The incredible holiday photos that will leave you in awe

Heading off on a summer holiday and hoping to capture some memories? You may want to cast your eye over these incredible examples of holiday photography.

Forget generic beach shots and artsy iced coffee shots, these holidaymakers have taken their creativity to new levels.

From incredible sunsets to amazing optical illusions captured in far-flung destinations, these awe-inspiring holiday snaps will leave you astounded (and they were all captured on people’s mobile phones).

Men and women have been sharing their most impressive holiday snaps, including incredible optical illusions using a host of props to create amazing snaps like this one taken in Brazil 

Many of the images were taken on phones under the sea, including this carefully constructed mermaid-esque snap from the ocean's floor

Many of the images were taken on phones under the sea, including this carefully constructed mermaid-esque snap from the ocean’s floor

With some clever posing and just the right angle, an amazing optical illusion can be created - as this person's sunset snap attests

With some clever posing and just the right angle, an amazing optical illusion can be created – as this person’s sunset snap attests

It's unclear how many attempts this clever snap took but, as the result proves, it was certainly worth it

It’s unclear how many attempts this clever snap took but, as the result proves, it was certainly worth it

Couples are often desperate to capture some romantic holiday snaps to treasure for years to come and this one is certainly original 

Couples are often desperate to capture some romantic holiday snaps to treasure for years to come and this one is certainly original 

This photo of two nonchalant men from Lake Hodges seemingly kicking back and relaxing above their infinity pool proves that timing really is everything when it comes to capturing that perfect snap 

This photo of two nonchalant men from Lake Hodges seemingly kicking back and relaxing above their infinity pool proves that timing really is everything when it comes to capturing that perfect snap 

A group of friends created a holiday photo to remember thanks to some serious balance and strength

A group of friends created a holiday photo to remember thanks to some serious balance and strength

This incredible snap from Pirates Cove in Zante, which may turn your legs to jelly if you have a fear of heights, was captured on a HTC phone

This incredible snap from Pirates Cove in Zante, which may turn your legs to jelly if you have a fear of heights, was captured on a HTC phone

The people who captured these photos prove that all it takes is a prop, a model and some careful camera placement 

The people who captured these photos prove that all it takes is a prop, a model and some careful camera placement 

Men and women have been taking to social media to share their awe-inspiring holiday snaps - with impressive results

Men and women have been taking to social media to share their awe-inspiring holiday snaps – with impressive results

The photos were submitted from all over the globe, including sun-drenched beaches and stunning Arabian deserts  

The photos were submitted from all over the globe, including sun-drenched beaches and stunning Arabian deserts  

Forget generic beach shots and artsy iced coffee shots, these holidaymakers have taken their creativity to new levels

Forget generic beach shots and artsy iced coffee shots, these holidaymakers have taken their creativity to new levels

Many people, like this lady on the beach in Brazil, used the snaps as the perfect opportunity to showcase their athletic prowess  

Many people, like this lady on the beach in Brazil, used the snaps as the perfect opportunity to showcase their athletic prowess  

Some of the photos look like they've been captured by professionals on a high resolution camera but this one was taken on a HTC phone

Some of the photos look like they’ve been captured by professionals on a high resolution camera but this one was taken on a HTC phone

As this photo of a gaggle of women seemingly being stepped on during a trip to Laguna Beach attests, a good camera angle is all you need 

As this photo of a gaggle of women seemingly being stepped on during a trip to Laguna Beach attests, a good camera angle is all you need 

 

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