http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/tags/travel-journalism Travel Writers Exchange Forum Home » Tag: Travel Journalism - Recent Posts en-US Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:27:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/search.php http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/what-can-you-do-to-break-into-travel-journalism#post-1114 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:49:55 +0000 James Hills 1114@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>I would also suggest looking for openings at places like about.com and examiner.com as these are typically low paying, but will get you exposure to travel writing, working with an editor and things like a required weekly quota. (also you will get a fair amount of visibility and other perks depending on the niche you choose)</p> <p>Also, there are less competitive things like hubpages and squidoo lenses or even just setting up a free blog on wordpress / blogger etc.</p> <p>ACTION is the only way to really break in anywhere &lt;img src=&quot;http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/my-plugins/bb-smilies/default/icon_smile.gif&quot; title=&quot;:)&quot; class=&quot;bb_smilies&quot; /&gt; </p> <p>As far as travel writing degrees, I am not sure about that, but there are tons of courses all over. Frankly I wouldn't put much weight on going back to school for journalism as you either have it or you don't (passion for writing) and other skills - how to write quickly, how to write headlines etc. I personally think come best from practice. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/what-can-you-do-to-break-into-travel-journalism#post-1112 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:20:51 +0000 Rebecca Sebek 1112@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>Contact your local newspaper and speak with the editor or person in charge of the travel section. Perhaps they're looking for travel articles. You can submit your articles provide a photo) and see if they'll publish them. This is one way to break into journalism. When you're in college it's a good idea to join the newspaper or write for a local magazine, and do internships...hope this helps... </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/what-can-you-do-to-break-into-travel-journalism#post-1111 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:38:40 +0000 Richard 1111@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>Been thinking about going back to school for journalism. Is there a degree in travel journalism or is it just a regular journalism degree? Thanks... </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/whats-better-to-use-ap-or-chicago-manual-of-style#post-1098 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:16:35 +0000 Rebecca Sebek 1098@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>I believe they are closely related. Some companies are picky and prefer either AP or Chicago Manual of Style. However, as long as you understand one, you'll be able to understand the other. I wouldn't stress about it. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/whats-better-to-use-ap-or-chicago-manual-of-style#post-1094 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:35:08 +0000 Martha56 1094@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>I've noticed some writing positions require AP or Chicago Manual of Style. Which one is better? They seem to be similar with a few differences. Any thoughts. Thanks. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/what-is-the-inverted-pyramid-in-journalism#post-1086 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:02:41 +0000 Rebecca Sebek 1086@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>The inverted pyramid is, "...presenting the story in the order of importance." Turn a pyramid upside down and the broad base is at the top. This represents the most newsworthy information (lead...who, what, where, when, how, why). The tip represents the least newsworthy information. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/what-is-the-inverted-pyramid-in-journalism#post-1083 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:10:55 +0000 BillieJean 1083@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>I was reading something the other day on being a profitable writer and it mentioned the "inverted pyramid." What is the inverted pyramid? How is it used? </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/degree-in-journalism-english-history-or-literature#post-61 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:33:56 +0000 Trisha Miller 61@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>Also, once you have a few published articles under your belt (through marketing your articles) and a decent subscriber list on your [travel] blog, whether or not you have a degree won't matter. As you establish your "brand", the print publications will be very open to accepting submissions from you. That's one of the greatest benefits the internet has offered - a more level playing field. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/degree-in-journalism-english-history-or-literature#post-50 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:59:45 +0000 Rod 50@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>Some of the best writers on the web don't have degrees. They have the ability to communicate detailed/interesting information clearly, make us feel good and grab us with catchy titles. </p> http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/topic/degree-in-journalism-english-history-or-literature#post-45 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:45:54 +0000 Rebecca Sebek 45@http://www.travel-writers-exchange.com/Forum/ <p>Most organizations, no matter what profession you're in will mention a <em>degree</em> as part of the job requirements. This is not necessarily true for travel writing.</p> <p>If you're a naturally gifted writer you may feel "constricted" by going to classes to obtain a degree in journalism, literature, English, or history. For example, I worked with a guy who is a very gifted artist, and he could not sit through the "required classes" for a degree in graphic arts. It really did not matter because he sold his paintings for $500+ and painted murals. BTW...he's doing just fine. </p> <p>Magazines such as Travel + Leisure may be "sticklers" for the journalism degree. As far as a degree in travel journalism, I think you would apply for a college's journalism program.</p> <p>The most important ingredients are <em>having confidence and believing in yourself</em>. If you do not have these then it will not matter what you do. People can tell if someone is confident or not. Sometimes this is what makes the difference when it comes to receiving writing opportunities. Plus, you have to be passionate about your writing.</p> <p>Thanks for the question and good luck! </p>