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53 Best Travel Blogs and Bloggers To Follow (in 2024)

Written by Ankit Singla

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by Ankit Singla

If you’re searching for the best travel blogs today, look no further.

As always, I created this list to help aspiring travel bloggers learn a thing or two from these established sites.

However, people who are only looking for travel ideas and tips will also enjoy this post.

Without further ado, let’s take a look at the top travel blogs to follow in 2024.

Best Travel Blogs

• Nomadic Matt
• Backpacking Matt
• Adventurous Kate
• The Blonde Abroad
• California Through My Lens
• Dan Flying Solo
• Travel With Lakshmi
• Fluent in 3 Months
• Cheapest Destinations Blog
• Alex in Wanderland
• I Am Aileen
• Wandering Earl
• Be My Travel Muse
• Followtheboat
• Matthew Woodward
• The Opposite Travellers
• We Seek Travel
• Bucket List Journey
• Migrationology
• The Cranky Flier
• Never Ending Footsteps
• A Dangerous Business
• Against The Compass
• Everything Everywhere
• The Longest Way Home
• Global Grasshopper
• Girl Gone Travel
• Oneika The Traveller
• The Adventurists
• Time Travel Turtle
• Hand Luggage Only
• Travel4Wildlife
• The Insatiable Traveler
• View From The Wing
• Uncornered Market
• Jessie On a Journey
• Legal Nomads
• TravelFreak
• The Everywhereist
• Keep Calm and Travel
• Practical Wanderlust
• Expert Vagabond
• The Voyageur
• Amateur Traveler
• Girl Eat World
• The Adventure Junkies
• A Broken Backpack
• The World Travel Guy
• Life Part 2

1. Nomadic Matt

By:  Matthew Kepnes

I have to be honest with you — I love everything about  Nomadic Matt .  

Everything from his website’s design to his personal writing voice makes for an engaging reading experience. Not to mention that the name “Nomadic Matt” really sticks with me. 

Matthew Kepnes, AKA Nomadic Matt, was once a cubicle worker who admittedly wasn’t always a big traveler. On his first trip back in 2004, he went to Costa Rica where his perspective in life transformed forever. 

A single trip — that’s how easy it is to fall in love with travel. 

Today, Matthew continues living the life he was born for. He primarily blogs about travel tips, encompassing topics like how to save for a trip and things to do in Singapore. 

Blog Topics 

• Travel Insurance
• Travel planning
• Saving money on travel
• Travel gear
• Destinations

Monetization Strategies

• Display advertisements
• Superstar Blogging online course
• Affiliate marketing ( Check: Best Travel Affiliate Programs )

2. Backpacking Matt

By:  Matt Kyhnn

I think there’s something about the name “Matt” that raises a person’s affinity for traveling. 

Backpacking Matt , owned and run by Matt Kyhnn, is a travel blog that has similar vibes with Nomadic Matt. It has a simplistic design, a memorable content tone, and striking travel photos that bring the blog’s stories to life. 

Matt Kyhnn also leverages videos — providing his audience a more immersive way to enjoy his content. 

Fresh out of college, Matt simply decided that he won’t settle for a 9-5 job. Instead, he spent months working and traveling across Ireland, Scotland, and other regions in mainland Europe. 

He then booked a one-way ticket to New Zealand where he now resides. In addition to his blog, Matt also runs his own travel planning and booking website — Planit NZ. 

Blog Topics

• Affiliate marketing
• Planit NZ travel planning and booking services
• Brand collaborations

3. Adventurous Kate

By:  Kate McCulley

Kate McCulley, AKA  Adventurous Kate , is a travel blogger with lots of adventures to tell.

She’s been to 83 countries, seven continents, and plenty of experiences to help women appreciate the traveling life. 

Kate’s blog was built during her time in Southeast Asia along with her freelance portfolio, which helped fund her travels. Her target audience is women who want to travel, but required guidance on how to do it safely and easily. 

The “Solo Female Travel” category on her blog consists of posts about travel safety, travel planning, destination guides, and more. She also compiled a list of travel resources that help turn her audience’s travel ideas into action plans. 

• Travel safety for women
• Sponsored posts

4. The Blonde Abroad

By:  Kiersten “Kiki” Rich

I covered Kiersten “Kiki” Rich of  The Blonde Abroad   in my list of the top lifestyle bloggers to follow in 2024. 

As her blog’s name suggests, she’s mainly a travel blogger who also discusses two other lifestyle-related topics — blogging and photography. 

Kiersten spent three, eye-opening months in multiple countries to re-envision the idea of “ success .” She succeeded in her goal and is now one of the most accomplished travel bloggers on the web. 

The Blonde Abroad covers a range of topics from travel photography to foreign cuisine. All of which draws wisdom from Kiersten’s personal travel experiences.

• Photography
• Travel destinations
• The Travel Shop
• Social media and influencer marketing consulting

5. California Through My Lens

By:  Josh McNair

Josh McNair, owner of  California Through My Lens , has a distinct writing style that vividly describes details of travel destinations. 

Unlike bloggers who discovered the love for travel in their adulthood, Josh has always been a passionate traveler at heart. He created California Through My Lens to document his adventures with the online audience. 

California Through My Lens is run by both Josh and his wife, Amy. The pair also has an active YouTube channel called Through My Lens where they share their experiences in video form. 

As you may have guessed, Josh’s content focuses on the beaches, caves, hiking trails, waterfalls, and various landmarks in California. Intricate details of each location, from hike distances to specific travel tips, are often included in his posts. 

• National parks in California
• Driving around California
• California destinations
• Selling eBooks
• Advertisements through YouTube 

6. Dan Flying Solo

By:  Daniel “Dan” Clarke

Dan Flying Solo   is by Daniel Clarke — a travel blogger, photographer, and creative director at his own Portugal-based media company. 

Dan’s blogging life was ignited by his passion for photography. He was originally a frustrated restaurant manager who wanted more out of life.

Like me, Dan is a self-taught blogger. He worked day in and day out by doing free online courses, YouTube tutorials, and heaps of informative guides. 

What makes Dan Flying Solo an extra noteworthy blog is its library of video content. Daniel also makes it clear that the site has no particular theme — not unlike everything else in life.  

“ There’s not one particular theme to this blog because I don’t think that’s how life really is. We change and what we enjoy changes.”

7. Travel with Lakshmi

By:  Lakshmi Sharath

Lakshmi Sharath worked on a desk job for multiple media organizations for 15 years. She then started her personal travel blog in 2005 — traveling to over 25 countries and across every corner of India. 

Travel with Lakshmi has only grown steadily ever since. It won multiple awards, including “India’s best travel blog of the year” award from Indiebloggie.  

As an Indian herself, Lakshmi made sure to highlight the country’s top travel destinations on the blog. She also documented her travels to foreign countries — from Abu Dhabi to the United Kingdom. 

As a way to support aspiring travelers around the world, Lakshmi also covers important tips on starting a travel blog. This includes essential tips on photography, travel planning, and travel writing.

• Social media marketing campaigns
• Content marketing and writing services
• Digital media consulting services

8. foXnoMad

By:  Anil Polat

foXnoMad   is a unique travel blog run by digital nomad Anil Polat.

Anil was exposed to travel at a young age because his parents were journalists. Other than routine trips between Turkey and the United States, they also visited multiple destinations around the world. 

Even in his professional life as a computer security consultant, travel was a big part of Anil’s life. He eventually decided to quit his job and fixate on one goal: to visit every country in the world.

What makes foXnoMad unique is that Anil utilizes his knowledge in tech to provide insightful tips on traveling smartly. He also develops apps that can help travelers in situations like determining water drinkability and calculating tips.

You can check out his podcast where he talks about current events, new product tech releases, and all things travel-related. 

Blog Topics                                           

• foXnoMad Shop
• Paid mobile apps

9. Fluent in 3 Months

By:  Brendan “Benny” Lewis

Fluent in 3 Months   by Brendan Lewis is created for travelers with a purpose. 

Apart from regular posts about travel planning and destinations, Brendan also writes a lot of guides on foreign languages. 

Remember, language is a crucial part of every culture. Brendan makes sure you learn dozens of useful words and phrases that will enrich your visit to any country. 

Some of the most prominent content formats in his blog are “ways to say” posts and phrase listicles. There are also fun, bite-sized stories like “How I Learned French on the Toilet in 6 Months.”

For more serious language learners, Fluent in 3 Months offers “The Challenge.” It’s a full-fledged online course that will enable you to hold a 15-minute conversation in a new language.

• How to speak foreign languages
• Language hacking 
• Traveling jobs
• The Challenge online course
• Speaking engagements

10. Cheapest Destinations Blog

By:  Tim Leffel

Cheapest Destinations Blog   is one of the oldest travel blogs on this list. 

It is created and run by Tim Leffel — an award-winning travel writer and author.  

Tim has made it his life’s goal to help people make the most out of travel while spending less. His blog contains posts that teach how to spend your travel money wisely and how to make every cent count. 

Other than Cheapest Destinations Blog, Tim also runs a handful of other blogs on different, travel-related topics. This includes Perceptive Travel, Travel Writing 2.0 Blog, and Cheap Living Abroad.  

• Travel budgeting
• Influencer marketing through 360 Degree Travel Network

11. Alex in Wanderland 

By:  Alexandra Baackes

Alexandra Baackes created  Alex in Wanderland   for two reasons. 

First, she’s been dealing with a case of wanderlust all her life. And second, she’s a fan of a beloved, fictional character — Alice in Wonderland. 

Alexandra is originally from Brooklyn, New York where she purchased her one-way ticket into the traveling life. She now blogs about the best travel destinations, outdoor activities, and her personal, travel-related gear.

One of the things I like about Alex in Wanderland is the presentation and categorization of content. 

On the “Categories” page, Alex makes sure articles are well-organized based on topics like travel inspiration, activities, and planning. This makes it easy for her audience to find the information they need at any given time. 

• Outdoor activities

12. Hey Nadine

By:  Nadine Sykora

Nadine Sykora of  Hey Nadine   is a popular travel blogger, YouTuber, and social media influencer.

Over the past 10 years, she has traveled across 55 countries, spoken on expert panels, and became a keynote speaker. 

Nadine’s goal is simple: share her travel experiences with the world and help others do the same. 

Hey Nadine contains a host of content on travel advice, hacks, destinations, and inspiration. As a seasoned YouTuber, you can expect her blog content to contain a lot of embedded videos from her channel. 

• Video production
• Advertisements through YouTube
• Sponsored content

13. I Am Aileen

Just like Kiersten Rich, Aileen Adalid is another travel blogger whom I also featured in my top lifestyle blogs listicle.

Aileen runs  I Am Aileen   — an award-winning blog that discusses just about everything there is to discuss in travel. She writes about destinations, the best travel activities, foreign cuisine, and more. 

What interested me the most about Aileen is her blogging background. At age 21, she quit her corporate job, which only paid $300 a month, to become a professional traveler. 

Since then, she’s been on a streak of smashing goals and breaking barriers. Thanks to her commitment to quality content, she’s recognized as one of the top bloggers in Asia. 

• Online shop

14. Wandering Earl

By:  Derek Earl Baron

Here’s a fun trivia about  Wandering Earl . 

Unlike most bloggers who use their first names, the “Earl” in “Wandering Earl” is actually a middle name. Blog owner Derek Earl Baron only thought that “Wandering Derek” didn’t sound as catchy.

Derek is a one-of-a-kind, adventurous soul who discovered his purpose as a modern nomad relatively early into adulthood. After graduating in 1999, he planned a three-month vacation across Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. 

That three-month vacation continues to this very day. 

And that’s how Wandering Earl was created — documenting Derek’s adventures in over 100 countries. He also shares valuable pieces of wisdom on travel planning, food, budgeting, gear, and so on. 

Wandering Earl has that “old-school” look and feel to it. On the plus side, the site’s design only highlights 

• Working while traveling
• Selling “eGuides”

15. Be My Travel Muse

By:  Kristin Addis

Be My Travel Muse  is a solo female travel blog created by Kristin Addis. 

She studied in Taiwan and kept an investment banking job for four years. The only problem was, her daily routine rendered her creative, dreamer side claustrophobic. 

Her first step was a one-way ticket to Bangkok — envisioning a life of writing and travel. That’s exactly what she accomplished with her blog, which now caters to millions of readers all over the world. 

Kristin believes that solo traveling is the best way for women to feel empowered and more confident. She prioritizes solo female travel tips on her blog, including guides on safety, packing, and maintaining relationships. 

Be My Travel Muse also has heaps of content on popular travel destinations and self-care for women. 

• Self-help for women
• Relationships
• The Photo Muse Masterclass online course

16. Followtheboat

By:  Liz Cleere and Jamie Furlong

Followtheboat   is a unique travel blog that focuses on a specific mode of transport: sailing. 

It is created with love by a travel writer Liz Cleere and photographer Jamie Furlong. There’s also Millie the rescue cat, which functions as a source of inspiration and encouragement for the blog’s human founders. 

Despite the focus on sailboats, Followtheboat’s content isn’t just made for sailors. The posts are tailor-made for travelers who also happen to be interested in the art and joys of sailing. 

Don’t be surprised at the humor and dynamic range of topics on the blog. You’ll find posts like “tools you need on a sailboat” and “is this the weirdest loo in the world?”

Followtheboat also has a library of podcasts, which record Liz and Jamie’s experiences on their travels. 

• Boat maintenance
• Patreon donations

17. Matthew Woodward

By:  Matthew Woodward

If Followtheboat is about boats, you can probably guess what  Matthew Woodward   is a blog about trains. 

Not to be mistaken for  Matthew Woodward  the internet marketer, Matthew Woodward the rail adventurer loved trains as a child. He owned model railway sets, traveled alone by train, and watched shows about trains on TV. 

In his time as a geography student, he explored Europe with his trusty Interrail pass. He set his passion aside to focus on his career, which he eventually gave up to become a travel writer. 

Today, he blogs about railway systems over different continents. He’s also an accomplished author of three books: “The Railway to Heaven,” “A Bridge Even Further,” and “Trans-Siberian Adventures.”

• Railway systems
• Traveling by train
• Selling books

18. The Opposite Travellers

By:  Ryan and Rachel Riel

The Opposite Travellers   were created by married couple Ryan and Rachel Riel. 

While both loved to travel, Ryan and Rachel had contrasting preferences when it comes to traveling. 

Rachel prefers to travel in style and luxury — through the accommodations and services offered by establishments and travel agencies. Ryan, on the other hand, leans toward daring adventures like biking and trekking — on $5 per night accommodations. 

The couple, however, utilized their differences as a selling point in The Opposite Travellers. 

As such, the website’s “Travel” section has two main categories: “Luxury Travel” and “Adventure Travel.” In other words, the blog has a diverse content library for travelers of all tastes and budgets.

The Opposite Travellers also boasts high-quality visuals taken and produced by Ryan Riel. All of the site’s videos are published on Ryan Riel Media — Ryan’s official YouTube channel.  

• Content production
• Social media marketing 
• Influencer marketing

19. We Seek Travel 

By:  Olly Gaspar

We Seek Travel is an adventure travel blog by traveler and adventure photographer Olly Gaspar.

Olly has been living out of his bags full-time since 2018, turning his passion for global adventure into a treasure trove of useful travel guides accompanied by his inspiring photography.

His travel blog serves as a window to extraordinary experiences around the world– from backpacking in India to climbing Himalayan peaks, crossing deserts on camelback, cycling over the Arctic Circle, hiking with gorillas in Uganda, and even fighting Muay Thai in Thailand.

But We Seek Travel is more than just a diary of adventures. It’s a resource-rich hub where Olly shares his firsthand experiences to help modern explorers discover unique outdoor adventures, off-beat hiking trails, travel photography gear, and helpful accommodation and digital nomad resources.

• Travel Planning & Accommodation
• Outdoor Adventure
• Hiking & Trekking
• Travel photography
• Travel Gear
• Photography licensing
• Adventure Photography shoots
• Tourism development

20. Bucket List Journey

By:  Annette White

Travel is all about adventures, and so is life. 

That’s the essence of the  Bucket List Journey   by Annette White. 

The blog’s tagline is “tools and inspiration to live your list.” It refers to a person’s “bucket list,” which is basically a list of goals and experiences they want in life. 

Annette didn’t always have such a positive outlook in life. She used to be diagnosed with anxiety, which caused her to miss out on life-enriching experiences and opportunities. 

Eventually, she decided that she’ll no longer become a prisoner of fear and uncertainty. She had courage and took charge of her life’s direction — something every aspiring blogger needs to do at one point. 

Bucket List Journey talks about bucket list-worthy destinations, motivation, money, and travel tips. Annette also imparts knowledge on people who also struggle with facing fear and making braver life decisions. 

• Overcoming fear and anxiety

21. Migrationology

By:  Mark Wiens

When I first visited  Migrationology , I wasn’t sure whether to classify it as a food or travel blog. 

Then I checked out Mark Wiens’s “About” page. There, I learned that he viewed food as a way to connect with people in various cultures. 

And to be exposed to these cultures, Mark dedicates his time, money, and efforts to travel. 

Mark makes sure the blog only focuses on content based on his personal travels. It’s made for people who want to experience the flavors of the world — in person or through Mark’s posts. 

Apart from general food travel blog posts and city guides, Migrationology also offers readers a “Food Tour” service. It is the result of a year of research done by Mark himself — in partnership with  Bangkok Vanguards . 

• Bangkok Food Tour

22. The Cranky Flier

By:  Brett Snyder

We already mentioned a blog about boats and another about trains. It’s time to talk about a blog on airplanes and air travel.

Cranky Flier   is a unique blog created by Brett Snyder — President and “Chief Airline Dork” of Cranky Flier LLC. 

Brett has been fascinated with airlines all his life. When he was young, he collected airline timetables and even spent a birthday with his grandmother watching planes land. 

As an adult, he spent several years in the airline industry fulfilling multiple roles. He became a sales intern at USAir, senior analyst at America West, marketing planning product at United, and so on.

Today, Brett publishes his opinions about the airline industry on Cranky Flier. He also updates several series, like “Worst Airline Ever,” “Airlines We Lost,” and “Across the Aisle Interviews.” 

