Intro

There is something so magnificent and memorable about travel, but unfortunately our mind occasionally glosses over some of the amazing travel memories. When I was in college I took a writing course in London for two weeks and a requirement was to keep a journal for the duration of our stay. I wouldn't have thought about it on my own, but this gave me not only memories of the places but the thoughts and feelings when I was there. There were no creative travel journal prompts given to use, we just had an open slate to write about experiencing new cultures, new people, and new places. It took me another 15-years to start journaling on a regular basis, but from that time on I made sure to journal every time I traveled. My journals have definitely evolved over the years to include more detail and how I convey things. It is a wonderful way to remember the amazing times you had, the areas for improvement, and details to help you plan your future trips. I do wish I could find that first journal from my time in England.

Conclusion

The next time you are on a trip and need to get those creative juices flowing, take a look at some of these travel prompts. Pull it up on your smart phone or print it out and place it in your fanny pack with the lip balm and map. Journaling is such a creative outlet and a fantastic way for personal growth. I am able to look at my journals from when I am younger and see the kind of person I used to be, how I have grown, matured, changed, see the world differently with more experience under my belt.

Quote

“Journal writing is a voyage to the interior.” Christina Baldwin

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