It’s time to escape the heat and heed the calling of the mountains and beaches. If you have a vacation planned, and want to make it memorable, then there’s no better way to document it than through pictures and videos while you have all the fun. And if you want to take it to the next level, then these trending travel reels are going to make it even better! The reel bug has bitten us already, but when it comes to making them, we aren't sometimes sure how to plan the content. So, for this edition of the Reels of the Week, My Kolkata has curated a list of six ideas that you can try with your travel buddies.
A transition for the #SuddenPlan
Do you and your gang make travel plans at the eleventh hour? For that trip where you pack in 10 minutes and embark in the next five, you can shoot a quick reel. All you have to do is gather your gang before the journey and take a group video. Then, take the next video when you reach the location. Make it look like a magical transition through a simple edit just like @mtpasha_ and her friends. Even if your plan is not so ‘sudden’, you can try this out on your next trip.
Dancing in the snow
This one is exclusively for the Bollywood shenanigans! Traveling with your all-girl gang? Dance to your heart's content against a beautiful scenic backdrop. @nritya.mann and her friends were recently in snowy Canada, and they grooved to Deewana Hai Dekho from Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. This is an easy reel idea that does not need much editing. All you have to do is pick up a hook step of your favourite Bollywood song and get dancing at the location.
The music video vibes!
How many times have you imagined yourself in a music video? That imagination can now be fully realised through reels! You can have your own music video where you travel through picturesque landscapes and hike your way to the mountaintop or run on the beach. @brinda.ptl and her friends have created a reel that gives all the cool Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na vibes. Check it out and share with your friends!
Aesthetic view, aesthetic reel
Think of a slow-paced reel, where you and your friends sit together and have fun with an ecstatic view in the background. You are all well-dressed and having the time of your life. The soothing music synced to make it look like a throwback from a film that narrates the story of a friend's group. Cinematic, isn't it? Take cue from @mihirgolani as he creates something cute together with his friends in Manali. Check their behind-the-scenes reel below!
A reel for two, please!
A couple that travels together; make better reels together! For the foodie and wanderlust-stricken couples or friends that come in pairs of two, here is a cool reel idea by @simarrajput__. If you are the ones who love trying local food while on a trip, you can definitely try out this transition reel. It's easy and captures all that you eat during your travels!
No face, please!
Reels can be a little too overwhelming for people who identify as introverts. Many do not like being in front of the camera. But who said you have to show your face to make a cool reel? Check out this trending reel by @rhythmic_riya_. You don't have to feature in the reel while capturing all the fun. You can just use your hands, food, scenery etc as the subject and still make trendy travel content. Check out how…