Behind this metric that relegates travel guides to mere validation, we forget the hidden cost of planning that would only start after the dream. For many, practical reality takes precedence over romantic escape; a guide is often the first step for a family managing a tight budget and limited holidays. They are not just there to validate but to guide from the start towards feasible and suitable destinations, avoiding disappointment. For example, a guide can suggest affordable family vacation options in Gaspésie that would never have been considered by a science fiction film but are perfect for logistical constraints. Ignoring this means not seeing that the guide can be the primary inspiration, the filter of reality.