Sunshine Travel Guide

[Rick the Door Technician]

If you have a suggestion for a location or section for the Sunshine Travel Guide, or just want to talk about it, post here.

Completed locations

• Cheep Cheep Beach
• Bowser's Castle
• Rose Town
• Luigi's Mansion
• All Galaxies from Mario Galaxy
• Flower Kingdom
• New Donk City
• Lake Lapcat
• Bowser
• Sparkle Theater
• Delfino Plaza
• Airship Fortress
• Every location from PMTTYD
• Booster Tower
• Mario's House
• Gloomy Manor
• Autumn Heights

 

[Hooded Pitohui]

With autumn on the way and a certain remake coming with it, might I suggest an edition covering Rose Town and the nearby Forest Maze?

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Alright, for issue 200 of the Shroom', I need to do something special to shake things up in the Sunshine Travel Guide! Please post suggestions here. Or don't, and force me to use my brain instead. Also, while I'm here, I thought I'd like to add something new to the Travel Guide, so it's not the same every week, examples being a new thing to cover, like history of the location, or expand the souvenir section into a proper catalogue, or maybe even expand into other Nintendo franchises, stuff like that. Or not like that. I'm not picky. First person to answer gets a shout out/cameo hybrid thing in issue 200.

 

[MegaBowser64]

Alright, for issue 200 of the Shroom', I need to do something special to shake things up in the Sunshine Travel Guide! Please post suggestions here. Or don't, and force me to use my brain instead. Also, while I'm here, I thought I'd like to add something new to the Travel Guide, so it's not the same every week, examples being a new thing to cover, like history of the location, or expand the souvenir section into a proper catalogue, or maybe even expand into other Nintendo franchises, stuff like that. Or not like that. I'm not picky. First person to answer gets a shout out/cameo hybrid thing in issue 200.

Hmm how 'bout you go galactic with the Comet Observatory, there are lots of different facilities and activities, and it's kind of grand for issue 200. Maybe you could make a list of things not to do there as well! Just an idea

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Hmm how 'bout you go galactic with the Comet Observatory, there are lots of different facilities and activities, and it's kind of grand for issue 200. Maybe you could make a list of things not to do there as well! Just an idea

Thanks for the suggestion! Sounds like a great idea!

 

[Waluigi Time]

Since the Mario vs. Donkey Kong remake is coming out in a couple of months, how about doing the Metro Kingdom/New Donk City?

(Also, if I may make a suggestion, it might be a good idea to include a list of all the locations you've covered so far in the first post of this thread. That way you shouldn't get duplicate suggestions from users who may not have seen/remember them all.)

 

[ViableBunnyBudd]

May I suggest Lake Lapcat and its islands from Bowser's Fury as a future location? I think it would be pretty on-brand for your section.

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

In the Next issue: Find out about the holiday potential of every island in Lake Lapcat! And maybe pick up a thing or two about Cosmo's backstory on the way... Coming soon too a Shroom' near you!

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

For fun I asked ChatGPT to create an issue of the Sunshine Travel guide. **Sunshine Travel Guide: Mushroom Kingdom Edition**

Welcome to the Mushroom Kingdom, a land filled with adventure, mystery, and an abundance of floating question blocks! We've crafted the ultimate travel guide to ensure your journey is as memorable as Mario's mustache. Let's dive into the Mushroom Kingdom madness!

### **Destination Highlights:**

1. **Mushroom Kingdom Castle:**
- Don't be fooled by the apparent lack of security. Princess Peach's castle is a must-see, but keep an eye out for sneaky turtles with a penchant for kidnapping royalty.

2. **Toad Town Toadstools:**
- Meet the delightful Toads of Toad Town. Fun fact: Toads can pull pretty much anything out of their heads, from hammers to confetti!

3. **Yoshi's Island:**
- Experience the joy of riding colorful Yoshis. Warning: Yoshis may have a tendency to eat absolutely anything, so keep your snacks close.

4. **Boo's Haunted Mansion:**
- For the thrill-seekers, Boo's Mansion offers ghostly tours and, if you're lucky, a game of hide-and-scare. It's a spook-tacular experience!

### **Local Cuisine:**

- **Super Mushroom Soup:**
- A hearty soup that may or may not cause unexpected growth spurts. Side effects include bouncing.

- **Fire Flower Fajitas:**
- Spice up your day with Fire Flower Fajitas. Warning: Handle with care, or you might breathe fire!

- **Star Power Smoothie:**
- A beverage that grants temporary invincibility. Drink responsibly, and avoid trying to jump on your enemies afterward.