I’ll let you determine what these series are all about based on what they’re called. 

• Airline industry
• Cranky Concierge service

23. Never Ending Footsteps

By:  Lauren Juliff

Lauren Juliff is one of those bloggers who already knew what they wanted to be from an early age. 

She dreamt of traveling to new places, meeting new people, and exploring new cultures.  Never Ending Footsteps   is proof that she accomplished all three. 

The blog consists of posts about Lauren’s fulfilling travels to different countries. But unlike a lot of famous travel bloggers, she also talks about the downsides of being a digital nomad.

Never Ending Footsteps has a “The Incidents” blog section where Lauren discusses the not-so-sexy aspects of traveling. She has been scammed, attacked by monkeys, locked out of her room, lost her passport, and more. 

Despite these incidents, Lauren’s love for travel only grew. Such experiences increased her wisdom and travel acumen — resulting in some of the most insightful travel articles ever published.

Lauren also helps her audience get into the world of travel blogging. Check out “How to Start a Travel Blog” for information on web hosting, working with WordPress, and so on.

• Travel safety

24. A Dangerous Business Travel Blog

By:  Amanda Williams

A Dangerous Business Travel Blog   is a straightforward blog made to help people travel. 

It is created by Amanda Williams, who is a former journalist with degrees in journalism, hospitality, and tourism management.

Amanda first got into journalism by editing obituaries — eventually becoming a copy and layout editor at a newspaper company. She started A Dangerous Business Travel Blog in 2010 out of boredom and her need for a creative outlet. 

Fast forward to 2024, the blog now averages over 340,000 page views per month. Amanda also maintains a strong social media presence with thousands of followers across networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

A Dangerous Business Travel Blog contains posts about travel planning, packing, destinations, and inspiration. Everything is sprinkled with high-quality photos to keep readers engaged and enthused.  

The centerpiece of A Dangerous Business Travel Blog is “The 10-Day Adventure Project.” Put simply, it’s a collection of ready-to-use, self-guided itineraries that will shave hours off your travel planning process.

• Packing 
• DangerousBiz online course
• Freelance writing

25. Against the Compass

By:  Joan Torres

How do you make a travel blog stand out?

Joan Torres has a surefire answer: covering the most unusual and “off the beaten track” destinations.

Against The Compass   is a unique blog that talks about the travel routes and destinations you probably haven’t heard of. It covers destinations that people don’t normally include in their bucket list, like Pakistan, Tunisia, Syria, and other high-risk countries. 

Of course, Joan makes sure to highlight the importance of safety when traveling in relatively low-popularity destinations. He has comprehensive guides for solo female travel, travel insurance, and general travel safety.

• Travel insurance

26. Everything Everywhere 

By:  Gary Arndt

In travel blogging, a picture is undeniably worth a thousand words. There’s simply no excuse for any travel blogger to forego the inclusion of visual content in their posts.

Gary Arndt’s absolutely nailed it with his photography work for  Everything Everywhere .

Gary actually won multiple, major travel photography awards — more than any travel photographer. His photography is so good that I suggest you check the “Travel Photos” page on Everything Everywhere.

Go ahead, take a break and thank me later. 

Other than taking breathtaking photos, Gary also publishes detailed blog posts about the places he’s been. He’s been on the go for roughly 9 years non-stop, which means readers will never run out of material.

27. The Longest Way Home

By:  David Ways

The Longest Way Home   started as the personal travel journal of David Ways — a solo traveler in search of home. 

The blog originally started as David’s private, digital diary. As he journeyed across Europe and gained experience, it turned into a full-on blog with travel guides to specific locations. 

David finally found home in Nepal before traveling to other parts of Southeast Asia. 

He’s not the most nitpicky blogger in terms of grammar and spelling, but he’s definitely a brilliant storyteller. He’s also skilled in capturing and immortalizing moments into photos, which you can view on his blog’s gallery. 

The Longest Way Home has a library of content about various destinations, trekking, and travel planning. It also features in-depth travel guides to Nepal, Thailand, and overland travel — plus a mini-guide to Portugal.  

• Travel planning 
• Overland travel

28. Global Grasshopper

By:  Becky Moore

Global Grasshopper   is a travel blog run by Becky Moore and her team of professional travel photographers and writers. 

Becky’s first adventure was a six-month voyage in Southeast Asia. She considers herself a “semi-nomad,” traveling from country to country while nestling in Ireland, Australia, or parts of Southeast Asia. 

Global Grasshopper contains posts about popular travel destinations, hotels, and other places that deserve more attention. Readers will also enjoy the blog’s posts about dog-friendly travel — covering topics like dog booster seats and pet-friendly hotels. 

Since the blog is run by a team of experts, expect the content quality to be top-notch across the board. The team also organizes boutique tours, which readers can participate in for a memorable travel experience. 

• Traveling with a pet
• Boutique tours bookings

29. Girl Gone Travel

By:  Carol Cain

Carol Cain is an accomplished professional in the field of communications. She is a social media marketing expert, public speaker, branding agency owner, and award-winning travel blogger.

Girl Gone Travel   is the result of Carol’s innate passion for travel and knack for digital marketing. It is a well-designed, engaging, and filled with quality content that shines with Carol’s personality. 

Other than her travel-related posts, Girl Gone Travel also publishes a lot of posts about blogging and online branding. This makes it an excellent place to start for hopeful travelers who plan to have their own blog one day. 

• Destinations 
• Online branding
• Brave World Media company

30. HoneyTrek

By:  Mike and Anne Howard

Believe it or not,  HoneyTrek   is a travel blog about a honeymoon.

Yes — it’s probably the longest honeymoon ever.

Founders Mike and Anne Howard are a power couple with skills that can make any blog great. Anne is a former magazine editor whereas Mike’s a veteran digital media strategist and photographer. 

Together, they’ve honeymooned to over seven continents and 60 countries while creating the most romantic travel blog in the process. 

HoneyTrek contains a collection of posts about their travel destinations, experiences, and travel tips for all budgets. They also wrote two successful books: “Comfortably Wild” and “Ultimate Journeys for Two.” 

• Travel budgeting 
• Travel skills

31. Oneika The Traveller

By:  Oneika Raymond

Oneika The Traveller   is an award-winning travel blog by journalist, keynote speaker, and media personality Oneika Raymond. 

For those who don’t know Oneika, she’s the on-air travel and lifestyle correspondent for CTV Canada and NBC New York. Even more impressively, her blog won her a gold medal in the 2018 SATW Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism competition.

Oneika talks about travel destinations and her go-to tips for life on the road. With her experience in the field of journalism, she’s definitely one of the most engaging storytellers on this list.

• Fashion and style while traveling
• Traveling as a minority
• Personal opinions
• Social media marketing

32. The Adventurists

By:  Tom Morgan

The Adventurists   is hands down one of the most well-designed travel blogs in this post. 

The blog proves that integrating tons of video content into one page doesn’t have to affect its loading speed. In fact, the site loads surprisingly fast despite having several video panels on the homepage.

I’m not going to delve too deeply into this technical feat. What I’m going to focus on, however, is the brilliant team behind The Adventurists. 

The site is founded by “Chief Idiot” — Tom Morgan. Apparently, most of the crazy ideas featured on the blog were his. 

Every page on the site reflects Morgan and his team’s wackiness and passion for great adventures. They do, host, and document daring outdoor activities on air, land, and sea — plus, a whole lot of charity.

Their audience can also participate in these activities, which can be held in various parts of the globe. The “Monkey Run,” for example, is an event where participants race through dirt trails on tiny bikes.

The bottom line is, it’s hard to come up with unique ideas that set you apart in the blogging landscape. The Adventurists, on the other hand, managed to do so multiple times. 

• “The Adventures” events
• The “Shop of Stuff”

33. Time Travel Turtle

By:  Michael Turtle

Time Travel Turtle   is created by Australian Journalist Michael Turtle. 

Michael was born to be a storyteller and he knew it from an early age. 

In school, he ran the student newsletter and contributed a weekly column. He also filled the role of deputy editor of a university newspaper. 

Time Travel Turtle’s contains mainly posts on the locations that Michael has visited over the years. 

Like most renowned travel bloggers, Michael captures amazing photos that travel enthusiasts can fall in love with. He puts some of these photos up for sale to companies who’d like to feature those locations or properties. 

Michael continues to explore the world as a digital nomad. He also shares practical travel tips so readers can experience these adventures themselves. 

• Selling photography

34. Hand Luggage Only

By:  Yaya and Lloyd

Hand Luggage Only   is a hugely successful travel blog by couple Yaya and Lloyd. 

The site doles out travel advice, inspiration, photography tips, food reviews, and posts about must-see destinations. It also has a library of high-quality videos where Yaya and Lloyd describe their experiences in detail.  

Yaya and Lloyd started the blog in 2014 with a plan to share their travel stories with the world. Within a few hours, they published their first posts using photos they already took and edited. 

The moral of the story is, consider starting a blog if you already have a library of unused travel photos. 

35. Travel4Wildlife

By:  Christina Garcia and Hal Brindley 

It should only take anyone a second to figure out what  Travel4Wildlife   is all about. 

The blog is created by couple Christina Garcia and Hal Brindley out of their passion for wildlife. 

Hal is an experienced wildlife photographer for organizations like the Nature Conservancy Magazine, SEE Turtles, and RARE Conservation. Christina, on the other hand, is an experienced zoologist who worked on studies on wolves, cheetahs, and leopards. 

Travel4Wildlife’s goal is to increase awareness and increase the appreciation for wildlife. More importantly, it was Christina and Hal’s life goal to promote wildlife conservation through responsible tourism. 

Behind the scenes, the couple teams up to create compelling articles that focus on wildlife in specific destinations. The blog covers a range of species on different continents — from owls in South Africa to polar bears in Canada. 

• Wildlife tour reviews
• Responsible travel

36. The Insatiable Traveler

By:  Susan Portnoy

Susan Portnoy, also called  The Insatiable Traveler   on her blog, is a seasoned travel writer and photographer. 

Susan’s last full-time job was VP of corporate communications at Condé Nast. When that door closed, she took on a freelancing career as she learned the art of photography. 

Fast forward a few years, and she has enough accolades to make photography degree holders envious. 

Her photographic works were featured by organizations like National Geographic and companies like Bing. She also won awards like the SATW Lowell Thomas Award and the 2018 Gold in the Muster Photo Competition. 

The main focal points of The Insatiable Traveler include destinations, cruises, photography, and travel gear. Susan also covers the safaris in various regions, like Tanzania, Namibia, and Kenya. 

37. View from the Wing

By:  Gary Leff 

Just like Brett Snyder, Gary Leff of  View From The Wing   is an expert in all things air travel. 

Gary was named one of the “World’s Top Travel Experts” by Condé Nast Traveler since 2010. He also co-founded InsideFlyer.com — a community made by and for frequent flyers.

View From The Wing is a goldmine of timeless tips on airline miles, credit cards, hotels, and business travel. No matter your sub-niche in travel, I recommend checking it out for ways to maximize your frequent flyer miles. 

Gary also publishes posts called “Trip Reports” about establishments, food, and various attractions. 

• Hotel reviews
• Credit cards

38. Uncornered Market

By:  Daniel Noll and Audrey Scott

Dan Noll and Audrey Scott are a pair of adventurers, storytellers, and tourism advisors who advocate for responsible traveling. 

They created  Uncornered Market   — a responsible tourism blog — after leaving their secure and stable lifestyle in Prague. Prior to that, they lived in San Francisco and took a leap of faith for the sake of avoiding regrets.  

It’s clear that both Dan and Audrey believed that fulfillment can’t be found within the confines of your comfort zone. They explored, made connections, and shared their experiences through their travel blog. 

Some of the topics you’ll find in Uncornered Market are about destinations, sustainable tourism, food, and trekking. Dan and Audrey also write about personal growth and experiential travel. 

Uncornered Market is also a tourism development and marketing consultancy company. They help travel companies, destinations, and tourism organizations build their brands and deliver their message to a wider audience. 

• Responsible tourism
• Tourism development and marketing consultancy services

39. Jessie on a Journey

By:  Jessica “Jessie” Festa

Like plenty of bloggers, Jessica Festa needed a taste of life before discovering her true calling. 

In her youth, Jessie traveled to mostly cruises in the Caribbean and road trips in North America. She also experienced being a sightseeing guide in New York. 

Jessie on a Journey   is the result of her pursuing her dreams of getting paid to do something she loves. She now blogs about being a solo female traveler, blogging it, and profiting off of it. 

I’m sure a lot of big-name bloggers are all too familiar with how Jessie made the blogging vision a reality.

For a long time, she felt that the workaday lifestyle isn’t for her. It made her feel like she’s living everyone else’s life — not the kind of life she wanted to keep. 

Despite the disapproval of loved ones, Jessie decided to quit her secure job in favor of being a travel blogger. 

She was just as unprepared as most people before starting their own blog. The key difference is, she went out there and took her first step. 

• Travel blog consulting
• Tour company consulting

40. Legal Nomads

By:  Jodi Ettenberg

Back when Jodi Ettenberg was in law school, she never would’ve guessed she’d run a successful travel and food business. 

That happens to a lot of people, especially those who never thought of giving priority to their passions. 

It’s just a hunch, but I think the name  Legal Nomads   had something to do with Jodi’s background in law. 

Legal Nomads highlights destinations and local cultures just as insightfully as other travel blogs. What makes it different is that Jodi focuses on local cuisines to experience and tell the stories of each destination. 

A huge part of Jodi’s blog is about wellness and gluten-free eating. She then utilized her knowledge and experience to create detailed restaurant cards, which travelers can use when visiting certain countries. 

• Gluten-free restaurant cards
• The Legal Nomads Shop

41. Indiana Jo

By:  Jo Fitzsimons

Like Jodi Ettenberg, Jo Fitzsimons also used to practice law before becoming a successful travel and lifestyle writer. 

Indiana Jo   started way back in 2010 where Jo can comfortably type away her thoughts and musings. Fed up with her full-time job, she went out to see the world as a digital nomad.

It wasn’t always smooth sailing for Indiana Jo, however. According to her, she thought about quitting the blog several times before finally realizing that it’s a lifetime thing. 

Jo writes about her travel experiences, destinations, wine, and food. She also shares travel planning tips along with a long list of content about topics that personally interest her. 

• Travel health and safety

42. TravelFreak

By:  Jeremy Scott Foster

TravelFreak   is the brainchild of Jeremy Scott Foster who left America in the middle of a recession and to Australia. 

For a while, he racked up some savings as a traveling bartender. It took some time before he finally made the switch to be a digital nomad and online entrepreneur. 

Jeremy created the blog to help people create opportunities to achieve the fulfilling life they deserve. 

He writes about travel advice, destinations, gear, and ways to get your finances in order as you travel. This includes guides on how to land and keep a job abroad along with resources on reliable booking websites. 

I personally like the way Jeremy designed TravelFreak to provide the best possible user experience. Unlike a traditional layout, the site features a search bar so readers can jump right into the content they need.

TravelFreak has been featured in Forbes, National Geographic, The New York Times, and a few other big-name publications.   

43. The Everywhereist

By:  Geraldine DeRuiter

Before anything else, yes — that’s Rand Fishkin in the photo above. 

And yes, the next travel blogger on this list is Rand’s longtime sweetheart and wife. 

Geraldine DeRuiter was a former copywriter and went with Rand in his travels, which are often business-related. She then turned to the habit of documenting their travel experiences, which she described as “love letters” to her husband. 

Today, Geraldine works full-time on  The Everywhereist   — named by Time magazine as one of the best blogs in 2011. 

The Everywhereist contains posts about food and Geraldine’s travel experiences along with a comprehensive Philadelphia travel guide. The guide contains information on where to go, eat, shop, and stay. 

Geraldine also wrote a book called “All Over The Place.” It chronicles how she embraced her love for blogging after being laid off, which aspiring bloggers can draw inspiration from. 

• All Over The Place book sales

44. Keep Calm and Travel

By:  Clelia Mattana

Keep Calm and Travel   is a travel blog created by serial traveler Clelia Mattana. 

Ever since she was 19, Clelia is a certified sea lover and globetrotter. But like many travel bloggers, she was given a choice between a secure job and the traveling lifestyle. 

Clelia’s finalized her choice when she bought a one-way ticket to Asia. She then created Keep Calm and Travel to send a simple message:

“No matter what your age is, or your budget, or status, you can travel and live your life on your own terms.”

The blog’s topics include destinations across continents, photography, and travel gear. She also has a dedicated page for Sardinia, which is one of her absolute favorite travel destinations.

45. Practical Wanderlust

By:  Lia and Jeremy Garcia

Lia and Jeremy Garcia, who aptly labeled themselves a “travel couple” on Instagram, are the minds behind  Practical Wanderlust .  

Jeremy is a film degree holder whose passions include writing and directing. He also became a high school teacher who taught filmmaking and digital media art.

Lia, on the other hand, has a fashion design and apparel merchandising degree. She took on roles in corporate merchandising before becoming a business systems analyst. 

Why did I tell you all this? Simple: I want you to know what the pair had to give up pursuing their dreams of traveling. 

Practical Wanderlust’s goal is to help other people enjoy travel in the most realistic and sensible approach possible. The blog is filled with detailed content on planning memorable trips on a budget, where to go, and staying safe.   

Lia and Jeremy also host their own podcast, which is available on Google Podcasts, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. 

• Coaching and mentoring services
• Sponsored podcast episodes

46. Expert Vagabond

By:  Matthew “Matt” Karsten

Matthew Karsten, AKA the  Expert Vagabond , has been a travel blogger, photographer, and digital nomad for nine years.

He talks about budget travel tips, destinations, travel photography, and strategies to make the digital nomadic life work. 

Matt is a business degree holder who spent time freelancing as a nightlife and event photographer. While he admits it was fun, he knew that he wants and deserves something more. 

After a year of downsizing his life, eating homemade food, selling eBooks, and saving every penny, he was ready. He set out to obtain a different kind of wealth — that which is made with adventures and experiences.

