I put my notebook in the same bag as my water bottle, and the bottle leaked. The top part of the notebook is completely faded, and the inserts are all crinkled. I don't really care about the inserts, but the notebook itself looks so battered now. It's probably time to get a new TN. Do you reckon there's any saving it?
Finally joined the Traveler’s Notebook rabbit hole 🫡
My first TN just arrived: Passport Size in Olive, along with the Grid refill, Zipper Case and connecting bands. I’ve also got a Dot Grid refill arriving on Friday, so the final setup is still a work in progress.
I already love the size, the feel of the leather, and especially that Olive color. Can’t wait to see how it ages and picks up some character over time.
Now I just need to figure out the perfect 3-refill setup without turning this little thing into an absolute brick 😂
Any setup tips from longtime Passport users are very welcome!
From left to right these are my current lineup of Journal covers on my desk.
* Chicsparrow - Bingley
* September Leather - Brown
* Moterm Veg Tanned Leather - Burgundy
* Travelers Notebook - Black
* Travelers Notebook - Ace Hotel Edition - Camel
I tried to fit as many inserts as possible, but I just never seen to know which one I want to use at the present time.
I have been lurking for a while. Finally got my first TN two weeks ago!! Excited to use it!
If you live in the Portland, OR or SW Washington, Oblation in Portland just got a huge shipment of TN journals and other accessories. Unfortunately, they only had 2 blue regular size TNs but lots of other stuff.
The theme is "Every TRAVELER’S notebook is unique and that’s wonderful.”
Release dates:
- Available Autumn 2026 (Outside JAPAN). Note: For the Traveler's Factory locations in Japan, they're going to conduct a pre-sale lottery to help with crowd management. More details will be provided on the official website on August 21.
- Available on October 19, 2026 (USA and Canada)
More information on the official site.
Now the line up has been announce, are you thinking about your 2027 plans?
I’m not talking about the themed items but the dated inserts.
Are you sticking to what worked in 2026 (if so, what is it that worked?) or switching it up?
I’m moving from passport to standard size but not sure yet whether to use a dated weekly or blank insert.
Spread of my art edc :) I'm mostly a digital artist but got my first TN a month ago and I picked up gouache after not having drawn traditionally in years. A lot to learn but it's been so much fun especially after experiencing burnout from drawing digitally for a decade. Can't wait to travel with this and paint some landscapes!!
If you're ever in downtown Portland, Oregon, you simply MUST stop in to Oblation Paper & Press! Fantastic shop with amazing staff. As a side note: if you love Traveler's Co. TNs, Oblation is an official partner shop and have the Partner Shop Passport insert along with the stamps. I could've tried pens all day and would work there for free just to enjoy the atmosphere there. I picked up a Kaweco fireblue Liliput and a honeycomb Esterbrook Niblet. The niblet has a stub nib which is new for me. Inked it up with the I am a cat ink, gorgeous combo!
Awesome kid!
(EDIT: Thank you all for your input & ideas! That has helped so much!!)
I have 2 traveler's notebooks. One is the standard size & one passport. I WANT to use them & love them, but I keep feeling like the narrowness of the paper is difficult for me to use. Also the tiny inserts fill up too quickly. I've tried using it for daily journaling, too small/go through pages too quickly. I tried it for art, which is OK but not using it much. I can't quite figure out how to utilize it properly. I want to USE it daily, but also not have a billion small used notebooks to store. Anyone go through this & finally unlock a way to use them?
Mini TN tour (because I like seeing how others have personalized them)!
Por fin me decidí ayer a comprar Mi Travelers. En la ciudad de Granada (España). Estoy enamorada 🥰
Just got my 2nd stamp in the passport! Stopped by Two Hands Paperie on my way to the Rockies.
Tornoto next!
we bought a few fountain pen friendly notebooks too!!!
Have a great day, and hope the words flow easily into your notebooks!
This is my set up after some tweaks after getting back from a trip.
I moved the closing cord knot to the spine. I am using a pair of craft folders to hold inserts. I don't like the 47 gsm Tomoe River insert as my main journal so much, but I should use it up before searching out something better. The second MD insert is for notes and quotes and scribbles.
Does anyone know what is going on? I search sites such as goulepens.com, jetpens.com, and even traveler's USA site, the covers are all out of stock.
I’m just wondering if there are any other books that fit nicely into the standard size TN (besides the Traveler’s brand). I’m looking for other options, preferably with more paper than the TN brand. Thank you!