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Planning a trip can be overwhelming with so many details to manage. Our comprehensive travel planning hub brings together all the essential tools you need in one place—from discovering your perfect destination to building detailed itineraries, calculating budgets, and organizing logistics.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or an international adventure, our free interactive tools help you plan smarter, save money, and travel with confidence.

Interactive Planning Tools

Access 15+ free calculators for distance, time, cost, flights, hotels, and more. Get instant, accurate results for all your travel planning needs.

Smart Itinerary Builder

Create custom day-by-day itineraries with automatic cost and distance calculations. Save and share your plans with travel companions.

Budget Planning Made Easy

Estimate total trip costs with detailed breakdowns for flights, accommodation, food, activities, and transport. Get money-saving tips.

How to Plan Your Trip in 4 Simple Steps

1

Discover

Find your perfect destination based on interests, budget, and travel style

2

Plan

Build your itinerary with activities, attractions, and daily schedules

3

Budget

Calculate costs and optimize your spending with our budget planner

4

Organize

Handle logistics like visas, vaccinations, and packing lists

Destination Discovery Tools

Not sure where to go? Our destination discovery tools help you find the perfect place based on your preferences, budget, and travel style. Understanding the difference between landmarks, cities, places, and islands helps you search more effectively and choose destinations that match your travel goals.

Destination Planning Tips

  • • Consider travel time and jet lag when choosing destinations
  • • Research visa requirements and entry restrictions early
  • • Check seasonal weather patterns and peak tourist seasons
  • • Factor in local costs and your overall travel budget
  • • Read our guide on understanding destination types for better planning

Traveling with Family? Check our comprehensive guide on best travel car seats to ensure safe and comfortable journeys with children, whether you're renting a car or planning road trips at your destination.

Build Your Itinerary

Drag and drop activities to create your perfect trip with automatic calculations

Available Activities

Borobudur Temple

Yogyakarta, Indonesia

0.5 days$250kmCulture

Mount Bromo Sunrise

East Java, Indonesia

1 day$45120kmAdventure

Tegallalang Rice Terraces

Ubud, Bali

0.5 days$1585kmNature

Komodo National Park

Flores, Indonesia

2 days$150450kmWildlife

Tanah Lot Temple

Bali

0.5 days$1020kmCulture

Gili Islands Snorkeling

Lombok

1 day$3595kmBeach

Prambanan Temple

Yogyakarta

0.5 days$2015kmCulture

Nusa Penida Day Trip

Bali

1 day$5540kmBeach

Your Itinerary

Add activities to start building your itinerary

Budget Planner

Calculate your trip costs with detailed breakdowns and money-saving tips

Trip Details

Daily Costs

Budget Breakdown

Flights
$1,600
52.1%
Accommodation
$350
11.4%
Food & Drinks
$420
13.7%
Activities
$560
18.2%
Transport
$140
4.6%

Total Budget

Grand Total
$3,070
Per Person
$1,535
Per Day
$439

Money-Saving Tips

Book flights 2-3 months in advance

Save $200-400

Stay in local guesthouses instead of hotels

Save $20-40/night

Eat at local warungs and street food

Save $15-25/day

Use public transport or rent a scooter

Save $10-20/day

Book activities directly instead of through hotels

Save $10-30/activity

Logistics Center

Visa requirements, vaccinations, and packing lists for American travelers

Visa Requirements

No Visa Required
Visa Type:Visa on Arrival
Stay Duration:30 days
Processing Time:On arrival
Cost:$35

Important: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates.

Vaccinations

Routine Vaccines

Required

All destinations

MMR, Tetanus, Flu

Hepatitis A

Required

Most international destinations

Contaminated food/water

Hepatitis B

Asia, Africa, South America

Blood/bodily fluids

Typhoid

South Asia, Africa

Contaminated food/water

Yellow Fever

Required

Sub-Saharan Africa, South America

Mosquito-borne

Malaria Prevention

Tropical regions

Antimalarial medication

Japanese Encephalitis

Rural Asia

Mosquito-borne

Rabies

High-risk areas

Animal bites

Consult your doctor: Visit a travel clinic 4-6 weeks before departure for personalized advice.

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Organize Your Travel Planning

Managing multiple destinations, documents, and logistics can be overwhelming. Learn how to organize your research and planning process effectively.

