Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Varoam.
Is Varoam free?
The public planning tools can be explored for free. Saving, syncing or collaboration actions may require an account, and availability can vary while features are being rolled out.
Do I need to create an account?
No account is required to explore the public planner and indicative circuit results. An account is required for private project and sync features.
What is a decision tree in trip planning?
Instead of planning one linear itinerary, Varoam lets you create branches — Route A (fly direct) vs Route B (train via city) vs Route C (stopover). You compare all options side by side by price, duration and smart score.
How does the Smart Score work?
The Smart Score combines price efficiency, travel fatigue (overnight journeys, tight connections), number of stops and timing quality into a single composite score. Higher is better.
Can I share a trip?
A trip can be published with a shareable link when its owner explicitly enables public sharing. Public itineraries can also be forked from the community library.
How do the affiliate links work?
Some pages link to external travel partners and Varoam may earn a commission from an eligible referral. Indicative circuit results are clearly labelled and are not presented as bookable offers until a provider has revalidated them.
What formats can I export?
PDF, Markdown (.md), JSON (for re-importing), Google Maps URL, and iCalendar (.ics) to add trip steps to your calendar.
Can I import trips from other apps?
Yes. Varoam supports importing from CSV (generic format), TripIt JSON exports, and of course its own JSON format. Go to File menu → Import.
Is my trip data private?
By default, all your trips are private. You can optionally make a trip public (shareable link) or list it in the community library. See our Privacy Policy for details.