How to Start a Travel Journal ✈️ My Best Tips + Flip Through!

[@rv6847]

I travel with a presentation folder (10-20 pocket pages) from the dollar store for my ephemera. I drop everything I collected that day into a pocket and add a note of the highlights of the day. Keeps everything in order! Love your journal!!

[@notablyemily]

OMG wow this is such a smart idea!! I will definitely be using this next time, thank you so much for sharing 🤩

[@amandaananda9029]

I also collected my ephemera in a similar file folder on my last big trip...but then never did anything with it, and combinated them all willy-nilly! I love that you sorted it and made notes in this way, definitely incorporating that for my next trip!

[@rv6847]

For my notes, I use a mini spiral notebook and mini pen/pencil that I carry with me all day in my jean pocket or an outside pocket of my purse. I quickly jot everything: expenses, town/cities, anecdotes, mileage, what I ate... and I can rip a page out without ruining the book. At night, you can summarize using the notepads found in hotel rooms.

[@rv6847]

​@amandaananda9029 I did the willy-nilly way so many times too! I tried envelopes but they were too small for some ephemera or ripped. Those folders are awesome and super cheap. They get really bulgy, but you can kinda line them up in a bookcase.

[@Setetoto]

Tip when you want to paint/use markers: put some print paper behind it to catch the bleeding and then glue the other page behind it. It will be a thicker page but its worth it, especially when it turns out you otherwise have pages left at the end

[@notablyemily]

That’s so smart! Thank you so much for the tip! 🤩

[@KleinerBär1.0]

I want to include QR codes to videos I take, maybe include a pre and post travel interview of the road-trip with my boyfriend. I think it would be a fun way that does not need a lot of writing, while also preserving memories that include our personality, voice and mood at that point in time.

[@notablyemily]

Wow what a cool idea!! 💡

[@Phoebe248]

I’m starting a travel scrapbook, thank you for the tips!

[@notablyemily]

You’re welcome! Glad you found them helpful! 😄

[@janetcunneen5733]

Oooooh that font idea 💡 is superb 👏

[@notablyemily]

Thanks Janet!! It definitely takes the pressure off of learning calligraphy in a pinch 😄

[@dianafrances6880]

Some fantastic ideas

[@notablyemily]

Thank you Diana!!

[@StylesbyCBH]

Love you video! So many helpful and cute tips, just decided I want to start journaling all my trips! I’m curious what’s your favorite glue to use for this?

[@notablyemily]

Thank you!! My two faves are Elmer’s Xtreme glue sticks (easy for me to find in Canada) and Kokuyo Gloo Glue Sticks (they’re square! And very sticky!)

[@StylesbyCBH]

@@notablyemily thank you! 😊

[@annesmith7143]

this is exactly what i was looking for. Thank you

[@notablyemily]

Glad you found it helpful Anne !

[@Sellinmomma]

Going on a cruise to Greece and Italy this summer. So many helpful tips and ideas. Thank you!!

[@notablyemily]

Glad it was helpful! Hope you have an amazing trip!

[@nicoledecleene7161]

Tracing a word from your phone - such a good idea!

[@Mo_Texas5]

I am just now starting travel notebook for the first time and your ideas are fantastic! Thank you!

[@notablyemily]

You are so welcome! I hope you enjoy it!

[@jendean6869]

I really llike what your journa and how you talked through what you were doing and why

[@theartesana]

Lovely video and great tips…the phone to light box..Genius!! I Will be traveling to Europe next week…really narrowing down what supplies to take with me has been a struggle! I did learn from another travel journaler to use repositional adhesive tape. Plus taking post it notes during adventures to jot down anything I want to recall.

[@notablyemily]

Those are great tips! I hope you have a fantastic time in Europe and enjoy journaling all about it too. 😊

[@theartesana]

@@notablyemily 😌 Thanks!

[@SHUYISHI]

I think your approach is a useful way to document the things you see and experience while traveling. Not only does it help to preserve memories, but it also provides a meaningful reflection on the experience of travel. If you would like, I can help you arrange your notes, pictures, and other travel experiences, or I may offer some original ideas for documenting your trip. Sometimes, in my opinion, talking is simpler than writing. While traveling, think about keeping a journal or making quick films. These can enhance your written record and convey the mood better than words can. Another is to collect little, flat objects and glue them on the diary, such tickets, postcards, or embossed flowers. These tangible keepsakes have the power to evoke powerful memories that you can revisit in the future. Bring a map with you so you can record the locations you've been. You can instantly annotate each location in your diary or on the map. This gives your record a visual component and makes your journey's path easier to see. It's a lovely memory to capture. Additionally, every time I visit a new location, I get the feeling that anything I see will motivate me to book more travel. Make a dedicated space in my travel journal to record my goals for the upcoming trip, including where I want to go and what I want to accomplish.

[@michellnav]

What great ideas! We are going on the Beyond this October out of Rome to Greece & Turkey. Your journal is beautiful.

[@notablyemily]

So exciting! You’ll love it!! 🛳️

[@Manara111111]

I really love maps and good looking tickets

[@notablyemily]

Me too! Adds so much to a journal 😄

[@StPaulsNobleton]

Hey Emily…your dad shared the link to your video! I’m a Traveler’s Notebook fan, but not doing anything nearly as fancy as you are! 😉 Keep up the good work! Jeff L.

