Penguin Trampoline
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We've spent years exploring places most travel guides skip — Arctic Norway, forgotten corners of Portugal, off-season Iceland. We know what works, what's overhyped, and what's worth the detour.
For €40, tell us where you're thinking of going and what's making you hesitate. We'll send you a honest, personalized answer based on real experience — not packages, not commissions.
After payment, you’ll access a short form to explain your trip and questions. You’ll then get a thoughtful, customized response by email.
We’ve spent years exploring places most travel guides skip — Arctic Norway, quieter corners of Portugal, off-season Iceland. We know what’s worth it, what’s not, and what’s often overhyped.
For €40, tell us where you’re thinking of going — and what’s holding you back.
We’ll go through it together on a 60-minute 1:1 Zoom call, with honest, practical advice based on real experience. No packages, no commissions.
After payment, you’ll fill in a short form about your trip and availability.
We’ll follow up with a few time options for the call.
We’ve spent years exploring places most travel guides skip — Arctic Norway, quieter corners of Portugal, off-season Iceland. We know what’s worth it, what’s not, and what’s often overhyped.
For €40, tell us where you’re thinking of going — and what’s holding you back.
We’ll go through it together on a 60-minute 1:1 Zoom call, with honest, practical advice based on real experience. No packages, no commissions.
After payment, you’ll fill in a short form about your trip and availability.
We’ll follow up with a few time options for the call.
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ABOUT US
We’re Elinor & Jake, a married couple living in Spain, with a common passion for exploring our beautiful planet. Elinor holds a Master’s in Tourism Management, with a thesis focused on polar destinations — just one more reason we’re drawn to the Arctic and the world’s wilder corners. Read our full story and background here.
We know tourism isn’t inherently sustainable — but we believe you can’t truly respect or protect what you haven’t experienced.
For us, there’s a happy medium. That’s why we offer travel articles, pictures, videos, inspirational playlists and advice crafted from first-hand experience, taking into account the visitors’ and the locals’ perspective.
Why Penguin Trampoline?
It all happened when folding laundry — and with a rock.
Intrigued? Read the full story here.
We are the trampoline for penguins who want to fly, enabling the curious traveler to expand their horizons, often off-the-beaten track.
Because wa/ondering is the first step towards respect.
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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.