• Nomadic living

47. The Voyageur

By:  Pauline Chardin

Pauline Chardin is a France-based fashion designer, photographer, and art director. 

She always had a soft spot for travel — driven by her appreciation for picturesque architecture, landscapes, and good food. She started  The Voyageur   to help people view the world through her voice and eyes. 

The Voyageur is a simple, yet aesthetic website achieved through Pauline’s incredible photography skills. Apart from itineraries and posts about hotels, food, art, and architecture, the site also has a sizeable photo gallery.

Images are accompanied by a brief article that describes the destination’s history and Pauline’s thoughts and emotions during her visit. I’m not sure what it is, but there’s something about this content format that’s truly engaging and relaxing. 

• Art and architecture

48. Amateur Traveler

By:  Chris Christensen

Don’t be fooled by the name —  Amateur Traveler   is by no means run by an amateur.

Chris Christensen is a skilled photographer, travel writer, and podcast host. The site also utilizes a long list of monetization strategies that I believe every blogger should learn. 

True, he wasn’t the most experienced traveler when he started the blog. Before he created Amateur Traveler, he was a full-time EVP of engineering and operations for a company based in Silicon Valley. 

In his defense, he grew up in a family that traveled a lot to national parks in a trailer. He also learned a lot of foreign languages, which he believes is a window into understanding and embracing different cultures. 

Amateur Traveler discusses destinations, travel budgeting, planning, gear, and booking. The site also features a weekly podcast on the top destinations around the world. 

• Amateur Traveler Shop powered by Etsy
• Podcast advertisements
• Social media and content marketing consulting services
• Content writing services
• Paid guest posts

49. Girl Eat World

By:  Melissa Hie

Melissa Hie is the “Girl” in  Girl Eat World  — a name that encapsulates what the whole blog is all about. 

You see, Melissa’s three passions are food, travel, and storytelling. She started the blog in 2015 as a digital diary for herself and friends who need travel tips. 

Prior to her blog’s success, she amassed quite a following on Instagram. This springboarded her blogging career, which she put in the back burner after focusing on her full-time career.

Girl Eat World is essentially a compendium of Melissa’s travel stories and travel planning guides. She also has an iconic style of capturing Instagram posts, which must be seen to be appreciated. 

50. The Adventure Junkies

By:  Antonio Cala and Amanda Zeisset

The Adventure Junkies   is definitely not your average travel blog. 

It’s not just about the travel stories of founders Antonio Cala and Amanda Zeisset. Upon visiting the blog for the first time, you’ll realize that it’s all about the community the blog has built. 

New visitors are encouraged to join “ Summit ” — a free community for people who seek adventures through travel and outdoor activities. There, members can connect, plan events, share posts, ask questions, form groups, and discuss anything related to travel. 

The Adventure Junkies also compile guides and resources about outdoor activities like diving, kayaking, mountain biking, and snowboarding. There’s also a section for visitors who’d like to learn about outdoor and underwater photography.

Antonio and Amanda started The Adventure Junkies as a personal blog about their three years of cycling. Over time, their readers began asking questions on how they can plan their own adventures. 

The couple then realized that they need to create something more than a personal blog. As such, they transformed The Adventure Junkies as a one-stop shop for adventurists.  

• The Adventure Junkies Store
• Paid digital guides

51. A Broken Backpack Travel Blog

By:  Melissa Giroux

Melissa Giroux used to be a social worker who only traveled once a year. 

Melissa created  A Broken Backpack   a year after her journey in the Canadian Rockies — hitch-hiking from point A to B. She continued working on her blog as a creative outlet while working on a farm in Australia. 

It didn’t take long before A Broken Backpack’s popularity gained momentum and gave Melissa a new frontier. 

The website contains crucial tips on travel gear, budgeting, destinations, and the life of a digital nomad. Melissa also put together in-depth guides on travel blogging, moving to another country as an expat, and backpacking.

• SEO eBook on Nomad Life 101

52. The World Travel Guy

By : David Leiter

David Leiter is an American travel blogger currently based in Bali, Indonesia, with his wife Intan (who’s a Bali local).

They travel around the world and try to document the most scenic destinations by creating articles, photos, videos, and guides for other travelers.

David runs  The World Travel Guy , an adventure travel blog that he started when he was a solo traveler, but now covers their travels around the globe as a couple.

In total, they’ve visited dozens of countries, while also checking off some bucket list adventures like a Komodo dragon safari in Indonesia, the Mount Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal, and a bunch of world monuments like the Angkor Wat and Taj Mahal.

• Adventure Travel
• Destination Guides
• Budget Tips
• Travel Photography
• Drone Videos
• Affiliate Partnerships
• Display Advertisements
• Sponsored Trips
• YouTube Videos

53. Life Part 2

By:  Jonathan Look Jr. and Sarah Wilson

The last blog on this list that your best life can start at any time you choose. 

Let me tell you the story behind  Life Part 2   and the people behind it.

Jonathan Look Jr. and Sarah Wilson are both happy retirees with a simple mantra: “don’t waste your retirement.”

To them, retirement isn’t about being comfortable and secure. Rather, it’s all about the freedom to listen to your heart and follow where it takes you. 

Jonathan and Sarah met in Chiang Mai, Thailand where they both agreed to see the world as a couple. 

Life Part 2 is a mix of all things travel. At times, there’ll be a post about remote destinations and backpacking, and at other times, the theme is luxury travel. 

You will, however, notice that the content topics on the blog often revolve around retirement, minimalism, and travel. 

Planning to go on your own travel adventures? Perhaps you’re thinking of starting your very own travel blog?

It doesn’t matter if you’ve got a case of wanderlust or the desire to be a travel blogger yourself. 

The list above has some of the best travel blogs ever created. They can provide you with ideas and inspiration for your next trip or first-ever travel blog post. 

If you think I missed a great travel blog that everyone should read, let me know in the comments below. Good luck!

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Best of the Best Travel Blogs: My Top 10 Favorites

Do you ever spend late nights staring into the bright glow of a computer screen, searching for inspiration through the adventures of other travelers? I do. Quite frequently actually.

I’m obsessed with travel blogs that excite me and it’s keeping me up past my bedtime.

No, I’m not talking about ogling over Instagram models stretched out under waterfalls or watching giggly tourists with selfie sticks riding elephants – that’s not what I’m searching for.

I’m looking for heartfelt writing, meaningful adventures, awe-inspiring photography, authentic experiences, and above all else,  honesty about travel .  These  are the things that make me want to see the world.  This  is why I  started a travel blog  of my own.

The good news is that I’ve found a few bloggers who do all those things and do them  really  well. That’s what this post is all about.

Let me share with you my favorite travel blogs that I’ve come across. Each blogger is quite different than the next, but they are  all  capable of keeping you up late into the night, fascinated by the pictures they paint and the lives they lead.

#1 –   Wandering Earl

Origin : 🇺🇸 U.S.A. Great for : Down to earth travelers and storytellers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Wandering Derek Earl Baron has travel in his blood. He’s been on the move constantly since 1999, with no signs of slowing down. In fact, he wrote a blog post in 2012  asking his followers for advice on a potential ‘home base’ and, well, it’s 2024 and the guy still hasn’t decided yet.

Earl’s blog is clean and inviting, which brings its genuine content to the forefront. He offers spot-on insight into the highs  and  lows of his life of constant travel, a refreshing perspective that’s all too often missing from mainstream sites. While his humble approach to blogging hasn’t vaulted him into social media fame, I don’t think he ever craved the spotlight in the first place.

His honest and focused posts push all of us to hold ourselves accountable and become better travelers, and that’s why I think he’s the best overall travel blogger.

Posts I Dig from Wandering Earl:

• A Rant About Travel, Awareness and Social Media
• Please Don’t Be Afraid to Travel on Your Own
• I’m Confused About Life Just Like Everyone Else

#2 –   Nomad Revelations

Origin : 🇵🇹 Portugal Great for : Desert wanderers and cultural connoisseurs Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

João Leitão’s destiny is to wander the Earth, and his free-spirited blog reflects just that. He flows seamlessly throughout the world, entrenching himself in any and all cultures that he encounters. He, like Wandering Earl, has been traveling since 1999 and has visited over 100 countries. He’s got some serious mileage.

What intrigues me is that João’s favorite destinations – places like Mali, Nicaragua, and Uzbekistan – are almost always ‘the roads less traveled.’ Wherever he goes, João sheds light on rich cultures that most travelers wouldn’t think twice about passing over.

When I read Nomad Revelations, I feel that João wants the reader to see the world from an ever-evolving perspective and break down their mental travel barriers. The depth of content he’s built up over 20 years is nothing short of incredible.

Posts I Dig from Nomad Revelations:

• Moped in Sahara Desert – Moroccan Motorcycle Adventure
• The Tatuyo – Incredible Life of a Surviving Amazon Brazilian Tribe
• Visit Half Moon Island – Forsaken Humid Antarctica

#3 –   Expert Vagabond

Origin : 🇺🇸 U.S.A. Great for : Thrill-seekers and photographers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Matt Karsten was an underpaid photographer in 2010, working gigs at used car dealerships and nightclubs. Now, he’s among the most successful travel bloggers in the world. How did he make that happen?

It helps that he’s a world-class photographer who seeks out extreme and obscure adventures – the types of trips most travelers shy away from. Whether he’s  exploring the notorious Darien Gap  or  trekking deep into the mountains of Afghanistan , Matt constantly puts himself in heart-pounding situations and challenges his readers to do the same.

Posts I Dig from Expert Vagabond:

• Trekking The Arctic Circle Trail in Greenland
• My 30 Best Travel Tips After 8 Years Traveling the World
• Hitchhiking Across America: One Ride at a Time

#4 –  The Broke Backpacker

Origin : 🇬🇧 U.K. Great for : Budget travelers and risk-takers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Will Hatton is a man on a mission. Three years ago, he was nearly out of money and his blog wasn’t taking off. He saw his dream disintegrating, so he decided to double down and go for broke. (It worked.) Will now runs two incredibly productive websites, offers tours of Pakistan, thrives in the cryptocurrency trade, and just purchased land to build a hostel in Bali.

The content on The Broke Backpacker is witty, informative, and unapologetic. Will isn’t afraid to dive head first into touchy subjects. Sex,  drugs , (and more  drugs ) – to Will, it’s all fair game. He inspires his readers through hilarious and motivating blog posts, and lays his failures and triumphs out for the world to learn from. He’s honest, provocative, and never quits, and that’s why he’s one of the best travel bloggers around.

Posts I Dig from The Broke Backpacker:

• 72 Lessons from 9 Years Traveling
• Why Every Backpacker Should Travel With a Tent
• 10 Reasons You Should Travel to Pakistan

#5 –  Nomadic Matt

Origin : 🇺🇸 United States Great for : City dwellers and beginner bloggers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Nomadic Matt Kepnis is a travel blogging powerhouse. His resource-heavy website exists to help  any  style of traveler from  any  walk of life. He was one of the first in the business to make it big, but success hasn’t slowed him down. He remains engaged and enthusiastic with his many thousands of readers, which is what helped him succeed in the first place.

Matt wants other bloggers to flourish, and you can see it in his writing. He recognizes and embraces the fact that he’s a leader in the travel blogging community, and shares the limelight. His site is abundant with high-quality posts from other talented bloggers from around the world. Reasons like these are why I’ve come to rely on his blog as a tremendously relevant and useful resource for me as I follow my own path.

Want to learn from the best? Enroll in Nomadic Matt’s  Superstar Blogging Course .

Posts I Dig from Nomadic Matt:

• The Ultimate Guide to Traveling When You Have No Money
• 12 Things Not to Do When You Travel
• How to Start a Travel Blog

#6 –  Atlas and Boots

Origin : 🇬🇧 U.K. Great for : Outdoor enthusiasts and environmental activists Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Peter Watson and Kia Abdullah are a travel blogging power couple. Whether they’re trekking  Africa’s Grand Canyon  or exploring  abandoned diamond-mining towns,  they constantly find themselves in eye-opening destinations. The two work well together, and it shows through their swath of impressive content.

Kia is a professional author and Peter is an avid backpacker with an impressive resume in photography and filmmaking. Their talent shines through in every post, and their top-notch content never slows down, with two new posts hitting the site every week. Atlas and Boots celebrates Earth and raises important questions about its future, all within the same breath.

Posts I Dig from Atlas and Boots:

• The Most Extreme Places on Earth
• Call of the Wild: Disconnecting from Daily Life
• Polar Bear Death: Has Extinction Tourism Gone Too Far?

#7 –  Fearful Adventurer

Origin : 🇺🇸 United States Great for : Writers and anxious travelers Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Fearful Adventurer isn’t your typical travel blog. Torre DeRoche’s goal isn’t to deliver cliché travel tips, packing guides, or scenic photography. She wants to let the world know that it’s okay to crash and burn once in a while and that fear and failure are an essential part of life (especially for her).

Torre is a brilliant writer – the best on this list. Her shamelessly self-deprecating style and honest introspection put the reader on an emotional and often hilarious journey. It’s perfectly normal to well up with tears during one paragraph and break out in laughter at the next. I don’t visit Fearful Adventurer to plan my next trip, I go there for the gripping and unfiltered over-sharing.

Posts I Dig from Fearful Adventurer:

• A Woman Who Walks Alone
• Why the Internet is Making Us All F*@#ing Insane
• The Importance of Traveling Alone

#8 –  Journey Era

Origin : 🇬🇧 Australia Great for : Go-getters and ocean enthusiasts Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Jackson Groves is a travel blogging machine. In two-and-a-half year’s time, Journey Era has racked up over 600 blog posts – all while Jackson is constantly hiking, diving, and surfing some of the world’s most tropical and scenic destinations.  How is that even possible?!  While his writing may not be as polished as others on this list, his photography and sense of adventure are undeniably excellent.

Even with his huge vault to success, Jackson still chooses to live a simple and frugal lifestyle. He’s a six-figure adventure blogger who  still  hasn’t spent more than $12 on a night of lodging in his career. He strives to clean up the environment as well, which is a tall task that he’s willing to tackle head-on. Keep moving forward, Jackson. We’ll do our best to keep up.

Posts I Dig from Journey Era:

• Adventure Bag Movement
• 50 Epic Photos of East Java to Inspire Your Adventure
• It’s Been Two Years as a Travel Blogger

#9 –  Goats on the Road

Origin : 🇨🇦 Canada Great for : Couples who travel and SEO strategists Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

Meet Nick and Dariece, Canada’s most well-known travel blogging duo. Not only are these two passionate about visiting obscure and exhilarating destinations — think Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Mozambique — they seem to get equally as excited about the business side of running a successful travel blog.

They’ve written loads of helpful posts about web hosting, SEO, and affiliate marketing — all the technical stuff aspiring travel bloggers often overlook. Their posts are also incredibly detailed – Nick and Dariece leave no stone unturned in their quest to show the travelverse exactly how it’s done.

Posts I Dig from Goats on the Road:

• A Guide to Independent Trekking in Mongolia
• 10 Expert Tips to Become A (Successful) Travel Blogger
• What We’ve Learned and Accomplished from 10 Years on the Road

#10 –  Don’t Stop Living

Origin : 🇬🇧 Northern Ireland Great for : Wild spirits and wayward souls Twitter  •  Instagram  •  Facebook

And then there is Jonny Blair, the wild card of the bunch. Born and raised in Northern Ireland, Jonny knows what it’s like to live a chaotic and unpredictable life, and you can feel it in his writing. He seems to live every day by the seat of his pants and has the uncanny ability to take us all along for the ride. His and my lifestyles don’t really match up, but I have to admit that reading about his wild and reckless adventures is seriously entertaining.

But, it’s not all fun and games for Jonny – he’s battled mightily with depression and stopped work on the blog multiple times. When you dive beneath the wild adventures, Jonny seems to be an incredibly complex and genuine person who is unafraid to share his struggles with the world. It makes me think that maybe the title of his blog is a simple reminder to himself and those who share his kind of pain.

Posts I Dig from Don’t Stop Living:

• The Day I… Met My Ex-Girlfriend In Antarctica
• 5 Craziest Travel Moments from My First 100 Countries
• Backpacking in Transnistria: Top 12 Sights in Tiraspol

There you have it: the 10 best travel blogs I’ve yet to come across. Together, these adventurous few challenge  millions  of travelers worldwide to explore further and lead lives beyond their borders. To travel is to see the world through a different set of eyes – a privilege that these wanderers don’t take for granted.

I encourage you to browse these captivating blogs and explore their stockpiles of accessible and  free  resources. You’ll find that travel blogging is more than just a pretty set of online postcards. Travel is deep and formative, and these bloggers are living proof.

Maybe some night soon, you’ll find yourself staring intensely into your computer as you absorb their exceptional stories, and the hours melt away. Maybe these are the pioneers who will inspire you to blaze a trail or two of your own.

Hell, it worked for me.

Last Updated on March 18, 2024

Noel Krasomil

The 40 Best Travel Blogs of 2021

We’ve compiled and ranked the top 40 travel blogs in the world this year. Satisfy your wanderlust with these great blogs!

Travel blogs are one of the best ways to get information about different destinations and budget tips for travel. There are many bloggers who travel full-time and write about their experiences. It’s becoming a popular resource for anyone planning a vacation with different itineraries already built and beautiful pictures to help get you excited. We pulled together a list of 40 of the best travel blogs you can explore right now on the internet. You’ll find something for every kind of traveler on the list, so enjoy exploring some new sites.

40 of the Best Travel Blogs of 2021

Notes from the road.

This is one of the longest-running travel blogs on the internet. Erik Gauger started it back in 1999 as a way to document his adventures. He is located in the Pacific Northwest but has travel stories from around the world. The photography is beautiful and there are some deep dives into plants and animals and a collection of the sketches he does while traveling.

See a sample of the photo and drawings in this post about the Deep South of the United States .

The Global Wizards

This family of four found themselves struggling to spend enough time together as a family, so they decided to uproot their lives in 2018 and start traveling the world. They share tips on traveling with kids, snippets from the time they spend in their VW van, and tons of inspiration for global family vacations.

