Travel Writers Follow Friday Supportive Digital Friends

These Travel Writer friends listed are interconnected and have been part of Supporting me into my Success by either helping, retweeting, stumbling, commenting, or otherwise engaged in growing a digital friendship. My life is enriched with each and everyone. Rather than flood twitter with Follow Friday or Travel Tuesday, this page will become my solution to the dilemma of recognizing others while at the same time not annoying my twitter followers. The list will continue to grow as my community of digital Travel friends grows.

Being supportive of each other as we grow and connect with others is very important in our collective business. Expanding our readership by giving our readers more choices with our tweets of each other posts encourages and supports curiosity of travel and places around the world.

Join me for very unique and different adventures, travels, reviews, and insights into our destinations or daily travels. We each are travelers both at home and abroad. Now we can get the very human side of travel while enjoying the foibles of others.

If you are listed here it would be greatly appreciated to do a reciprocal link. This list will take some time to build. Probably add 7 to 10 people per week. If your name is not here and you want to be added to Travel Writers list, tweet me, lets talk. Exchanges are considered.

Twitter and Websites where you will find incredible stories with the most amazing people

Links to each person site will be to a specific post rather than the home page because that is better for SEO (Search Engine Optimization) from what I have read. Makes sense. Rather than looking like a blogroll it tells you I have actually been to their site and picked one story to introduce you to each of these amazing, fantabulous, outstanding travel writers.

Adventures with Ben Ben saves up for trips and then goes for several weeks to a destination and experiences it all. Helicopter rides, bungee jumping, swimming with sharks, walking atop Harbor bridges, sampling food, anything that smells of adventure, and food. Ben retweets many older posts so you have the opportunity to read anew or for the first time about some travel tip, place, people, or food he has discovered in his many travels both at home and abroad. http://twitter.com/adventureswben

Aussie Travel Advice: Aussie Travel Advice is an independent blog with numerous resources for Australians travelling overseas.

Budget Travel Adventures by Jeremy Branham Travel lover with stories, tips, guides and adventures where he travels passionately, spends wisely, and experiences more. Link takes you to one of his many stories on his Website. Jeremy consistently tweets my published postings and comments on many a story. Sharing stories for getting the most out of your money while traveling. http://twitter.com/budgettravelsac

Canvas of Light: A travel photography blog capturing the beauty of the world through his lens. His motto: “Explore, Discover, Learn, Share.”

Chris Cruises Chris writes about Cruises, travel, cruise news, and experiences. As a Certified a Master Cruise Counselor by the Cruise Lines International Association Chris knows the Industry. Chris is your goto person for everything Cruise related. http://twitter.com/OrlandoChris

City Surfing Orlando http://citysurfingorlando.com/ This blog is both for the natives and the visitors. We cover the theme parks and all the other fun stuff to do in Central Florida, but we also cover events, dining, shopping, nightlife and news of interest to those who live in the Orlando area.~Michelle, Editor

Finding the Freeway: Greg and Stephanie are on the road to becoming digital nomads. They’re still in the planning stages, but they’re blogging as they learn.

Geeky Explorers: Two self-proclaimed geeks, Keith and Tricia have bought an RV and are heading out with their four adorable pets.

Go, See, Write: A mobile lawyer currently traveling in Colombia, Michael has already circumnavigated the globe once without ever stepping on an airplane!

Hecktic Travels: Dalene and Peter are a Canadian couple who have sold everything and been on the road since 2009.


Jack and Jill Travel: Jack and Jill are planning their RTW trip that begins in April of 2011.

Johnny Vagabond: Wes is currently traveling the world and blogging about the random adventures he had along the way. His stories are hysterical and his photos are beautiful.

LandLopers Matt is not a backpacker. Matt tries to get the most for his travel money and experience wandering and adventure. Matt looks for sponsors or advertisers interested in his blog or writing about travel tips and information for travel the world Matt travels with Scott and as any couple finds there are compromises and challenges to traveling with someone else http://twitter.com/LandLopers

Lisa Overman Travel writer living her own unique life one day at a time and loving it. Her dream is to travel, write, and go where the wind takes her. Normal life with a house, husband, and kid has been illusive or painful. Living as an expat brings her the most joy and closest to the person she is and loves. Follow her adventures. http://twitter.com/islandstyle29

Man vs. Debt: Baker regularly blogs about finances, minimalism, and the evils of credit cards, but he also writes about the new adventure his family has embarked on: living in an RV!
My Beautiful Adventures: Andi is a Chinese Medicine Doctor and Travel Writer/Photographer who is exploring life and the world through one beautiful adventure at a time.
New Travel Image: Travel photographer and writer Brook Mitchell regularly posts incredible photos she’s taken during her adventures.

