Write three things, not three pages
Try a simple daily prompt: where were you, what surprised you, and what would you do again? A few specific sentences are easier to revisit than an unfinished long entry.
Give photos a little context
Choose a handful of meaningful photos. Add a place, a date and the detail a photo cannot capture: the sound of the market, a missed train, or a conversation over dinner.
Use AI as a first draft
If you use an AI journal tool, treat its output as a draft. Check names, dates and events, and replace generic language with your own observations. Only upload photos you are comfortable sharing with the service.
Build a rhythm that fits your trip
A long train ride or the first evening back home can be a good time to write. If daily journaling feels like a chore, write one entry per city instead. The useful habit is the one you enjoy keeping.