Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys

Best Travel Photography and Amazing Adventures by Monty

These Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys begin here at Visual Stories by Monty, but this page is less about listing every post and more about what we’ve learnt along the way. Over the last few years we’ve tested different camera kits, flown and sometimes lost drones, shot in every kind of weather and refined how we capture video on the move. This page gives you a simple way to dive into the journals, and a place to collect the practical lessons that can make your own trips smoother, lighter and more creative.

Featured Images of the Month

This small gallery offers a quick glimpse into the Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys featured across the journals.

Ponds in Czechowice winter landscape with golden reeds and flying bird — Tranquil winter scene at the ponds in Czechowice with golden reeds and a bird in flight
A serene winter landscape photograph captured at the ponds in Czechowice, featuring frozen water, golden dried reeds in the foreground, and a bird soaring against the pale winter sky. The scene showcases the natural beauty of this Polish location during the cold season.

Tranquil pond in Poland with forest reflections and cloudy sky — Peaceful pond scene in Poland with mirror-like water reflections and lush greenery
A serene landscape photograph of a pond in Poland showcasing the calm water surface reflecting the dense forest and cloudy sky. The tranquil scene captures the natural beauty of this location with its rich vegetation and still waters creating a perfect mirror effect.

Autumn colors reflecting in Polish pond with wooded island — Golden autumn foliage reflected in the still waters of a Polish pond with a small wooded island
A stunning autumn landscape photograph capturing the vibrant golden foliage of trees reflecting in the tranquil blue waters of a pond in Poland. The composition features a small forested island in the center, creating a natural focal point against the mirror-like water surface and blue sky. This seasonal scene showcases the natural beauty of this Polish location during fall.

White swan swimming on blue pond water in Poland — A graceful white swan gliding across the deep blue waters of a pond in Poland, creating gentle ripples
A captivating wildlife photograph featuring an elegant white swan swimming gracefully across the rich blue waters of a pond in Poland. The swan's pristine white plumage contrasts beautifully with the deep blue water, while gentle ripples and reflections create a mesmerising pattern across the surface. This serene moment captures the natural beauty and grace of Polish wildlife in its aquatic habitat.

Polish waterfront town with historic church tower and colourful buildings — Charming Polish waterfront scene with historic buildings, church tower, and moored boats on tranquil blue waters
A beautiful waterfront landscape photograph capturing a picturesque Polish town along the water's edge. The scene features historic architecture including a prominent church tower with a distinctive spire, colourful buildings lining the shore, and leisure boats moored in the calm blue waters. The clear blue sky and serene atmosphere showcase the charm and beauty of this Polish waterside location, perfect for visitors seeking peaceful scenic views and traditional architecture.

Late autumn lake view through reeds in Poland — Tall reeds frame a window to the tranquil lake beyond, their delicate seed heads swaying gently in the late autumn breeze. The muted tones of the overcast sky create a peaceful atmosphere, where nature's quiet beauty speaks through subtle shades and textures.
This intimate lakeside perspective captures the transition into winter, when the landscape takes on softer, more contemplative tones. The reeds stand as natural sentinels, offering a glimpse of the serene waters that lie beyond their protective embrace.

Travel Journal 2023–2026: A Living Story of Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys

📅 2026: Stories Yet to Be Told

This journal grows with every road we travel and every photograph we bring home. Each year’s card is a living chapter, updated as new trips take shape and fresh stories are ready to be told.
Some adventures are already written; others are still on the horizon, waiting to be added when the time is right.

📅 2025: A Year of Wandering

Travel Journal 2025: Stunning Photography Adventures captures a year lived on the move, one journey at a time. Each entry pairs carefully crafted storytelling with evocative images, from quiet moments in nature to the energy of towns and cities along the way.
This evolving collection invites you to travel alongside us through 2025, discovering new places, changing seasons and the small, unforgettable details that make every trip unique.

Click through to explore the full collection of stories and photographs from 2025, where every journey unfolds in vivid detail.

📅 2024: Moments in Motion

Travel Journal 2024: Stunning Photography Adventures follows a year of journeys captured in thoughtful words and striking images.
Each story reveals a different corner of the world, from quiet, reflective walks to spontaneous detours that became unforgettable moments.
This collection invites you to revisit 2024 with us, seeing each place through a photographer’s eye and a traveller’s sense of curiosity.

Click through to discover the stories and imagery that defined 2024, where every adventure is waiting to be explored

📅 2023 and Earlier: Where the Story Begins

Travel Journal up to 2023: Stunning Photography Adventures brings together the early chapters of this journey, where favourite routes, first explorations and formative trips began to take shape as stories.
These entries trace the path from those initial adventures to the present, capturing moments of discovery, learning and quiet reflection along the way.

Click through to explore this foundation of journeys and photography, and follow how the story has grown from its very beginning.

What Makes These Photography Journals Special

These Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys begin here at Visual Stories by Monty, your gateway to exploring the world through photography and immersive visual narratives. But this page is less about listing every post and more about what we’ve learnt along the way. Over the last few years we’ve tested different camera kits, flown and sometimes lost drones, shot in every kind of weather and refined how we capture video on the move. This page gives you a simple way to dive into the journals and a place to collect the practical lessons that can make your own trips smoother, lighter and more creative.

Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys – drone view of Forte di Bard and the surrounding Italian valley

Practical camera kits (including drones) – What really earned a place in the bag, what broke, and what losing and crashing a drone taught us about backups, regulations and flying safely
Weather as a creative tool – How we’ve learnt to use fog, rain, snow and harsh sunlight instead of fighting them
On‑the‑road workflow – Simple ways we back up cards, manage batteries and keep gear ready to shoot each day
Shooting video while travelling – Lessons from capturing short clips and sequences without turning trips into film sets
Growing as a photographer – The small mindset shifts, not just new gear, that changed the way we see and photograph places

Explore the Monty Photography Network

Visual Stories by Monty is part of a connected photography network, each offering unique perspectives and resources that build on the lessons from these journals.

Monty Photo Studios – Photography tips, tutorials, and guides to help you improve your craft
View From My Lens – A curated SmugMug gallery showcasing favourite travel images
MontyPix – Central hub linking all photography sites and social media platforms
C omputerSurgeon – Technical insights and digital solutions supporting the photography workflow

Ready to explore these Amazing Travel Photography Stories and Stunning Journeys in context? Start with the latest adventures in 2025 or journey back to 2023 to see how our kit, technique and thinking have evolved. Each journal links real trips with practical takeaways about cameras, weather, video and planning. Whether you’re preparing your own journey or refining your everyday photography, these pages are here to help you learn from ours.