Use our Exploristo Mundi books’ 100+ colored pages divided into eight sections. Organize by country or theme, so each trip has its own space and structure. Never use your government-issued passport book to collect stamps at tourist sites, as this may invalidate the document and cause issues at immigration checkpoints.

Before pressing the stamp onto your book, place a blank sheet of paper underneath. Some stamps can be very inky and others faint. Testing prevents ink from bleeding through. If it’s a heavily inked stamp, press lightly to avoid smudging or bleed.

Once you’ve tested, press the stamp firmly and evenly. Take your time and hold the stamp against the surface for five seconds to allow for the ink to transfer.

A great practice is to stamp your design onto a separate blank label sheet first. Once you’ve stamped, you can cut out the label and stick it into your book. This takes the pressure off getting the perfect stamp in one try. If you make a mistake, you can stamp again until it looks just right. By doing it this way, you can collect all your stamps first and decide on the arrangement later, ensuring every stamp you place is crisp and beautiful. This also helps prevent bleed-through, keeping your book neat and giving you a uniform, polished look.

Don’t limit yourself to stamps. Add ticket stubs, stickers from souvenir shops, cut-up brochures, foreign currency, or personal notes. Each framed page is a blank canvas to record your adventure.

When attaching non-sticker items, like ticket stubs or loose paper, opt for glue sticks or double-sided tape instead of liquid glue. This prevents warping or damage to the pages, keeping your book intact and your additions neat and secure.

While this book is pocket-sized for easy carry and travel, it’s recommended that you wrap it in a sleeve, cover, or other form of protection. This ensures your book stays safe as you move from site to site, preserving it as a cherished keepsake alongside your other country books.

Stamping is a joyful practice, so keep it fun and light. By using your book with creativity and asking at each site, you help expand a global culture of discovery.