{"id":76095,"date":"2026-01-07T16:06:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T14:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/?p=76095"},"modified":"2026-01-20T17:43:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T15:43:54","slug":"travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/","title":{"rendered":"How to turn your travel photos into a slideshow?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When we travel, we tend to take hundreds of photos a day, especially when we go to incredible destinations like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-iles-lofoten\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/visiter-iles-lofoten\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lofoten Islands<\/a> or our safari in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/visit-namibia\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/namibie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Namibia<\/a>. We photograph everything from breathtaking landscapes to scenes of everyday life. And even more so now that we&#8217;re traveling with the kids.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, to avoid leaving all those <strong>photos in a folder on our phone<\/strong> when we get home, we like to create a <strong>slideshow<\/strong>. Afterwards, we take great pleasure in <strong>reviewing<\/strong> them <strong>as a family<\/strong>, often by the fireside, recalling the highlights, the anecdotes, the unexpected&#8230; and all those memories that make each trip unique. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/jelle-van-leest-OLTJsGcuqXk-unsplash-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"slideshow\" class=\"wp-image-75878\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/jelle-van-leest-OLTJsGcuqXk-unsplash-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/jelle-van-leest-OLTJsGcuqXk-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/jelle-van-leest-OLTJsGcuqXk-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The good news is that today, there are <strong>simple, accessible solutions<\/strong> that make it easy to create a slideshow, even when you&#8217;re not at all comfortable with the technique.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we&#8217;ll be sharing <strong>our tips<\/strong> on how to sort your photos while you&#8217;re traveling, and how to create a slideshow once you&#8217;re back home, simply and efficiently, to prolong the pleasure of your trip for a long time to come.<\/p>\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommaire d\u00e9taill\u00e9<\/span>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#Choosing_the_right_software_to_create_a_slideshow\" >Choosing the right software to create a slideshow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#Choosing_the_right_photos_for_a_successful_travel_slideshow\" >Choosing the right photos for a successful travel slideshow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#How_do_you_sort_your_photos_during_your_trip\" >How do you sort your photos during your trip?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#How_do_you_organize_your_photos_in_a_slideshow\" >How do you organize your photos in a slideshow?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#Our_tips_for_creating_your_slideshow\" >Our tips for creating your slideshow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#Why_create_a_slideshow_from_your_travel_photos\" >Why create a slideshow from your travel photos?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/en\/travel-photos-how-do-i-create-a-slideshow\/#When_and_how_to_use_your_travel_slideshow\" >When and how to use your travel slideshow<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_the_right_software_to_create_a_slideshow\"><\/span>Choosing the right software to create a slideshow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before taking the plunge, the most important thing is to choose a tool suited to your needs and level of proficiency. When you&#8217;re looking for software to create a slideshow, there are three main things to look for:   <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ease of use<\/strong>, so you can create a slideshow without having to struggle with the technical side;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>the time needed to create the slide<\/strong>, especially when you&#8217;ve just returned from a trip with lots of photos;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>features<\/strong> such as built-in slideshow templates, animations, transitions and the ability to easily add music.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no need to get too complicated if the aim is simply to <strong>review and share memories<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For something very basic, the tools already built into your computer may suffice. On Windows and Mac, for example, the Photos application lets you quickly create a simple slideshow from a selection of images. It&#8217;s effective for quick viewing, but the options remain limited: no integrated music, few effects, and fairly limited customization.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you want a more elaborate rendering, with a real atmosphere, well-integrated music and more polished transitions, then you need to turn to dedicated software.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; For our part, we tested the software <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/diaporama-3d.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SmartSHOW 3D<\/a><\/strong>. It allows you to create much more immersive slideshows, while remaining accessible even to those who are not technically inclined. We&#8217;ve clearly gained in visual impact, without spending hours on it.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/6oi5klesj0-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"organize your photos\" class=\"wp-image-75880\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/6oi5klesj0-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/6oi5klesj0-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/6oi5klesj0.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_the_right_photos_for_a_successful_travel_slideshow\"><\/span>Choosing the right photos for a successful travel slideshow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_sort_your_photos_during_your_trip\"><\/span>How do you sort your photos during your trip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4a1; To <strong>save time<\/strong>, we&#8217;ve developed a habit during our travels: creating <strong>a folder directly on our phone<\/strong>. Every evening, we save our favorite photos of the day there. This little ritual avoids having to re-sort everything when we get home.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also use this method for our <strong>blog<\/strong>. We already start to <strong>pick out the most striking images<\/strong> and note the <strong>most important features of the places we visit<\/strong>. As there is often several months between the trip and the writing of the articles, this upstream organization is invaluable.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once back home, we systematically transfer all photos to <strong>an external hard drive<\/strong>. Even if they&#8217;re also backed up on <strong>Google Drive<\/strong> during the trip, we prefer to multiply the copies. In the event of breakage, theft of the phone or transfer problems, memories remain safe.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/PXL_20230630_184557520-1200x904.webp\" alt=\"lofoten islands hiking queen norway\" class=\"wp-image-56616\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/PXL_20230630_184557520-1200x904.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/PXL_20230630_184557520-400x301.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/PXL_20230630_184557520-scaled.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_organize_your_photos_in_a_slideshow\"><\/span>How do you organize your photos in a slideshow?  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sorting without keeping everything is essential. The idea is not to show everything, but to tell a story. We prefer images that evoke an emotion, a particular moment, an atmosphere. Better a few well-chosen photos than an endless succession of similar ones.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To keep a good rhythm, we alternate points of view. Large landscapes give scale, details bring intimacy, and life scenes make the slideshow more human and lively. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f449; <strong>Chronology is often the simplest and most effective solution.<\/strong> Following <strong>the thread of the journey <\/strong>naturally guides the eye.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/n10auyevst8-1200x675.jpg\" alt=\"camera\" class=\"wp-image-75877\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/n10auyevst8-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/n10auyevst8-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.pourquoi-pas-nous.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/n10auyevst8.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_tips_for_creating_your_slideshow\"><\/span>Our tips for creating your slideshow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure that your slideshow is a pleasure to look at and really brings your trip to life, a few simple choices can make all the difference.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3b5; <strong>Choosing the right music<\/strong>: we prefer a piece that matches the mood of the trip, accompanying the images without overpowering them. The volume should remain balanced so as not to overwhelm the memories. You can try <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/fr\/music\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/fr\/music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pixabay<\/a> to download royalty-free music.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#x1f504; Careful transitions<\/strong>: simple, coherent transitions ensure a fluid sequence of photos, without busy effects that distract attention.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f4dd; <strong>Add text sparingly<\/strong>: a place, a date or a short sentence is enough to set the context and reinforce the narrative.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3ac; <strong>Think about the pace of the slideshow<\/strong>: neither too fast, nor too slow, to allow time for each image to be appreciated.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_create_a_slideshow_from_your_travel_photos\"><\/span>Why create a slideshow from your travel photos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We particularly like this format for several reasons:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>it&#8217;s another way to <strong>travel a second time<\/strong>, a bit like when we write our blog posts several months after visiting a place;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to prevent photos from <strong>being stored in our phones and never seen again<\/strong> (we&#8217;ve all been there);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&#8217;s a <strong>particularly pleasant format for sharing memories<\/strong>, much more fluid than scrolling through dozens of photos on a screen;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_and_how_to_use_your_travel_slideshow\"><\/span>When and how to use your travel slideshow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Slideshows are a natural part of everyday life. 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