Do you live in New York and have aspirations of being a travel writer? Would you like to visit Dublin, Ireland? Here’s a tip for you, consider trading places with someone from Dublin, Ireland. Trading places or “homeswap” has become a very popular and inexpensive way to travel. Think of it [...]
Travel writers, the search is over for the the ultimate resource guide especially for you! Hooray! At your fingertips is a “quick” reference to networking, job opportunities, books, blogs, and more! Make room because this post is “jammed packed.” Buckle up! Get ready! You are about to take a [...]
The lifestyle of a travel writer can be adventurous, fun, and romantic. Oooh lala! Two obstacles to travel writing are getting published and paying for travel. If you are a novice writer, you probably suffered from numerous rejections from editors and publishers. Perhaps you’ve been turned down for press trips, even [...]
Are you an aspiring travel writer? Would you like to write for newspaper travel sections, glossy magazines with gorgeous photos, or other travel publications? If you answered “YES,” then you “stumbled upon” the right website!
Since you are new to travel writing, you may be unsure of what to write. [...]
Travel writing is just like painting: a travel writer uses a palette of words instead of paints! When you breathe life into a story through your words, readers will want more. Part of the fun of travel writing is sharing your knowledge gained from your experience.
A photograph can tell the [...]
“All this rejection’s got me so low.” That’s a line from the song “Self Esteem” by The Offspring. Rejection of all types is an unavoidable part of life. Job rejection can suck! Sending out travel article after travel article and resume after resume becomes mechanical. Soon cynicism and fear settle [...]
Okay so this has already been out for a week (that’s what I get for being on the road!)…..but the deadline i August 1st, 2008 so there’s still time for you to sharpen your pens and pencils (does anyone still use pens and pencils?)…..or warm up your typing muscles…..
CostaRicaPages.com is sponsoring a Travel Writing Competition, [...]
Travel writers, do you have graphic design experience? If you said “I do,” then congratulations to you! Your first collaboration can be a blog to showcase your travel writing ability. If you are familiar with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, design you own logo (header) for your blog. In addition to the [...]
If you are starting out in travel writing, consider creating a blog! It is one of the greatest and safest online businesses. You can work from home or anywhere in the world! Blogs are simple and inexpensive. The best part is blogs are a great way for you to gain readers [...]
If you have a passion for traveling and writing then combine the two and become a travel writer! Would you like to know the “secrets” to travel writing? Then you came to the right place! You may want to purchase a few books along the way such as Lonely Planet’s Guide to [...]
Are you familiar with Lonely Planet? How would you like to work for them? I think that would be AWESOME! Well, you are in luck because they are on the “lookout” for new talent. Sweet!
If you are a “freelance author” with specific knowledge and experience, you may have found your next [...]
How many people loved being in school? Come on, raise your hand! Receiving an “advanced” education today is not like it was “back in the day.” Just go online and type in “college, course work, or university” and you will receive many listings for “online” instruction. That’s right! You can [...]
You decided that you would like to be a travel writer. Good for you! First, you must travel! Whether you are a backpacker or a “luxury” traveler it makes no difference. Second, get out there and meet people! Some travel writers forget or overlook the importance of personal interaction. [...]
