Become a Travel Writer, Fast – Online Course
Dear writer,
You’ve lived the journey, now it’s time to share the stories. Travel writing has never been more competitive, but with the right technique and industry knowledge, new voices can break through and be heard. We’re here to take you by the hand and show you exactly how it’s done.
If you are tired of…
- Sending pitches and not hearing back
- Being ghosted by editors
- Not knowing what to do next
And find yourself ready for…
- Clarity and confidence
- Clear techniques that work
- To feel like a travel writing pro
Then this fun, simple, plain-English online course is for you!
At your own pace, you’ll learn the essentials of writing travel stories that editors will be thrilled to publish and readers will be glued to from start to finish.
Here’s What You’re About to Learn…
After you register, you’ll get instant online access to four practical masterclasses. Inside, you will discover how to…
- Craft a professional travel story
- Write a pitch editors won’t be able to ignore
- Build your personal brand as a travel writer
Because this course is created by editors who read and review thousands of travel stories a year, you’ll get direct, clear advice that will help you stand out from others and find the words you need to write the stories that matter most to you. After listening to the masterclasses, each rich with real-world examples, you’ll complete the course with renewed confidence and clarity, excited to put pen to paper and to share your stories with the world in your own unique voice.
Inside: Four essential masterclasses on the craft of travel writing
This is a fully online course, so you get instant access the moment you join.
Masterclass: The Magic of Storytelling for Travel Writers
This masterclass is meant to give you a bit of a crash course in dramatic theory and provide simple storytelling formulas that will help you convey your travel experiences in a meaningful and compelling way. Storytelling is THE definitive yet somehow forgotten skill every travel writer needs to master, so pay close attention here!
Format: Audio Masterclass + PDF Workbook
Masterclass: The First Paragraph
In this masterclass, we’ll give you an editor’s eye view on the first paragraph. We’ll discuss several examples, and you’ll learn how to craft an interesting introduction that will cause busy editors to sit up and pay attention.
Format: Audio Masterclass + PDF Workbook
Masterclass: Travel Stories vs Travel Guides
There is more than one way to describe your travel experiences and convey information about a place. If you want to explore the various options out there for getting your travel writing published, this masterclass is for you. Here, you’ll learn how to get clarity on the best way to “package” and present your travel writing to maximize your chances of getting published.
Format: Audio Masterclass + PDF Workbook
Masterclass: Building Your Platform
One measure of success for writers is the size of your audience. It’s a signal to editors that you will bring readers to their publication. In this masterclass, originally created for the book publishing world (but useful for all writers!), Nathan breaks down how to go about building a community and tapping into it during the process of getting published.
Format: Video Masterclass + PDF Workbook
You’ll get instant online access to these four masterclasses the moment you sign up.
Bonus: Priority consideration for your travel stories
We know graduates of Travel Writer Quickstart know what it takes to craft a compelling travel story. Upon registration, you’ll be given a private code you can include in your email subject line when submitting writing to Intrepid Times — this moves your story to the top of the queue.
Bonus: Join the private travel writer’s forum
A small, exclusive WhatsApp community where professional travel writers network and support each other. Here, writers exchange opportunities, ask questions, give and receive advice, and share in the ups and downs of the profession. Moderated by Intrepid Times. Join Travel Writer Quickstart, and you’ll receive your invitation to join.
Get started now:
This is a self-paced online course. You get instant access to all materials the moment you register, and they’re yours to keep for life. The investment in Travel Writer Quickstart is $97 USD special offer now only $75!
Hear from travel writers we’ve recently worked with:
“My writing is so much improved over such a short period of time, and I’ve now got much more confidence in my own abilities.” John McFadzean
“I really enjoyed listening to the masterclasses; they provide an extraordinary amount of rich content, and it’s invaluable.” Ellen Cliggott
“It’s amazing how much it’s possible to learn in a small period of time. I have also learnt a lot about the editing process — somewhere I really struggled in the past.” Amy-Leah Potter
“Nathan and Jennifer’s masterclasses are recorded and yet it feels like they are sitting down with you in the moment. I enjoyed being able to listen the first time, taking notes, then listen again as I stepped away from the computer while exercising or commuting to work.” Jennifer Wright
