Travel bingo turns a party into a swap of travel stories: each square says something like “Has been to Ladakh” or “Has missed a flight”, and guests mingle to find someone who matches and write her name in the square. These free find someone who travel bingo cards have 28 squares, you can print up to 200 different cards for a kitty party, a reunion or a travel club, and you can play online on phones.
Travel bingo to print (PDF)
These four pages show a travel bingo set: a page of two 5 by 5 cards with a line for each name, a page of quick 4 by 4 cards, the small 3 by 3 cards and the one-page rules. Click any picture for the PDF, or use the generator at the top of the page to change the squares and the title.
Travel bingo: what is on the cards
The starter list has 28 squares in four groups, from famous places to small mishaps. Every square can start a story, which is the point of the game: the name matters less than the conversation.
| Group | Squares | Squares on the starter list |
|---|---|---|
| Places in India | 10 | Has been to Kashmir, Has visited Rajasthan, Has been to Kerala, Has been to the Golden Temple, Has seen the Taj Mahal, Has been to Ladakh, Has stayed in a houseboat, Has been to the Andamans, Has visited 5+ states, Has seen snowfall |
| Abroad | 6 | Has been to Europe, Has been to a beach abroad, Has been to Dubai, Has been to Singapore, Has visited Thailand, Has a passport full of stamps |
| Adventures | 7 | Has trekked a mountain, Has been on a safari, Has gone scuba diving, Has been on a road trip, Has taken a night train, Has traveled with only a backpack, Has been on a pilgrimage |
| Mishaps and plans | 5 | Has flown alone, Has lost luggage, Has missed a flight, Has visited a palace hotel, Plans a trip this year |
How to play travel bingo
- Give every guest a different card and a pen.
- Explain the rule: find a different person for each square and write her name in it, one name per square.
- Guests mingle for 10 to 15 minutes, asking “Have you ever…?” and swapping stories.
- The first guest with a full line shouts bingo, and the host reads out the names.
- Each winner tells the room one story that she heard.
How many guests do you need for travel bingo?
Because each name can be used only once on a card, the size of the group decides which card to print. This table shows how many different people a guest has to meet to fill a line or a whole card.
| Card | Names for a full card | Names for a line | Smallest group that can fill a card |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 by 3 | 8 (no free square) or 9 | 3 names | 9 people |
| 4 by 4 | 16 | 4 names | 17 people |
| 5 by 5 with free square | 24 | 5 names | 25 people |
A group of 10 to 16 guests suits the 4 by 4 card, and a hall of 25 or more can play the full 5 by 5 card. For a small kitty of 8 to 12, choose the 3 by 3 card.
Travel theme kitty party games for a wanderlust group
Travel theme kitty party games work best when the whole party follows the theme: a world map on the wall, snacks from different regions and a passport stamp for each guest on arrival. Travel bingo is the natural icebreaker, and the stories it produces can lead into a game of handbag bingo or a travel quiz.
Travel party games for reunions and travel clubs
Travel party games are a good fit for school reunions and travel clubs, where everyone has stories. Add squares that fit your group, such as “Has been to the school’s hill station” or “Has visited our old hometown”, and the game becomes personal. For a quiz about the world, see the flags quiz and the world capitals quiz.
Find someone who travel bingo: a tip for shy guests
Find someone who travel bingo helps shy guests, because the squares give them an easy question to open a conversation: “Have you been to Kerala?” Pair the shy guests with outgoing hosts for the first two minutes, and the room will warm up quickly. For the history of travel, Wikipedia’s travel article is a broad introduction.
Run travel bingo in six steps
- Edit the squares: add a few places that your group has visited, and remove those that do not fit.
- Print: print one card for each guest, using 4 by 4 or 3 by 3 for a small group.
- Set the scene: put up a world map and give each guest a pin to mark a favorite place.
- Mingle: set a timer for 10 to 15 minutes and let the guests walk around.
- Call time: the first line wins, and the host reads out the names.
- Share: each winner tells one story from a name on her card.
Prize ideas for travel bingo
- A luggage tag or a passport cover for the first line
- A small notebook or a travel pillow for the four corners
- A map or a travel book for the full card
- A funny “globetrotter” sash for the guest with the most names
- A packet of tea or spices from a faraway place for the best story
Tips for the host
- Choose squares that match the group, and avoid squares that need an expensive trip.
- Add a few easy squares, such as “Has been on a road trip”, so that every guest can match something.
- Ask guests to write the name, not sign it, so that the host can read it.
- Keep the time limit short, so that the game does not take over the party.
Wikipedia’s travel article gives a broad overview of the history and the many reasons people travel.
Play travel bingo online
Press Create game and share one link on WhatsApp. Every guest gets a different card on their phone, and you check winners by card number on your screen. You can personalize the squares before you start, and Download these cards (PDF) prints the same cards for guests who prefer paper. On a video call, guests can use the chat to ask “Who has been to Ladakh?”.
Travel bingo: frequently asked questions
How do you play travel bingo?
Every guest gets a card of travel squares. She mingles to find a person who matches each square, and writes the name in it. The first guest with a full line wins.
Is travel bingo good for a kitty party?
Yes. It is an easy icebreaker, it needs no props and it takes 10 to 15 minutes. It also gives guests stories to share over the snacks.
Can I make my own travel squares?
Yes. Every square is editable. Add places that matter to your group, and the cards, the caller list and the online game all use your version.
Can I change the squares?
Yes. Every square is editable in the generator: add names, inside jokes or your own list, and the cards, the caller list and the online game all use your version.
Is it free to download and play?
Yes. Printable cards, the PDF download and the online game are all free, with no app and no sign-up.