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Pre-Built Itineraries

Ready-to-use trip plans with all calculations and bookings pre-configured

7-Day Bali Paradise
7 daysEasy

7-Day Bali Paradise

Bali, Indonesia

From
$850
Highlights:
Ubud Rice TerracesTemple ToursBeach HoppingSunset at Tanah Lot
Best for: First-timers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Ubud
  • Check into hotel
  • Tegallalang Rice Terraces
  • Ubud Monkey Forest
Day 2: Cultural Ubud
  • Tirta Empul Temple
  • Coffee plantation
  • Traditional dance show
Day 3: Adventure Day
  • White water rafting
  • Tegenungan Waterfall
  • Local market
Day 4: Beach Transfer
  • Drive to Seminyak
  • Beach relaxation
  • Sunset dinner
Day 5: Island Hopping
  • Nusa Penida day trip
  • Kelingking Beach
  • Snorkeling
Day 6: Temple Circuit
  • Tanah Lot Temple
  • Uluwatu Temple
  • Kecak dance
Day 7: Departure
  • Last-minute shopping
  • Airport transfer
10-Day Japan Discovery
10 daysModerate

10-Day Japan Discovery

Japan

From
$2,400
Highlights:
Tokyo HighlightsMount FujiKyoto TemplesOsaka Food Scene
Best for: Culture lovers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Tokyo Arrival
  • Check-in
  • Shibuya Crossing
  • Harajuku shopping
Day 2: Modern Tokyo
  • Senso-ji Temple
  • Tokyo Skytree
  • Akihabara
Day 3: Day Trip
  • Mount Fuji tour
  • Lake Kawaguchi
  • Hot springs
Day 4: To Kyoto
  • Bullet train
  • Fushimi Inari
  • Gion district
Day 5: Kyoto Temples
  • Kinkaku-ji
  • Arashiyama Bamboo
  • Monkey Park
Day 6: Cultural Kyoto
  • Tea ceremony
  • Nijo Castle
  • Philosopher's Path
Day 7: Nara Day Trip
  • Todai-ji Temple
  • Deer park
  • Kasuga Shrine
Day 8: To Osaka
  • Osaka Castle
  • Dotonbori
  • Street food tour
Day 9: Osaka Exploration
  • Universal Studios
  • Shinsekai
  • Night markets
Day 10: Departure
  • Last shopping
  • Airport
Southwest USA Road Trip
12 daysModerate

Southwest USA Road Trip

Arizona, Utah, Nevada

From
$1,800
Highlights:
Grand CanyonZion National ParkAntelope CanyonLas Vegas
Best for: Adventure seekers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Las Vegas Start
  • Pick up rental car
  • Vegas Strip
  • Welcome dinner
Day 2: To Zion
  • Drive to Zion
  • Check-in
  • Easy trails
Day 3: Zion Hiking
  • Angels Landing
  • The Narrows
  • Sunset point
Day 4: Bryce Canyon
  • Drive to Bryce
  • Sunrise Point
  • Queens Garden Trail
Day 5: To Page
  • Drive to Page
  • Horseshoe Bend
  • Lake Powell
Day 6: Antelope Canyon
  • Upper Antelope tour
  • Lower Antelope
  • Photography
Day 7: Monument Valley
  • Scenic drive
  • Valley tours
  • Sunset views
Day 8: Grand Canyon
  • South Rim
  • Hiking trails
  • Sunset viewing
Day 9: Grand Canyon
  • Sunrise
  • More trails
  • Visitor centers
Day 10: Sedona
  • Red rock views
  • Cathedral Rock
  • Art galleries
Day 11: Return to Vegas
  • Drive back
  • Last night show
  • Celebration dinner
Day 12: Departure
  • Return car
  • Flight home
5-Day Costa Rica Adventure
5 daysEasy

5-Day Costa Rica Adventure

Costa Rica

From
$950
Highlights:
Arenal VolcanoCloud ForestZip-liningBeach Relaxation
Best for: Nature lovers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: San Jose to Arenal
  • Airport pickup
  • Drive to Arenal
  • Hot springs
Day 2: Arenal Adventure
  • Volcano hike
  • Waterfall rappelling
  • Night wildlife tour
Day 3: Monteverde
  • Drive to cloud forest
  • Hanging bridges
  • Zip-lining
Day 4: To Beach
  • Drive to Manuel Antonio
  • Beach time
  • Sunset
Day 5: Beach & Departure
  • Morning beach
  • Wildlife spotting
  • Return to San Jose
14-Day Thailand Explorer
14 daysEasy