NoVactionRequired Kent and Caanan are Human Resource Consultants who have taken their business on the road where they write about their extensive travel. Working Virtually allows them to live deliberately. Paid writing gigs takes them to places like Vegas to enjoy and experience while writing about their experiences. http://twitter.com/NVRguys

No Place to Be: Poi and Kirsty are an English couple travelling in China and South East Asia from August 2010 onwards.
Ordinary Traveler: A couple of surfers in their early thirties, Scott and Christy are currently residing in San Diego, CA. They blog to inspire ordinary people (like themselves), to take life by the reins and fulfill their dreams of travel no matter what situation they are in.
Over Yonderlust: A couple from Austin, Texas. She photographs. He writes. Join them on their travels and preparation for a year in South America.
Phil in the Blank: While many of his past travels have taken him to West Africa, Phil is currently in a state of wander. He also really likes camels.

QuirkyTravelGuy Scott has travel the USA in a Van to see more than 9000 miles of adventures, sights, and people. Sleeping in the Van in many of his destination allowed this budget conscious travel to continue on his journey. Currently settled in the Chicago area taking weekend jaunts to other areas of the country. http://twitter.com/quirkytravelguy

Solo Travel Girl Jennifer has been in the tourism industry a long time and is an avid Travel Writer. Jennifer enjoys solo travel while living her life solo. Travel is an adventure. National Parks hold a special place in her heart from her former employment at several of them. Reading and following her on twitter http://twitter.com/jenniferhuber

StruxTravel Michael Figueiredo base camp for travel is Los Angeles where he easily flies to over 36 countries on many continents while pursuing his love of Travel Writing. Michael writes for magazines and newspapers. His famous quote of St. Augustine: “The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” http://twitter.com/StruxTravel

The Planet D: This traveling duo has visited an astonishing 43 countries… and counting! Soon Dave and Deb will be embarking on the Mongol Rally (driving from England to Mongolia) to raise money for charity.
The Road Forks: Akila and Patrick travel, cook, and eat their way around the world with their two dogs. They also take stunning photos!

the roamantics Lorna is a solo travel in an RV this year traveling Canada and the USA. Travel writing about culture, food, media, and a mash-up of topics. She is a professional filmmaker with a degree in Anthropology. She comes from a family of semi-nomadic peoples. Solo travels include the home and abroad. http://twitter.com/theroamantics

Technomadia: Two gen-X geeks who are utilizing technology to engage in a full-time traveling lifestyle, Cherie and Chris have a wealth of knowledge to share about digital nomadism and living in an RV.
Technomadic: The first travel blog we followed (and what helped inspire us to travel ourselves!), Technomadic documents the travels of two Aussies as they explore Europe in their RV (Nettle).

Technosyncratic Kali and Chisty Kali is a web develop and Christy graduate of Gender Studies. Living a nomadic life on the road

Traveling with Sweeney Catherine Sweeney, travel writer hails from California. Travel is part of her foundation starting at a very young age with maps, brochures, and destinations. Travel and writing give Catherine an opportunity to share her perspective. Guest post Catherine did for Freelance Tourist Website. http://twitter.com/TravelingWithS

Two Backpackers: Two Backpackers travel around the world sharing their experiences through videos, photos and writings. Follow their journey for travel tips, insights, adventure, inspiration and entertainment.

Travels with a Nine-Year Old: This blog helps dispel the myth that you can’t (or shouldn’t) travel around the world long-term with kids. In addition to their adventures, the blog includes tons of great information on unschooling.
Where Is Jenny?: Jenny has just sold everything she owns and is living out of a backpack as she travels the world indefinitely. First adventure? Skateboarding around the U.S.!

yTravelBlog Caz and Craig knowledgeable about travel the world, family travel, beach, and beer. Help others live their dream of travel by sharing their experiences. Giving back to the Travel Community with support for other blogs and posts. Inspire others http://twitter.com/ytravelblog

Lily Leung

GloboTreks

@travelcanucks

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501 places – aims to share engaging stories and experiences from travels around the world. Created by freelance writer Andy Jarosz, the site features many of his personal travel adventures from his 25 years of independent travel.

A Little Adrift – Stories, tips, and perspective from around the world for dreamers, wanderers and travelers.

A View to a Thrill – aims to prove that travel doesn’t require big bucks. Our photos, trip reports, travel tips and always-updated travel tools help those who want to see the world on a limited budget.

