Navigating the World of Travel Writing with Jessica Poitevien [EP 441]

Today on The Outdoor Biz Podcast I'm talking with Travel Writer Jessica Poitevien. Jessica says that storytelling has always been her passion. Whether she's reviewing a new hotel, diving deep into little-known destinations or helping a travel brand tell their story, she does it all with the hopes of inspiring others to explore this beautiful world. Facebook​ ​Twitter​ ​Instagram​ Love the show? Subscribe, ​rate, review, and share!​ Sign up for my Newsletter ​HERE​ I'd love to hear your feedback about the show! You can contact me here: ​[email protected] Show Notes 04:54 Jessica Started a travel blog in Spain, burned out, and freelance writing led to a travel job. 08:38 Stories have a purpose - entertaining vs. informative. 10:24 Knowing your limitations as a travel writer as a travel writer, and using local expertise. 14:51 I remember I went on a press trip once, and I was on an assignment to write about this resort. It was not my type of vacation; others loved it, considering the target audience. 17:32 Style depends on story, some for issue-solving, a personal experience, expert advice, lists of things, etc. 20:39 Editors are flexible about travel stories. 29:13 Find time to create. It's challenging, but I must sit down and write or walk to gather thoughts. 30:29 Connected with ATTA through colleague Amanda Castleman, co-teaching, travel writing, pitching, recommended for ATTA events. 34:49 Jessica's advice for getting into travel writing: Start with what you know, writing about familiar places first. 38:48 AI and technology may handle basic writing, leaving space for genuine storytelling. Jessicas Favorite Book: The Alchemist Thanks for listening and visiting our website. Don't forget to subscribe and spread the word! Learn More You can follow Jessica on her LinkedIn page and on her website, She Dreams of Travel. Next Steps If you enjoy interviews devoted to the outdoor industry, find us online at ricksaez.com/listen. We love likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, go ahead and share our site with them, too. Keywords #travel writer, #storytelling, #travel blogging, #travel industry, #travel experiences, #tourism board trips, #travel writing, #outdoor storytelling, #camping, #Sahara Desert, #freelance opportunities, #journalism, #travel blog Podcast produced using Descript, CastMagic Podcast hosted by Libsyn use code 'outdoorbizpod' for 20% OFF Show Notes powered by Castmagic Website powered by Wordpress Note: As an Affiliate of Amazon and others, I earn from qualifying purchases. Welcome to a podcast dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts looking to elevate their outdoor careers while embracing the freedom and joy of outdoor adventure. We dive deep into outdoor recreation, adventure travel and outdoor activities, helping you find the best outdoor jobs that fit your ideal outdoor life. Whether you're seeking career growth or just more time to get outdoors, we've got you covered.