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Get to know the people and learn from
their customs. Try to pick up something that is original to that
region. Capture the essence of the place.
This way, there'll be plenty to write
about when it's time to pick up the pen.
When not traveling read up on the business of travel writing! Read
travelogues, brochures, road books, travel magazines, etc. This is a way travel writers
can get more acquainted with the trade.
Very few writers make a living out of writing alone; so it's
important to have something to fall back on in case the writing gig
doesn't work. Writers have to be practical when it comes to their
expectations. A writing career doesn't happen over night. Sometimes,
it takes years for a writer to get some type of recognition.
Don't use this as an excuse to give up though. Aspiring travel
writers should continuously send their work out. Even if they get
rejection letters after rejection letters. Don't take this
personally. Editors are very specific about the type of work they
accept.
Sharing interesting and exciting travel experiences
has the potential to create extra income when your work is
published.
That's why it's important to study the market before sending out
your work. Evaluate the market. Find out
exactly what each magazine, e-zine, newspaper, etc, is after. This
will increase the chances of getting published.
Remember, just because someone is writing about traveling, doesn't mean
that they can get away with bad writing! Make sure the quality of
work that is being produced is up to standard.
The best way to achieve this standard is to keep on writing. Even if
not on assignment in some exotic country, you can still do a lot of quality writing at home. Even if the
writing that is being done doesn't pertain to traveling. The
important thing is to write, write, and write.
Experiment with tones, perspectives, and different styles of
writing. This way when called to duty, you'll be able to
easily unleash your magic with a drop of a hat, and dazzle the
editors with your brilliance!
Resources
The Little Black Book for travel Writers
A travel writer's resource ebook. Press
trips, tourist bureaus, travel writing
markets, and more.
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