Make Steady Money as a Travel Writer Secrets of Selling Travel Stories-Without Traveling

by Adler, Jack

• ISBN13: 9781934759226
• ISBN10: 1934759228
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-04-15
• Publisher: Robert Reed Publishers

Summary

Do you dream of being a travel writer but need or want to stay close to home? This book is loaded with specific methods and ideas to generate a dependable and consistent income as a travel writer, and the best part-without spending money on travels abroad or far afield in the U.S. Read this book and discover ways to carve out a niche for yourself as a travel writer concentrating on service articles. Earn a secure flow of income. Write and sell travel articles without travelling! Develop a lucrative side line or even launch a career! Or if you are already a travel writer, spice up your repertoire of ideas, refresh your enthusiasm, and have more fun writing!

Author Biography

Jack Adler is a widely published travel writer/columnist with several books to his credit including The Consumer's Guide To Travel, Southern India, Exploring Historic California, Travel Safety (co-authored), and There's A Bullet Hole In Your Window. He teaches travel writing courses for UCLA Extension and the Writer's Digest School.

Table of Contents

Dedication	p. V
The Changing World of Travel Markets	p. 1
How to Find a Focus and Flesh Out Articles	p. 6
The Government Scene	p. 14
Air Travel/Airports	p. 28
Cruises	p. 37
Accommodations	p. 50
Car Rentals	p. 61
Trains	p. 68
Motorcoach/Recreational Vehicles/Motor homes	p. 73
Tour Packages/Special Interest Travel/Special Travelers	p. 79
Health and Insurance Considerations	p. 99
Security and Safety At Home and Abroad	p. 109
Currency/Credit and Debit Cards	p. 119
Shopping	p. 125
Travel Agents/Tour Operators/Trade Associations	p. 133
Communications	p. 137
Travel Promotional Material	p. 140
Bargains/Discounts/Deals	p. 146
Miscellaneous Subjects	p. 156
Basic Article Structure/Outlines/Drafts/Leads	p. 169
Writing Tips to Develop Verve and Clarity	p. 176
Looking for Sidebars	p. 193
Research Methods/Outlets	p. 196
How to Set Up and Conduct Interviews	p. 204
Taking Advantage of Your Own Background/Developing a Special Niche	p. 211
Utilizing Your Local Geographic Area	p. 215
Launching a Column	p. 219
Writing Queries that Work	p. 223
Finding Markets, Domestically and Internationally	p. 231
The Editing Process - Self Editing/Working with Editors	p. 237
Contracts and Copyright	p. 241
Non-Technical Photography Tips	p. 245
How to Assess the Travel Book Market and Prepare a Proposal	p. 249
How to Get Help from Travel Industry Sources/Suppliers	p. 253
Making the Most of Submissions/Rejections	p. 256
Entering Contests/Joining Associations/Business Stationery/Working at Home/IRS Issues	p. 261
Travel Terminology	p. 266
Editorial	p. 275
Resources	p. 283
About the Author	p. 287
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