Follow the prompt: the idea that tourist guides are just a small part of inspiration from fiction is like saying that a road map is less important than the dream of adventure.
Who benefits from this narrative that minimizes practical tools in favor of fiction?
Clearly, those who sell dreams, not those who help realize trips, which reveals a conflict of interest.
Feasibility is paramount for a student like me; the inspiration from fiction for a trip to New Zealand is worthless if the guide shows me I can't afford it.
The guide then becomes the most realistic source of inspiration because it shows me what is actually possible with my budget.