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Stories from building Tripstitch — itineraries, engineering deep-dives, and lessons from the road.
Two Months After Launching Tripstitch: What Shipped
Every feature I added to Tripstitch in the two months after launch. Budget tracking, calendar sync, accommodations, a widget, and the long tail of fixes that came with the first thousand real users.
Wanderlog vs TripIt vs Tripstitch: Which Travel Planning App Is Right for You?
A practical comparison of Wanderlog, TripIt, and Tripstitch. What each app actually does well, what it doesn't, pricing, and which one to pick based on how you travel.
A Weekend in Barcelona: 2-Day Itinerary
A 2-day Barcelona weekend itinerary — Gaudí, tapas, beaches, and Gothic Quarter walks without wasting a minute.
5 Days in Paris: The Complete Itinerary
A 5-day Paris itinerary covering the classics, hidden neighborhoods, a day trip to Versailles, and the best restaurants in every arrondissement.
3 Days in New York: A Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 3-day New York City itinerary covering Manhattan's best — Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, the High Line, and where to actually eat well without going broke.
3 Days in Lisbon: A Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 3-day Lisbon itinerary covering Alfama, Belém, Bairro Alto, and the best pastéis de nata in the city — plus transit tips and budget breakdown.
5 Days in Tokyo: A Complete Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 5-day Tokyo itinerary that goes beyond the tourist checklist — day trips, hidden neighborhoods, and the best food in every district.
3 Days in Barcelona: A Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 3-day Barcelona itinerary covering Gaudí, Gothic Quarter, beach time, and the best tapas spots — with practical tips for first-timers.
7 Days in Bali: A Complete Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 7-day Bali itinerary covering Ubud, Seminyak, Uluwatu, and the rice terraces — with temple tips, restaurant picks, and a realistic budget.
3 Days in Rome: A Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 3-day Rome itinerary covering the Colosseum, Vatican, Trastevere, and the best pizza and pasta — with tips to skip the lines.
3 Days in Paris: A Day-by-Day Itinerary
A 3-day Paris itinerary with real restaurant picks, neighborhood walks, and a plan that doesn't waste your time on tourist traps.
3 Days in Tokyo: The Perfect First-Timer Itinerary
A packed but doable 3-day Tokyo itinerary covering Shibuya, Shinjuku, Asakusa, Akihabara, and Harajuku — with restaurant picks and transit tips.
Is It Worth Hiring a Travel Agent in 2026?
Travel agents vs planning yourself vs AI tools. What actually makes sense for your next trip, depending on how you travel and what you value.
How to Plan a Trip Using AI (Without Getting Bad Recommendations)
AI can save hours of trip planning if you use it right. How to get good itineraries from AI tools, what to watch out for, and which approaches actually work.
Building an AI Travel App That Doesn't Hallucinate
How I built Tripstitch — the technical decisions behind AI-powered itinerary planning, from structured generation to Apple Maps grounding.
Best Travel Planning Apps for iPhone (2026)
The best iOS travel planning apps for building itineraries, organizing trips, and actually enjoying the planning process. Tested and compared.
Apps Every Traveler Should Have on Their Phone
The travel apps actually worth installing before your next trip. No fluff, no 'top 50' lists. Just the ones you'll open every day.