Adventures with Cloud People – a travel and life blog using photos, art and words inspiring people to reach beyond the visit in order to live the experience.

Ali’s Adventures – Ali Garland is a travel junkie who lives in Atlanta but is originally from New Jersey. She is always trying to fit more travel into her life, and her passion has led her to visit all 7 continents before her 30th birthday. She enjoys foreign languages, photography, and the rush that comes with purchasing a plane ticket.

Bacon is Magic – Ayngelina used to have a nice apartment, boyfriend, and great job at an ad agency. She rebelled against the norm and took off with her trusty companion Mr. Bacon to eat her way through Latin American. Follow her adventures as she tries to figure out who she is and what the hell she’s doing with her life.

Cumi & Ciki – follow these two adventurous monkeys on their culinary journeys. One of Malaysia’s top food and travel blogs.

Dangerous Business – Amanda is a 20-something traveler who stepped out her front door and found herself swept away in travel around the globe and around the corner. Follow her travels as she sheds light into the world’s unknown corners and highlights the random places fate lands her feet.

De La Pura Vida – all about life and travel in Costa Rica – insider advice, travel tips, life, culture, food and photography!

Downtown Traveler – a blog for independent travelers who crave art, culture and adventure. Our founders, Leslie and Jake, are round-the-world travelers who moved back to New York City after 12 months of backpacking. We’re based in Manhattan but believe “downtown” is a state of mind, not a point on the map.

EarthXplorer – JD shares the love of travel, sharing pictures, videos, and tips for every eXplorer!

Easy Hiker – Escape your cubicle prisons & discover the outdoors. You don’t need to be an olympic athlete to take up easy hiking.

Eurotravelogue – With wanderlust coursing through his very being, Jeff Titelius, a freelance travel writer, plans to travel the world with journal and camera, and share those journeys with you. He is passionate about enchanting European destinations and Renaissance architecture.

foXnoMad – Anil Polat is a digital nomad traveling the world indefinitely. A former computer hacker, he travels and blogs full-time on the way to every country on Earth.

GlamourGranny Travels – A blog encouraging older women to travel the world in style and comfort.

Global Dish – a collection of recipes, posts, and links to work that I have done on other sites and in print. There is also a gallery of photography available to browse, with more pictures coming soon!

GloboTreks – An architect/backpacker building his world through travel and creating an adventurous lifestyle.

Go, See, Write – emphasizes the fun and adventure of overland travel all over the world. Michael Hodson took a RTW trip in 2009-10 with two rules: no reservations and no planes. From that challenge has come an appreciation for the excitement and wonder of slowly traveling overland as many places as he can.

Grounded Traveler – An American in Germany writing about the expat lifestyle. Get beyond the glamour and read about daily life in Western Europe — the demands, challenges and fears of putting down roots in a foreign country and still seeing the world.

Holes in My Soles – A custom shoemaker, slowly wearing out his tools.No sign of slowing down for this not so young traveler but sometimes I just have to take time out to repair my worn out soles and blog of where they have been.

Inspiring Travellers – John and Andrea are a couple of nomadic thirty-somethings writing about their long-term travel and expat experiences. They also feature interviews with the interesting people they meet along the way.

Isabelle`s Travel Guide – filled with personal experiences, travel tips and information to help others create their own memorable vacation. There’s nothing more Isabelle loves than traveling the world, experiencing new adventures and discovering new destinations.

Johnny Vagabond – Join Wes on his 1+-year budget around-the-world adventure. After 7 months in SE Asia, he’s now in Nepal — sharing tips, taking pics, and telling lies.

LandLopers – Matt is not a backpacker, nor is he super wealthy. He’s just an average, working professional who has learned how to travel the world comfortably without spending a fortune. LandLopers produces a unique blend of destination highlights and travel tips to help the average person travel more often and have a fun time doing it.

Lauren’s Road Less Traveled – Lauren is a 20-something recent college graduate who took the road less traveled and studied abroad in Australia and England. Her blog focuses on travel with a pinch of contemplation, humiliation and inspiration. In February 2011, she’ll move to Washington DC to begin her new adventure as an impassioned traveler turned young professional [bring it on].

Legal Nomads – Jodi is a former lawyer from Montreal travel (and eating) her way around the world since April 1, 2008. With an emphasis on local food, culture and the history of the places she visits, Legal Nomads chronicles Jodi’s travel adventures, one country at a time.

Mexico Unmasked – Mark Guerra gives you a different look at Mexico with his stories, tips, and adventures into the popular and less discovered areas of the country.

