really get why people insist on doing this. It’s not the end of the world if you don’t get to sit by your friend or partner during a flight.

And if it is such a big deal, why didn’t you just pay the $20 for the first boarding group? Makes no sense to me.

As for me, I head to the back of the plane to grab a window seat and silently hope no one sits next to me.

12. Reward points travel meme

Gotta love The Office…and travel reward points. 

I don’t know about you, but I always make my purchases using a credit card that gets me points for travel.

I personally use the Chase Sapphire and a few Marriott rewards credit cards. I use the Sapphire for airfare and the Marriott cards for my hotels. It works out perfectly.

If you don’t already have a good travel rewards credit card or business travel rewards card, I strongly encourage you to get one. Use it for all your daily purchases, you’d be surprised how quicly those points add up.

Just be sure to pay it off in full each month. The reward points are no longer worth it if you’re paying hundreds of dollars in interest fees to carry a balance.

But if you can handle the card responsibly, say hello to free flights and hotels.

13. Airplane boarding travel meme

Any meme with John Goodman makes my list. 

Plus vacation memes about people blocking the airplane aisle are so accurate. I don’t understand this aspect of traveling by plane.

When I’m boarding a plane I usually feel awkward if people are waiting behind me to pass. So much so that I’ll do whatever I can to limit my time in the aisle.

If I’m taking longer that a few seconds, I’ll usually just step out of the aisle to let other pass if there’s room to do so. Not sure why everybody doesn’t do this.

Also, what’s up with people waiting until they board the plane to start digging things out of their carry on roller bag? Why? Just why?

14. The summer tourist vacation meme

My own reaction is similar. I live in Los Angeles and know that certain areas of the city are just off limits come summer.

I’m talking about you Santa Monica and Hollywood Blvd. 

Even when I make my travel plans I consider the possible crowds for the destination I want to visit. I usually avoid Europe entirely in the summer. Not only are there too many tourists, but the prices are way too high.

I’d much rather travel in the spring and fall when everybody else is back at work. You wouldn’t believe all the deals you can get by opting for off season travel destinations .

15. The Alpaca Road Trip Meme s

Every list of funny travel memes needs an alpaca road trip meme. Plus, this one shows the true spirit of a road trip.

Road trips are best when they’re spontaneous, with the right people who are down for anything.

16. Waiting for my friends to travel meme

People often ask me when we’re going to travel together?

I used to entertain these comments with destination ideas and time frames. Now I just respond by suggesting they let me know when they’re ready to book the trip.

This is usually the end of the conversation. I think many people just like to talk about traveling, but don’t really have any intention of doing it. 

17. Always posting on social media travel meme

We all have that friend who has to post every single photo they take on Facebook. You know the one.

18. Parents traveling without you meme

Many of us can relate to this in one way or another, whether it be travel or something else. It always seems your parents start doing cool things after you’ve grown up and moved out.

19. Covid Travel Meme

So many of us had travel plans this year that were cancelled. I know some of us handled it better than others. Here’s to hoping we’re out of this soon.

20. I wish I was quarantined in Paris travel meme

This was absolutely me for the majority of the pandemic. I live in a suburb of Los Angeles and would have given anything to be stuck somewhere more interesting.

21. Airlines travel meme

I’ve only done this once, and never again. Unless I find a spectacular deal, I much prefer to pay a little extra for more comfort and convenience these days.

22. Cruise Travel Memes

I don’t think anyone had it worse during Covid than the cruise industry. I have no idea how they plan to operate again, but I’m sure things will be interesting when they do.

23. When your mom is always worried travel meme

I absolutely relate to this one. No matter where on the planet I go, my mom is always worried about the safety of the destination.

Honestly, most of the destinations I visit are safer than where I live.

24. Airline seating travel memes

In all honesty, it never ceases to amaze me how little room some airlines leave for passengers between the rows. I’m lucky I’m on the small side.

25. Airport Travel Meme

I admit it, I’m definitely guilty of this one. I’m excited to be at the airport and traveling, but also bored at the same time. It’s a difficult situation.

26. Bank account travel meme

When your travel dreams are bigger than your bank account. I feel like this is true for most of us, and it’s definitely true for me.

