What does it say about the place you are visiting. ART ART added to the journals enhances them. Draw or color pictures of people, places and things that you have seen or illustrate your creative writing. Don't forget to collect rocks and plantlife where permissable. These can be used in a collection for classification.
Science museums are always fun.
Some places boast wonderful science museums. This is great for a rainy day. Don't forget to check out regional music. Songs that are famous in that area. Also, see if there is a state song.