Top 10 U.S. Social Media Influencers in Travel & Tourism
Using our extensive media database, we compiled a list of the top 10 social media influencers throughout the United States and operating in the Travel & Tourism space. Our solution makes it easy to find — and connect with — the influencers that matter to you.
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*Data as of August 2025
1. Drew Binsky
X: @Drewbinsky Followers: 68.2K+
IG: @drewbinsky Followers: 1.3M+
Youtube: Drew Binsky Followers: 5.5M+
Bio: Drew is known for his goal of visiting every country in the world and sharing his experiences, often focusing on cultural immersion and unique encounters.
Location: United States
2. Kara and Nate
IG: @karaandnate Followers: 1.2M+
Youtube: Kara and Nate Followers: 4.2M+
Bio: A couple of high school sweethearts who have made our dream of long-term travel a reality
Location: United States
3. Jessica Gee
IG: @jessgee Followers: 397.7K+ followers
Youtube: JESSICA GEE Followers: 1.5M+
Bio: Mom and Wife, CEO of The Bucket List Family, Travel Journalist, Author of National Geographic Bucket List Family Travel
https://www.thebucketlistfamily.com/about
Location: United States
4. Chris Burkard
X: @chrisburkard Followers: 32.4K+
IG: @chrisburkard Followers: 3.9M+
Youtube: Chris Burkard Studio Followers: 50.5K+
Bio: Central California Based Surf, Lifestyle, Landscape and Travel Photographer for Surfer Magazine
Location: United States
5. Louis Cole
IG: @louiscole Followers: 1M+
Youtube: FunForLouis Followers: 2M+
Bio: Travel & Social Impact Filmmaker, 5 million+ followers | Co-Founder at Social Good Club | Keynote Speaker
Location: Los Angeles, California
6. Alex Strohl
IG: @alexstrohl Followers: 2M+ followers
Bio: Montana-based, French photographer whose work is characterized by his extraordinary travels
Location: Montana, USA
7. Quin Schrock
IG: @everchanginghorizon Followers: 1.4M+
Bio: A well-known travel influencer and photographer, particularly recognized for his stunning outdoor and adventure photography.
Location: USA
8. CHELSEA KAUAI
IG: @chelseakauai Followers: 1.1M+
Bio: Hawaii-born creative who travels the world photographing, hiking, freediving, and seeking extraordinary experiences.
Location: Hawaii, USA
9. Catarina Mello
IG: @professionaltraveler Followers: 815.1K+
Bio: Catarina Mello is a travel influencer known for her luxury travel content, photography, and entrepreneurship.
Location: San Francisco, California
10. KELLEY FLANAGAN
IG: @kelleyflanagan Followers: 719.5K+
Bio: Known for her appearance on “The Bachelor” season 24, has transitioned into a travel influencer and content creator
Location: Miami
Followers: 63K
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