Why can’t I expand the Trip Edit sections (Overview,Itinerary etc.) in the backend?

If you are unable to expand sections like Itinerary, Overview, and others while editing a trip in the WordPress dashboard, it is usually because of the editor you’re using.

Cause #

• You are using the Classic Editor to add or edit trips.
• From WP Travel Engine v6.1.0, the Trip Editor has been rebuilt using a React-based interface that relies on the WordPress REST API.
• The Classic Editor does not fully support this setup, which prevents the Trip Edit sections from opening.

ℹ️ WordPress itself now uses the Block Editor (Gutenberg) as the default editor, and ongoing WP Travel Engine development is optimized for it. Classic Editor will not be supported moving forward.

Solution #

To resolve this, switch to the Block Editor:

1. Deactivate the Classic Editor plugin (if you do not need it elsewhere).
   • Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins.
   • Locate Classic Editor and click Deactivate.
2. Switch only for trips (optional)
   If you want to keep Classic Editor for posts/pages but use Block Editor for trips only:
   • Follow this guide: How to switch between Classic Editor and Gutenberg.
3. Edit trips with Block Editor
   Once Classic Editor is disabled for trips, you will be able to expand and use all sections (Itinerary, Overview, etc.) without issue.

ℹ️ WP Travel Engine Trip Editor now requires the Block Editor. Switch from Classic Editor to Gutenberg for trips, and the issue will be resolved.

Feel free to contact our support team for any other assistance.