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101 Hilarious Travel and Vacation Memes for Every Kind of Traveler

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Nothing is better than a Funny Travel Meme

Travel is fun, exciting, exhausting, exhilarating, stressful, thrilling, beautiful, and sleep-inducing. You can travel solo, with your family, with your friends, and with perfect strangers.

But no matter your travel style or travel companions, here are the best travel memes, vacation memes, and road trip memes just for you.

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1. Looking for a Travel Soulmate?

You don’t want to be locked in a ca bin in winter, a cute summer cottage , or a whole entire RV with the wrong person!

2. Nothing Compares to You

I would replace #5 with Diet Coke, but the rest is accurate.

3. They Really are the Luckiest

Life IS about choices.

4. Are There any Other Options?

5. A Dare is a Dare

The Dart has Spoken

6. Don’t all Ancient Religions have a god of Skyscanner?

I’m sure they did in Ancient Rome.

7. Even a Spider Can do It

Or a good app

8. Just be Chill

This is 100% how I am. Every time. Still.

9. Seven years into this travel blog life, and I still make this mistake. Every. Single. Time.

I’m working on getting better.

10. The Best Memes are Airport Memes

Or maybe little bottles of shampoo are freeballing instead of in a convenient ziplock.

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11. NSFW Memes

I mean, duh.

12. I love a good Airport Security Meme

This has literally never happened to me?

13. This Meme is a Dark Meme

I’ve never thought about this before, but mind blown.

14. It’s a Union Thing

I’ve literally been asked to move 2 lbs from one checked bag to the other.

