The best way to prepare for becoming a tour guide is to get out and see what you can handle. However, landing a job as a rookie can be difficult. Where do you turn when you want advice and guidance but don’t yet have a job? Books, of course. Below, we have described four of […]
If you’re in college, you likely encounter the same question every year: How do you spend the summer? Most college students use their summers to make money or gain valuable professional experience through internships. Unfortunately, these options rarely intersect; the most available summer jobs are often not in the fields you want to work, and […]
Becoming an independent travel guide is a goal shared by many in the tourism industry. The ability to set your own rates, work specific trips, and choose the countries and cities you want to visit can make all the difference in an already interesting and dynamic career. However, getting to this point in your travel […]
Travel blogs are a dime a dozen, but they come in all shapes and sizes. When starting out, it is important to think about the type of audience you want to draw and the content you want to produce. In understanding your niche within the blogging world, you can more easily generate content within a […]
Whether you are a travel guide, a travel blogger, or—the increasingly popular option—both, connecting with your readers is the best way to broaden your small space on the internet. Below, we have listed a few of our favorite blogging tips; if you follow this advice, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a popular […]
Everyone seems to dream about travelling the world, but only a select few actually do it. If you have made the decision to become a tour or travel guide, congratulations—you’re on your way to one of the most memorable periods in your life. However, being a travel guide isn’t always an easy job. In fact, […]
Every young adult dreams of quitting their office job, ending their lease, and running away on a year-long backpacking trip. Unfortunately, most of us don’t have the resources to accommodate a trip like this—between paying back potential loans, getting additional degrees, and maintaining a steady income, travelling, for most of us, is moving toward the […]