Advanced Travel Writing

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Advanced Travel Writing

WHEN Saturday, May 31, 10 am-4 pm

WHERE West Hollywood, CA

LEVEL Advanced

MORE INFO Email us, or call (310) 659-5668

PRICE
$125 ($99 for )
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Course Details

Travel writing is your passport to an entire world of stories waiting for you at the end of a cobblestone lane or on top of a liana-covered ruin. You may already have the expertise to write about many of the subjects you'll encounter on the road, whether your ideas are related to design, food, business, or other topics you've covered in the past. You just need to get from here to there.

This workshop will help you shape your existing talents and show you how to land travel assignments. We will explore the different types of articles travel editors are looking for, as well as information on press trips: how they work, what the protocol is, and a frank discussion of whether or not to participate in them. Pack your bags and get ready for new adventures with the skills you'll develop in this workshop.

In this workshop, you will learn:
  • What makes good travel journalism
  • Road-tested ways to break in and get your start
  • The art of creating the effective travel pitch letter
  • Various types of travel article formats
  • How to pitch your stories beyond travel magazines
  • How to turn one trip into multiple story ideas
  • How to develop industry contacts
Students will also receive a hot-list of great industry resources.

Admission Requirement:
Please submit a letter of interest, explaining why you want to be a travel writer. Also include a brief work history.

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Eric Hiss
Ten years, nearly 30 publications, and three passports later, Eric Hiss still regularly navigates the world in search of the perfect story. His credits include Angeleno, Conde Nast Traveler, Elite Traveler, Fade In, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles magazine, Men's Journal, Penthouse, Robb Report, Variety, Spa magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, Westways, and Zink.

Testimonials


Eric didn't tell" us how to write travel pieces, he "showed" us. The difference between those two words is one of the many simple but insightful and essential lessons that Eric passed on to the group as he shared his vast experience and understanding of this genre. This course is great value for the beginner or the experienced professional and I couldn't imagine a better instructor." -- Anthony Page

"Eric's workshop is a good stepping stone on the path of good travel writing. He is experienced and knowledgeable and his class was a pleasure. I look forward to using his tips." -- Catherine Tinsley

"Eric's class had immediate, practical use for me. I learned a few tricks on how to write more effective queries and better articles. I also got pointers on sources of information and even what type of digital recorder to buy." -- Vickey Kalambakal

"Eric is a very knowledgeable and experienced travel writer. He took time to answer questions and speak to the level of the class. I would recommend the class to anyone considering either going into the trade full time or looking to complement their writing with travel writing." -- Ned Randolph

"Eric's class was very informative. We were given great resourses and handouts with good examples of travel writing." -- Nancy Emery Young

"Eric packed a lot into his course. He helped me see how I can build on them, selling stories to a wide variety of publications. I left bursting with enthusiasm and tons of ideas." -- Cherilyn Parsons

"Eric was highly competent, generous with information, and kept the pace moving along quickly. He was a great source and I highly recommend his class." -- Christina Adams

"Eric led an honest discussion with both humor and great information. Good stuff." -- Ryan Gray

"This class was so beneficial! He really explained what to write, how to write it, and what to do to start a career. Eric was great, using real-world examples and packing a lot of information into a very short time." -- Michelle Bain

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