15. Sometimes You Need a Little Pick Me Up

16. Seriously tho

17. So Much Drool. How Did I Drool that Much?

18. I Assume this African Travel Meme is 100% Accurate

19. These People Should be thrown off the Airplane

20. Basically My Entire Childhood

21. Airplane Food Sounds Disgusting Until You Know it’s Too Late

22. Tales from First Class

 23.  Well Maybe Hotel Memes are the Best Memes

24. Like Zero

25. You Even Get Your Own Hotel Soaps!

26. Solo Travel Memes are Kind of Amazing Tho

27. No More Drama

28. There are Disney People and there Are Non-Disney People

29. Cheese Travel Pic Memes FTW

30. It’s the Thrill of the Fight

31. Instagram Boyfriends aren’t Always that Enthusiastic

32. It Usually Works Tho

33. When It’s Over

34. Family of the Year

35.  Travel Money Memes are Also Great Tho

36. Those Pesky Details

38. It’s Called a Work-Life Balance, and It’s Not Happening

39. I’m about 20% of the way there so far…

40. Punny Memes are Funny Memes

41. You know this one is true.

42. Get that Flight Voucher, Girl

43. I’m not Saying Babies shouldn’t be on Airplanes, but…

44. This one is harder than it should be

45. Not sure where he picked up a new head on vacation tho

46. Business Travel Memes, like Business Travel, is Less Fun

47. YASSSSS!

48. Yes, I do. Like a Boss.

49. The Classics are Classics for a Reason

50. That Last Day of Work before a Vacation is Torture, but the Exit is Pure Magic.

51. Parents, SMH.

52. And the pet in “Pet Cemetary”

53. Travel Buddy Memes should always have Pugs

54. When Treat Yo Self becomes Pack Yo Self

55. It was just a Vacation!

56. I’ll Believe it When I see the Plane Ticket Receipt

58. Where is this vacation, Heart Attack City?

59. That Purse is the Truth

60. The Feeling of Victory

61. Seriously, this continent doesn’t want people on it.

62. But I won’t. Even with it.

63. Group Travel Memes Be Like…

64. Joe Biden ::Hearts:: Emily Post

65. Another Punny One

66. Why bring 32 if You Could Justify 50?

67. Another packing meme for you, because the struggle is real.

68. If the point is to make more time for travel, then the answer is always yes. Just trust me.

69. The anticipation is palpable.

70. Jetlag and no cell service are a recipe for disaster.

71. Yeah, because it’s absolute bullshit.

72. But my legs do hurt, so…

73. It’s about priorities, Debra.

74. Oh, I thought you said to pack matching…

75. I would be dead, just in a bar somewhere.

76. How about if it’s me?

77. Death by email is a real thing, right?

78. Moms always worry, but there are ways to use it to your advantage.

79. How I feel the day before a vacation:

80. Different emotions for different experiences.

81. Raccoons should be in every Vacation Meme, like ever

82. Wach out for the Vacation Over-Sharer

83. Don’t mess with a flight attendant before they’ve had their coffee

84. Which is more annoying: talking about study abroad or memes about study abroad?

85. The Over-Planner might actually be worse than the Over-Sharer

86. Unless You have a Peanut Allergy…

87.  I Like to Travel for the New Cultural Experiences

88. When Your Bank Account is Incorrect…

89. Business Travel is Not Fun Travel, and You Can’t Convince me that It Is

90. Those subtitles sure are helpful.

91. Pun Memes are Fun Memes

92. And that’s exactly why I stopped telling non-travel people about my travel plans.

93. Instagrammers these days be like:

94. another one for the road (trip meme).

95. Yup, 100% accurate.

96. Travel Planner? I hardly knew her!

97. I just want that Jennifer Anniston Sky Bar situation

98. it’s only polite.

99. He propably saved $30 doing it this way.

100. But when it is, that’s a whole new kind of trip to take.

101. And finally, #RelationshipGoals

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55 Awesome Travel and Vacation Memes That Perfectly Explain Life

Travel is a rollercoaster of emotions: excitement, frustration, laughter, patience – it’s why we love it so much right? Here are 50 awesome travel and vacation memes that perfectly summarise the travel experience. LOLs guaranteed.

Who doesn’t love a good travel meme?

Whether you’ve just come back from vacation and are in need of some joy to brighten your dank day, or you’re in search of lols to pass a long journey – here are 50 awesome travel memes chosen by travel bloggers to inspire your next trip.

Make sure you check out this post too, travel quotes to inspire you to hit the road.

Going on Vacation Memes

When you just booked a trip.

Sets countdown timer to take off.

Only One More Day!

Tick tock. Tick tock. How many seconds are there in a day again?

The Excitement, The Ecstasy

I love this meme because it’s the way I always feel when I’m about to embark on a trip, or even sometimes when I’ve just booked the flights or made a decision to actually go!

Like running around shouting “I’m going on an adventure!”.

It comes from the The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey movie which is also filmed in my home country of New Zealand, and I visited the exact location of this shot recently so now I love it even more!

Sonja, Migrating Miss , Instagram

My Vacation Starts NOW

Don’t call. Don’t email. The fun starts now.

Me Leaving For Work The Day Before Vacation

See you suckers.

When You Leave Work to Start Your Vacation

Boom shackalaka boom.

We So Excited!

And we just can’t hide it.

That Smug Holiday Feeling

Rather me than you. #sorrynotsorry

Freedom, Sweet Freedom

The reward for hard work and perseverance is vacation.

Strollin’ Straight Outta Work Like

Sayonara B*tches, It’s Vacay Time

*tries to look sad but just can’t*

Funny Travel Memes That Obsessive Travellers Can Relate To

When people hassle you for travelling too much (as if that’s a thing).

My lovely family often blames me for travelling too much.

They always keep telling me why do I need to travel so much.

And when will I do all the normal things that ‘normal’ girls of my age do (Earlier it was marriage, now that I am already married, it has come down to having kids!).

Now both mine and my husband’s side of the family thinks I am obsessed with travelling. And whenever they tell me this, I roll my eyes and reply that I could have been a serial killer or drug addict.

And the irony is that I had started travelling as a kid with my parents and extended family of uncles and aunts!

Amrita, Tale of 2 Backpackers , Instagram

When You Love to Travel but your Bank Account is Cryin’ For Help

I picked this meme because not only is always appropriate to include High School Musical references, but also because it rings true as an ever-present struggle for many keen travellers.

Jetting off to new and exciting places can be expensive at the best of times, so when you’re constantly prowling Skyscanner for the next best deal your bank account is the first to suffer!

The play-off between the need to see the world and the need to sustain a living is a tough one, but as anyone who loves travel will tell you, you make it work somehow!

Suzy, Suzy Stories , Twitter

Babies or Travel? Travel.

What do we say to having babies? Not today!

This meme describes me in so many ways! I caught myself staring at my world map with the same interest my girl friends look at baby photos.

Okay, I’m closer to the 30s than to the 20s, but still…look at this map again.

There are so many places out there to explore! So, nope, not today.

Bruna, Maps ‘N Bags –   Facebook

Things I Like As Much as Travelling

I’m obsessed with travelling? Don’t know what you mean.

