Penguin Trampoline
Welcome to Penguin Trampoline Travel Blog!
We're Elinor and Jake — a married couple based in Spain with a serious Arctic problem, a soft spot for off-the-beaten-path destinations, and a blog name that started with a rock and a pile of laundry.
Eli has a Master's in Tourism Management with a thesis on polar destinations. Between that and too many flights to Tromsø, we've written more about northern lights than we probably should have.
We cover everything from Greenland ferry routes to the Portuguese wild beaches — always from first-hand experience, always honest.
We believe you can't truly respect somewhere you've never experienced. So we go. Then we tell you what we found.
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If you're planning a trip that feels a little complicated — an Arctic adventure, a Northern Lights chase, somewhere genuinely off the map — we can help you cut through the noise and plan something concrete. We've stood on frozen fjords in Svalbard, waited for the aurora in Finnish Lapland, driven through Greenland's fjords, and found corners of Portugal and Louisiana that don't appear in any guidebook.
Elinor holds a Master's in Tourism Management with a focus on polar destinations. Between us we've covered more than 40 countries, with a particular depth in Arctic and sub-Arctic regions, the Iberian Peninsula, and off-the-beaten-path Europe.
In one hour together we'll cover:
Where to go and when, based on your specific dates and priorities
Honest advice on what's worth it and what isn't
Accommodation, transport, and logistics tailored to your style
What to realistically expect — including the things blogs don't tell you
This is fully independent advice. No commissions, no partnerships influencing what we recommend — just honest guidance based on real experience. €70 for a 60-minute Zoom or Google Meet call.
After booking you'll fill in a short form about your trip and we'll send you a few time options within 48 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We focus on off the beaten path travel, with a strong emphasis on remote, nature-heavy destinations and Arctic travel. Our content is built around real experiences, not bucket lists or curated highlights.
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The name came from a random moment — folding a shirt with a penguin jumping on a trampoline, and something clicked. The idea stuck: we want to be a trampoline for curious travelers, helping them go further, deeper, and a bit outside their comfort zone.
Penguins also represent the polar regions we care about—especially as ambassadors for fragile environments, including both the Arctic and Antarctic. And yes, we know there are no penguins in the Arctic—we just liked them too much to leave them out.
For the romantics: penguins are known for gifting stones to their partners. Consider this our version of that — sharing places and experiences worth holding on to.
Ready to take the leap?
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Arctic travel is not plug-and-play. Conditions are harsher, logistics are slower, and mistakes cost more—both financially and in safety. Preparation, flexibility, and respect for the environment are essential.
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For us, it means going beyond overcrowded highlights and exploring places where tourism isn’t the main focus. That often comes with fewer conveniences, more uncertainty, and a deeper connection to the environment. It’s also more sustainable.
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Travel is inherently not sustainable. But we believe you can’t truly care about a place without experiencing it. Our approach is based on respect—being mindful of local communities, minimizing impact in natural areas, and avoiding behaviors that contribute to overtourism, especially in fragile Arctic environments.
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No—we’re not a travel agency. We don’t sell packaged trips or pre-built itineraries. What we do offer is personal consultation, where we help you plan your own trip based on our experience with off the beaten path and Arctic travel. It’s practical, tailored, and focused on helping you avoid the common mistakes that come with remote destinations.