Start with this post about the essentials for van life and RV travel in 2021 .

Two Wandering Soles

Katie and Ben have had an adventurous marriage. They’ve built two custom campervans, taught English in South Korea, and backpacked through South America. They are down-to-earth and are passionate about street food and sustainable, slow travel. With a huge collection of posts about outdoor adventures and destination guides from all around the world, they are a great resource for trip planning.

Check out this post about climbing one of the biggest volcanoes in Central America for a taste of their travel spirit.

Alex in Wanderland

Alex grew up in Albany, New York, and decided to travel early in her twenties. She has worked all kinds of different jobs in countries all over the world, but recently start hosting retreats in incredible locations. One of her passions is scuba diving and she shares some incredible dive photos and destinations to consider.

See some of her incredible underwater photography from the Red Sea here .

Kara and Nate

This travel couple were high school sweethearts from Nashville, Tennessee. They set out with the goal of visiting 100 countries by 2020 and the mission was accomplished. Transparency as a travel blogger is rare, but they share their income and expenses and give you the full story about full-time travel – the good, the bad, and the ugly. Their YouTube channel is fantastic with at least one new episode released weekly and it’s easy to follow along on their adventures.

Read their list of top travel credit cards to help maximize your rewards and travel cheaper .

Nomadic Matt

Nomadic Matt is a New York Times Bestseller that has been sharing travel advice and budget travel tips for over a decade. He shares travel guides for specific destinations and overall travel advice on how to avoid scams, find the cheapest airfare, and other important travel resources.

Explore his South Africa guide for just one example of the information you can find here.

Uncornered Market

Dan and Audrey left for Europe on a sabbatical in 2001 and never returned to corporate life in the United States. They have been sharing their adventures ever since. The blog won an award for the best responsible tourism blog, so you can be sure that travel tips from them will help you find travel experiences that don’t leave a negative impact on the places you’re visiting.

Read this post about how to support local women while traveling .

Atlas and Boots

If you’re looking for beautiful travel photography, check out Atlas and Boots. This travel blog was started by a photographer and a novelist to document their travels. You will find important debates about the impacts of the tourism industry, recaps of their mountain treks, and details about some of the most beautiful corners of the planet. It’s a great place to get some backpacking inspiration.

Start with their recap of the Everest base camp trek .

Tim and Fin

Tim and Fin are living their dream life as digital nomads that manage an online Amazon business and a successful YouTube channel. Follow their motorbike trip across Vietnam or the RV travels from the southern US to Alaska to see some incredible road trips. The most recent trip they took was to Iceland to see the volcano erupting and the drone footage they captured is unbelievable. Get inspired for your trip or experience places you may never see in person.

Check out their Banff destination guide especially if you’re planning a trip to Canada.

Hand Luggage Only

This travel blog began in a dorm room in Cambridge and now these two have traveled and photographed hundreds of beautiful destinations around the world. The photos they share definitely spark some wanderlust. Explore hundreds of “best-of” lists they’ve shared from their personal experiences which makes them one of the best travel blogs. It’s so helpful when you’re planning a trip.

Check out their 14 places to visit in Portugal to get a taste of their travel photos .

Of Whiskey and Words

This travel writer, Todd, is from the cornfields of Nebraska and was excited to hit the road immediately after college. He worked on a cruise ship, lived in Australia for a while, and has spent the last seven years traveling to festivals and different destinations around the world. He shares trip planning tips and travel deals.

Add his list of must-see spots in Hawaii to your list.

Beyond the Bucketlist

Geena and Evan set off on a round-the-world adventure. The pandemic brought them back to the United States after slow traveling in Asia, but they were able to customize a van and continue their incredible adventures. With a focus on budget and adventure travel, you’ll find so much inspiration and ideas for your next trip. You’ll get a great mix of backpacker tales and van life realities while finding incredible spots off the beaten path to add to your adventure list.

Check out their helpful tips for a trip to India .

Dan Flying Solo

Blogging about his adventures around the world and now his life in Portugal, Dan’s website is a great follow to find your next adventure. He does a tiny bit of luxury travel but mixes it in with camping trips for a wide range of experiences. You’ll get a great collection of stories from this globetrotter.

Dream about chartering a yacht with his collection of the best places to cruise .

The Poor Traveler

The word “poor” in their title refers to little money and little luck. These two bloggers share their mistakes while traveling to help you avoid those same situations. It’s one of the best budget travel blogs you can find and has a ton of content about Asia and the countries they’ve visited there as well as their home country, the Philippines.

Check out their budget guide to Tokyo, Japan .

Legal Nomads

Jodi left her legal job to travel to Siberia in 2008 and has been sharing travel stories ever since. Her lifestyle blog covers topics outside of travel as well, so you feel like you really get to know her when reading her articles. You’ll get lots of foodie information too especially if you’re searching for gluten-free options around the world. Her work has been featured in Lonely Planet, BBC Travel, and New York Times to name just a few.

As a native Canadian, she has a great guide to her hometown of Montreal .

Along Dusty Roads

Following a travel photographer is the perfect way to get excited about seeing more of the world. Along Dusty Roads has some incredible photography from the slow travels they take. The places they visit might be a bit of your comfort zone but they give you some incredible ideas of places to visit. Follow along to enjoy their beautiful adventures.

See their beautiful photographs from the Patagonia area of Chile .

Wandering Earl

Derek (his middle name is Earl) has visited 188 countries! There is no shortage of inspiration on the travel blog if you’re starting with a blank slate. He even runs a small-group tour company that you can join up with on the road. With years of travel under his belt, he has great tips for packing and the best travel gear.

He is currently doing some traveling in the United States and you can see his recent Las Vegas and Grand Canyon post here .

Silly Little Kiwi

Tara has spent the last decade of her life traveling the world, first as a solo female traveler and now with the man she fell in love with in Laos. She has backpacked around Europe, spent time living in New Zealand, and has explored many different corners of the world. You’ll find great information on sustainable brands, tours that support locals, and other great responsible travel tips.

Here is her guide to London and the best things to do there .

Roads and Kingdoms

Roads and Kingdoms is a travel site that features work for multiple travel writers and creators. They even did work with Anthony Bourdain on his Emmy-winning TV show. They have incredibly detailed city guides available for multiple locations and fascinating stories about people from all over the world.

Dive into this fascinating story about this Cambodian architect for just a glimpse into the wonderful travel writing on this site.

This family of four has been traveling for the last two decades. They’ve got a huge social media following and have even been invited to the White House for a travel summit as one of the top travel influencers. This website is full of advice for traveling with kids and family. You can listen to their podcast as well for even deeper conversations about family travel.

Get a kid’s viewpoint of California’s Disneyland with this post by their 11 year old daughter.

BucketListly Blog

Pete is a travel blogger based in Thailand. His blog features a ton of great tips and information about Thailand, New Zealand, and tons more. He has visited over 60 countries as a solo traveler and shares his perspective on travel with a third-world passport which can make some countries trickier to visit. He is also a freelance designer, which is obvious with the beautiful look of his website.

Get his 10-day Bangkok, Thailand itinerary here .

This couple claims to be on the world’s longest honeymoon and with over 3000 days and counting, they probably have the title. Along with their website, the couple has also written a book for National Geographic about the Ultimate Journeys for Two. They have recently been on a mission to become experts in the Glamping world and have been traveling around with their vintage camper. With coffee table books and gorgeous destination guides on the website, they have a ton of information to share with any traveler.

See their incredible adventure in Antartica which was their 7th continent visited (plus there are penguins.)

5 Lost Together

This Canadian family of five shares their expat life on their website with tips about traveling with kids of different ages and how to plan long-term travel. You can also read the stories of other traveling families in their series about how to travel more as a family.

Start with their A-Z Guide to traveling to India with your kids .

The Broke Backpacker

This website is run by a team of budget travelers that have successfully crossed the globe for as little as $10 per day. If you are looking for information on backpacking travels, look no further. The website covers gear, travel jobs you can do, and tours you can join. If you have any questions on hostels, cheap transportation, or insurance, you’ll find it all here.

Here is their full post about Hostel Life 101 to help answer your questions .

Gone With the Wynns

Have you ever dreamed about living on a sailboat? Follow along with Nikki and Jason as they float around the world on their catamaran. They purchased a boat and learned to sail just a few years ago and now they find themselves making the treacherous journey to New Zealand from the beautiful Cook Islands. You can learn more about the sailor’s life as they fill you in on the lingo and show you all about the ups and downs of their remote life. And if you’ve ever thought about getting a boat, they share it all and would be an incredible resource.

Watch their video and see the post about living on a remote self-built island .

The Blonde Abroad

Kiersten splits her time between San Diego, California, and South Africa. She has been traveling for years and sharing beautiful destinations and inspiration lists along the way. She shares lots of great photography tips as well as bucket list experiences that will have you instantly searching for plane tickets. You’ll also get glimpses of her life outside of travel blogging as she remodels her new home in San Diego.

See her list of the 10 safest destinations for solo female travel.

Jungles in Paris

Good travel writers can transport you from your couch into foreign lands with their incredible storytelling. Jungles in Paris is a perfect example of that. The website features a collection of different mediums that cover stories from every corner of the globe. They focus on culture, wildlife, and geography to help the readers learn about new places and experience things outside their normal bubble. Reading the stories is an adventure.

Check out one of their latest stories about a shepherd living on the Canary Islands .

Jones Around the World

Dave is a travel photographer that takes photos of his adventures. He loves tropical islands and music festivals, so you’ll find a lot of great spots to escape on this blog. He has traveled to music festivals in every corner of the globe and shared some beautiful photos. See his destination guides organized by continent to find some inspiration for your next trip.

Read about his adventure flash packing in Finland in the Arctic Circle .

Travel Freak

Jeremy created Travel Freak to help others plan their travel adventures. He covers everything from the best outdoor gear to the mistakes he has made along the way. There is an entire section of the website devoted to inspiration with monthly posts about where you should travel. If you’re looking to find somewhere new that wasn’t on your radar, check out his destination ideas.

Start with his six most inspiring moments on the road .

I Am Aileen

Aileen left her life in the Philippines to become a full-time digital nomad. She shares travel tips and guides on getting visas in different countries. Aileen has won all kinds of awards for her travel writing and blogging tips for others, so it’s a great place to get information on starting your own blog.

Check out her guide to becoming a digital nomad yourself .

Two Dusty Travelers

This couple provides incredible resources for ethical travel and volunteering all over the world. Emily is a nurse and Aaron is a teacher and they do a lot of their traveling in a tent. You’ll find resources on how to see wildlife around the world in an ethical way and get good COVID-19 resources directly from a health care professional that has worked around the country.

Read the five questions you should ask yourself before volunteering abroad .

Goats on the Road

This blog started with just one couple, but they’ve grown their team over the years to include a team of writers. They provide a lot of content about how to make money while traveling with different jobs like teaching or becoming a divemaster. The destination guides provide you with information on what to do, but also all the details you need to know about visa requirements and transportation.

See all their recommendations for a trip to Greece .

Adventurous Kate

Kate is a popular blogger that writes about solo female travel and has been to 83 different countries. She has even been named one of Forbes’s most influential travelers. Follow along with her journey or get tips for your next adventure. The website features sections on each country she has written about as well as travel resources for planning and additional info on solo female travelers.

Read her post about what not to do when traveling to Croatia .

Drink Tea Travel

This is another great resource for sustainable travel and inspiring people to consider different places and experiences that have a positive impact. The couple has even purchased and renovated an old hotel in Costa Rica using the many things they learned while traveling. You can scope out their favorite countries and favorite travel experiences on their homepage.

Here is their list of the most sustainable travel destinations in the world to get you started .

Never Ending Footsteps

Lauren started traveling in hopes that it would cure her anxiety and recent heartbreak. In the nine years since she started, she has had some wild adventures and you can catch up on all of them. She also shares some incredible tips on her favorite places and shares her travel stats each month so you can keep up with everything she’s up to on the road – good and not so great.

Follow along with Lauren on one of the great walks of New Zealand, Lake Waikaremoana .

The Common Wanderer

Mark and Mim have traveled all over the world and are currently based in Budapest. They created this website with the goal of helping those who are curious and adventurous plan their next travel adventure. They are extremely passionate about reducing over-tourism and pollution that is rapidly becoming an issue in so many places.

Learn more about carbon offsetting your next flight with their guide.

Be My Travel Muse

Kristin is a California girl who studied abroad in Taiwan and couldn’t get the travel bug out of her mind. She bought a one-way ticket to Bangkok and has been traveling ever since. She offers tips for solo female travel and breaks down destinations for anyone looking to plan an adventure. She has experienced some incredible travel moments all over the world.

See her list of the best Mayan ruins in Mexico that you can visit .

Expert Vagabond

Matt is the expert vagabond. He set off with his backpack ten years ago and has been exploring some lesser-known corners of the planet since then. Sharing the adventures he has and the things he learned, his blog is a favorite for many. Plus, he has some incredible photography tips on his website that could teach us all a thing or two.

Get a full recap of his road trip on Iceland’s famous ring road here .

Not A Nomad Blog

If you are on the hunt for some beautiful locations to travel to and practice your photography skills, this blog shares some of the best locations around the world. She has a collection of itineraries to help you maximize your time in different locations. She also shares tips on how to make your money go further.

Check out her tips for going on an African safari on any budget .

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This blog has a ton of great articles about different cities all over the place. See our full list of the best things to do in New York City or our list of the best bars and breweries in Denver . There’s no shortage of places to get inspired.

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The Best Travel Blogs in 2023 (To Inspire You)

Finding the best travel blogs online can be a challenge. I know, I have read a whole bunch of them!

That’s why this post is a roundup of some of the top travel blogs on the web. Blogs I read throughout the year for inspiration (and frustration that I am not traveling at the moment).

From solo travel, foodie travel to family travel, there is something in here for everyone! And you will certainly get some great information and inspirational travel quotes on these blogs!

Solo Travel Blogs

Adventurous kate.

Topic: Travel Blog

Blog Owner:  Kate McCulley

With over 67 countries under her belt, Kate is one adventurous female traveler! And she certainly has one of the top travel blogs on the web.

She originally left her job with the intention of traveling for 6 months, and 6 years later she can explore the world for a living! So, if this is your dream job, she might be someone to follow.

She is also a big advocate of solo female travelers and trying to dispel the myths that women can’t travel alone. Go Kate!

Nomadic Matt

Blog Owner:  Matthew Kepnes

If you search for almost anything related to travel online, you will trip over the Nomadic Matt blog. So, of course he has to be mentioned here, he has one of the best travel blogs around!

Matt has a very similar backstory to most travellers. Backpacking in Asia, not wanting to go back to work. A long life on the road since that faithful day back in July 2006.

Matt’s site is epic. And full of so many travel tips, resources, guides and tips that it will take you a year to get through it all. 

It’s a must read for any upcoming trip you have planned!

A Backpacker’s Tale

Topic:  Backpacking Travel

Blog Owner:  Stephen Schreck

Another longer term traveler, Stephen has been on the go for over 3 years.

He first discovered his passion for travel while at college on a trip to Ireland, and decided to make it his life.

He loves traveling the world, so if that is your dream, check him out. 

Oh, and one last thing, he is currently taking over (Dec 2016) a tour in New Zealand, so if you want to go on the road with him, now is your chance!

The Blonde Abroad

Topic:  Solo Travel

Blog Owner:  Kiersten

Ditching her job in corporate finance, Kiersten’s goal on her travel blog is: “to inspire you to live a life you love and settle for nothing less than extraordinary.”

She has certainly been to see the world, visiting over 50 countries, volunteering and is now consulting on the side.

If solo female travel is something your aspire to, then Kiersten is someone you should be following!

Wandering Earl

Topic:  Independent Travel

Blog Owner:  Derek (middle name Earl)

This is one of those travel blogs where the guy has been traveling forever – since December 1999 to be exact. That was when he landed in Thailand with the intention of staying for 3 months. Sound familiar?

With over 16 years travel experience, Derek has been through it all: learning Spanish in Mexico to working as a Tour Manager on board cruise ships, acting in a Bollywood television show, a three-day kidnapping in Bangladesh and teaching English in Asia. To name a few.

He also runs his own tour company, and with the experience he has, I am sure it will be a tour to remember!

So, if you want to learn and experience what a pro-traveler is all about, check out Derek’s blog for some great travel tips.

Alex in Wanderland

Topic:  Independent Travel

Blog Owner:  Alexandra Baackes

Traveling and working on the road since 2011, Alex has been around the globe and back.

Originally a New Yorker, she now makes a living while on the road and has been to more countries than I can count on my hands (and feet).

As you can tell from her blog, she has a talent for design (and photography ) and seems to spend a lot of time in the water – scuba diving!

She is worth following, especially if you want to combine travel and photography, which is something most travel bloggers should do well.

Blog Owner: Clint

I think has the record in this list, with over 100 countries visited!

Although, unlike most here he also works or was a student while doing it.

His obsession is travel hacking, so finding you the best way to travel (fly, accommodation etc) without paying full price. If that sounds like a good plan to you (does to me!) then put his blog on your to-read list right now!

So, if you want a different take on travel, start reading her blog today!

Be My Travel Muse

Blog Owner: Kristin Addis

Kristin has a different take on travel to most – go where others don’t go and travel how others don’t travel.

She has been on the road since late 2012 and has immersed herself in local cultures and experiences like almost no one else.

Just to give you an example of how she rolls, in her own words she has: 

hitchhiked solo across China, climbed some of the tallest mountains in the world, done some of the deepest SCUBA dives, did a 35-day safari in Africa, spent two months hiking in Patagonia, and even became a Buddhist nun for 10 days.

Johnny Vagabond

Topic:  Solo Travel 

Blog Owner: Wes Nations

Wes is someone who loves to travel “low and slow” as he calls it. Using local transportation and taking the time to get to know the culture.

He is a low-budget traveler who is worth following as his budget has taught him how to get around, stay traveling and live an amazing lifestyle without a huge amount of cash.

A bit later to the travel life than most, Wes is not looking back now, and neither should you!

