Most People Are Annoyed By Vacation Pics On Social Media, Latest Study Finds

Almost an equal percentage of people that post pictures of their vacations on social media are annoyed by pictures of others' vacations, suggested a survey released June 20 by Britain's Aviva's Holiday Report.

The survey found that 77 percent of the 2,000 British holiday goers surveyed post pictures on social media while 73 percent of those same people are annoyed when they see pictures of vacations taken by others.

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It also found that the most irritating image was the "hot dog legs on the beach" pictures that show two legs tanning on the beach.

Of the 77 percent that said they update social media during their vacations, some admit that the irritation by friends and family back home was part of the motivation for posting the pictures in the first place.

One in 10 admitted that they take the snaps to make friends and family at home jealous while 44 percent said the main reason was to keep friends and family updated. Meanwhile, twenty-one percent admitted that they post the pictures to show off where they are.

"A holiday is, for many, a time to switch-off and have a rest but it would seem that taking a break doesn’t apply to social media," said Adam Beckett, Propositions Director at Aviva. "Long gone are the days when the first time British holidaymakers would see their snaps was in the chemist after they got home. Now, we’re sharing our holiday memories as soon as they happen, and with a much wider circle of friends and family."

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Beckett also suggested that an increase in mobile technology has something to do with the increase in posting of pictures online. However, he said, posting pictures can also tip off would-be robbers that a house has been left unattended.

"Mobile technology has without doubt enhanced our holiday experiences — from booking online to keeping in touch while we’re abroad — but it does have its pitfalls," he said.

"Posting pictures and checking-in on social media while away could potentially leave a home vulnerable to thieves. The best time to post holiday pictures to social media is when you’re back home. If you really can’t wait to share, then at least make sure you’re only posting to a closed circle of trusted friends and family," Beckett continued.

In 2014, the Daily Caller did a similar study which gave a top ten list of most hated pictures by people that are stuck at home. That study also had "hot dog legs" near the top of the list.

1. iPhone temperature report (51 percent)
2. Selfie (44 percent)
3. Hot dog legs (32 percent)
4. Jumping (31 percent)
5. Holding up buildings (26 percent)
6. Name written in sand (24 percent)
7. Cut-out photo board (21 percent)
8. Sunsets (19 percent)
9. Blue skies and palm trees (16 percent)
10. Food & drink (5 percent)