How I Choose My Next Travel Destination

If Traveling Was Free…

You’d never see me again. Joking!*

*not joking.

The Vacation You Want Vs. The One You Get

I’m totally OK with it. No, really.

The Beach is Calling

And I must go. My mother taught me good manners.

Vacation Mode. Check!

Turn on the happiness. Turn off the emails.

Did Someone Say Vacation? One Second…

OK, I’m ready.

Travelling is My Favourite!

I’d be a lot richer if that wasn’t true.

Funny Vacation Memes

When you’ve planned everything and your partner throws a curveball.

I love planning trips.  I find it fun, rewarding, and relaxing.  

I have all the hallmarks of a Type-A personality, however my husband loves chaos and ruining our travel plans.  

I still love planning, but he definitely loves to laugh a bit too evilly whenever he puts a kink into my perfectly planned road trips.

Karen, Wanderlusting K – Facebook

Throw A Pin on the Map? Maybe Not….

I found this meme on Pinterest years ago and have kept it in my “Humor” board ever since.

While I love the idea of just winging it and throwing a dart anywhere at a map, it’s also ironic because 70% of our world is covered by water.

So this meme just puts it into perspective how much we take the ocean and travel for granted. It also makes me laugh every time I see it and show it to people!

Natasha, The World Pursuit , Facebook

When It Turns Out to Be More of a Challenge than you Expected

This cycling meme particularly appeals to me, because I do a lot of my travel by bicycle.

I can’t mention how many times someone said the next section of road would be flat, and I ended up faced with this!

I think the beauty of this travel meme though, is that it is symbolic of any type of travel or even your journey through life.

Dave, Dave’s Travel Pages , Facebook

Escape Them All!

Just me, myself and I.

It’s Not My Problem Because… Vacation

Didn’t you get the memo? I’ll switch into give a sh*t mode in exactly two weeks.

Hi, My Name is…. And I’m an Overpacker

Well, you never know what might happen right!

Stop. Taking. Pictures. Dammit.

You said a holiday, not a fashion shoot.

Work? What’s Work?

Is it a Mimosa? No. Well I’m Not Interested Then.

Best Vacation Ever Memes

We are going to have so much fun.

As if our lives depended on it.

When You Maybe Shared Too Much on Social…

Oh, I mean, I thought I only put up a couple. Too many?

When You Are Having the Best Vacation And Your Heart is Filled With Generosity Instead of The Standard Lead

I feel alive! Is this what happiness feels like? Here, have some. 

Long Haul Flight Memes + Airport Travel Memes

The joy of getting a row to yourself.

Travel can be so stressful and flights are certainly no fun fair with security lines, all that waiting around and the thought of spending hours in a cramped seat with total strangers sitting just a bit too close.

But what if some magic meant you had a spare seat on the plane or even better two!

This meme perfectly sums up the mix of happiness and relief of a full row to yourself on an aeroplane.  

After all the stress of the airport, that extra leg space or perhaps nap space will definitely result in the happy seal face!

Kirstin, The Tinberry Travels , Instagram

The Ridiculous Overweight Baggage Charade

I find this travel meme hilarious in the way it states the obvious.

Having to unpack and repack my stuff into a different bag that goes on the same plane just doesn’t add up, does it?

I love it when some airlines aren’t really that strict about checking the weight of your carry-on, but the ones that insist on doing so and then making people unpack and repack – it’s a hassle that travellers could do without.

I like how this meme puts across this issue that most travellers face at some point.

Namita, Radically Ever After , Instagram

Weird Thoughts From 36,000 Ft

If you have been on a plane before, you know that it can be a frustrating and exhausting experience.

You don’t really realize how much time you spend aimlessly scrolling through newsfeeds and texting your friends.

If this meme doesn’t speak to you on a spiritual level, I don’t know what does!

I always find myself counting the seats on a plane or tapping incessantly when the boredom hits while on a long haul flight.

This meme reminds me that I am not the only flier who thinks about some, well, interesting things while they fly.

Weird things happen when you’re stuck in a metal tube with a million other people.

Bailey, The Gay Globetrotter – Facebook

Adulting the Sh*t Outta Life

I have a little bit of a reputation for being a hot mess.

