Shay Mitchell's top tips to get the most Instagram-worthy photos

When she isn't on set, the world is Shay Mitchell's oyster. The Pretty Little Liars actress takes full advantage of travel, which is evident on her Instagram. Most recently, she was able to spend ten days in Morocco. "It was one of my favorite places," she told HELLO!. "Marrakesh is just magical. Everywhere you look, there are so many colors." As you get ready to travel yourself this summer, Shay gives her best practices for creating the most Instagram-worthy photos that will give any of your friends major wanderlust.Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell

Shoot to thrillTip: One photo is never enough!Shay: "I will never be one to lie about every photo I put up. My camera roll at the end of a photo spree goes pages and pages. I say take a million photos because in that you'll get one. Also, laugh and have fun. Sometimes I'm like this is the 500th shot you're taking, now it's getting funny."Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell

Scenic StyleTip: Get a sense of where you are traveling if you want your clothes to stand out.Shay: "I don't really plan for it but I get a sense. If I'm wearing a certain outfit, I might say 'Oh, that wall is really cool and might pop.' I never set out for something, it just happens."Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell

Photographer 411Tip: Be patient!Shay: "Take the same shot from all different angles. You never know what you're going to get."Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell

The right directionTip: Always find your natural light.Shay: "When I go to places, yes the background is amazing but there's always like a sunlight filter. You want the sun on you, not behind you."Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell

Indulge, Indulge, IndulgeTip: Take advantage of your surroundings – and the local cuisine! Shay: "Every time I travel, I really delve into their food and degust (Check out Shay's YouTube for more on this!) everything they have. For me, it's setting that time to work out even if that's walking around the city afterward. You get to sightsee and you are burning what you just ate."Photo: Getty Images for Stella Artois

Putting your best face forwardTip: Don't neglect your complexionShay: "I really do what works for me and that's Bioré one-minute heating masks. After that I'm good to go. Also, drink all the water you can."Photo: Instagram/@shaymitchell