Travel Writing a Dream Job

I’ve felt it for a long time, blessed with a career that others would kill for. I also have said that, “you’ll never get rich doing it, but it sure makes for a rich life”. Travel writing and corresponding for some radio travel shows has certainly opened up the world for me in a big way. USA Today ran a piece called, “Travel jobs don’t get much better than these”. The article covered jobs such as Luxury Hotel Inspector, River Rafting Guide, Private Jet Tour Leader and my personal favorite, Travel Writer. The writer profiled was the popular Don George who has had a long and steady career. Currently one position Don has is Global Travel Editor for Lonely Planet.

The number of people who ask me how to begin a career in travel writing always surprises me. A few years ago the E Channel did a survey on best jobs and travel writer came in second after Rock Star. Don’s book Lonely Planet Guide to Travel Writing is one of the best ways I can think of to get the knowledge needed to make the move. To keep updated on the industry is Jen Leo’s Written Road blog. Another great place to check out is Travelers’ Tales. You get the picture, “every journey begins with the first link”.