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1stTrip → TM | Setup & Use

1stTrip → TM | Setup & Use Travel Mat™

Updated: 2025-10-02

Scope is limited; no riff-raff. See Support → FAQ before contacting us.

→ TM Overview

Why use Travel Mat™? A typical trip takes 3–5 hours of searching. With 1stTrip you get results in minutes: transfers, tickets, carry-on fit, seats, eSIMs, and more. Preview is free; credits or a monthly plan unlock files and calendar links.

  • Fly — flights, transfers, carry-on rules, seats, eSIMs.
  • Train — passes vs singles, reservations, late last-train checks.
  • Drive — routes, weather overlays, detours, EV stops, parking with costs & availability.
  • Destination Adventure — walks, hikes, cycling loops, local picks.
  • Packing & Gear — bag/device fit, adapters, chargers.
  • Exports — CSV, KML, GPX, Markdown, plus live calendars (monthly).
Time saved: 3–5 hours → minutes per trip.

Live prices appear at checkout in → TM; effective rate depends on placement, availability, and pacing.

2) Travel Mat™ — plan multi-stop routes & packing

Purpose plan routes, packing, and exports.

Quick Start
  1. Enter origin, destinations, and dates
  2. Add bag/device sizes to check fit
  3. Pick travel type (train, bus, flight)
  4. Preview in Markdown
  5. Export CSV/KML/GPX/Markdown
City Transport (passes vs singles)
Input
Postal (optional), stay length, trips/day
Output
Pass vs singles; reservations; quirks
Travel by car (detours & stopovers)
Input
Location + destination, interests, time budget
Output
Stops, overnights, buffers (time-aware)

Tip: tag must-sees with #stopover; re-run to rebalance time.

3) → TM Airport Transfers — compare rail / coach / taxi

Purpose airport-to-city options, first/last service.

Quick Start
  1. Choose arrival airport + time
  2. Select rail, bus, or taxi
  3. View times and details
  4. Export file with credits
4) → TM Carry-on & Seat — fit checks & comfort

Purpose check bag/device fit and seat tips.

Carry-on & Devices
Input
Bag/device dimensions + airline
Output
Under-seat / overhead / no-go
Seats & Flight Comfort
Input
Flight/aircraft, seat choice
Output
Seat pitch, quiet seats, baggage gotchas
5) → TM Driving — routes, detours & parking

Purpose realistic timing, conditions, where to park.

Quick Start
  1. Enter origin & destination (postal helps)
  2. Choose time budget
  3. Review route + weather + detours
  4. Toggle EV/fuel stations
  5. Check parking houses near arrival
  6. Export or open in Maps/Waze
Parking & Costs
  • Exact location + walk time
  • Costs: hourly/daily caps; event surges
  • Availability: open/near-full/full (where feeds exist)
  • Cheaper edge-of-city + transit links
6) → TM Exports & Calendar — CSV, KML, GPX, Markdown

Save results as CSV, KML, GPX, or Markdown. Monthly users can subscribe to a private trip calendar (rotatable link). See Calendars.

7) → TM Use Cases — solo, family, teams
Core (Solo)
  • Airport Arrival
  • City Transport
  • Travel by car
  • Carry-on & Devices
  • Seats & Comfort
  • eSIM Setup
Group / Team
  • Conference Trip
  • Family Vacation
  • Business Delegation
8) → TM Credits & Plans
Plain language: 1 search = 1 credit. Day packs last 24h. Exports are one-time files. The calendar link is a live subscription.
  • Day packs (24h): $1=5 · $2=10 · $3=20 (+ calendar link)
  • Monthly: $10=60 · $19=120
  • Add-ons: +$5=+60 · +$10=+180
  • Destination Adventure: $1=30 · $2=60 · $5=Unlimited 24h + calendar + GPX
  • Driving Navigator: $1=10 · $2=25 · $5=Unlimited 24h
  • All sales are final. Verified billing errors are credited as usage credits (not cash-to-bank).
9) → TM Calendars — add to your phone or computer
  • Travel Mat™: webcal://api.1sttrip.com/webcal/travel/{YOUR_LINK_KEY}.ics
  • Airport Transfers: webcal://api.1sttrip.com/webcal/airports/{YOUR_LINK_KEY}.ics
  • Carry-on & Seat: webcal://api.1sttrip.com/webcal/airline/{YOUR_LINK_KEY}.ics

Links are private access keys. If a link leaks, rotate it in your account.

10) → TM Disclaimers

Results are estimates; verify with official sources. Not legal advice.

11) → TM Translation — view pages in your language

On-page translation lets you view key pages in your preferred language without leaving 1stTrip → TM.

  • Use the Translate dropdown in the header to pick a language.
  • Translation runs locally in your browser using our in-house worker — no data is sent to external APIs.
  • Brand names and protected tokens (e.g., “1stTrip”, “Travel Mat™”, “→ TM”) stay unchanged for clarity.
  • Machine translation may vary by language and context; English remains the legal reference.

Google Translate (external)

If you prefer Google’s version, you can use the button below. It will open the current page in a new tab through Google Translate:

Open with Google Translate

Note: Google Translate may alter layout or links. Use the in-page version for the most stable experience.

12) → TM Info & Policies
  • Access: passkeys only (no email + password, no resets, no SMS codes). Use Bitwarden/iCloud/Chrome/Edge to store/restore your passkey.
  • Support scope: billing errors, policy/eligibility, delivery anomalies, abuse reports. No access support. Replies appear in your in-account inbox after you sign in (we do not use email/SMS).

Legal · Terms · Support

13) → TM Add Your Business — list on Travel Mat™

List cafés, tours, shops, parking, attractions, stays, and more. Your listing appears when travelers search nearby or plan routes that include your area — matching their keywords and chosen distance/radius.

How-Tos · Pricing · Create a campaign

14) eSIM Picker — land & connect fast
  • Inputs: destination/region, stay length, hotspot need
  • Output: viable eSIMs, fair-use notes, setup tips
  • Tip: install over Wi-Fi; keep your physical SIM as fallback