HOW I BECAME A TRAVEL WRITER/ Getting paid to travel
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ส.ค. 2024
- Sharing my journey to becoming a travel writer in Kenya, which has led to getting paid to travel. I made this video for my younger self, so be sure to share it with the youngins in your life who are still trying to figure out their future.
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i know this is off topic but gurrrrll love your afro it's so healthy
Hihihi! Thank you! Also, compliments are never off topic 😂😂😂
I have been looking for a kenyan travel youtuber for the longest time😭
So inspirational😍
I am 19 and i want to be a travel writer and blogger💕
If you have the passion then go for it Cynthia! And thanks for watching 🤗🤗🤗
Hey Watta. I recently got introduced to you and I must admit that I am loving the energy.
I am a first-year student studying towards a bachelor of arts. My interests and likes are so diverse that they sometimes overwhelm me. I love writing and have been writing for the past 3 years now. The only problem is that only my bedroom has had the pleasure of reading my work. I have been a little scared to reveal my work to anyone if I am being honest... well scared is an understatement. I think my work is okay, but I am just not sure if it is good enough.
What I write about is rather unusual. Most of it is just my personal views on life. At times it is poetic and perhaps a little dark. I do not have any writing experience and I suck at remaining focused on just one goal. I have so many dreams and aspirations, and maybe sometimes I try to do it all at once. I do not know much about what I want exactly, but this much I know. I love writing, it is therapeutic. It keeps me up at night and gets me through the rough days. I am trying to read more in the aim of improving my writing skills. So in conclusion to this rather long comment. I am just a young girl, with big dreams and even bigger questions. I have been told that I do too much. I find myself doing so much, yet not really going anywhere.
What exactly is the problem?
How do I become a better writer?
How do I decide what I am best at writing about?
What makes one good enough?
You have such supportive parents Wendy. Your story is inspiring af.
Neeeeenah! Thanks for watching! And yes, they're the best!
Yay! Almost 50 thumbs up so we can expect a follow up video. Thanks for sharing! Enjoyed hearing your story. It's really evident how passionate you are about writing and travel.
I'm so glad I came across this video today!!! I'm a travel journalist as well (CNN, Telegraph, Conde Nast Traveler, etc) and it's SO refreshing to see another travel journo of color sharing their story and tips on how to break in. As you know there's not many of us out there 😬Hope we can connect, thanks again for sharing! --Travis
I have re watched the v-log 5 times and am inspired by your journey and it has brought me to believe that if you made it so can i with effort. Am a follower of your IG handle as well as Nomads magazine and you guys help in discovering beautiful hidden areas that need to be explored. So far Sieku glamping/Ngare Ndare forest v-log remains to be my favorite and am looking to have a wonderful experience in February when i visit Timau. keep up with the good work.
Yaaaay! Glad you like the content and thanks for watching Andrew. Sieku was so much fun! I'm planning a trip to Ngare Ndare open to everyone, if you wanna check it out (Haven't announced it yet). You will certainly love Timau nonetheless! Keep striving in whatever you do too :-)
Thanks and yes i would like to check that place out. Am so interested in Timau. will be waiting for the announcement
I am the younger you 😭 Please do a follow up with the tips. I’d love to keep learning from you ♥️
I did. Hope you found it useful!
I follow you on Instagram and I just found you again on TH-cam. I just subscribed. Travel is my passion. I found this video because I’m looking to transition from my nursing career into travel. I look forward to learning as much as I can from this community so that I may be successful in the travel realm.
you don't think you could be a traveling nurse? Those exist.
Loved this video. Kudos to your dad for always being there and pointing you towards the right direction. and to you for the hard work.
I have been taking notes :-)
Ajaaaay! Fellow writer...Thanks for watching. Yes, my dad's the best! :-)
Peace Queen, thank you for sharing your story!! I want to know more. I been wanting to travel as a writer for yearsss
I have recently fallen in love with being a travel writer
Great to see another African travel writer - thank you for sharing your story and experience!
I loved the video . I am definitely thinking of trying free lance lifestyle writing .
Thank you! And you should certainly give it a shot.
You inspire me girl.Thanks to this video because I have learnt a lot from you. I am a freelance writer but I want to take it to another level. I hope I will be where I want to be soon.
Your story is so inspirational Wendy.
I'm just an upcoming travel blogger and you're one of the writers that really do inspire me.
Thumbs up... We're waiting for the extension to this. 😊
Yaaay! Good feedback. Definitely going to film a follow up.
Hey that's really nice. I have been working on this blog, maybe you could help me out if you don't mind. Virginiakabui4@gmail.com
@wattaonthego mummy, cant lie in love with all your content,actually more of an inspiration to get out there and travel. I read your articles in the Daily nation and jus like that! Nomad magazine subscription added. 😎 #TembeaKenya #MagicalKe.
Great video Wendy. Hearing your story is so inspiring. :)
Thanks
Bella
Hey cuz... So proud of you.. I finally got you over here, coz I stopped seeing you on fb for a while..
Kudos..
Wiiiiiiiiiiiinnie! Gee..it's been aaaages! Really? I barely post on fb but my acount is still active. That's strange. Let's connect :-)
I’m Selina from Ghana and I always dream of becoming a travel writer but I don’t know how to start, I’m just in SHS 3 pls can u help me
Am watching this 3 years after you published and am like yayy i want the tips. Also wondering if the video is out. I just happened onto your channel. Your content has got me all inspired to go out there and travel. Loving every bit of it. I am aspiring to be a travel writter.
Go for it! And there should be a video titled "how to pitch editors" on my channel...hope it helps. Get your bylines out there
I really liked this video..so real. I honestly always thought you come from some rich family but looks like you just did the work. I wwanted to be a model, photographer and dj at some points but my nigerian parents wanted a lawyer or doctor.
Yes, I believe in working smart. So, did you become a lawyer or doctor?
Keep on keeping on.👌👌 proud of you
Asante :-)
Lovely video
Love the video, please do a video of how to pitch to publications , am venturing into travel blogging and been struggling to be a freelance writer
Hey Angela. Thanks for watching! I understand the struggle...getting one's footing certainly isn't all rosy. I'll be sure to share what I know :-)
Wendy Watta yea getting even a toe in, is proving to be a struggle
I loved this video , please give tips on how to get published.I have a dream to work for Nomad one day....
Thanks for watching Mercy! Going to give tips on that for sure :-)
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