I Am Aileen

Blog Owner: Aileen Adalid

Aileen is an adventurous Filipino lass who left home at the age of 21 and never looked back!

Currently freezing her butt off in New York, Aileen will help motivate travelers all around the world to pack their backs and just “get going”!

For your next travel inspiration go check out her site!

Brendan’s Adventures

Topic:  Solo Travel & Photography

Blog Owner: Brendan van Son

Brendan is a traveler who combines great photography with what he does!

If you want to learn from one of the best, someone who teaches photography, travels and has been featured across the web (Guardian, BBC, National Geographic) this is a blog for you.

Highlights: 5 years, 6 continents, 80 countries and something off the beaten path: a solo scooter trip down the west coast of Africa!

Keep Calm And Travel

Blog Owner: Clelia Mattana

Clelia is a Sardian-born lass who came to travel later in life than most but has made up for it in a big way.

Her big life adventures and escape from the run of the mill will inspire anyone.

Although there is a focus on Sardinia and Asia on her site, you will find lots of hidden gems if you keep digging!

Food Travel Blogs

Migrationology.

Topic: Food Travel Blog

Blog Owner:  Mark Wiens

Mark is a self-proclaimed travel-eater. He is all about seeing travel from the food side of things.

He is currently located in Thailand with his wife, and still blogging consistently. But, before he settled down, he not only lived all over the place as a kid, but also after finishing college.

If you are into travel and food (and discovering the culture of a place through it’s food) then this is the blog for you.

Legal Nomads

Blog Owner:  Jodi Ettenberg

Jodi is another traveler who combines her love of travel with food. For her, it started out of necessity – because she is a celiac. But she soon found herself picking her next destination because of the food.

She has also been a long-time traveler, and her blog has now become a great resource for all things travel, food, with a focus also on photography and great travel stories.

Certainly not your run-of-the-mill travel blog and definitely one to check out.

Will Fly For Food

Blog Owners:   JB & Renee

I think the name of their blog sums it all up, but in their own words, this is : “a travel blog for the gastronomically inclined”.

These travel bloggers are drive to travel, but food is the priority. So it that is what gets you out of bed in the morning, their blog will be bookmarked in a flash.

They also have a great resource on their about page – the National Dish Quest , a list of foods that you have to eat in each country, which are ticked off as they complete the task!

Family Travel Blogs

The traveling canucks.

Topic:  Family Travel

Blog Owners: Nicole and Cameron Wears

Traveling as a family, especially with new-borns, is a big challenge. And these two travel bloggers seem to have it all sorted!

Of course, with over 10 years of travel experience, and 65 countries behind them, I am sure that makes it a little easier.

Their aim is to share their travel stories and inspire others to travel.

Tips For Family Trips

Blog Owners: Allison and Katie

Another great resource for those wanting to take their kids on their travels, Tips for Family Trips will fill your to-do list in no time!

These travel bloggers understand the challenges families face on the road and have also “been there and done it”. Something not all advice-givers in the industry can say.

Go check out their blog and see what you think.

Travel With Bender

Blog Owners: Erin & Josh Bender

Two Aussies on the go with their kids since 2012, Erin and Josh run a great blog.

I like to use people’s own descriptions of their blogs when possible, and this is what these guys have to say about their blog’s purpose: “a unique and invaluable travel resource to parents, couples and singles alike”.

So, not 100% family focused, but traveling with their kids certainly has given them knowledge worth sharing!

More Blogs to Add?

Sure, there are thousands of them. And this is not a list of all of them, or all the best ones. It’s just a list of blogs that I think are worth checking out.

So, if you think I have left a gem off the list, don’t be shy, just let me know!

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21 U.S. Travel Bloggers Worth Following

21 u.s. travel bloggers everyone with wanderlust should be following.

If being a travel blogger sounds like a dream job — well, it kind of is. Writers across America spend their days exploring fantastic sights in dozens of exotic countries, documenting what they experience and making a living as they go.

But that doesn’t mean the job is easy. Most professional travelers have made impressive sacrifices to follow their dreams, whether it's by selling all of their belongings, living in small apartments with several roommates, or just living very simply. Superb travel blogging also takes a unique knack for making extraordinary travel experiences resonate with the masses.

Here, we’ve rounded up some of the most engaging and inspirational travel bloggers across the U.S. And yes, a little bit of jealousy is OK.

A Dangerous Business

The blogger behind A Dangerous Business is Amanda, who decided in high school that she wanted to travel. An avid Lord of the Rings fan, she was determined to visit New Zealand and spent two weeks there in 2005. She has since been to over 50 countries on six continents.

With the hopes of traveling more, Amanda started A Dangerous Business in 2010, but isn't a full-time traveler. She enjoys the comforts of home — and her beloved cat — far too much. Instead, she created the blog as a hobby and a way to combat boredom at work. In 2015, after earning her Master's degree in Tourism Management, she went full-time as a blogger.

The goal of A Dangerous Business is to help people find ways to fit travel into their lives. Amanda works with global brands and destinations to create bucket-list-style travel trips, and has been featured on The Huffington Post and USA Today Travel .

Follow Amanda on her adventures by visiting her on Facebook and Instagram .

The Everywhereist

An author and public speaker, Geraldine DeRuiter runs the award-winning blog, The Everywhereist .  

While her focus is primarily on travel-related topics, she does occasionally delve into content related to dessert and feminism. And she has an apparent fondness for Jeff Goldblum.

The Seattle blogger has been featured in Forbes , The Independent and The Huffington Post . TIME Magazine also called her work “clever,” while The New York Times described her as "dark and hilarious."

These assessments are evident when you explore The Everywherist, which showcases Geraldine's dry wit. Check out her Facebook page and Instagram page to keep up with her shenanigans.

The Blonde Abroad

The award-winning travel and lifestyle blog, The Blonde Abroad , is run by California native Kiersten Rich. She left her job in corporate finance to become a world traveler, and has now been to over 50 countries.

Through her blog, Kiersten hopes to inspire people to live a life they love and not settle for anything less. The Blonde Abroad is a multi-level business that allows Kiersten to earn an income through various streams of revenue. She offers social media and marketing consulting, content creation and blog mentorship retreats, and takes all-expenses-paid press trips to produce content for brands.

You can catch all of Kiersten's adventures on Instagram , where she does weekly Q&A stories on travel, work and personal topics.

Adventurous Kate

Kate McCulley travels the world for a living and documents her adventures on her blog, Adventurous Kate . It all started in 2010 when she quit her job in online marketing to travel to southeast Asia for six months. Those six months turned into five years and she's now traveled across more than 65 countries.

Adventurous Kate started on that trip to southeast Asia, when Kate began building up her freelance work portfolio while developing her blog. In 2016, she moved to New York City, revamped her blog and downsized her travel, so she's only away from home about 25 percent of the time.

You can keep up with Kate on social media by following her on Facebook , YouTube and Twitter .

A self-described former cubicle dweller, Matt Long is the man behind the LandLopers blog. His passion for travel led him to start the blog, but he doesn't backpack around the world. He lives in a house in the suburbs with his three dogs and has found a way to make travel his profession. The blog name comes from the word "landloper," which is a wanderer or vagabond.

LandLopers is a reflection of Matt's experiences, and provides information on many travel-related topics. He strives to make travel more fun and accessible by sharing tips on how to experience the best destinations around the world.

Follow Matt on Instagram , Twitter and Facebook .

Lee Abbamonte

A Wall Street veteran, Lee Abbamonte worked in energy and wealth management for eight years after earning his undergraduate degree in Finance and Marketing from the University of Maryland at College Park, and his MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

Lee is now a multimedia travel personality, brand ambassador and entrepreneur.

He's also the youngest person to visit every country in the world, plus the North and South Poles. His goal is to visit all 325 countries and unique destinations in the world via the Travelers Century Club list. He has been featured in or on a wide array of media outlets, including Fox News, ESPN, CNN, Sports Illustrated , the Washington Post and Conde Nast Traveler.

Lee documents his travels on Facebook , Instagram , YouTube and Twitter .

Sending Postcards

The travel blog Sending Postcards is a labor of love between a married couple. While they don't disclose their names, they do share their story. After their wedding, the duo left Canada to travel the world together. The blog was essentially a way to document their extended honeymoon.

The two spent a year traveling around Africa, Europe and the U.S., living in Montreal for a few years before settling in San Francisco, which they currently call home. As they travel to various destinations, many right in and around California, they share their adventures on Sending Postcards.

Hippie in Heels

Rachel Jones grew up in a small town in Ohio, where she lived with her brother and parents. When she got to college, she spent two summers backpacking in Europe and a month in Uganda. She went on to graduate with honors as a nurse. After 11 months as a cardiac care nurse in Charlotte, N.C., Rachel realized that a life in the "real world" wasn't for her. And so, she decided to retire from nursing and follow her heart.

She chose Goa, India, where she could ride a camel and climb a mountain, as her next home. It's where she's spent the last five years and where she currently documents her life on her travel blog, Hippie in Heels . She basically lives out of a backpack and survives on street food. While she's barely getting by financially, the trade off is worth it because she's been to 30 countries and counting. And she met the love of her life in India.

Follow Rachel and her Indian adventures on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Pause the Moment

In 2008, the day after his 24th birthday, Ryan headed to Dublin, Ireland for his first solo backpacking trip through Europe. The three-month experience was life changing, and in 2010, Ryan quit his job. He then set off on a trip around the world that was supposed to last six months to a year. His passion for the sun, the sea and adventure wouldn't let him stop there, and he's been on the road for seven years.

Now he's a digital influencer and travel blogger who has spent the last three years in Playa del Carmen, sometimes visiting Greece during the hot summer months. His blog, Pause the Moment , features travel guides and resources for destinations all across the world. In 2017, he started running small group tours to Egypt, which he plans to continue in October 2018.

Catch Ryan on his Facebook page and on Twitter .

Camels & Chocolate

A Nashville-based freelance writer and fitness buff, Kristin Luna runs the Camels & Chocolate blog. She was a college tennis player and marathoner, and she loves to travel with her husband. And while she's all about diving, hiking and skiing, she's not a nomad. She has simply mastered the art of balancing career with family and traveling.

Most of her freelance work involves influencer campaigns where she partners with brands and destinations to create original content. She also consults with small businesses on marketing and media strategy. And while she currently lives in Nashville, her blog has been around since 2007, so it's full of helpful and interesting information on tourist locations all over the world. Kristin has appeared in multiple media publications, including Redbook magazine, Glamour magazine, Marie Claire and National Geographic .

Camels & Chocolate has a social presence on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Just Chasing Rabbits

Mississippi couple Mark and Jennifer Campbell share their travel stories on their blog, Just Chasing Rabbits . The self-proclaimed "young at heart" duo has been traveling together since 2004, when they went to New Orleans on their honeymoon.

Mark and Jennifer travel with a sense of curiosity, always on the lookout for unusual and amazing sites. They hope to inspire their readers to take everyday moments and turn them into unforgettable adventures.

In addition to giving readers an inside look at their travels, Just Chasing Rabbits also has an online shop full of cool travel-related products personally selected by Mark and Jennifer.

Keep up with the two lovebirds on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

My Itchy Travel Feet

A travel guide for baby boomers, My Itchy Travel Feet is the work of Donna L. Hull, the blog's chief navigator, and Alan Hull, the site's photographer. The Montana couple has been documenting their travels since 2008, covering both domestic and international destinations.

They have travel guides for a variety of places all across the world, and also have tips and ideas for themed trips like bucket list trips, cruises, romantic getaways and national park adventures. With Donna's preference for luxury and Alan's rugged sense of adventure, My Itchy Travel Feet has something for every baby boomer (and beyond) to enjoy.

Follow the couple on their travel journeys via YouTube , Instagram and Facebook .

Be My Travel Muse

Since 2012, southern California resident Kristin Addis has been a solo globetrotter. After working as an investment banker in Newport Beach, she got burned out and decided to make a big change. She sold her belongings — everything except a carry-on bag — and has since experienced amazing global adventures.

She's hitchhiked across China, taken a 35-day safari to Africa and spent two months hiking in Patagonia. She even became a Buddhist nun for 10 days. Her blog focuses on solo travel and outdoor adventures like hiking, camping and scuba diving.

New content is posted on Be My Travel Muse every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, offering readers ways to make the most of their travels. Kristin shares packing lists, country cost guides and exercise tips for novice and expert travelers from all around the world.

See where Kristin's next adventure will be by following her on Instagram , YouTube and Facebook .

Local Adventurer

Each year, travel bloggers Esther and Jacob of Local Adventurer move to a new city. The Atlanta natives decided on a year in each spot because it's enough time to discover amazing spots in each new place, without being too permanent. After moving across the country and realizing that they hadn't gotten to know their hometown as well as they should have, they decided to get out and explore.

Esther and Jacob travel full-time but focus on local destinations. They seek to find adventure in everyday life, seeing the world through a childlike lens that highlights the beauty in even the most mundane things.

My Beautiful Adventures

Chinese medicine doctor and travel photojournalist Andrea (Andi) Perullo de Ledesma is a Charlotte, N.C., resident and blogger who runs My Beautiful Adventures . She's a native southerner but has lived in seven states and been to over 50 countries on six continents.

She claims to live a very dichotomous life because she struggles with wanting to capture the world on film through travel and focusing on her experience practicing Chinese medicine, which she considers her true calling.

Andi's love affair with travel can be credited to her intrigue of diverse cultures, roads not traveled and life-changing experiences. During her time traveling the world, she met an Argentinean man, Lucas, who she married in Buenos Aires after five years of a long-distance relationship.

In 2015, Andi had a son, Joaquin, whom she calls her "most beautiful adventure yet."

Follow along as she travels the world on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

Hole in the Donut

No, Hole in the Donut is not a food blog. But it might awaken your appetite...for travel.

Barbara Weibel is the owner/editor of Hole in the Donut, which she started in 2007. While working in various industries like marketing, advertising, real estate and public relations, Barbara was merely earning an income, but never felt passionate about what she did. She envied people who loved their jobs.

That's when she left her job and spent six months traveling solo around the world. She had no plans other than to go wherever the wind blew her. She documented all of her travels and blogged about the different places she visited. In 2009, she decided to become a full-time traveler.

Hole in the Donut is where Barbara shares her adventures in interesting countries. She features stories about the people she meets, the wild encounters she has and the spiritual lessons that she learns along the way.

Stay in the loop with Barbara's travels by following her on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter and YouTube .

Jessie on a Journey

Started in 2011 by Jessica (Jessie) Festa, Jessie On A Journey is an award-winning solo female and offbeat travel blog. Jessie was born and raised in New York, where she is a certified sightseeing guide.

She grew up traveling, taking North American road trips and Caribbean cruises. While studying at the State University at Albany in New York, Jessie had several opportunities to travel. She taught English in Thailand, backpacked solo across Europe, studied in Australia and hiked through China.

After college, her 9 to 5 job wouldn't allow her time to travel and Jessie realized that she had to spend her life doing something she loved, not something she was "supposed" to do. Now she runs her blog, offering readers tips on solo travel, as well as blog advice and resources for others who want to start a travel blog.

Hook up with Jessie on Twitter , Instagram and Facebook .

Travel Mama

Moms who like to travel will find common ground with Colleen Lanin, the founder/editor-in-chief of Travel Mama . Colleen is an award-winning author with a Master's degree in Business Administration. She's also a member of the Society of American Travel Writers. She was invited to the White House as one of the 100 most influential travel bloggers for a summit on study abroad.

Colleen's stories have been featured in Parenting Magazine , the Chicago Tribune, Working Mother Magazine and the Orlando Sentinel . She has lived in California, Minnesota and southern France, as well as Arizona, where she currently resides. She shares her life with her husband, two children and a rescue pup.

Check out Colleen and Travel Mama on the Travel Mamas Facebook page and on Twitter .

Solo Traveler

Janice Waugh started Solo Traveler in 2009. When she became a widow and am empty nester, a love of travel fed her inspiration. Her personal musings quickly became public and now Solo Traveler is a community where people who love travel share tips, tricks and support one another.

The Solo Traveler publishes posts that highlight the benefits of solo travel and how to do it well. Weekly features cover solo travel destinations and photos provided by readers. The blog has a Facebook page with over 230,000 followers, as well as a Pinterest page loaded with more tips, tricks and solo travel ideas.

16 Best Travel Blogs To Follow In 2024

Creating a travel blog is a great way to document your travel experiences and adventures, while making money online. To achieve success, you might want to explore the websites of experienced, well-established travel experts and adopt their best practices. In this post, we’ve gathered 16 outstanding examples of travel blogs that have it all: beautiful visuals, valuable tips, monetization strategies, and approaches to growing a loyal community.

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To be inspired, read the success story of Maggie and Michael, who have turned their hobby, “The World Was Here First” blog, into a full-time job. One of the ways this duo monetized their blog was through partner marketing, namely partnership platforms and travel affiliate programs of travel brands, such as Booking.com, GetYourGuide, Viator, and others.

3 Essential Elements of a Successful Travel Website

In our list below, you will find platforms in different niches, such as traveling around Europe, traveling on a budget, luxury vacations, and much more. Although the content may vary, successful travel resources usually have three things in common:

• Attendance – The project must have traffic. The volume may vary for each niche for a blog to be considered successful.
• Recognition – The audience is very familiar with the project or brand.
• Confidence – Readers rely on the authors’ opinions and trust the information.

Remember that we cannot compare projects only in terms of traffic, as they compete inside their own niches.

We tried to collect the best travel blogs on the web in 2024 in various travel-related niches.

1. The World Travel Guy

The World Travel Guy  is a blog started in 2019 by a Bali-based world traveler named David and his wife Intan. David has been traveling the world full time for 8 years and counting, and he’s solo travelled to almost every country in Asia, Central America, and the Middle East. 

Some of the bucket list experiences you can read about on his blog include things like the Everest Base Camp trek in Nepal, the pyramids of Giza in Egypt, the Machu Picchu ruins in Peru, and the Komodo islands in Indonesia.

The blog is regularly updated with guides, tips, photos, and videos of scenic destinations around the world, and all of it is based on David’s personal experience in his international travels.

