Travelling out of the UAE this summer? 10 creative ways to capture your trip—beyond just photos

How do you hold on to memories of a fleeting feeling, and a moment?

Usually, photographs. Sunrises, sunsets, the brightly coloured ice-creams, while walking down cobbled streets, or waves at the sea. Maybe, just collecting seashells strewn on the beach, a flower on the street you might not find anywhere else, or the tickets to a museum or an amusement park signed by your friends.

So, even if we can never return to that very moment, we find ways to preserve memories. So, how can you document it creatively?

Start a travel journal

For the writer in you, this is a different kind of catharsis.  Put down your daily experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Add ticket stubs, postcards, or pressed flowers to make it really yours.

Create a photo diary

How about picking a theme for each day? From local food, to street art or sunsets, tell a story through your pictures.

Make a travel scrapbook

Collect maps, brochures, receipts, and souvenirs, then combine them with photos and captions in a scrapbook.

Film a travel VLOG

Use your phone or camera to capture clips throughout your trip and edit them into a fun video diary to share with friends or keep for yourself.

Start a travel blog

Share your adventures in real-time or after your trip. It’s a great way to connect with fellow travelers and preserve your stories online.

Record audio memories

Capture the sounds of your surroundings, bustling markets, ocean waves, or street musicians,  or record voice notes sharing your thoughts.

Create a map of your journey

Mark all the places you visit on a physical or digital map. Add notes, photos, or dates to each spot to visualise your adventure.

Use Polaroid or instant cameras

These vintage-style photos make for instant, tangible keepsakes that you can stick in a journal or gift to friends you meet along the way.

Make a travel playlist

Compile songs that remind you of your trip or that you discovered during your travels. Play it whenever you want to feel transported back.