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  • Travel Blog Success: Why This Course Is So Epic

    Travel Blog Success: Why This Course Is So Epic

    Travel Blog Success

    Running a successful travel blog is not easy.

    In fact it’s pretty tough going. Cue drum roll: Ta-da! Travel Blog Success is here to the rescue!

    Travel Blog Success is an e-learning course created by 2 travel blog veterans, Dave Lee and Micheal Tiesto.

    [box]Put simply, this course is essential if you plan on taking your travel blogging efforts seriously.[/box]

    The core lessons contain 6 incredibly in-depth modules of travel blog success goodness.

    We learnt the hard way and muddled through a lot of the points mentioned in the 6 modules featured in the course.

    Without my background in web design and marketing, it would have been twice as hard to get Am I Nearly There Yet? up and running and ticking over as a successful, profitable, kick-ass travel blog.

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      The 6 Modules

    • Module 1 – Building a Foundation – This first module includes several key (and easily overlooked) essentials for your travel blog.
    • Module 2 – Creating Content – Now it gets juicy. This modules covers excellent advice about the future star of your travel blog: The Content!
    • Module 3 – Developing Traffic – You want people to come to your blog, right? This module delves into traffic-building tactics using Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and more… and introduces key blogging metrics you need to keep a close eye on.
    • Module 4 – On the Road – The realities of running your soon to be successful travel blog on the road.
    • Module 5 – Making Money – Contains several lessons focused on money making tactics to leverage as a direct result of your hard work. Fund your travels, during your travel adventure and into the future. An incredible resource!
    • Module 6 – Growing Your Business – Taking your travel blog successfully to the next level. We know several bloggers who have funded their travel lifestyle years after their first adventures.

    In total there are 48 insightful lessons that are easy to jump in and out of, or to come back to in the future for a refresher.

    These are some of our favourite lessons from the TBS modules:

    • Setting a vision for your blog

    • Search engine optimisation (SEO) simplified

    • An Introduction to Key Blogging Metrics

    • Realities of Blogging From the Road

    • How to Sell Your Photos

    • Sponsored, Press & Social Media Trips

    • Location Independence

    A Few More Reasons Why Travel Blog Success Is So Epic.

    As well as the modules, there are several extra perks that come in handy well after you’re done with the lessons…

    The Secret Facebook Group

    Several of the most influential travel bloggers on the planet are regulars in the Travel Blog Success Facebook group. Everyone is super helpful and eager to help out travel blog newbies and veterans alike.

    Want plugin advice? Need tips on which travel board to pitch to? Confused on how much to charge for a sponsored post?

    Then look no further…

    [box]As a resource, we feel the TBS Facebook Group is worth the cost of the course again. [/box]

    The TBS Webinars

    Kick back and and work your way through these 35+ webinars. There are some truly epic sources of information in there from some of the industry’s leading travel bloggers. These are our favourites:

    • Obtaining Corporate Sponsors – Deb and Dave from ThePlanetD
    • How to Negotiate and Earn More for Your Next Project – Dalene Heck from Hecktic Travels
    • The Art of Storytelling – Mike Snowden from Fevered Mutterings
    • Importance of Building an Audience – Derek Earl Baron from Wandering Earl

    The TBS Forums

    Yet more travel blog gold! The private forum is the place for extended questions and interaction with other dedicated TBS members.

    The ‘Perks’ Page

    There are deals and discounts from some very helpful resources. With exclusive discounts from 99 Designs, HostGator, BlueHost, WooThemes and more.

    Ideal if you haven’t built your travel blog yet!

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    The Opportunity Board

    The TBS Opportunity Board is a community run resource packed with exclusive opportunities. Ranging from travel related contests, guest posts call-outs and paid jobs, to specific tourism board requests. It’s epic!

    Travel Blog Success Opportunity Board

    The Huge Support Network

    Travel Blog Success is an ever growing community that’s paving the way for budding travel writers and bloggers, as well as being the go-to resource for experienced industry travel gurus.

    [box]If you’re seriously focused on turning your travel blog into a real success story, then head on over to Travel Blog Success and see what the fuss is about. You won’t be disappointed![/box]

  • Travel Inspiration: Easter Island

    Travel Inspiration: Easter Island

    Located in the Pacific Ocean almost halfway between Chile and Tahiti, Easter Island is one of the most remote and isolated places on the whole planet! Although it may seem like somewhat of a hassle to actually get to the Chilean-controlled island, those who do undertake the journey will certainly not be disappointed.

    Practicalities of visiting Easter Island

    Travel Inspiration: Easter Island

    There are flights to Easter Island from Chile and Tahiti; flights take around 5 – 6 hours. Schedules may be somewhat limited, but it isn’t as hard to get there as some people may believe. Although there is no public transportation on the island, plenty of tour operators organize comprehensive trips around the main attractions. This is often the preferred way for most travellers to hit the highlights, although you can also rent a car or bicycle for some independent explorations. There are many terrific trekking routes too, and you don’t need a guide to be able to discover heaps of fascinating spots.

    There is a decent selection of places to sleep, catering to a range of different budgets. There is also a good assortment of restaurants, although many menus will be fairly similar due to most produce needing to be imported. Fish and seafood, unsurprisingly, are pretty common mealtime options. There are several shops in the main island village.

    Historical Spots

    Travel Inspiration: Easter Island

    For most visitors, the large, fascinating, and somewhat mysterious stone figures known as the Moai are the main attraction. Some are mounted on platforms and gaze out over the ocean, whilst others sit on the ground. There are around 250 ceremonial platforms, and hundreds more statues! They really are a magnificent sight to behold. Seeing the carved figures silhouetted against the sky at both sunrise and sunset is simply magical; it really is an experience not to miss!

    There are many different archaeological sites – to do the island justice make sure that you allow a good few days at least to fully explore. Different groups of ruins belonged to different clans that lived on the island, so you will notice that there are quite a few differences between the different sites – you certainly won’t feel like you are looking at repetitions! Additionally, each individual statue was carved with different features.
    One of the most popular places on Easter Island is Rano Raraku. This is where you will find the largest concentration of intriguing Moai statues, and they stand on the hillside of a stunning volcanic crater. You can actually climb into the crater for a unique experience, and the views are absolutely amazing. Most of the figures were carved from rock that came from this very volcano.

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    Ranu Kau, Ahu Nau Nau, Ahu Vaipu, Ahu Akahanga, and Ahu Akivi are also strongly recommended places to visit.

    Caves

    There is a large cave network on Easter Island, and it is possible to go inside and explore some of the dark caverns and chambers. Most of the caves are located close to Ahu Kakenga. Visitors should take lots of care though, as there are risks of collapse and flooding, as well as slippery surfaces and plunging drops!

    Relaxation – Easter Island Style!

    There are some lovely sandy beaches at the edges of the island, perfect for taking a break and chilling out next to the ocean for a few hours. Swim in the sea and sunbathe on sandy shores as you soak up the beautiful scenic views. It is also possible to arrange snorkelling and diving in some places.

    Easter Island really is one of the world’s remarkable destinations, and a place that you certainly won’t forget for a very long time.