In our article “ How I Grew My Travel Blog in Three Years — The Story of Theworldtravelguy.com “, you can delve into David and Intan’s blogging journey to learn more about their experiences.

2. We Seek Travel

We Seek Travel is an adventurous travel blog curated by Olly. For over five years, he’s been immersed in full-time travel, chronicling his thrilling escapades, including hiking, exploring waterfalls, and discovering hidden wonders around the world.

Along with his partner, Haylea, Olly has embarked on incredible adventures, from sailing Australia’s scenic east coast and building an RV to climbing the world’s highest peaks and mastering Muay Thai in Thailand. And this duo is just getting started.

We Seek Travel provides readers with invaluable travel guides and showcases stunning photography from the world’s most iconic destinations. With his trusty full-frame mirrorless camera, high-tech underwater equipment, and drone, Olly captures unparalleled footage and crafts visual narratives of our planet’s diverse landscapes.

We Seek Travel fosters a community that is rooted in the spirit of adventure. Olly’s vivid stories of personal exploration inspire fellow adventurers to step beyond the familiar and ignite a passion to experience the boundless beauty of our world.

3. Adventures & Sunsets

Adventuresnsunsets.com (A&S) is an enchanting travel blog written by Kimmie, a passionate nomad and tour guide who is a perpetual seeker of experience that has traveled to 65 countries. A&S offers invaluable tips from Kimmie’s experiences living, working, and traveling in order to help reader’s navigate their own adventures with the wisdom of a seasoned traveler.

The goal of A&S is to inspire wanderlust in the young at heart and empower them to plan and embark on their dream trips. The blog’s focus on unique and boutique travel experiences is perfect for the Instagram-savvy adventurer who enjoys exploring offbeat paths while discovering perfect photo opportunities and adorable nooks and crannies (all on a budget with the occasional indulgence).

This vibrant travel blog is a testament to the author’s zest for life and serves as your guide to making the most of every trip.

4. Jessie on a Journey

Jessie believes that life is a journey and her blog, Jessie on a Journey , reflects this. Through her posts, Jessie offers an honest look into the adventures, advice, and detours of your travel blogging best friend. She knows the reality of putting our travel dreams on hold and encourages her readers to start living the life they want now. 

Whether you’re a solo traveler seeking spontaneity, a wanderer in search of more than the typical sightseeing trip, or a blogger dreaming of turning your passion for travel into a profitable lifestyle, Jessie’s blog has something for you. 

5. Adventour Begins

Adventour Begins is a travel blog managed by Katarina, who worked as a member of the Shore Excursion Staff at the cruise industry giant, Royal Caribbean International. Her priceless experiences in this fast, ever-changing, and growing-like-crazy industry inspired her to write a blog to share her know-how with the world.

Adventour Begins is all about the destinations Katarina has visited and the things to see and do in those places. Her blog offers useful tips and information on cruise jobs and ship life. Regardless of whether you’re a guest or crew member, or simply want to learn about travel destinations, Adventour Begins is the perfect resource for you!

You can explore Katarina’s experiences by reading our article “ How to Make Over $1,000 per Month on a Cruise Blog — The Story of Adventourbegins.com “.

6. Taverna Travels

Taylor Taverna is a travel enthusiast who has explored over 70 countries and countless cities around the world. As a solo female traveler, she makes traveling a reality for everyone with tips and tricks for budget-friendly adventures. On her blog, Taverna Travels , Taylor shares the best places to stay, spots to eat, and things to do around the world.

Born with travel in her blood, as the daughter of a flight attendant, Taylor started traveling at the young age of seven. She spent summers abroad in Germany at a sleepaway camp. Since then, she has taken every opportunity to see and explore more of our incredible world.

7. Travels With Elle

Travels With Elle is a travel blog managed by Elle, an off-the-beaten-path adventurer who plans and funds her trips with her own savings. Elle loves hopping on planes to go on trips (no matter the destination or season), experiencing new cultures and foods, as well as meeting new people from all over the world.

Elle’s main goal is to help everyday travelers and adventurers live out their travel dreams without the need for private jets, influencer statuses, or millions of dollars. Her blog makes traveling easy and accessible by sharing her mistakes, hidden gems, trip-planning tricks, and experiences worldwide.

8. Ordinary Traveler

Ordinary Traveler is an award-winning adventure travel and lifestyle blog founded by Christy Wodrow in 2010. With a focus on providing trip ideas and travel tips for those with limited vacation time, Ordinary Traveler has become one of the top travel blogs in the industry. 

Christy, a passionate photographer, chronicles her off-the-beaten-path travels and shares personal stories of healing and growth on her blog. In addition to travel content, Ordinary Traveler also offers suggestions for spiritual travel opportunities.

9. Globe Guide

Tamara Elliott, one of Canada’s top travel experts, is an award-winning travel writer and photographer. She is also the founder of Globe Guide , a platform that offers savvy tips for exploring destinations around the world while showcasing unique experiences.

Tamara has traveled to 80+ countries and specializes in adventure travel, wellness, glamping, wine tourism, and luxury accommodations. Her work has been featured in various publications, including AFAR , National Geographic (Spain), and Outside Magazine . 

Tamara has been named one of Canada’s most accomplished millennials by Flare Magazine and one of Canada’s top travel influencers by Readers’ Digest .

10. Nomadic Matt Travel Blog

Nomadic Matt is a travel website that helps more than 1,000,000 readers plan trips with the help of experienced travelers. The blog also teaches visitors how to build a career in the travel niche.

Matt is a New York Times bestselling author who sells his books on his blog. He also earns money by selling flight tickets, hotel rooms, travel insurance, and other services that he has used while traveling. He has very interesting ideas, tips, and knowledge for both visitors and website owners.

Matt also has a strong community. You can join his blog school and group tours .

11. Like Where You’re Going

Aly Smalls, also known as the CFF (Chief Fun Finder) of Like Where You’re Going , provides practical and authentic travel information on her site. Unlike an influencer, Aly is a real person who loves to plan and find hidden gems while avoiding “overtourism”. Her destination guides, itineraries, and ultimate travel lists are geared towards everyday people who want realistic travel info.

Aly’s content focuses on experiences that allow travelers to soak up the culture, history, and authenticity of the places they visit. She shares alternative destinations that are just as beautiful as the crowded tourist spots, while highlighting hidden gems, unique activities, and off-the-beaten-path sights. Aly’s posts inspire wanderlust and encourage readers to live in the moment instead of seeking out Internet likes.

12. ASocialNomad

Sarah and Nigel, also known as ASocialNomad , have been backpacking since February 2014. They prefer to travel slowly on local buses and trains, carrying only a 40-liter backpack and a laptop each. They enjoy walking, hiking, and trekking, and sleep in hostels, cheap hotels, Airbnb’s, tents, and even on trains and buses (when necessary). Their accommodations depend on the location they are visiting. For example, they slept in vans and in a tent on the roof of a Toyota Landcruiser in Australia and New Zealand, while opting for homestays and hostels in Central America.

Before each trip, Sarah and Nigel make a list of places they want to visit, food they want to eat, and things they want to drink in each destination. They enjoy wine tasting and eating everywhere from street food vendors to five-star restaurants (as long as they are allowed in). They describe themselves as Gen X travelers with a Gen Y attitude, and their travel style reflects their adventurous spirit. ASocialNomad inspires readers to explore the world slowly and experience the diverse beauty of our planet.

13. Brit On The Move

Brit On The Move is a website run by Nikki Webster, a working professional who travels approximately 12 times a year to various locations. Nikki provides practical advice about seeing the world without breaking the bank by using a combination of strategies from collecting points to utilizing her timeshare.

Her website is not for those who prefer luxury travel or backpacking, but rather for those interested in traveling on a modest budget and scoring decent deals. Brit On The Move offers a hefty dose of British sarcasm and provides no-holds-barred reviews of Nikki’s experiences.

14. The Vienna Blog

The Vienna Blog is a luxury travel and lifestyle blog founded by Gregor Sideris in 2010. Gregor is an Austrian travel writer and photographer who makes destinations shine through his informative, inspiring writing, and stunning photography. With a background in Digital & Social Marketing in a Global IT Company, Gregor gained experience in content writing, SEO, destination marketing, and web design before launching The Vienna Blog.

His blog has since evolved into a leading source of travel knowledge, featuring stunning destinations, tips, tricks, and insights into the best places to eat, drink, and shop. Gregor lives in Vienna and spends his free time biking, visiting museums, and organizing photo walks in Vienna. The Vienna Blog offers luxury travel and lifestyle inspiration, and Gregor enjoys connecting with readers to share his passion for travel and photography.

15. Wandering Welsh Girl

Wandering Welsh Girl is a website dedicated to providing the best information about adventure travel in off-the-beaten-path destinations. Through storytelling and photography, Louise, the founder of the website, aims to inspire her readers’ next big adventure.

The website offers detailed travel itineraries, destination and hiking guides, as well as product reviews to help readers plan their trips. Louise is also a tour leader for an overland adventure company, running holidays to far-flung destinations.

Originally from Wales, she has been living a mostly nomadic lifestyle since 2009, spending her time snowboarding, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. For the last five years, Louise has shared this lifestyle with her partner, Nick. Their campervan named Jeff is the closest thing they have to a house.

16. Virginia Travel Tips 

Megan Starr and Aram Vardanyan are travel bloggers from Virginia and Armenia, respectively. Together and separately, they have traveled all over the world and are passionate about promoting tourism in their home countries. They have an Armenia travel blog as well as a Virginia-based travel blog . Megan has learned a lot about her home state as an adult and loves discovering new things each time she visits. 

For example, Virginia has an amazing craft beer scene, beautiful drives, and a rich history, among other things. Megan and Aram started Virginia Travel Tips in 2020. They decided to focus on promoting travel to Virginia during a time when many of their readers were unable to travel outside of the US. Their Virginia travel blog showcases the state’s diversity and beauty, while providing readers with invaluable travel guides and inspiring them to explore this amazing destination.

In our blog article , Megan and Aram share their firsthand experience on creating a travel blog and earning five figures monthly.

How to Create Perfect Content

Top 5 travel vloggers.

Apart from the promotion of your blog, another way to earn money online is by becoming a vlogger on YouTube. If you love creating beautiful and attractive videos as well as helping your followers, you can start your own YouTube travel channel today by examining the work of these famous travel vloggers:

• Fun for Luis : A daily vlog about Luis’ crazy and funny adventures that is followed by over two million people.
• Migrationology : Excellent travel vlogs focused on food. The host creates many great vlogs about cuisine in different countries for his 10.3 million followers.
• Ben Brown : Ben Brown is a master at storytelling through daily vlogs. His Visual Vibes vlogs provide breathless views. He has more than 630,000 followers.
• Fearless & Far : This is another successful travel-related YouTube channel to follow. Mike Corey shows lost tribes, wild adventures, and unbelievable foods. As he says, he is an adventure travel YouTuber on a quest to help you conquer your fears so that you can travel the world as well. Corey has over 2.5 million subscribers.
• Hey Nadine : With 500,000 followers, Nadine Sykora gives her audience what they want by uploading two vlogs per week. She creates great vlogs about food, entertainment, fashion, and more travel-related topics. Her series “What I Eat in a Day in…” is followed by many people.

If you love watching video content more than reading, these are great travel vlogs to follow on YouTube. You can also create your own channel and earn through Travelpayouts. Read our article to learn more about travel vlogging. For example, successful and popular vloggers not only have a presence on YouTube, but have other social accounts on Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Telegram, and other platforms.

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How to become a popular travel blogger.

Here are some common keys to success for travel blogs and their owners:

• Enthusiasm for what they do (make sure to choose a topic you feel passionate about!)
• Promising niche with high earning potential
• A well-thought-out content marketing strategy and goals
• Different types of creative and informative content
• A constant flow of new content 
• Regular content audits and continuous updates
• An interesting and beautiful design
• Blog promotion on different platforms, such as social media networks and email subscription lists
• Different types of earning methods, such as affiliate marketing, selling their own products, blogging consultancy, and so on

To put it simply, you have to work, work, and work. However, we are here to make your work easier and more profitable. Join the Travelpayouts partnership platform if you haven’t already done so and monetize your project. Don’t have your own online platform yet? Learn how to create a blog from scratch in this step-by-step guide . If you’re wondering what it is gonna be like to create your own blog, here are 18 things to know before you start travel blogging.

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I’m Nadine Sykora and I’m one of the top travel vloggers on YouTube who travels the world and shares my experiences and travel expertise through social media in long & short-form videos.

My travel credentials include over 60+ countries visited, all recorded on video over the last 13+ years and shared with my network of over 600,000+ subscribers.

Whether you’re new to travel or a seasoned globetrotter, be sure to check out my content which is full of advice, hacks, and adventures to help and inspire your next trip.

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15 Best Travel Vloggers on YouTube to Follow

Written By: Christine Ka'aloa

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Updated On: June 3, 2023

Living your passion for travel is one thing, but filming yourself doing it daily to weekly for binge watching audiences on YouTube is another! Yet, the list of travel vloggers on YouTube grows as storytelling techniques of its creators evolve to keep you tuned in.

From storytelling editing, daily vlogging, cinematic flair, sexy drone shots, and 360 viewing, these travel YouTubers are committed to pumping out travel inspiration on a regularly programmed basis.

Enjoy this list of inspiring Youtube channels to find great travel content and travel experiences.

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Best Travel Vloggers

Christine chose some great travel vlogs and we don’t want to mess with her, list, but when you are done here, check out some other amazing travel YouTubers! These travel personalities are not only travel hosts, they are their own travel show! We made our own list of best travel vloggers too !

1. Fun for Louis

Louis Cole initially started out enthralling (and grossing out) viewers with his adventurous ability to eat every odd delicacy that was dead or alive.

Today, this U.K. travel vlogger has taken to daily vlogs of his life, inspiring viewers to live the adventure while travelling the world.

A well-loved travel vlog hero of YouTube, not only does he make binge-watching addictive, but he incorporates 360-degree video and has his fans introduce his videos.

Schedule : Daily

2. Mr Ben Brown

Mr. Ben Brown is mostly known as a YouTube vlogger. But he travels a bit and his Visual Vibes series showcases some seriously stunning travel cinematography, which will leave you breathless.

An expert storyteller, his vlogs are partly filmed from his perspective, as if you’re inside his head.

Whether skiing, motorbiking or hiking, you’ll feel like you’re moving vicariously with him, as he traipses around the world to meet up with his posse of YouTuber friends.

Ben joined YouTube in 2006 definitely making him one of the older travel vloggers (at least by channel age) out there.

• Devon Supertamp is very similar and we have him listed on our choices for best travel channels.

Schedule: Daily .

3. Vagabrothers

The Vagabrothers are the wacky boys of the travel vlogging world.

As charismatic travel hosts revving you for the flight,  they offer a cultural soft side into the joys of travelling.

Their travel videos incorporate fun shooting styles, collaborations with other YouTubers, destination guides focused on culture, and lethal drone shots.

Schedule :  Tuesdays

4. Hey Nadine

As the reigning top female travel vlogs on YouTube, Nadine Sykora knows what YouTube audiences want.

As Hey Nadine , she infuses her travel lifestyle channel with a creative flair of fashion, fun, food and entertainment.

From travel tips, to “ What I Eat in a Day in. ..” ,… to playful collaborations with other travel YouTubers, Nadine’s channel drums up an addiction to seeing just what new video she puts out next.

Schedule : Twice a week

5. Migrationology

Would you travel for food? Favorite food vlogger and travel YouTuber Mark Weins does, and boy does he!

A travel and food blog, Migrationology has hit gastronomical stardom on YouTube, making Mark the number one ‘foodie guy’ to both, watch and read.

Mark is the ultimate digital nomad!

He shares his passion for travel by delivering each country through mouth-watering morsels.

You’ll find DIY city guides and of course, lots and lots of food videos!

Schedule: Sundays and Wednesdays.

6. Wolters World

Mark of Woltersworld is my favorite ‘Loves & Hates Travel Guy’, sharing his unchained opinion on what travelers will love, hate and be shocked with about each city.

He tells it like it is and his honesty won’t take away your excitement in experiencing the place for yourself.

His videos are highly informative insights, which crack the travel code of each country.

Schedule: Wednesdays and Saturdays

7. Hopscotch the Globe

Kristin Sarah merges her acting chops with her love for travel in Hopscotch the Globe .

She’s like that fun travel bestie who’s not afraid to be a little silly. Her channel incorporates vlogging with cultural parodies and travel inspired DIY recipes.

Today, she shares her channel spotlight with her husband Siya; together, these travel partners in crime hop around the globe, creating weekly entertainment.

They’ve also recently added a baby drone into their picture!

Schedule : Weekly

8. Psychotraveller

If twenty-something backpacking is your thing, check out Psychotraveller .

Ally dishes backpacking travel tips, vlogs and travel budget information, all with a dose of humor.

Best of all, her favorite filming studio is often a hostel room!

Schedule: Weekly.

9. GRRRL TRAVELER

Does traveling alone freak you out? Christine Kaaloa of GRRRL TRAVELER takes you inside the adventurous world of solo travel and shows you how she survives it.

Experiencing culture shock and filming it , isn’t easy, but Christine finds ways to turn her encounters of taxi scams, Asian squat toilets, airport layovers and getting sick abroad, into travel survival tips to walk away with !

A solo travel blogger, she films and blogs travel tips and city and food travel guides, while playing with video storytelling styles.

Schedule: Fridays or Saturdays.

10.  Sonia’s Travels

Sonia is your female travel MacGyver. From how to pack your makeup to product reviews and how to score a deal on a hotel, she’s got slick tips to make you a savvy traveler.

Her tips are usually around 2-3 minutes, which make her videos perfect to watch with your morning coffee.

Until then, she has hundreds of travel tip videos to keep your travels well-groomed.

Schedule: On hiatus. Let’s hope she comes back.

11.  The Planet D

Dave and Deb of The Planet D , not only live the dream of travel, but they also visit some of the most exotic places that most of us can only dream about!