Although I’ve made it to 30+ countries relatively unscathed, I usually do lose a passport, forget essentials like underwear or just plain miss the flight.

I connect with this meme practically on a spiritual level because, like success kid, I feel victories in the little things when it comes to travel.

That’s why I now pack two or three spare batteries instead of one!

Eileen from Pure Wander

What Happened Along the Way?

When I was a child, I was fascinated with planes. Flying and being pampered while in the air! Maybe it was as I was a kid, I was happy to get what I could .

With the increase in carriers over the years, I’ve realized how things have gone downhill!

Gone are the days where flying is only for professionals, the cheaper flying gets, the quality of services being provided falls further!

Lavinia, Continent Hop , Instagram  

Will Wake for Food

Don’t you dare wake me because you need to go to the loo. Emergencies and food only.  

Cheeky Babies Be Like..

My evil work is done for the day.

Comfort. What’s That?

It’s a good thing I actually love confined spaces.

Rolls Eyes and Thinks Bad Thoughts

Houston, we have a clapper. Send help.

Thoughtful Travel Memes

The only thing you buy that makes you richer.

Travel always had a positive effect on my life and I cherish the fact that I have been born to travel and I consider myself very fortunate to be able to travel.

‘Travel is the only thing you buy,that makes you richer’ is my favorite travel meme.

Everything in this world is temporary but the learnings,teachings that we gain from travelling stays with us.

It enriches your life as you come to know about other religions, people’s characters, their lifestyle and way of communicating.

I have gained a lot from traveling.

Somnath, Travel Crusade , Facebook

Travel Buddy Memes

When your friends bail on you and you’re left flying solo.

I chose this travel meme since this is one of the reasons I started traveling solo.

I was tired of friends cancelling and rescheduling travel plans. I realised that life is too short to be dependent on anyone else.

I would prefer doing something that I love on my own rather than waiting for people who may or may not join.

Soumya, Travel, Books and Food , Instagram

Sure, You’re Coming Travelling With Me (ROFL)

Oh this old charade again… why you lying for?

You, You’re PERFECT

I want you to travel with me everywhere all the time.

Digital Nomad Memes

Perception vs reality.

I love this meme about being a digital nomad.

Although many people think being a digital nomad is a glamorous lifestyle of lying by the beach during the day and partying at night, the reality is much different.

Most of us spend all of our time in front of our laptops working and, like the final picture shows, are often working so late that we crash out in front of it.  

James, Portugalist , Facebook

Moving Abroad Travel Memes

When i follow my heart i wake up in bali.

Bali is one place that has truly stolen my heart and I am at my happiest when I wake up in Bali.

The Balinese and their beautiful culture make me so appreciative of life. Their smiles and generosity  is something that Western society can learn a lot from.

Kate, Rolling Along with Kids – Facebook

And… When It’s All Over. Back to Work After Vacation Memes

My vacation is over tomorrow.

Can I pull a sickie?

The Worst Thing About Going on Holiday…

I always knew it was going to happen but I didn’t expect it to feel this bad.

I Don’t Want to go Back to Work!!!

Endless exclamation marks cannot emphasise this point enough.

Seventh Level of Hell

They’re one and the same really.

This One Time At Band Camp, Ahem In Europe

My trip changed me in so many ways. It was life-changing.

Everyone should live abroad at some point. You wouldn’t understand though. Nevermind. One day you will be as wise as me.

Back From Holiday. Sigh. Select All. Delete.

When you delete all your emails because you’re so raging about being back at work.

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Oh goody, the fun dementor is here to ruin my life.

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Hahaha! I almost fell off my chair laughing at these! Spot on!

Really glad you like them Bea – they certainly made me chortle as I was writing the piece 😀

This is such a hilarious post! Love each of these and can ofcourse relate with them!

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Classic characters, including E.T. and Godzilla from Godzilla Minus One , replace an adorable viral hippo in new images. Godzilla has been the main focus of multiple films recently, with appearances including roles in the Japanese film Godzilla Minus One and the Hollywood Monsterverse film Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire . Godzilla Minus One was particularly critically acclaimed , and did well during its international theatrical jaunt. The film went on to get a special release in black and white, and win an Oscar for Best Visual Effects.

