You probably already know that being a travel writer or travel blogger comes with a number of exciting perks. It’s just some of the benefits that come with having a travel writing job. Although these advantages are not the only reason I do this work, they do make my life even more enjoyable. My Travel …
In anticipation of the birth of our first child at the end of this month, I have been reaching out to all the super travel moms I know for advice. Luckily, my Wildly Successful Travel Writers community is full of super travel moms who were eager to share their sage advice and best tips with …
It’s the most magical time of the year again and to make it even more special you may want to wander to one of these Christmas Markets. Many northern hemisphere destinations are blessed with snowy winters which create an enchanting landscape for the bright lights of Christmas Markets. These much-loved markets tend to pop up …
Recently, many new and seasoned travel bloggers in my free community for Wildly Successful Travel Writers have asked me if this is a good time to get back into travel writing again. The answer is a resounding YES! Now, I’m not just saying this because I teach aspiring travel writers how to grow their platforms, …
I absolutely love traveling abroad and exploring exotic new destinations. But there is something quite satisfying about exploring your own country. This pandemic helped me rediscover my love of South Africa by forcing me to explore my own backyard. But it also helped me realize the major opportunities that present themselves to local travel bloggers …
In 2016, we took a trip to the Zanzibar archipelago off the coast of Tanzania. All I can say is that you find yourself on an idyllic piece of land surrounded by the always warm Indian Ocean – absolute paradise! The resort we stayed at was amazing – but more on that in another post. …
Dubai is one of the Middle East’s most popular and the world’s most visited cities. But do you wonder what makes this city in the UAE so special and sought after? Well, ask this to 100 different people who have already chosen to visit Dubai and we’re sure that you’ll get 100 unique answers. It’s …
If you’ve ever felt like you needed some mysterious skills or powerful connections to be a travel writer, I’m here to tell you otherwise. To the uninitiated becoming a travel writer can feel impossible. Yes, it’s tough to break into this coveted field, but it’s possible. How do I know? Well, I broke into the …
So in an attempt to try more travel experiences in 2020, we opted to go on a cruise with MSC last week. Neither of us had ever been on a cruise before so it was a rather novel experience. Our 4-night/ 5-day cruise departed from Durban Harbour in South Africa on Monday afternoon before heading …
Exercise, clean eating, relaxing and getting enough sleep has always been the fundaments of a healthy lifestyle. But we often forget that there is more to health and wellness. The concept of true wellness is a focus on the holistic approach. To view people as multi-faceted beings made up of mind, body, and soul. This …
