How to Start a Travel Journal: Ideas from 10,000 Feet
- planenutelite
- Jun 27
- 2 min read
So you’ve booked the trip, packed your bags, and grabbed your passport... but wait — are you really going to trust your memory with every epic detail? ✈️
Whether you're chasing sunsets, logging miles, or spotting rare aircraft from your airplane window, a travel journal helps you turn moments into memories. And the best part? You don’t need to be a writer to start one.
Why Travel Journals Are Actually Cool
Forget the boring “Dear Diary” vibes. A travel journal is your personal flight log,
your passport to creativity, and your memory vault — all in one.
Track where you've been (and where you're dying to go)
Capture that unforgettable in-flight meal… or turbulence
Scribble sketches, collect stamps, or tape in your boarding pass
When to Write in It
You don’t need hours. Just moments. ✍️Here’s when most PlaneNutzElite crew members get their journaling in:
At the airport – perfect for calming pre-flight nerves and excitement
Mid-flight – use that tray table for something other than pretzels
Right before bed – recap your day with a movie montage
Waiting for your plane-spotting shot – write what you see, hear, feel
Start with these easy prompts:
✈️ Today I flew from ___ to ___
🌍 The best thing I saw was ___
🧳 I can’t believe I forgot to pack ___
🛬 My favorite airport snack = ___
📝 3 words to describe today’s adventure: ___, ___, ___
No pressure. No rules. Just stories, scribbles, and sky-high inspiration.
Our Favorite Journaling Tools
Of course, we’re a little biased, but our My Travel Journal is built exactly for this.
✅ Compact size (perfect for carry-ons)
✅ Prompts + space for free writing
✅ Built for dreamers, planners, and plane geeks alike
✍️ Grab your journal here and start writing your story — one flight at a time.
Final Thoughts:
Life moves fast at 36,000 feet. Your memories don’t have to. Whether you’re heading out for a weekend trip or a world tour, don’t just travel — document it.
Welcome to the journaling crew, Captain. Now get out there and write your adventure. 🛫
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