There has been a time in all of our lives, when we have day dreamed about going on an unknown adventure… packing up and buying a ticket to any destination… and live life on the edge. US based start-up Pack Up + Go does exactly that. Travelers who sign up, don’t know where they’re going until they arrive at the airport! It may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but the number of couples looking to dive into the unknown has been on an all time high and the agency claims that a “surprise” trip may just be the next big thing.
Ideal for those who find the process of planning a trip daunting, but love to travel. The agency takes over all the logistics on your behalf and picks the ideal holiday for you based on your budget and preferences.
The site breaks down the process for how it plans the two-night, three-day, United States-centric trips for travelers:
You answer a few simple questions like your per person budget, hobbies, ideal travel dates, dietary restrictions and other basic information like birthday, etc.
Pack Up + Go books your travel and accommodations for a three-day weekend getaway by bus, train, or plane, based on comfort and preferences.
You get final details a week before your trip like the weather forecast for your “mystery destination,” recommended items to pack (bathing suits or hiking boots?) luggage size restrictions, and the directions to the airport or bus station, and obviously, the date of departure!
A few days before your trip, you receive an envelope in the mail. You’re not supposed to open it when you receive it! The envelope contains directions to your accommodations and your city guide. It sends you off with “a curated list of recommendations for everything from cafes to nightlife to rainy day activities” and a promise that you won’t be bored wherever you go.
You show up to your departure location. Now you can open your envelope and find out where you’re headed, board your form of transport, and enjoy your trip!
