Discover
Introduction/ Welcome to ‘X’
The introduction is just that, an introduction to the place to get the traveler excited to visit.
Include:
- An overview of what the traveler can expect while visiting the location as well as what you have laid out for them over the course of the itinerary.
- Share why you are writing about this specific place and what connection you have to it.
Get in the ‘X’ Spirit
People often search for ways to get to know a place before their trip. This section is to give them ideas on what to read or watch before they go.
- What to read? -Include both fact and fiction books. You want to help one dream or visualize the place but also list books that provide factual information about its history, culture, and people.
- What to watch? - Movies or television shows that showcase the landscape or shine a light on something that is historically relevant to the area.
- For example, for Tuscany you could include ‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ for it’s romanticism of place or the television show Medici, which highlights one of the most infamous ruling families of Florence.
- What to eat? - Highlight traditional dishes. Must try item(s) when visiting. Any history you can impart regarding the traditional dish is welcome.
- Include a recipe here if possible.
- Sports - Is there a sport that one should take in while they are visiting? If so, make sure to include the time of year to watch said sport. For example, if you are visiting England, is there a futbol/ soccer team in the area? In South Africa, maybe there is a rugby match or a sailing regatta. Maybe it changes with the time of year.
Explore ‘X’
This is about the physical location of ‘X.’ Where is it located?
Maps to include:
- Overview
- Focused view of the area the itinerary covers
Always Fun to Be Had
Here you will highlight events/ holidays/ festivals that occur each month. This can include religious celebrations.
Discount Cards/ Passes (*This may not apply to every location.)
This can be metro cards, museum passes, park passes, etc. Is there a bundle the traveler needs to know about and should purchase prior to visiting?
About the Past
This should include a brief history of the location and an overview of how that impacts the place today. Depending on the place, you can decide how far back in time is relevant.