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Atlas Obscura

Pays writers— $0.25–$0.35/wordAccepts pitches

About Atlas Obscura

Dedicated to unusual, obscure, and overlooked places. Each piece focuses on a specific curious destination — not general destination guides. First-person voice preferred.

Pay Information

Pays Writers

Yes

Pay Structure

Per word

Rate

$0.25–$0.35/word

Submission Information

Accepts Pitches

Yes — accepts unsolicited pitches

Typical Response Time

Fast response — ~4 weeks

Submission Guidelines

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Quick Facts

Type: Travel Site
Pays Writers: Yes
Accepts Pitches: Yes
Response Time: ~4 weeks

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