This zany travel-adventure couple have blogged about adventure travel for the past 10 years, and now they’re on YouTube too, inspiring each other (and others) to take a passion for adventure to the next level. Making the list as one of the couple travel vloggers to watch.

From polar ice plunges in Antarctica to riding the fastest zipline or ballooning over the Masai Mara, their channel covers a bucket list of activities to try when you’re looking to leave your comfort zone.

Schedule: Saturdays.

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12.  gone with the wynns.

Ever think of packing up your family life and hitting the road in an RV?

Nikki and Jason of Gone with the Wynns sold it all and packed it up to hit the highway.

From composting toilets to solar powering an RV (okay, not your everyday travel story), they’ve transformed the concept of an RV travel lifestyle for YouTube.

Their videos are well-shot and occasionally, filmed like a sexy commercial (okay, not your every day RV travel video).

Recently, they’ve made a rather new change in their lives, by trading in their RV for a sailboat!

Schedule : Weekly.

13. Samuel & Audrey

You may know Samuel and Audrey as their travel blogging aliases, Nomadic Samuel and That Backpacker .

As former ex-Korea expats, this adorable travel geek couple are on an indefinite road between expat life and nomadism.

Their channel is prolific with destination guides and food taste tests.

For audiences, who want to get their binge watching on without taking a break, they are also known to occasionally have long format videos.

Schedule: 1-2 times a week.

14. 8 Miles from Home

Inspiring us to take our dream lifestyle (and dog) abroad is 8 Miles from Home .

Sacha and Jymael are British photographers turn expat vloggers, documenting their life in Thailand.

Their vlogs are cinematic video diaries, occasionally incorporate dazzling special FX.

Recently they announced their new adventure~ a move to Portugal and a baby!

15. The Food Ranger

If you love Asian food, Trevor is The Food Ranger of Asia. An expat in Sichuan, China, he chomps and slurps some of the best Chinese cuisine (and uh, some pretty obscure foods too).

Commendable is his ability to upload regular videos while staying under China’s banned radar (YouTube and Google are banned in China).

He’s quickly growing a following as a new foodie channel to watch.

Schedule: Saturdays

How the best travel vloggers were chosen:

Like all lists, people will wonder why they’re not on it. I’m positive I missed some good ones, but this is very loose criteria I’d be using if I were hired to cast, produce or pitch a TV show. Creators did not need to meet all criteria, but most. – Programming: Weekly dedication, quality, storytelling & individual style execution – Audience: Niche, loyalty, & YouTube friendly – Blog worthy and/or binge worthy – Does it bring a new spin to the term “travel video” or “travel show” – Channel Personality/Talent: brand recognition, hosting & entertainment value

Do you have favourite travel vlogger you love on YouTube? Introduce us to them in the comments below!

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That’s a subjective question. If you go by subscribers it is Devon Supertramp or Fun for Louis on this list. Drew Binskey is definitely the most successful travel vlogger out there right now.

Mark Weins t ops the list as the best food travel vlogger. He takes you on a culinary journey around the world.

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The Best Time to Travel? The Off Season

By Gianluca Longo

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In 2021, I spent a blissful year traveling solo across Italy. Not just because I didn’t have a companion, but because, with international travel still largely blocked due to COVID, my country felt empty. Can you imagine Venice without the crowds? I don’t have to. I lived it. So exhilarating was my time training through the boot that when travel opened back up, and the hot spots became flooded with travelers, I said to myself: never again. From now on, I would rearrange my travels to avoid the crowds—and the headaches that come with them. I will be an off-season traveler, for life.

The waters at Borgo Santandrea on the Amalfi are warm enough for swimming in April

Aperitivo at Borgo Santandrea

The benefits of off-season travel can feel endless. Yes, of course there are fewer crowds to interrupt your flow, and steal your tables at the restaurants you want to eat at. I went to the Amalfi in April—April!—and found it heavenly. The weather was glorious—not too hot, but warm enough to swim. The staff at the then-new Borgo Santandrea were friendlier and upgrades more likely due to the time of year. And my room was spectacular. I still remember the scent of lemon flowers and fresh herbs in the terraced gardens. The views over the sky-merging sea were pure, with no yacht or boat to interrupt them. I even enjoyed a walk through the Amalfi’s narrow streets, devoid of the hundreds of clueless tourists, especially from cruise ships which populate the sea in High Summer.

Local engagement is always higher outside peak season, and for me, that is why we travel. Last year, I chose June for Patmos in Greece, which is never as crowded as it is in July or August. The island was greener and the heat more bearable. The crowds? Still tolerable. I arrived with a last-minute booked cabin on the BlueStar from Athens , all much more relaxing. I met with some of the home owners of the Chora, there to ‘open’ the houses, after long cold months, piling cushions and mattresses outside on the terraces to let them breathe in the sun. I swam every morning, and had lovely conversations with restaurant owners and locals. I loved the place so much I went back in August. Guess what? I regretted it.

Traveling in lesser expected times of year also help you to see a place in an entirely different way. Is it weird that I didn’t realize that St Moritz is not just a winter destination? With a major heat wave hitting central Europe and the UK I made my way to the Engadin Valley at the beginning of August. I checked in at the old-fashioned Suvretta House , at a reasonable price, where I was welcomed by name. Long walks through the valley, skinny dips in the clear waters of the alpine lakes, visits to interesting museums and art galleries kept me very busy. And I wore cashmere in the evenings, for the outdoor cinema. For the rest of August I was in London . And it wasn't that bad. I found it fairly easy to book my favorite restaurants , I went to see ballets at the Royal Opera House and a couple of plays at the theater. And reconnected with some good friends. A trick about cities and seasons? They are amazing in the summer, when the people who live there or normally visit, flock to the outdoors.

Eden Rock on St. Barts is open well into shoulder season.

But of course, that means that the sea is best outside of summer, too. I went to one of my lifelong loves, Capri , in September, because, yes, July and August are just too popular, too expensive, too hot. And I fell in love with it again. I stayed at La Palma, the new hotel, chic in every single detail, and I did all the things I love: early morning hikes, swimming by the Faraglioni, with no fear of being decapitated by the hundred of speed boats of High Summer, sunset spritzes at Bar Tiberio in the piazzetta, without having to queue (or beg) for a table. One October, I did St Barts . I stayed at the wonderful Eden Rock (upgraded again) and loved it. The island was not full, a paradise. One day I found myself swimming alone at Colombier Beach, with the whitest sand and the most intense turquoise sea.

As I write this in tail end of winter, I am sitting in my hotel room in Venice , the newly opened Violino d’Oro . Out of the window, the cold and misty lagoon meets my gaze. It’s marvelous. Venice in winter is magical: the fresh air, the cozy small restaurants with dimmed lights, the noise of the boats crossing. With not so many tourists, you really own the city. The joy of the off season.

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How to Make Money Travel Blogging: 10 Ways I Monetized My Passion

By Will Hatton

Today, many folks dream of hitting the road and traveling the world while working remotely on their own business, as their own boss. It’s a path that has been heavily romanticized, and for good reason. To live life on your terms, choosing where you live and work from, is a truly liberating experience. But to get to this promised land is a challenge, and most folks who try to build an online business are ultimately not successful.

I'm the founder of The Broke Backpacker , one of the world’s largest travel blogs, and I'm a serial entrepreneur with over a dozen different online ventures under my belt. I started my own journey fifteen years ago while backpacking the world on a budget of just $10 a day, and since then I have learned a TON about what does and what doesn’t work when trying to build an online income.

How I became a travel blogger

Embarking on my own journey as a broke backpacker, I was hungry for both adventure and great stories. I found I had a passion for writing in-depth reports of what it was truly like to be living in a tent, hitchhiking, couch surfing, and basically living like a hippy around the world. I was passionate about the potential for personal development through challenging travel that threw me out of my comfort zone and I used this passion to build up my travel blog and to launch some other projects along the way.

Simply being on the road as a young and naive teenager without two cents to rub together presented me with numerous challenges. I took a good number of risks and made pivotal decisions that transformed this passion project of mine into a sustainable source of income. From refining my niche to leveraging productivity systems, each decision was a stepping stone toward building a sustainable and successful business.

I am sharing some of the key decisions that propelled my humble travel blog for budget backpackers into a profitable business with an audience of over 1 million users a month. So, fasten your seatbelts and join me as we explore the pivotal moments that transformed my budget travel blog into one of the internet’s best-known travel sites.

10 strategies I used to build my travel blog into a business

1. investing in a catchy domain name.

It may sound simple, but let's be honest—picking the right brand name is a pivotal decision for any business. The Broke Backpacker is a memorable name that immediately tells the audience what the site is about. It also has a personal element to it.

This not only helped me establish a strong brand identity but also attracted the right audience from the get-go: people who wanted to go backpacking, but were pretty broke.

Back in the day, 10 years ago when I first started this blog, there was hardly any content online about traveling on an extreme budget. Indeed, most travel blogs talked about traveling on a budget of $50 a day (so $1500 a month) after flights. This was way more money than I ever had access to and I’m glad, as it pushed me down a different path. Ultimately, I saw a sizable gap in the market.

By aligning my domain name with my niche, I positioned myself early on as a trusted resource in the budget travel space, drawing in readers who resonated with my content and message.

2. Embarking on crazy adventures

One of the game-changing decisions I made was to embark on extraordinary adventures that captured the attention of both readers and the media.

I explored and covered off-the-beaten-path destinations like Venezuela when not many were doing it—especially with the same level of detailed, raw coverage that I brought to the game. Some of my photos in Venezuela went viral and this was a crucial moment for me.

By undertaking epic journeys like embarking on an attempt to travel from the UK to Papua New Guinea overland, I managed to attract the attention of powerful media like the BBC and The Daily Mail , scoring the first powerful backlinks that helped ramp up The Broke Backpacker’ s value in Google’s eyes and helped me build some more monthly traffic.

I also documented my adventures on Snapchat, taking my audience with me as I hitchhiked across Iran, hiked deep into the Pakistani Himalayas, and drove a rickshaw all around India. I was raw and real in my videos, often enjoying a cheeky smoke on camera and always trying to tell it how it is.

The exposure and credibility gained through these adventures propelled my blog's visibility and opened doors to new opportunities.

3. Launching expeditions to Pakistan

Photo courtesy: Will Hatton

In 2015, I visited Pakistan for the first time. I was broke (big time) and I covered everything on my Snapchat. I was the first blogger to do this, and the first in Pakistan for a LONG time. My audience was stoked to see this misunderstood part of the world.

I went back there a second time in 2016. I turned to my audience on Snapchat and asked if folks would be interested in seeing this amazing country with me as their guide.

I put up a PayPal link to secure deposits and overnight it sold out. I suddenly had $6000 (12 x $500 deposits) in the bank, which I immediately spent on trying to grow The Broke Backpacker, reasoning that I had six months before I led the first tour and therefore time to make it back.

It was a pretty big risk but…I made it work.

4. Being authentic

Authenticity pays off, and it has been a cornerstone of my success.

I made the conscious decision to openly talk about topics that are often considered taboo, such as drug use and things that real people do in the real world. I felt like travel blogs often hid such things, and I made an effort to always be transparent.

By sharing authentic stories and vulnerabilities, I created a deeper connection with my audience. People related to the raw and unfiltered nature of my content, and this genuine approach built up a lot of trust and loyalty among my readership.

Being authentic and true to my personality allowed me to build a strong community of people who appreciated my transparency and valued the realness I brought to the table.

5. Going ALL in

I think perhaps what separates successful entrepreneurs from those who dream of working for themselves but struggle to make it work is their refusal to give up and their ability to fully commit to a project.

I spent two years in Chiang Mai working 60 to 70 hours a week. During that time, I had to put my travel goals and dreams on hold and focus solely on working tirelessly. It's ironic that in order to be successful in running a travel blog, I had to temporarily step away from the road and dedicate more time to writing posts, designing strategies, organizing standard operating procedures (SOPs), cultivating relationships, and hiring writers. There was so much involved in that stage, and I made numerous sacrifices.

I vividly remember feeling incredibly anxious and worried, often struggling financially to the point where I couldn't afford to eat or do much else. I had traded the freedom, joy, and personal development of being on the road for a desk, where I became my own boss and worked relentlessly. I faced significant internal struggles with self-belief and self-talk, constantly questioning whether all the hard work would pay off.

Throughout it all, I managed to hold on to the belief that it had to work because I had reached a point where I had no other options. I had borrowed money that I could only repay if I succeeded. The pressure on me was immense, but ultimately, it galvanized me to do whatever was necessary to achieve my goals.

6. Building an awesome team and knowing when to outsource

The Broke Backpacker is huge. It has about one million monthly visitors and 3,000 unique posts. Building a team to help me organize and think of projects and bounce ideas around has been crucial to my success.

Every cent I earned along the way, I invested in hiring and expanding my team. Now, I am proud to have an incredible team of broke backpacker adventurer folks—and let me tell you, they do a stellar job at keeping the show running.

Knowing when to outsource tasks allowed me to focus on my strengths and allocate resources effectively. By assembling a team of expert vagabonds, I enhanced the quality of my content, expanded my reach, and freed up valuable time to explore new opportunities.

With them, I’ve managed to build systems that work, develop a ton of standard operating procedures for new hires and projects, and all of that combined has been the foundational force behind the scalability and success of my blog.

Recognize the power of collaboration and the value of expertise. Hire good people, focus on honesty, work ethic, and creative flair over experience. Trust your gut, not everybody can be trusted.

7. Leveraging the power of existing traffic

Over the years, I realized my blog was bringing in considerable traffic to our affiliate partners in the gear space, so I decided to capitalize on that.

I ventured into the world of dropshipping and started designing my own lines of backpacker essentials like hammocks and quick-dry towels under the brand name Active Roots.

This strategic move not only allowed me to diversify my revenue streams but also solidified my brand presence in the travel industry. It was successful for a while until Covid started and made it impossible to sustain, as shipping costs increased by 400%. Sadly, I had to throw in the towel on that business.

But now that the storm has passed, I’m already working on an upgraded version of that business that is aligned with the evolving demands of my audience, including a new line of Broke Backpacker Basics.

8. Going physical

The online world can be very fun, and I’ve dabbled in a lot of interesting business models and creative ways of building an income. Driven by my passion for online entrepreneurship, I recently ventured into creating a physical business that catered to my audience’s evolving needs.

I am passionate about the power of online entrepreneurship to change lives and raise people out of poverty. For a long time, I had dreamed of opening a business that would act as a beacon, a hub, and a muster point for aspiring entrepreneurs and digital nomads to find their tribe, as well as sleep, eat, work, and play.

In 2022, after a few challenging years, we finally managed to open Tribal, Bali’s first custom-built co-working hostel. I’m thrilled to say that we’ve been getting great feedback, and we’re usually full.

This project allowed me to merge my love for travel, community building, and entrepreneurship. Tribal Bali became a hub for like-minded individuals, fostering collaboration and connection among digital nomads, as well as overall just being a kickass place for my nomad folks to get some work done.

9. Being disciplined

Being disciplined is a crucial skill for entrepreneurs and digital nomads to develop. Personally, I found that cultivating discipline was essential in building and managing a successful travel blog.

To achieve this, I focused on staying organized using tools like Google Calendar and Trello. I set clear goals for myself and identified the habits I needed to cultivate in order to reach those goals. I have whiteboards placed throughout my house, displaying various goals, affirmations, and reminders to keep me on track. Each evening, I review my habits and tick off the ones I successfully accomplished during the day.

I also employ a two-phone system to avoid getting too engrossed in my phone and ensure a proper winding down before sleep. The second phone is dedicated to music, audiobooks, and podcasts, devoid of any social media or communication apps. Ultimately, the key is to minimize distractions, maintain focus, and establish goals for each part of the day. I've spent the past 10 years cultivating these practices.

I've also developed a strategy to ensure that every aspect of my blog receives the attention it deserves. I break down all the necessary tasks over a three-month period and chip away at them on a weekly basis, even the ones I may not particularly enjoy. Honesty and self-awareness are important in recognizing both successes and failures.

It can be tempting to spend time on your online businesses’ social media, or endlessly designing a logo, but at the end of the day, there are essential tasks that only you can accomplish—the "big business domino" that needs to be toppled every day.

Cultivating discipline enables you to get things done, especially when faced with challenges. It helps you focus and avoid unnecessary distractions. This skill is paramount for any aspiring entrepreneur.

10. Being patient

During Covid, the site's monthly user count plummeted from 1.5 million to a mere 200,000. Travel-related search traffic took a massive hit as well. Even when looking at it from a percentage standpoint, the revenue generated from the remaining traffic wasn't as expected. While some people continued to search for travel-related terms, bookings for hostels and purchases of gear were virtually non-existent.

The entire world was in a state of anxiety and uncertainty.

In such circumstances, there was no choice but to double down and fully commit. We utilized that time to rebuild the site, making it faster, leaner, sexier, and smoother. Previously, it had become a Frankenstein-like creation, initially designed by me and later worked on by various developers who never communicated with each other.

Over a six-month period, we rebuilt it from the ground up. We also expanded our team of writers, focused on revamping different content series, and updated older posts. Fortunately, our efforts paid off, but it was undeniably a nerve-wracking experience to double down when everything seemed to be falling apart.

I firmly believe that if you aspire to succeed and create something remarkable, you have to go ALL in.

FAQs about creating a travel blog

How can i monetize my travel blog.

Display ads are a good way to start generating income, though they might deter some readers. My suggestion is to start by joining affiliate programs for brands you love and find ways to plug them as hard (and as softly) as you can.

Is travel blogger a good career?

Starting a travel blog can be an extremely rewarding career, though you really have to be passionate, patient, and persistent. With the right mindset, ahead of you await plenty of travel, income, and creative expression opportunities.

What should I include in my travel blog?

Start by asking yourself what is your speciality or travel superpower. Finding the right niche is more effective than going broad. Perhaps you know a specific destination/region better than anyone, or a style of travel. Start there, study the competition, and create something better.

About the Author

Post by: Will Hatton

Will Hatton is the man behind The Broke Backpacker travel blog. For many years, he journeyed to far-flung lands all over the world on just $10 per day. Today, his site is the ultimate resource for aspiring adventurers looking to ditch their desks and hit the road in search of raw, real, and meaningful adventures.

