but it’s also something that’s been on my mind for the last year, especially as someone who does create travel content
Maybe it’s the type A in me, but I am a researcher. I like to have a plan when I travel, and it’s embarrassing to admit but I get stressed about trying to see everything that I think people will expect me to see and create content on
It all stemmed from when I was in Vienna last Christmas, I was ill and basically all plans went out of the window. I learnt that it’s okay to not fill a day with wall to wall plans, and the restaurant we stumbled in because I was tired and hungry was waaaay better that the one that every man and his dog said you ‘had to visit’
And more recently it’s got me thinking about how I go about creating content, because I truly believe that we need to wander more and be more spontaneous…
And no, that doesn’t mean I’m stopping sharing my adventures, or my recommendations because I LOVE sharing them (and I love getting them from other people too!!) but maybe we can all wander of the main path a little bit more…
Okay brain dump over 😅
19 days agoledetour.travel
As a trip designer, I find people don't plan the right way. They focus so much on the itinerary and forget to learn anything about the destination and culture before going. This is the most important part imo because if you understand this, it opens up more doors to local connections and discovery!
20 days agobibliophile21
Totally agree. We have recently started traveling with our kids, and it's interesting to see how much they assume is planned. And also to see what they suggest/ask for when we have unplanned time. We've had some great experiences by being able to shrug and say "sure, why not."
20 days agokanders09
I like to know where I’m sleeping and have some ideas for the day but YES some of the best meals and activities have come from the recommendations of a store clerk or hotel employee or waiter 🙌
20 days agothegirlstripto
This is so true! I never really try to plan food spots and love just being guided to try places where I am
20 days agodeerandsparrow
I like to do a bit of both. Some of my favourite travel memories were discovering a castle ruin and a fantastic restaurant down a wee street on a Greek island . I think we’ve done more research since we’ve had kids, especially for activities & restaurants
20 days agoamberrosephoto
Yessss whole heartedly agree with this! Stumbling upon a hidden gem is sometimes the best part of an adventure
20 days agogracegrangetravel
Completely agree! Definitely something my type A brain struggles with but getting better 😅 great post 👏❤️
20 days agomcmillansmeetworld
We’re trying to get better at not over planning! It’s so true that some of the best moments are the ones that weren’t planned.
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