Use the following to prompt your writing activity “en-route” to your next destination or adventure.

1. What made you choose this destination or experience?
2. What part of this trip have you enjoyed planning for the most?  What has been difficult?
3. List some facts about your destination.
4. What are your expectations of your destination or experience?
5. What do you hope to learn on this adventure?
6. Is there anything about the trip that worries you or makes you anxious?
7. How will you prioritize your health while you are traveling?
8. Make a list of things you can do for self-care while on the trip.
9. What essential item(s) did you pack that you will never travel without?

Need a little writing inspiration?  Use the following prompts to get your creativity flowing.  The following are all about the activity “before” you travel:

1. Detail your itinerary.  Why did you choose this itinerary?
2. What have you researched about this destination already?
3. What is on your bucket list at this destination?
4. What is your purpose for traveling to this destination?  What are your expectations at this location?
5. What advice have you read or been given about your destination?
6. What are you most excited about? Why?
7. Who are you traveling with?  Is this a solo trip or are you traveling with friends or family?
8. Are you celebrating a milestone moment such as an anniversary, birthday or retirement?
9. How will you get to your destination?  Describe your transportation and flight details.
10. Are there local delicacies or new foods you can’t wait to try?
11. What cultural customs did you research?
12. Are there phrases or words in a new language?  Write them in your journal.
13. Are you hoping to relax or do you have plans for big adventures while on this trip?
14. What souvenir do you want to bring home? For whom?
15. Give yourself a piece of advice before you leave on your trip.
16. Share your to do lists or packing list.
17. What movies or music did you download?
18. Is there an inspirational quote? Either something you hear and want to remember or something which is a favorite? What feelings does it invoke?