Company: The Broke Backpacker

Website: www.thebrokebackpacker.com

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All 50 states ranked from worst to best, according to a 45-year-old blogger who has been to each one multiple times

• Travel blogger Lee Abbamonte, 45, has visited all the states in America at least three times. 
• In March, Abbamonte ranked all 50 US states based on his personal preferences.
• He described the states that felt forgettable and the ones he considers can't-miss destinations.

Not everyone can say they've seen almost every inch of the United States. But Lee Abbamonte , a 45-year-old travel blogger, can.

Abbamonte, who formerly worked in finance in NYC, said he was inspired to dedicate his life to travel after many of his coworkers were killed on 9/11.

Since then, he's visited every country in the world, the North and South Poles, and all 50 states . There's an entire group — the All Fifty States Club — dedicated to the feat. Still, it's an achievement relatively few can say they've accomplished.

Even fewer can say they've done what Abbamonte has, which is to visit each state at least 3 times.

The US Travel Association predicted that domestic travel in 2024 will finally exceed 2019 levels after a slow pandemic recovery, with a total of 2.45 billion trips.

Recently, Abbamonte shared his ranking of the US states on Instagram , based on his love of the outdoors, sports, and personal preferences.

Abbamonte said he knows his list is subjective. He has a soft spot for states where he's lived — including New York, California, and Connecticut — and prefers places with a lot of natural beauty.

Here is his ranking of all 50 states from least favorite to favorite, including what Abbamonte considers the highs and lows of each one.

50. North Dakota

North Dakota is at the bottom of Abbamonte's list because he feels that it's the least accessible state, in part because of a lack of direct flights to major cities in other states.

Given his love of diverse topographies, he also doesn't appreciate its flatness.

"It's really spread out," Abbamonte said. "So to drive anywhere, it takes like two or three hours just within your own state."

He is, however, a fan of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, located in the state's Badlands.

Abbamonte said Kansas, like North Dakota, is flat and spread out.

Kansas would have ranked higher on his list if the more vibrant Kansas City were located there, he said. But that city is actually located in Missouri.

Abbamonte is a sports fan so, in his view, the state's highlight is the basketball arena on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence, which he says is "the best" in the US.

48. Kentucky

According to Abbamonte, you must be a fan of two things to enjoy visiting Kentucky : horses and fishing.

The University of Kentucky found the state was home to over 200,000 equine species as of 2022, including horses, donkeys, and ponies. Meanwhile, the Northern Kentucky Tribune reported that the 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation found millions of locals and tourists spent a total of $11.2 billion fishing, hunting, and wildlife-watching in Kentucky that year.

Abbamonte said that he knows full well that many people enjoy those activities, but he doesn't.

47. Louisiana

Abbamonte said the vibrancy of New Orleans played a role in Louisiana's spot on his ranking.

"If Louisiana didn't have New Orleans, it would be number 50," he said. "But New Orleans elevates it."

He also said Louisiana would have ranked closer to the top of the list if he had made culinary appeal more of a factor in his decisions.

"If it were based on food, Louisiana would be my top 10 — if not top five — because I love Cajun food," Abbamonte said.

46. Nebraska

The best part of Nebraska, in Abbamonte's view, is that the state's largest city, Omaha, is home to the World Series of college baseball.

His least favorite aspect of Nebraska is how unvaried and flat its topography is.

45. Mississippi

For Abbamonte, the highlight of the Magnolia State is the Mississippi Gulf Coast, which lines the Gulf of Mexico.

While he also enjoyed visiting Mississippi's college towns, including Oxford , he said he didn't find the rest of the state particularly vibrant.

"There's really not much going on," he said.

44. Oklahoma

Abbamonte said that even though Oklahoma is low on his list of favorite states, he thinks it could climb the ranks in the future.

"I don't have anything specifically awesome to say about Oklahoma, but I don't have anything specifically bad to say about it either," Abbamonte told Business Insider.

" Oklahoma City and Tulsa are kind of growing cities," he added. In 2023, the state's Department of Commerce said Oklahoma had the "third fastest-growing economy" in the US, naming jobs and population increases as key causes.

"It's kind of an up-and-coming state," Abbamonte said. "I withhold judgment until my next time back — whenever that might be."

Abbamonte said that his favorite part of visiting Iowa was attending the Field of Dreams baseball game there, calling it the coolest sporting event he'll ever attend.

Held once in 2021 and once in 2022, the two regular-season games between Major League Baseball teams took place in a ballpark right next to the Iowa cornfield popularized by the 1989 movie "Field of Dreams." (There was no 2023 game due to construction on the site, a local TV station reported , and 2024's matchup might be set for Alabama.)

"They had the Yankees and the White Sox play a couple of years ago," he said. "I was there and it was just spectacular."

One downside of Iowa, for Abbamonte, was that the state is very flat, with a lot of cornfields.

42. Arkansas

Abbamonte admitted that while he's been to Arkansas' capital, Little Rock, he hasn't yet explored parts of the state that people rave about, including Northwest Arkansas and the Ozark Mountains.

"I don't have much good to say about Arkansas," he said. "Even the capital, it just doesn't do it for me. It's just not a state that I love being in."

41. Alabama

Abbamonte listed three major things he appreciates about Alabama: college football, the Alabama Gulf Coast, and the state's incredible civil rights sites.

He called visiting Selma, Alabama , "a highly emotional experience," and said another highlight was visiting the Rosa Parks museum and memorial in Montgomery.

"It's one of those things that makes you say to yourself, 'I can't believe this happened in my country — and only about 60 years ago,'" Abbamonte said.

However, he said that Alabama, which has previously been the state with the most fast-food restaurants per capita , lacks cities with must-visit restaurants and activities.

"Birmingham and Mobile are two of the biggest cities — and Huntsville ," he said. "They're just not great places."

40. Indiana

Abbamonte said his favorite thing about Indiana was the state's college basketball culture, and his least favorite thing was his experience in Gary, Indiana .

Located on the southernmost shores of Lake Michigan, Gary is known for is steel mills.

"It's just not a nice place," Abbamonte said. "I don't even think anyone who's ever been to Gary, Indiana, would say anything good about it."

39. Missouri

Abbamonte heralded barbecue as the best thing about Missouri.

It's the first thing he eats when visiting the state.

"Both Kansas City and St. Louis have excellent barbecue and they're [quite] different from each other," he told Business Insider.

However, Abbamonte added, St. Louis didn't impress him as a city, and the relatively high crime rates there were a bit of a turn-off.

A 2023 WalletHub report that evaluated 41 indicators of safety from traffic deaths to assaults ranked St. Louis the least safe city in the US.

38. West Virginia

Abbamonte said West Virginia's "beautiful nature" was one of his favorite parts of the state. Another highlight was Greenbrier Resort , a historic luxury hotel in White Sulphur Springs.

However, he said, that getting to West Virginia can be a little tough because there's no major airport in the state.

"It's only regional airports, so you have to connect in cities like DC, Philadelphia, Chicago — wherever it might be — to get in and out," Abbamonte said. "It's not the most accessible place."

Abbamonte said visiting the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton was one of the highlights of his time in Ohio. However, he described the experience in the state overall as slightly more "dull" or "bland" compared to coastal cities he's more familiar with.

"I don't find any of the cities great, like Cincinnati , Columbus, or Cleveland ," he said. "It's just kind of vanilla to me, but that's just from my New York and LA perspective."

36. South Dakota

In Abbamonte's view, Mount Rushmore, the Black Hills, and the Badlands are the best parts of visiting South Dakota .

"The bad part about South Dakota is that outside that, there's not much," he said.

35. New Hampshire

Abbamonte said the natural beauty of New Hampshire — including stunning fall foliage and delightful summers — sets it apart.

However, he added, the state's cold winters kept him from ranking it among his favorites.

34. Delaware

"The best thing is Dewey Beach," Abbamonte told Business Insider.

With wide stretches of sand fronting the Atlantic Ocean, Dewey Beach is frequented by partygoers and families alike.

Abbamonte said one downside is the major highway surrounding Delaware's biggest city, Wilmington.

"The worst thing is if you're driving on I-95 for about five miles or so, every cop in the state of Delaware is there giving speeding tickets," Abbamonte said. "It's so annoying."

33. Pennsylvania

"I don't love Philadelphia . I don't love Pittsburgh. I'll say the best thing about Pennsylvania for me is it's the home of the Little League World Series in a place called Williamsport," Abbamonte told Business Insider.

He also said that one thing he noticed about Pennsylvania was a stark lack of "continuity" between the state's cities and rural stretches.

"If you go out to western Pennsylvania, it's completely different than Philadelphia," Abbamonte said.

32. Illinois

Abbamonte called Chicago a "great city" and said Lake Michigan is another great reason to visit Illinois.

But he said he felt that there was not as much going on outside Chicago, making it a less-than-desirable state to visit.

"The Maine coast is one of the best in the country," Abbamonte told Business Insider.

However, he added, once he ventured away from the bustling waterfront, he didn't find as much going on in the middle of the state.

30. Wyoming

The mountain town of Jackson , plus Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks, were among Abbamonte's favorite parts of Wyoming.

However, he said that the least-populated state often felt that way — empty.

"It's just a lot of vast distances — not a lot of people, not a lot going on," said Abbamonte, adding, "The national parks are awesome, and Jackson Hole is one of my favorite places in the country."

While the majority of the state could feel deserted, he said, some national parks — especially Yellowstone — seemed overcrowded.

29. Tennessee

Tennessee's capital, Nashville , and the stunning landscapes of the Smoky Mountains are among Abbamonte's favorite things about Tennessee.

However, he said that some of the state's smaller tourist destinations — including Pigeon Forge, home of Dollywood , and Gatlinburg, with its Las Vegas-style wedding and romance industry — feel a little "cheesy" for his personal tastes.

"These kind of cheeseball touristy towns?" he said. "That's just not my taste. A lot of people would like that."

28. New Jersey

Abbamonte's favorite thing about New Jersey is the Jersey Shore , which has ample beaches, boardwalks, and recreational activities.

But, he said, "the smell in North Jersey along the New Jersey Turnpike" is the worst thing about the state.

27. Wisconsin

Abbamonte said his favorite thing about visiting Wisconsin was the immense amount of state pride that locals expressed.

"People from Wisconsin love them some Wisconsin," he said, especially the cheeseheads, a nickname for fans of the Green Bay Packers football team.

However, Abbamonte said the state's "brutal" winters may be the worst part about living or visiting there.

26. Rhode Island

Rhode Island's coast and islands are among the best parts of the state, Abbamonte said. Another highlight, he added, is the incredible Italian cuisine in Providence, the state capital.

However, he also said the smallest state in the US is a little bit forgettable.

25. Vermont

Abbamonte said the stunning natural landscapes — Lake Champlain, for one — make Vermont a beautiful state to visit in spring, summer, and fall.

However, he added, Vermont's frigid winters are a downside.

Abbamonte wasn't charmed by any of Texas' major cities and especially disliked the traffic in Houston.

But he said he loves Big Bend National Park near the border with Mexico.

23. New Mexico

Abbamonte called New Mexico "an absolutely beautiful state."

"They call it the land of enchantment, and you know, that's kind of like what it is," he said.

Abbamonte said that Roswell , the site of what many consider to be America's first UFO controversy, could feel a little "cheesy with the alien stuff."

22. Georgia

Abbamonte gave points to Georgia for being the site of the iconic Masters golf tournament in Augusta and for the state's beautiful islands, including Sea Island and Tybee Island.

However, he said, he wasn't a huge fan of Atlanta's congestion.

"The traffic in Atlanta is just so enragingly slow and awful," Abbamonte said.

21. Minnesota

Abbamonte called Minnesota "absolutely stunning," adding that Lake Superior is "just spectacular."

"They call it the land of 10,000 lakes . There's a lot of water there, and it's all very beautiful," he said. "The worst thing for me would surely be the winters."

20. Michigan

Abbamonte said his favorite thing about Michigan is the Upper Peninsula, which he called "beautiful."

He wasn't a fan of Detroit, which he said is one of his least favorite cities in the US.

19. Virginia

Northern Virginia — with its wide range of restaurants, shopping, and recreational activities — is a good alternative to Washington DC, Abbamonte said.

The state capital, Richmond, was a Confederate capital, which he felt was part of a darker history that was hard to ignore.

Abbamonte said the best thing about Idaho is Sun Valley , a beautiful ski resort town also known for its annual "summer camp for billionaires." He also loves the state's gorges and the scenery along the Snake River.

However, Abbamonte added, some of Idaho's most beautiful pockets and resorts can be hard to get to.

"It's not the most accessible place unless you're flying private, basically," he said.

17. Maryland

As a graduate of the University of Maryland, Abbamonte said he's a "big fan" of the state. He said that the best thing about Maryland is the local cuisine, primarily blue crabs, and the worst thing about Maryland is the Beltway traffic.

"The Beltway kind of circles Washington DC," he said. "Anyone who lives there or has driven it knows what I'm talking about."

16. South Carolina

Abbamonte said he felt South Carolina and North Carolina were somewhat similar.

In his view, the best thing about South Carolina is its coastline, lined with beach towns. The accessibility of its resorts and golf courses is another plus.

15. Connecticut

Abbamonte, who grew up in Connecticut, said the city of New Haven has the "best pizza in the country."

His only issue with Connecticut is that he recalls it not being the "most exciting" place to spend his childhood. "I couldn't wait to leave," he said, although he said he started to appreciate it more when he got older.

14. Massachusetts

Massachusetts' coastline and its islands, including Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard, are its best features, Abbamonte said.

He also said that he can admit that Boston is a "great city" — even though he's spent many years based in its famous rival city, New York.

His least favorite part about Massachusetts is the Boston accent. "Not a fan," he pronounced.

13. Florida

For Abbamonte, the Sunshine State is all about good weather and pretty scenery, especially in the Everglades and Dry Tortugas National Park.

He said he has nothing bad to say about Florida , except that areas that are geographically close to each other can feel very different.

"Florida is almost like a checkerboard," Abbamonte said. "You go a town over, and then it's almost a different world."

12. North Carolina

Abbamonte said his favorite part of North Carolina is the Outer Banks, a series of islands filled with state parks and beautiful beaches fronting the Atlantic Ocean.

He added that he prefers North Carolina's major cities, including Raleigh, Asheville, and Charlotte, to its smaller towns and countryside.

11. New York

Abbamonte, who's lived in New York City for over two decades, has a soft spot for the state, too.

New York state's diversity of landscapes and activities are its main lure, he said.

"It's almost like a mini-California because it really has just about everything," Abbamonte explained. "It doesn't have deserts, but it has mountains and waterfalls and, obviously, a world-class city."

His only issue with New York is that some parts can be expensive.

Alaska's national parks, its glaciers, its fjords, and Denali — the highest peak in North America, formerly called Mount McKinley — are all reasons Abbamonte is such a big fan of the 49th state.

"It's like another world," he said, adding that he also has a soft spot for the state's capital, Juneau.

If he had to pick a downside, he added, it's how dark it is in Alaska six months out of the year.

"But to visit, especially in the summer, it's like a dream," he said.

Montana is similar to Alaska, Abbamonte said, because they both have stunning vistas and many outdoor activities.

Certain parts of western and northern Montana are particularly special, he added. "It might be the most beautiful part of America," he said.

His least favorite aspect about the state is how "isolating" it can feel because it's not as densely populated as other parts of the US.

8. Washington

Abbamonte said Seattle is the "most beautiful city, surely in America and maybe anywhere." In the summer, he added, Mount Rainier can be visible from the city, which is "a stunner."

Besides Seattle, Abbamonte loves how Washington state reminds him of Canada. "You feel like you're in Canada, but you're in America," he said.

How often it rains is the only downside of the state, in Abbamonte's view.

"The Oregon coast is one of the most underrated beautiful places in America," Abbamonte said.

An avid golfer, he's also a fan of the Bandon Dunes golf club and resort.

His only issue with Oregon, like Washington, is how rainy it can get. "The downfall there is definitely the weather," he said.

Abbamonte placed Nevada so high in his ranking of all 50 US states for one major reason: Lake Tahoe.

"It's just absolutely fantastic" — no matter the season, he said.

When it comes to Las Vegas, he thinks any traveler can find something they'll enjoy. "If you don't like Vegas," he added, "you're the problem — because there's something for everybody in Las Vegas." Just avoid the occasional "unsavory activities and people.""

Abbamonte loves Hawaii so much that he's tried to visit each year since 2004.

"The weather is perfect and there's great hiking, there's great golfing," said Abbamonte, adding that he also enjoys Polynesian culture.

His only issue with Hawaii is its distance from the continental United States. "Even from California, it's a five- to six-hour flight," he said. "It's a hassle to get there."

Arizona is often appreciated for its desert vistas and the Grand Canyon, but Abbamonte said Arizona has even more to offer, including skiing in Flagstaff and some national parks near its border with Mexico.

Abbamonte also said the sunsets are among the best of "anywhere in the US."

His only issue with the state is how hot it can get in the summer, adding "especially Phoenix in the summer, the average temperature can get up into the 120s."

Abbamonte said the best part of Utah is that it is "pure nature." Some of the state's national parks are his favorites in the US, including Zion, Arches, and Canyonlands.

His least favorite aspect of Utah, however, is that it can feel "old-school."

2. Colorado

Abbamonte loves mountains, so it's no surprise that Colorado ranks close to the top of his list.

"Colorado is just all about the mountains. I'm not even a skier, but I like going to ski towns and doing everything else but skiing. I also like going to ski towns in the summer because I love hiking," he said.

The only downside to the state he could think of is the relatively prominent homelessness in Denver.

"That's a problem there, without question," he said.

1. California

Abbamonte moved to Los Angeles three years ago after spending most of his adult life in NYC.

His new home state delights him in myriad ways, he added.

"It has beaches, it has mountains, it has deserts, it has islands, it has great cities, it has good cities," he said, adding there is something for everyone in California — "no matter what you like."

If he had to pick a con, it would be how expensive the state can be.

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