[@penpal_lyndarella]

A beautiful tavel journal Emily 🌟

[@notablyemily]

Thank you Lyndall! ❤️

[@itslele2222]

nice voice to hear! thanks for the tips!

[@notablyemily]

Thanks so much! 😊 Glad you found them helpful

[@kecieloves]

LOVE LOVE LOVE the video. So many great tips. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@notablyemily]

You are so welcome! So glad you enjoyed! 😊

[@gurleditzzz_0045]

Such a cute and simple journal 🤍

[@notablyemily]

Thank you! 😊

[@kaesinfinitelibrary]

the fake hand lettering tip so so smart!!!

[@Rookiejournal_]

Thank you for the tips, Emily! ❤ i havent got any trip planned soon but this surely will help ❤

[@notablyemily]

Glad you enjoyed 🥰 Hope they’ll be useful when you try out travel journaling in the future!

[@Jenscraftsandjournals]

Great video! When I lived in Italy, I tried to do document as much as I could while I was there. I still have quite a bit to document (we lived there for 4 years) but glad I did a lot of at the “currently” journaling. Your trip looked amazing. Greece is on my list of places to visit.

[@notablyemily]

Thank you! Wow that sounds incredible, I bet you have so many amazing memories! Greece was beautiful. Thanks so much for your kind comment 💝

[@loriestey272]

Thank you for sharing! Great tips♥️ I love your style 😊

[@ramsam70]

Such a lovely journal! Thanks for all the tips

[@notablyemily]

Thank you so much! Hope the tips are useful for you! 😊

[@natasharamlackan1846]

Loved it, inspired me to try my own one day

[@notablyemily]

I’m so glad! It’s a lot of fun to make and I love looking back on mine 😊

[@notablyemily]

More tips, ideas and mistakes to avoid in my latest travel journal video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXWamekfpd-pK8 Hope you enjoy!!

[@scotosha]

Jee and me being jealous of your handlettering 😂

[@notablyemily]

Hahaha! It's a great way to "fake it" and still have it look nice! :)

[@readsandeats2263]

What an interesting video. Great tips and ideas.

[@notablyemily]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@janetcunneen5733]

Love love love your videos and I totally agree the photo needs to be the main focus

[@notablyemily]

You’re the best Janet! 💕 Glad you enjoy them, happy you’re a part of my KZbin community now! 😊

[@nathaliegeorge9035]

Thank you so much for your video ^^I love the iphone lightbox idea ^^ Also, I have a question: i am hesitating on buying a mini printer and i can't make my mind about which one to get. You use an instax mini, isn't it too thick in the journal cause next pages to "wobble"?

[@notablyemily]

Hi Nathalie! Glad you enjoyed 😊 Yes, the photo prints from the Instax Mini are quite thick. Almost like having a credit card stuck to the page so they definitely add bulk!

[@ocean4763]

OMG yesss I haven’t even watched yet and I know it’ll be good!

[@andreamuller3155]

Thank you so much Emily for all your tipps 💕 they are so helpful 😍 may I kindly ask you what size your Moleskine is? Following the link you mentioned (thank you 😘)I found all types they are selling. Yours isn't cahier size I suppose? Many greetings, Andrea

[@notablyemily]

Thank you so much for your kind comment Andrea! Sorry the link wasn’t super helpful 😅 I’m not sure Moleskine sells these anymore, but the size is about 5 in x 8.25 in ! I received this as a gift from a corporate event years ago, I hope you can find it 🥰

[@andreamuller3155]

Thank you for your quick reply 💕 The measurements will surely help finding this notebook 😍

[@agungr5789]

Hi there, your spread is super cool. A question if you dont mind. I'm thinking of buying portable photo printer, would polaroid be better compared to photo stickers in terms of image durability. I noticed that polaroid tends to change into kinda orangey colors after a while. How does it go with yours?

[@notablyemily]

Thank you! I have used Instax photos since 2017 and have even displayed them on my walls for that entire time. I haven’t had any issues with orange or weird colour warping, although they do recommend keeping them out of the sunlight so they don’t fade over time. They are much thicker than photo paper or sticker paper though, so they add more bulk to the page. Hope that helps! 😁

[@Skafiskafnjak]

First two minutes you’ll see hands!

[@katsmith8263]

I thought you use the traveler's company traveler's notebook 😩

[@notablyemily]

I do use a TN! I have a regular sized one :) This notebook isn’t TN sized though, I started using it before I realized it wouldn’t fit into the cover 🥲

[@creativecottagerodriguez1179]

Which to tn are you using?

[@notablyemily]

It’s not a TN sadly! It’s a repurposed Moleskine :)

[@LeonC0704]

What would you think if a guy did this?

[@notablyemily]

I would be excited for him!! Journaling doesn’t have a gender and everyone is welcome. Job’s Journal is a big journaling KZbin channel and he is really popular in the community! 😊

[@LeonC0704]

@@notablyemily thank you. I’ve always wanted to start one and take pictures and put them In my entries and stuff but I’m a bit afraid I might be perceived feminine because of that

[@notablyemily]

@some5794 I encourage you to try out things you’d enjoy despite what others think! It’s such a fun hobby 😊

[@janebates3870]

Agreed, go for it!! I think it would be great, wish my husband was into that, it would help me out 😊

[@headlightslwt9166]

ephemera

[@tanusrigupta4755]

Hie