### **Transportation:**

- **Warp Pipes:**
- Move quickly between locations with our state-of-the-art Warp Pipes. Just beware of occasional Piranha Plant sightings!

- **Koopa Troopa Taxis:**
- Need a ride? Hop on the back of a friendly Koopa Troopa taxi. Please refrain from attempting to jump on their heads.

### **Activities:**

- **Go-Kart Grand Prix:**
- Channel your inner Mario and friends with a thrilling go-kart race. Power-ups included, but use them wisely to avoid banana peel mishaps.

- **Bob-omb Beach Volleyball:**
- Enjoy a day at the beach with a twist! Bob-ombs make excellent volleyballs – just make sure the fuse is extinguished.

- **Underwater Coin Collecting:**
- Dive into sparkling oceans to collect coins. Watch out for Cheep Cheeps and Blooper ink – it's a wet and wild adventure!

### **Safety Tips:**

1. **Watch Your Step:**
- Be cautious of suspicious-looking blocks. Some might contain helpful items, while others may have an angry Wiggler waiting inside.

2. **Beware of Piranha Plants:**
- They may look harmless, but these botanical baddies are known for surprising unsuspecting travelers. Keep a safe distance!

3. **Avoid Bowser's Castle:**
- Unless you fancy a challenging obstacle course filled with lava pits, Thwomps, and occasional fire-breathing encounters, steer clear of Bowser's Castle.

### **Souvenirs:**

- **1-Up Mushrooms:**
- Take home the ultimate souvenir – a 1-Up Mushroom. Guaranteed to bring good luck, or at least an extra life.

- **Question Block Plushies:**
- Bring the magic of the Mushroom Kingdom into your home with these adorable plushies. Press the button for a surprise item (not guaranteed).

Remember, every adventure in the Mushroom Kingdom is a coin-collecting, power-up-grabbing, princess-saving extravaganza. Pack your overalls and get ready for an unforgettable journey! See you in the Kingdom, adventurer!

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

We regret to inform you that esteemed writer Cosmo "The Blue Cat Menace" Neko went missing while visiting a theatre. Fortunately we located his writing notebook and salvaged what we could to bring you the mediocre quality you've come to expect. Thank you for your patience. -The Sunshine Travel Agency

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

For issue 207 of the Shroom', I'll be putting out a one-time spin off of The Sunshine Travel Guide, featuring Cosmo getting tangled up with the Pianta Syndicate and adventuring through Rogueport. I'll release a few sneak peeks, starting today!

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Sneak peek one

He could be rich if he won this case. Never having to work a day again in his life! He just better not get pulled into any dark alleyways.

Cosmo got pulled into a dark alleyway.

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Sneak Peek 2

Cosmo passed a goomba and bandit on his way to the west side. He couldn't help but listen to their conversation. 'Just give me the credit card, and I'll put your winnings on to it for you,' The bandit offered. 'Gee, thanks man! Here you go!' The bandit then ran off. Was everyone in the town that stupid?

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

another day of leaving my writing to the last minute

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Okay phew writing done in time

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Hey go vote in the poll I made

 

[Waluigi Time]

Since the HD port came out recently, how about picking one (or more?) of the mansions from Evershade Valley for Halloween this year?

BTW, I selected both humor and writing in the poll. At its core, you have a very solid section with a good sense of humor and that really shines through no matter what topics you decide to cover, IMO. I think it's good to have the flexibility to change it up every now and then - nothing wrong with structure, but sometimes it can be hard to make everything fit depending on the location you picked (especially if you feel like you have to), which can be kind of draining.

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

New bonus Sunshine Travel Guide Issue can be found Here!!

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Because I have nothing to do with my spare time, I decided to find my favourite sentence from every issue of The Sunshine Travel Guide.
Issue 196- "The best buy at Cheap Cheap Souvenirs (why does this joke keep coming up?!)."
Issue 197-"So I would recommend not travelling here on Monday to Sunday."
Issue 198-"A shorter travel guide today, definitely because I felt like it and not because I literally have two days until the deadline." As a bonus, this was the first time I mentioned procrastination in the history of the section (I think).
Issue 199- "The legends say the one who enters will be lost forever have a great time!"
Issue 200- "Mmmm, I can just taste the germs and bacteria!"
Issue 201- "Huh, the fourth wall in my office just crumbled."
Issue 202-"Okay, I better go before someone realises I'm just making up facts..."
Issue 203-"I returned last night from the archipelago Lake Lapcat to discover I had one day till the deadline."
Issue 204-"Somehow, some of the pipes in the Mushroom Kingdom are, uh, connected to inside Bowser?"
Issue 205-"I threw myself out a window to get back to Shroom' HQ, but I'm here!"
Issue 206-"As some of you may know, annoying feline, Cosmo "waste of oxygen" Neko was fired after a failure to reach unrealistic standards while caught in a deadly situation he could not have predicted."
Issue 207-"Airship Fortress has been converted into a hotel by A Non Suspicious Company That Isn't Trying To Capture Servants For Bowser (ANSCTITTCSFB)."
Issue 208-"The perfect place to watch people BEAT THE SNOT OUT OF EACH OTHER!!!"
Issue 209-"Mallow spent every night crying in front of the television eating fruit loops."
Issue 210-"When I woke up the next day, the house was on fire."
Issue 211-"Personally, I hurtled towards the roof at high speeds before crashing through multiple floors and landing in the lobby."