Now, an image from @ kkopzoo reimagines key movie images with a viral hippopotamus. The images replace key movie iconography with this hippo name Moo Deng . In one poster, the hippo rides in a bicycle basket, much like E.T. did in Steven Spielberg's beloved film E.T. In another image, the hippo stands in the place of where a small raptor would be in Jurassic World . In the last two images, Moo Deng takes on the role of Godzilla, stalking a boat in one image and then, in another, facing up against Godzilla as Moo Deng replaces Kong.

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As the caption for the post references, these reimagined movie posters use imagery of a viral hippo named Moo Deng. Moo Deng is a baby pygmy hippopotamus that lives in the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Bang Phra, Thailand. Pictures of Moo Deng recently took the internet by storm, and the hippo became viral. Now, Moo Deng is a TikTok star, and images of her have circulated through various memes online.

These Godzilla, E.T. , and Jurassic World reimaginings are some of the latest in the growing catalog of Moo Deng memes. Even in these four images, there is a wide variety of coverage for classic films, for the hippo takes on a wide range of parts. At one moment, the cute Moo Deng is transformed into a formidable beast when she has to face up against a kaiju monster. But her sweeter side is shown as she has to bond with Elliot for her bike ride in the E.T. shot .

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Much like Moo Deng herself, these images charmed me, offering a fresh take on these memes. Jokes aside, however, these Moo Deng memes are a good reminder of something we can all get excited for: another Godzilla-featuring Monsterverse movie. After the box office success of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire , there is an untitled sequel in the works. Said sequel is slated to hit theaters on March 26, 2027. While few details have been revealed about this New Empire sequel , the release date means that Godzilla will see the light of day again, albeit not battling a hippo.

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Andras Istvan Arato, the man behind the popular meme 'Hide The Pain Harold', is currently in Singapore for the crypto event Token 2049, as a guest of Web3-focused studio Memeland and NFT community Arc.

The 79-year-old gained viral popularity in 2011 after appearing in a series of stock images showing him with a pained smile.

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In a post on his Instagram page on Sep 18, Arato is seen near the Singapore River with Marina Bay Sands in the background. An older post showed him visiting the SEA Aquarium at Resorts World Sentosa.

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By integrating the newest technology, travel providers can increase trip experiences and reduce the strain on local infrastructure and cultures.

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Exotic travel is the ultimate dream for many travelers, although planning a trip can be challenging and harsh on the destination’s community. Here’s how a travel influencer implements today’s cutting-edge travel technology to promote sustainable and ethical tourism.

What is Sustainable Travel Technology?

We are seeing several rapid advancements in travel technology going beyond the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) to personalize itineraries and advanced search engines to discover the most relevant destinations.

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Jeff Colhoun draws from his professional experience and challenges encountered as an accomplished travel photographer and filmmaker across the Arctic, Antarctic, Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. His work has been featured in publications such as Barron’s, LA Times, and The Wall Street Journal .

He is also co-founder and managing editor of Jetsetter Guide , and is at the forefront of using technology to achieve sustainable immersive experiences while exceeding travelers’ expectations.

For instance, his film Darkhad Valley focuses on Mongolian park rangers protecting endangered species. He relied on a minimalist setup to visit isolated areas for this awareness-raising production.

“With technological advances like drones and virtual reality, travel media is more capable than ever of bringing the world closer to home, offering rich experiences without the environmental cost while also allowing consumers to better choose what they experience beforehand,” says Colhoun.

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While video programs have been in use for several decades to introduce destinations to domestic and global travelers, the latest virtual reality and metaverse advances provide lifelike experiences that tourists crave to be more intentional about travel.

The amount of information available to individuals now is at its most significant inflection point since the advent of the internet to book travel online. A primary difference is the ease of interaction which removes more travel barriers than traditional videos and text-based travel guides.

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Travel media has ample room for growth by incorporating the latest innovations to achieve responsible storytelling as global affluence inspires more people to travel.

Precisely, McKinsey forecasts travel demand to increase by 5.8% annually through 2032. That’s nearly double the estimated growth rate for the overall economy. As a result, travel companies are in an opportune position to utilize technology to interact with travelers differently than before.

Global tourism is a growing trend as citizens from various countries increasingly explore different corners of the world. Ibis World states that Asia Pacific is seeing the most growth, followed by the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America. Several countries exceeded pre-pandemic arrivals, and world travel finally returned to pre-2020 levels this year.

