Maintaining and growing your social media presence is an essential part of being a travel writer. It’s one of the key factors in whether your stories attract readers. And if you’re writing for publications, your editors are going to expect it--it’s also a great way to...

I’ve always said it’s smart to write about your hometown before anywhere else. After all, you know your local area—who better to tell the story? Following are some tips for a new writer on a few things you should do and a few things you should steer clear of when...

All travel writers get excited about the possibility of free perks. Perks cover a wide range of experiences. A delicious meal at a new or trendy restaurant, a complimentary stay at a hip boutique hotel or luxurious resort are standard perks. A perk can also be an...

In the movies, writers are often portrayed as lonely figures hunched over a typewriter or keyboard in a dimly lit room, banging away at the keys until an article or chapter of their novel is finished just minutes before a deadline. The truth is, writing is a team...

When you have no money, energy, or free time, the thought of starting out as a travel writer can be quite daunting. But after attending the 2013 Ultimate Travel Writer’s Workshop with Great Escape Publishing in Boston, Mass—listening avidly to past attendees’ success...