Top 5 Posts for Every Travel Writer

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“My last point about getting started as a writer: do something first, good or bad, successful or not, and write it up before approaching an editor. The best introduction to an editor is your own written work, published or not. I traveled across Siberia on my own money before ever approaching an editor; I wrote my first book, Siberian Dawn, without knowing a single editor, with no idea of how to get it published. I had to risk my life on the Congo before selling my first magazine story. If the rebel spirit dwells within you, you won’t wait for an invitation, you’ll invade and take no hostages.” ― Jeffrey Taylor

If your own rebel spirit is restless, below are top five sites offering boundless opportunities for every travel writer.

• Journeywoman – It’s obviously written with women travelers in mind. However, every writer will benefit from the variety of tips this site offers.
• The Writing Life {31 Travel Magazines and Websites That Pay Freelance Writers} – This is a go-to site for all writers but this specific list of opportunities for travel writers is a major score.
• Albany {Story Ideas for Travel Writers} – It’s the stories we share that connect the reader with an article or photograph. This post shares ideas that are sure to spark that connection.
• Globejotting {Travel Writing Tips for Beginners: How to Structure Your Travel Tales}  – An excellent source, hands down. Dave Fox skillfully breaks down the structure process for your tales in a way that beginners, intermediates, or professional writers will all benefit.
• The Barefoot Writer {Interview: Jan Stevens} – If you’ve wondered about the story behind the story, you’ll find Jan Steven’s interview intriguing as she shares from her personal experiences as a travel writer.

Do you have a favorite travel writing site? If so, please share in the comment section.