Why the Express Travel Journal?
Minutes a day, memories for a lifetime.
Do you want a way to store all your best memories, places you stayed, people you met, and food you ate without spending hours documenting your trip? You have come to the right place.
After years of traveling, I could never find the perfect way to capture my memories. Regular journaling took too long, and I rambled on. Photos couldn’t capture my personal growth and the small lessons I learned every day. Time was something that I didn’t have much of when moving from place to place around the world.
This journal will take you only 5 minutes every day to capture the most important memories, feelings, and moments that you want to remember for a lifetime.
How to use the Journal
At the end of the day, take just five minutes to fill in each prompt so you can look back on your travels and remember those little memories that are easy to forget. This journal can be shared with loved ones, revisited when returning to a destination, or kept in a safe space for a comforting read on a gloomy day.
Category Breakdown
Each section in this journal has been carefully curated to help you effortlessly capture all the meaningful memories you make in under 5 minutes. This has been tested and refined by numerous travellers, and we assure you that this notebook will become an indispensable companion for your trips. Take a moment to read through each section to understand how to accurately record your memories on your next adventure.
Most Memorable Moments of the Day
This section is for you to cherish any memory that you wish to hold close to your heart forever. Whether it's a belly laugh with a friend, obtaining your scuba diving license, or simply enjoying a morning coffee in the sun, this space is dedicated for you to express gratitude and preserve memories that may otherwise fade with time. This section will enable you to store precious memories, but it also provides you with an opportunity to reflect on the wonderful moments, big or small, that you experience each day.
Just the Little Things
Let's be honest, not every moment and memory fits neatly into categories. This is your opportunity to freely express yourself. Do you wish to remember how you felt today? Perhaps you've learned something profound about yourself or the culture you're immersed in. Maybe you need to vent about a challenging day or delve into the intricacies of a beautiful moment. This space is yours to jot down those unclassifiable, yet significant, details.
Bites and Beverages
Eating and drinking are known for bringing people together no matter the language, city or culture they’re from. One of the most exciting things about visiting a new destination is exploring the local cuisine, nightlife, and unique experiences. It's often the first aspect people inquire about when seeking recommendations. Throughout your travels, you will encounter numerous unforgettable meals, yet sometimes remember the food more than the location. This is your opportunity to preserve memories of exceptional food, vibrant bars, cozy pubs, lively clubs, entertainment venues, and any other experiences that left a lasting impression on your journey. This section isn't solely about places; did you try a new dish, participate in a local cooking class, or go on a winery tour? Capture these memories here so you can revisit them when you return or recommend them to someone special when they’re planning their trip.
Rate your Stay
Where you stay during a trip can significantly influence your overall experience, but it can be challenging to recall the details of your accommodations years down the line. Utilize the accommodations section at the back of this book to rate your stay on a scale of 1 to 5, enabling you to remember places you might wish to revisit or recommend to others. Whether you stay in five locations or just one, this section serves as your one-stop shop for preserving memories and providing recommendations for future visits to these places.
People I Met Along the Way
One of the greatest joys of travelling is encountering new and remarkable individuals. While some of these connections may endure a lifetime, others may simply be cherished memories of shared experiences. This section is dedicated to anyone you meet along your journey, whether it's your newfound best friend, a memorable tour guide, or a friendly local bartender. Feel free to jot down their names and contact information if appropriate. By the journey's end, you'll have compiled a little contact book of everyone who enriched your travels.
Memory Lane
Remember when the best part of school was getting your yearbook signed? You ended up with intimate messages from people you spent so many important years with. Well, why not have somewhere you can collect notes from special people you have met on your travels? This is just for you to look back on and remember the impact you had on the people you met along your journey.
Travel Keepsakes
Whether it’s your first plane ticket, a Polaroid photo or a ticket to a museum, this section is your chance to glue in souvenirs that you want to hold onto forever. Do it on the go or save your souvenirs until the end, either way, you have a place to visit in your journal with tangible memories.
Book that Trip
If you've reached this point then it's clear: this journal is tailor-made for you. Here's to the incredible adventures ahead and to treat yourself to capturing all those unforgettable memories.