Travel Publications Directory
Real pay rates, pitch guidelines, and response times — for magazines, newspapers, travel sites, and brand content.
Fathom Travel
Curated travel recommendations from insiders and locals. Focuses on meaningful, immersive experiences. Editorial voice is warm, sophisticated, and specific.
Varies
Financial Times Travel
How to Spend It and FT Weekend Travel sections. High-net-worth readership. Premium rates for luxury destination features. Very selective.
£0.40–£0.60/word
Fodor's Guidebooks
One of the oldest US guidebook publishers. Hotel and restaurant reviews, destination chapters. Strict factual standards and current research required.
Flat fee per assignment
Fodor's Travel
Classic travel guide brand with a strong digital presence. Destination guides, hotel reviews, and practical travel content. Works with experienced destination specialists.
Flat fee per assignment
Frommer's
Legacy travel guide publisher with digital presence. Practical destination guides, budget travel content. Works with destination experts.
Flat fee per assignment
Frommer's Guidebooks
Long-established US guidebook publisher. Budget travel focus. Writers must have firsthand, up-to-date knowledge of the destination.
Flat fee per assignment
G Adventures Blog
Adventure travel operator's content hub. Personal stories from G Adventures trips, destination features, and responsible travel angles.
Flat fee per piece
Geographical
Royal Geographical Society magazine. Exploration, environment, adventure, and people. Strong editorial standards with a scientific and geographic bent.
£0.20–£0.30/word
GetYourGuide Content
GetYourGuide's editorial platform. Destination guides focused on experiences, activities, and tours.
Flat fee per piece
Globe and Mail Travel (Canada)
Canada's national newspaper travel section. Strong on Canadian destinations, US, and international features.
C$0.30–$0.50/word
Globus Blog
Guided vacation brand content arm. Europe, North America, and worldwide tour destinations. Aligned with the Globus family of brands.
Flat fee per piece
Goats on the Road
Long-term travel and digital nomad blog. Guest posts accepted. No payment but good exposure for writers building their portfolio.
Hand Luggage Only
UK-based travel photography and inspiration site. Visual-first content. Occasionally pays select writers for destination guides and travel tips.
Flat fee per piece
Head for Points (UK)
UK's leading points and miles website. British Airways Avios, hotel loyalty, and UK credit card strategy. Requires deep knowledge of UK loyalty programmes.
Flat fee per piece
Hemispheres (United Airlines)
United Airlines inflight magazine. Destination features, city guides, business travel. Global scope aligned with United's route network.
$0.50–$1/word
Hidden Tracks
Curated travel guides to off-the-beaten-track destinations. Strong emphasis on authentic local experiences over tourist trails.
Flat fee per assignment
Hilton Direct
Hilton Honors editorial content. Destination features and hotel profiles aligned with Hilton properties worldwide.
Flat fee per piece
Hostelworld Blog
Budget accommodation booking platform with a content hub. Backpacker destinations, budget tips, and hostel culture.
Flat fee per piece
Insight Guides
Photo-led travel guides with cultural depth. Insight Guides commission writers for cultural essays and destination chapters.
Flat fee per assignment
Insight Vacations Blog
Premium guided tour brand content. Destination features aligned with Insight Vacations itineraries. Luxury and cultural travel angle.
Flat fee per piece
Intrepid Travel Blog
Content arm of Intrepid Travel. Responsible travel, sustainable tourism, and adventure. Strongly aligned with the Intrepid brand values.
Flat fee per piece
Islands Magazine
Dedicated to island destinations worldwide. Covers culture, wildlife, beaches, and island life. Strong photography integral.
$0.50–$0.75/word
KAYAK Blog
Travel search engine content hub. Practical travel tips, destination guides, and hacks for savvy travellers. Data-driven angles work well.
Flat fee per piece
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