Bonus level- These aren't technically issues of The Sunshine Travel Guide but they fit in to The Sunshine Travel Guide Complex Lore so they get to be included.
Cosmo in Rogueport: Hard to pick one because it's so long, so here's a few.-"Cosmo continued coming up with angsty, sad lines till he got to his apartment." "Probably just another person ordering a hit on him." "I was going to press charges in court alone, but the last time I did that, I got beaten by some half-wit called Wright." "Cosmo punched him in the face, and he ran away crying."
Issue 210.5: The issue I wrote to present my votes in Mario Boards Mega Brawl 2. -"Well I took a wrong turn on the way home and accidentally enrolled myself in some kind of fight thingy."

There you have it. I don't know why I made this list, just felt like reflecting on The Sunshine Travel Guide.

 

[Waluigi Time]

Because I have nothing to do with my spare time, I decided to find my favourite sentence from every issue of The Sunshine Travel Guide.
Issue 196- "The best buy at Cheap Cheap Souvenirs (why does this joke keep coming up?!)."
Issue 197-"So I would recommend not travelling here on Monday to Sunday."
Issue 198-"A shorter travel guide today, definitely because I felt like it and not because I literally have two days until the deadline." As a bonus, this was the first time I mentioned procrastination in the history of the section (I think).
Issue 199- "The legends say the one who enters will be lost forever have a great time!"
Issue 200- "Mmmm, I can just taste the germs and bacteria!"
Issue 201- "Huh, the fourth wall in my office just crumbled."
Issue 202-"Okay, I better go before someone realises I'm just making up facts..."
Issue 203-"I returned last night from the archipelago Lake Lapcat to discover I had one day till the deadline."
Issue 204-"Somehow, some of the pipes in the Mushroom Kingdom are, uh, connected to inside Bowser?"
Issue 205-"I threw myself out a window to get back to Shroom' HQ, but I'm here!"
Issue 206-"As some of you may know, annoying feline, Cosmo "waste of oxygen" Neko was fired after a failure to reach unrealistic standards while caught in a deadly situation he could not have predicted."
Issue 207-"Airship Fortress has been converted into a hotel by A Non Suspicious Company That Isn't Trying To Capture Servants For Bowser (ANSCTITTCSFB)."
Issue 208-"The perfect place to watch people BEAT THE SNOT OUT OF EACH OTHER!!!"
Issue 209-"Mallow spent every night crying in front of the television eating fruit loops."
Issue 210-"When I woke up the next day, the house was on fire."
Issue 211-"Personally, I hurtled towards the roof at high speeds before crashing through multiple floors and landing in the lobby."

Bonus level- These aren't technically issues of The Sunshine Travel Guide but they fit in to The Sunshine Travel Guide Complex Lore so they get to be included.
Cosmo in Rogueport: Hard to pick one because it's so long, so here's a few.-"Cosmo continued coming up with angsty, sad lines till he got to his apartment." "Probably just another person ordering a hit on him." "I was going to press charges in court alone, but the last time I did that, I got beaten by some half-wit called Wright." "Cosmo punched him in the face, and he ran away crying."
Issue 210.5: The issue I wrote to present my votes in Mario Boards Mega Brawl 2. -"Well I took a wrong turn on the way home and accidentally enrolled myself in some kind of fight thingy."

There you have it. I don't know why I made this list, just felt like reflecting on The Sunshine Travel Guide.

You're kind of making me want to do this now

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Oh my goodness someone voted "I hate The Sunshine Travel Guide you presumptuous idiot" on the poll

 

[Rick the Door Technician]

Oh no now two people have voted "I hate The Sunshine Travel Guide you presumptuous idiot" I demand to know who has done this

 

[Boo1268]

Cmon guys that's not funny

 

[Waluigi Time]

Since you haven't done one yet, I'd be curious to see how you cover a Mario Party board in this section. How about giving Snowflake Lake a try for a winter theme?