14-Day Thailand Explorer

Thailand

From
$1,600
Highlights:
Bangkok TemplesChiang Mai CultureIsland HoppingThai Cuisine
Best for: All travelers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok Arrival
  • Check-in
  • Khao San Road
  • Night market
Day 2: Bangkok Temples
  • Grand Palace
  • Wat Pho
  • Wat Arun
Day 3: Bangkok Markets
  • Floating market
  • Chatuchak
  • Rooftop bar
Day 4: To Chiang Mai
  • Flight north
  • Old city
  • Night bazaar
Day 5: Chiang Mai Culture
  • Doi Suthep
  • Cooking class
  • Massage
Day 6: Elephant Sanctuary
  • Ethical elephant experience
  • Waterfall
  • Local village
Day 7: To Phuket
  • Flight to islands
  • Beach check-in
  • Sunset
Day 8: Phi Phi Islands
  • Day trip
  • Snorkeling
  • Maya Bay
Day 9: James Bond Island
  • Phang Nga Bay
  • Kayaking
  • Sea caves
Day 10: Beach Day
  • Relaxation
  • Water sports
  • Beach clubs
Day 11: To Krabi
  • Transfer
  • Railay Beach
  • Rock climbing
Day 12: Island Hopping
  • Four Islands tour
  • Snorkeling
  • Beach picnic
Day 13: Return Bangkok
  • Flight back
  • Last shopping
  • Farewell dinner
Day 14: Departure
  • Airport transfer
  • Flight home
8-Day Iceland Ring Road
8 daysModerate

8-Day Iceland Ring Road

Iceland

From
$2,200
Highlights:
Golden CircleWaterfallsGlaciersNorthern Lights
Best for: Photographers
View Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Reykjavik Arrival
  • Pick up car
  • City tour
  • Blue Lagoon
Day 2: Golden Circle
  • Thingvellir
  • Geysir
  • Gullfoss
Day 3: South Coast
  • Seljalandsfoss
  • Skogafoss
  • Black beach
Day 4: Glacier Lagoon
  • Jokulsarlon
  • Diamond Beach
  • Ice cave
Day 5: East Fjords
  • Scenic drive
  • Fishing villages
  • Wildlife
Day 6: North Iceland
  • Lake Myvatn
  • Dettifoss
  • Hot springs
Day 7: West Iceland
  • Snaefellsnes
  • Kirkjufell
  • Seal colony
Day 8: Departure
  • Return to Reykjavik
  • Last shopping
  • Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about planning your trip

How far in advance should I start planning my trip?

For international trips, start planning 3-6 months in advance to secure the best flight deals and accommodation. For domestic trips, 1-3 months is usually sufficient. However, popular destinations during peak season may require even earlier planning. Use our distance calculator and cost calculator to get started with your initial planning.

What's the best way to budget for a trip?

Start by using our budget planner to estimate costs for flights, accommodation, food, activities, and transportation. Add a 10-20% buffer for unexpected expenses. Research average daily costs for your destination and track your spending during the trip. Consider using travel rewards credit cards and booking in advance for better deals.

How do I choose the right destination for my trip?

Consider your interests, budget, available time, and travel style. Use our destination finder to discover places that match your preferences. Research weather patterns, peak tourist seasons, and visa requirements. Read our destination guides for detailed information about 500+ locations worldwide.

What should I pack for my trip?

Packing depends on your destination, trip duration, and planned activities. Use our packing list generator to create a customized checklist based on your trip details. Essential items include travel documents, appropriate clothing, toiletries, medications, electronics, and travel adapters. Check our complete packing guide for detailed recommendations.

Do I need travel insurance?

Travel insurance is highly recommended, especially for international trips. It covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations, lost luggage, and other unexpected events. The cost is typically 4-8% of your total trip cost. Consider comprehensive coverage that includes medical evacuation, especially for adventure activities or remote destinations. Read our travel safety guide for more information.

How can I save money on travel?

Book flights and accommodation in advance, travel during shoulder season, use public transportation, eat at local restaurants, and look for free activities. Consider budget-friendly destinations and use our tools to compare costs. Sign up for airline newsletters, use price comparison websites, and be flexible with your travel dates. Check out our money-saving travel tips for more strategies.

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