Travel writing and digital nomadism often come hand in hand. Writing about holidays sounds dreamy in itself, but one cannot forget the struggles of being your own manager and the strain of being a "content" mill. Read on for more on what it takes to be an effective travel writer.
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Being a travel writer sounds amazing in theory. You can write articles about beaches and destinations and be a free spirit, but it doesn’t come without its unique challenges. Traversing the world can sound incredibly romantic, but it also comes with covering thousands upon thousands of miles. Let’s show you what it takes to be a great travel writer and beyond that, an effective freelancer and/ or digital nomad.
Learning the Skills That Set You Apart

One of the most common misconceptions people have about freelancing is that there is a huge amount of flexibility. This may be true to some extent but the flexibility also comes with the burden of self-training in areas you might be unfamiliar with.

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Reaching a broader...