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Jonas Martin 4/7/25 Jonas Martin 4/7/25

Beautiful Chaos in Corsica: The Prototype

(12 minute read)
Two friends, one island, and barely a plan. An overnight ferry, mountain festivals, livestock-clogged roads, a heat-struck hike, and a scraped car that ends in Texas small talk. This Corsica misadventure became the Tripologiste prototype for travel that leaves room for surprise.

Tripologiste 3/31/25 Tripologiste 3/31/25

Knead to Know: The Power of European Bread

(4 minute read)
Bread in Europe is not a side dish, it is history you can tear and share. From rule-bound French baguettes to Germany’s 3,000 loaves and Italy’s focaccia, discover the craft, fermentation science, health perks, and sustainability trends shaping every crusty bite.

Tripologiste 3/24/25 Tripologiste 3/24/25

Love at First Site: Alternatives to Airbnb

(5 minute read)
Airbnb fatigue is real. This guide rounds up smarter places to stay, from Fairbnb and home exchanges to housesitting, boutique hotels, B&Bs, and modern hostels. Learn which option fits your values and budget, plus why booking direct can save money and headaches.

Tripologiste 3/17/25 Tripologiste 3/17/25

Why We Broke Up With Airbnb

(7 minute read)
Airbnb once felt like the antidote to hotels. Now it often means surprise fees, cleaning chores, inconsistent quality, and an impact on housing and neighborhoods. This piece breaks down the hidden costs, trust issues, and ethical tradeoffs, and why we stopped recommending it.

Tripologiste 3/10/25 Tripologiste 3/10/25

8 Ways To Dive Deeper in Paris

(6 minute read)
Skip the Eiffel Tower checklist. This guide offers eight cultural rituals that make Paris feel lived-in: linger at cafés, browse local markets, pack a park picnic, practice flânerie, taste pastries and wine, catch theater or opera, and finish with late-night jazz.

Jonas Martin 2/24/25 Jonas Martin 2/24/25

Can I Go?

(11 minute read)
A musician who never learned to sit still turns three words into a life compass: Can I go? From Dallas road trips and scrappy band tours to an unexpected New York career and a leap to France, Jonas recounts the chaos and the magic that followed.

Paul Browning 1/12/25 Paul Browning 1/12/25

Becoming Tripologiste

(9 minute read)
Born between Burgundy and Texas, Paul Browning grew up making Europe feel like home. A spontaneous Corsica detour with friend Jonas sparked a travel philosophy, purposeful plans with room for magic, and the leap from lifelong wanderlust to Tripologiste, a European trip-planning studio.