This day course will explore the charm, challenges and complexities in the practice of travel writing. Alongside this, it will provide insight into the life of a travel writer and how to go about building your career as one.

We will explore the following areas: 

• first steps in getting started as a travel writer
• coming up with unique ideas for travel stories
• a beginner’s guide to pitching: what to do and what not to do
• researching the travel industry, the travel writing market and destinations
• different kinds of travel writing, and how to do them justice
• developing a niche and building a reputation as a travel writer
• getting paid for your writing and the perks of the job
• practical concerns: from filing a tax return to becoming ‘location-independent’

Whether you’re a student exploring a possible career option, you’re already working as a journalist or a writer, or you’re looking for a career change or a sideline, this masterclass will provide a taster for those interested in pursuing travel writing.

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