The hottest Travel planning Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
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The Carousel β€’ 24 implied HN points β€’ 19 Dec 24
  1. Avoid taking buses while traveling. Consider using rental cars and pay with Amex Platinum for better treatment.
  2. When you arrive at a new place, try the local food right away. It's a great way to feel better and experience the culture.
  3. Don't stress about seeing friends when you travel. Just let people know you're there and see who reaches out, or go for a nice walk instead.
Bureau of Adventure β€’ 99 implied HN points β€’ 04 May 24
  1. Traveling on 'The Canadian' train offers a unique and enjoyable experience, blending vintage charm with beautiful scenery. It's a great way to see Canada, especially if you love trains.
  2. VIA Rail's long-distance service is different from Amtrak; it has fewer routes and lower budgets, which affects the trains and service. However, 'The Canadian' stands out with better comfort and service.
  3. Booking a sleeper on 'The Canadian' is highly recommended for a full experience. Enjoy social dining, good food, and stunning views while aboard.
Austin's Analects β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 01 Aug 20
  1. Ask yourself what you like to do and what your perfect day looks like to help define what makes you happy when traveling.
  2. Think about what you dream of doing in a destination to find motivation to travel; unexpected outcomes can be positive.
  3. Choose a destination where you can live your dream activities and do things that make you happy, creating a clear plan for travel decision-making.
Splattern β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 19 Dec 23
  1. The author feels excited yet anxious about returning to winter adventures after a break in the city. They are focusing on having fun instead of just pushing themselves to achieve more.
  2. During the trip, the author plans to test their winter camping setup and learn from their mentor, Dan. This will help them prepare for their bigger adventure starting January 1.
  3. The current weather conditions are surprising, with less snow and warmer temperatures than expected. The author is using the drive to observe the environment and gather information for their future plans.
Database Engineering by Sort β€’ 0 implied HN points β€’ 19 Feb 25
  1. Using a crowdsourced database helps keep travel recommendations organized in one place. This way, you don't mix up suggestions from friends and online sources.
  2. With a tool like Sort, everyone can easily add or modify travel tips, and these changes can be approved quickly. This makes it simple to manage updates.
  3. Sort tracks all changes and approvals, so you can see who suggested what and why, making sure the information is clear and up to date.
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