Additionally, more destinations are in consideration as travelers look beyond traditional vacation spots and may need more infrastructure to accommodate the influx in travel volume leading to overtourism. Upcoming technology allows hard-to-reach and underdeveloped communities to construct a tourism-friendly infrastructure that protects their local traditions and habitat.

A similar approach can also apply to perennial travel favorites such as Western Europe or Caribbean tropical beaches with well-developed infrastructure to welcome a steady stream of air and cruise passengers shifting from a 20th-century mindset to a 21st-century best practices promoting a sustainable future.

Sustainable travel technology can decrease overcrowding, present the destination in a new light for first-time and returning guests, and reduce greenhouse gasses and waste. Tension between local citizens and tourists can also dissipate.

Immersive Travel Experiences

Modern travelers have a stronger sense of adventure than previous generations to thoroughly engage with the destination and its local community.

“We’re entering an era where travelers demand authenticity,” says Colhoun. “Travel media must evolve to offer immersive experiences that connect people deeply with the destinations they explore.”

Travel media can accomplish this vision through the following:

• Authentic stories
• Cultural insights
• Intimate connections

The practices help guests connect and embed with a destination for years to come beyond instant pleasure and beautiful yet run-of-the-mill imagery. Visual storytelling allows travelers to become better acquainted before and during the trip.

Instead of generic travel guides, guests can receive personalized, experience-based content stemming from real experiences with diverse cultures and environments for an ethical trip.

For instance, it can be easier to pinpoint activities and locations specializing in specific niches such as luxury travel, history, culinary, or nature exploring. The eyewitness accounts also restore integrity to content recently riddled with fake AI-generated reviews that can easily mislead aspiring travelers.

Virtual Travel Previews

Researching potential destinations is an essential step in the travel planning process. Being able to experience the local area firsthand before leaving home can provide for a more enjoyable trip and choose the ideal destination.

Difference-making modern technology includes:

• 360-degree views
• Virtual reality

Jeff Colhoun is an early adopter of technology and has been using drones for his travel endeavors since 2012. He believes high-touch travel previews are pivotal to helping travelers make informed choices and select eco-friendly options.

Further, individuals can explore off-the-beaten-path locations while protecting the local environment and minimizing large tourist crowds. This additional flexibility allows them to choose from locations aligning with their values and maximizing their impact.

In addition to exploring potential destinations, travelers can also use cutting-edge technology to preview hotel rooms and relive past experiences to satisfy their expectations.

Simultaneously, immersive previews won’t eliminate travel but make the storytelling process more efficient as travelers can prioritize their travel goals with a deeper initial connection. Upon arrival, they can more easily interact with the locals and partake in the customs, sites, and smells.

Sustainable Travel

Travel media can lead in expanding responsible travel practices to counter climate change and promote environmental conservation instead.

In addition to using immersive technology, travelers and storytellers should strategically partner with local tourism boards and travel brands. These long-term relationships go beyond the goal of profitability at the ongoing expense of communities.

Pursuable initiatives include:

• Carbon offset programs: Fund projects to remove or reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Slow travel: Fewer scheduled activities but high-quality experiences with more time to enjoy and soak in the local culture. Discourages crowd density which can harm the local community long-term for near-term profits.
• Regenerative tourism: Revitalize the environment, culture, and community of tourism-impact areas. This initiative is more aggressive than mere sustainability which may simply minimize the adverse effects the travel industry creates.
• Wildlife conservation: Protect wild animals, plants, and habitats from harm or destruction.

“The future of travel media lies in responsible storytelling—capturing the beauty of the world while ensuring we don’t compromise the integrity of the places we visit,” Colhoun observes.

Darkhad Valley is a prime example as the filming setup relied upon drones, compact cameras, and solar power to avoid disrupting remote areas.

Another documentary, Operation International, showcases the like-named medical non-profit’s efforts to provide lifesaving surgeries in Africa’s Ivory Coast.

Today’s technology highlights a location’s charm and activities with expansive visual detail in ways that previous state-of-the-art travel videos and collaborations struggled to bring to life. It also makes generational stewardship more achievable.

Final Thoughts

By integrating the newest technology, travel providers can increase trip experiences and reduce the strain on local infrastructure and cultures. This innovative balance allows tourism to continue bringing much-needed revenue while promoting generational stewardship.

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