Hi friend,
Yesterday was a ride. I dropped my daughter at school, then spent the rest of the day dealing with a blown tire. Waiting on the tow, waiting for the dealership to open, calling, calling again. Not exactly inspiring. Somewhere between the third phone call and munching on complimentary snacks, it hit me, this is how social feels when life happens. You plan to post, something pops, and the whole day disappears.
Cars have spare tires for a reason. Your content should too.
Below is the Spare Tire System I just sketched for days that go sideways. It is a small, ready-to-go kit that keeps you consistent without overthinking. Copy it, save it, and the next time life throws a nail in the road, you can still show up with ease.
Strategy, what we are aiming for
When life is chaotic, aim for minimum viable momentum. One caption, one Story, one follow-up line. That is enough to stay visible and keep conversations warm. Keep your spare kit in a phone note and inside your Canva file so it is always within reach.
Why it works
Tiny, prewritten pieces reduce decision fatigue. You post fast, then move on with your day. No guilt spiral, no overhauls.
Core framework, the Spare Tire System
Build this once, reuse it whenever you are busy.
1) One caption per style, prewritten
You will keep four on deck: Transformation, Tiny Story, Curiosity, Motivational.
Keep them general with a light seasonal flavor.
Put the CTA on its own line with one emoji so it stands out.
2) One Story flow, always the same structure
Slide 1, relatable moment that sets a mood.
Slide 2, a simple poll with two choices.
Slide 3, a question box that invites one short reply.
Save one friendly DM follow-up in your notes so you are never stuck on what to say.
3) One DM script, permission-based
Reply briefly, ask one clarifying question, then offer a two or three option shortlist only if they engage again. Keep it calm and human.
Templates, copy and tweak
Use these as your prewritten set. Swap a word or two to fit your voice.
Transformation
Most days feel full and fast. Imagine a week where mornings are slow, meals are easy, and your only decision is pool or beach.
Travel gives you space to breathe, not more to manage.
If you could leave soon, would you pick ocean views or mountain air ✉️
Tiny Story
The best moments are rarely planned. A poolside laugh that turns into new friends, a sunset you did not expect, the quiet before breakfast.
That is the magic people remember.
What is one memory that still makes you smile ✨
Curiosity
There is a simpler way to plan a break without 20 tabs and guesswork. Clear plan, fewer decisions, calmer pace.
If you could choose the vibe, quiet and elegant or playful and social
Want a two or three option shortlist to compare 📩
Motivational
You rarely regret the trips you take, only the ones you keep delaying. If you are waiting for perfect timing, try good-enough timing and go.
Where would you love to recharge next 🌍
Story flow, why and how
Stories are low pressure. A single tap opens a private thread where real chats happen. Keep the text short on screen and let the poll do the work.
Run this today
Slide 1, “Daydream break, pick your vibe”
Slide 2, Poll, Tropical ☀️ vs Cozy fall 🍁
Slide 3, Question box, “What makes that your pick”
Follow-up DM, “Love that. Any dates in mind or just daydreaming”
Scripts, save these to your phone
These are small, permission-based lines you can send fast. Ask one question at a time.
“Fun choice. Are you picturing adults-only quiet or family-friendly with activities”
“If you had a long weekend, would you want chill, adventure, or a mix”
“Are nonstop flights important, or is one easy connection fine”
“Want me to send a quick shortlist, two or three options to compare”
Grid companion caption, ready to post
Use this if you want something live in the next five minutes.
Yesterday threw me a curveball. A blown tire, three stops, a lot of waiting.
It reminded me why simple plans matter. When life gets messy, the things we keep doing are the things that are easy to do.
That is how I treat social. One caption, one Story, one friendly DM. Keep momentum without turning it into a whole project.
If you could use an easy reset trip right now, would you go warm and sunny or cozy and fall-ish 🌿
Repurpose, one idea three ways
Repurposing keeps you present without extra work.
Turn today’s caption into a Reel, three quick b-roll clips and the poll question at the end
Turn the caption into a carousel, headline, three short benefits, invite
Use the Story poll results for Friday’s post with the winning vibe
Planner, a 15 minute checklist
When time is tight, follow the same steps.
Paste one template, add your CTA on its own line
Post the Story flow and set a reminder to check replies tonight
Send one friendly follow-up DM to anyone who taps or replies
Save both into a Highlight called Trip Ideas
Avoid, easy mistakes to skip
Overwriting captions, keep lines short and scannable
Using two interactive stickers on one Story slide
Waiting a full day to reply, warm interest cools fast
Measure, what to watch
Track simple signals so you know what to repeat.
Story poll votes or question-box replies
Comments or saves on the grid post
DMs started and chats booked
If a template pops, reuse it next week with a different destination or vibe.
If you want full content bundles so your spare kit is always stocked, upgrade to Travelpreneur Weekly Premium. You will get monthly captions, Canva posts with matching captions in Notes, Story prompts, DM scripts, and a short guide that makes planning feel easy.
Talk soon,
Amanda Marie
