The 11 most inspiring travel photos this week

EACH WEEK WE CHOOSE OUR favorite images from readers, fans, and travelers, who tag their photos with #travelstoke and post them on our Instagram account. These pictures provide a daily dose of incentive, and challenge us to photograph the world in innovative ways. Here are this week’s editors’ picks of people finding some serious #travelstoke.

1. Lennart Pagel, Preikestolen, Norway.

My mom definitely wouldn’t want me to camp on this giant cliff, but in a way it’s her fault that I did it. She has played a huge part in shaping the adventure-seeking, life-loving person that I am today. Thanks mom for all that you’ve done for me. You’re the best! #happymothersday #2000ftCliff

Una foto publicada por Lennart Pagel | @germanroamers (@lennartpagel) el 8 de May de 2016 a la(s) 1:11 PDT

2. Olivia McCreary, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta, Canada.

Gazing up, watching the stars travel across the sky helps to put things into perspective and reminds me that the best adventures are ones we never plan for but ones we open ourselves up to allow to happen! | @rydiasky at Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta | #milkyway #wildernesswomen #natgeospace #nightsky #starrynight #astronomy #liveoutdoors #explorealberta #explorecanada #neverstopexploring #travelstoke #nakedplanet #theglobewanderer #ourplanetdaily #awesomeearth #earthpix #aov #roamtheplanet #simplyadventure @discoverearth #global_hotshotz @naturewhisperers #natgeotravel #travelgram #wildway #amazing_longexpo #theoutbound #canadiancreatives #dream_image #planet_hd #ig_brilliant #thisworldexistsambassador

Una foto publicada por OliviaMcCreary (@oliviamccreary) el 17 de Jun de 2016 a la(s) 9:08 PDT

3. Glo, Interlaken, Switzerland.

Look ma, NO HANDS! 👐 If you’ve never pissed your pants 4,000 ft. in the air, have you really even lived? 😂 Life goals attained and toddler habits retained, paragliding with my friends over at @OutdoorInterlaken! Thanks to my pilot Dani for keeping me alive and most importantly, managing to capture my good side while scared sh*tless! #skills 😂🙌 Video to come! @busabouteurope

Una foto publicada por Glo ✈ TheBlogAbroad.com (@glographics) el 10 de Jun de 2016 a la(s) 1:44 PDT

4. Kylor, Bunaken National Marine Park, Indonesia.

Have you ever felt like drifting away? 🌊 @chelseakauai and I just might @indtravel #wonderfulindonesia

Una foto publicada por K y l o r (@kylormelton) el 11 de May de 2016 a la(s) 8:05 PDT

5. Nastasia, Paris, France.

I 💛 Parisian rooftops… Scratch that. I 💛 Parisian everything ✨☁️ #nastasiainparis #thatsdarling #mytinyatlas

Una foto publicada por Nastasia (@nastasiaspassport) el 19 de May de 2016 a la(s) 6:16 PDT

6. Gareth Pon, Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo, Japan.

#Shibuya – The rain kept the crowds away last night. But I’m ok with all the umbrellas – #spotthegprocket #gpmeetsjp #Japan #Tokyo #shibuyacrossing #igersjp #thisisnotadroneshot

Una foto publicada por Gareth Pon (@garethpon) el 16 de Jun de 2016 a la(s) 8:09 PDT

7. Steve Baranek, Lake Tahoe.

-Ethereal- the setting moon illuminates the shoreline. I get a little crazy with the light painting sometimes, so this one felt good. And once again, Mars steals the show. ▫️5/14/2016▫️1:22 PM ▫️️Canon T3i▫️️Tokina 11-16mm at 11mm ▫️ISO 1600▫️f/2.8▫️30 sec

Una foto publicada por ©Steve Baranek (@chroma.media) el 24 de May de 2016 a la(s) 11:36 PDT

8. Andres MacLean, Roys Peak, New Zealand.

Woke up dreaming of this incredible afternoon filled with base jumpers, in what I can I say is one of the most beautiful spots on this earth. #royspeak #lovewanaka #tbt

Una foto publicada por Andres MacLean – [Indonesia] (@theboliviantraveler) el 8 de Jun de 2016 a la(s) 6:39 PDT

9. JP Swing, Calaguas Island, Philipines.

Lowkey wishing I could jump as smooth as this kid 🙌

Una foto publicada por JP Swing | Manila, Philippines (@jaypeeswing) el 28 de May de 2016 a la(s) 12:37 PDT

10. Mike Seehagel, Iceland.

Fun in the sun, South Iceland.

Una foto publicada por Mike Seehagel (@mikeseehagel) el 5 de Jun de 2016 a la(s) 8:02 PDT

11. Eric, Canyonlands National Park, Utah.

Cheers to exploring, adventure, and staying true to yourself even if it’s not always popular or get many likes….

Una foto publicada por Eric (@ericschuettephotography) el 8 de May de 2016 a la(s) 5:15 PDT