Talking Travel Writing

Talking Travel Writing

Talking Travel Writing is a popular weekly newsletter and resource platform on Substack dedicated to demystifying the travel media industry. Founded by veteran travel journalists Lottie Gross and Steph Dyson, the publication aims to foster transparency in a field often characterized by gatekeeping and secrecy. The newsletter provides subscribers with actionable advice on how to navigate the travel PR-journalist ecosystem, including interviews with commissioning editors from major outlets like National Geographic Traveller and The Telegraph, as well as real-world pitching guidelines and calls for stories. By sharing the “inside track” on the business of travel journalism—covering everything from ethics and press trips to the practicalities of making a living—Talking Travel Writing serves as an essential career-building tool for both aspiring writers and seasoned freelancers.