Migrationology – serves cultural travel lessons from around the world by searching for adventure, culture shock, travel photos and street food!

Munich Shortstays – Learn about all the best spots and places to stay and enjoy in Munich including places of attractions for sightseeing, restaurants to dine, centers of shopping, hotels in Munich and means of transport for a convenient stay in Munich.

My Beautiful Adventures – A Chinese Medicine Doctor/Travel Writer and Photographer who is exploring life and the world one beautiful adventure at a time.

My Melange – Robin Locker Lacey is a travel consultant for Italy and France, freelance writer, photographer and foodie. On her blog, My Mélange, she features info on her favorite European cities, travel essays, photos, restaurant and hotel recommendations, French and Italian inspired recipes and budget travel tips. As the self-professed Queen of the Carry-on Bag, she offers practical advice on traveling light.

No Onions Extra Pickles – The travel tales of an art historian in-training exploring San Francisco and the world.

No Vacation Required – two guys who aim to live a “NVR” life, which means thinking a bit more unconventionally and striving to live a dream life every day. For the NVR Guys, that means working virtually so that they can live deliberately and travel deliriously.

Ordinary Traveler – Two surfers traveling the world and sharing budget tips, unique photography and entertaining stories.

Paris Movie Walks – lets you discover and follow the path tread on by famous Hollywood stars when they shot films located in Paris.

Phil in the Blank – Phil is a camel-drawing consultant who is obsessed with West Africa. Currently living on couches in America, he is plotting his way back to Mali.

Pinay on the Move – a blog about a woman’s adventures abroad. Her mission is to show the world a unique and sometimes funny perspective on how a Filipina approaches the travel and expat lifestyle.

Runaway Juno -Share her runaway backpacking experiences from Korea to the world in her second language, English. Live by her motto “Travel is not new, people have never been happy to stay in one place” from the wall of Christchurch museum.

Santa Fe Travelers – the source to find out what’s going on in Santa Fe. Whether you live here or are visiting, these two hospitality pros share the city they live in and love. Billie and Steve also go beyond The City Different featuring guest blogs and their travels away from home.

Sharing Travel Experiences – a travel lifestyle magazine, helping travelers travel more and focusing on great experiences at great value – champagne tastes, beer budgets.

Strux Travel – a blog for Michael Figueiredo to share his perspectives on destinations, exhibit his photography, and offer valuable travel tips from his adventures around the world.

Suzy Guese – aims to showcase people and places from around the world not in the ordinary guidebook sense, all from the perspective of a redhead. She believes travel is not just about what to see and do but also the metaphysical aspects that go along with travel.

The Official Roni Weiss Blog – Perpetual traveler, podcast producer and news junkie Roni Weiss writes about travel, politics and whatever else suits his fancy.

the roamantics – Lorna’s newly solo travel adventures & misadventures in a tiny RV & round the world

The World is My Jungle Gym – Brendan is a Canadian travel writer and photographer that has spent the past two years in a constant state of travel. Brendan’s Adventures if filled with travel stories, photography, as well as the famous Top 100 Independent Travel Websites list.

This is My Happiness – Jenna has been passionate about travel and art since first visiting Italy at the age of 16. Her blog aims to dig into the art, culture, and ordinary details of life in the places she visits and reflects her experience in a multinational family.

Todd’s Wanderings – Travel, adventures, and lifestyle advice from an 11 year traveler. I figured out how to do what I love, get paid for it and travel the world.

Trains on the Brain – explores the romance and reality of travelling by train in an age of budget flights. It combines independent trip reports and itinerary ideas with news and comment on international rail travel, plus offbeat reflections on destinations you can reach by train.

Traveldudes – Melvin runs a site that is made up of a community of travelers. The purpose is to assist fellow travelers on their adventures around the world and help enhance their travel experience. For Travelers, By Travelers!

Traveling Canucks – a site dedicated to travel, adventure and world discovery. Join a Canadian married couple as they explore our world!

Traveling Gringo – Motorcycle touring & travel: the coolest people, places and road food for bikers and non-bikers, too!

Traveling Ted TV – Ted Nelson takes viewers on a journey adventure traveling by canoe, backpack, or cross country skis through written accounts of his experiences and pictures.

Traveling With Sweeney – Perspectives, experiences, and ideas reflecting a lifelong passion for travel

Travels With Two – Melanie encourages working couples to step away from their desks…and get the heck out of dodge.

unbrave girl – Sally is a writer, teacher, performer, photographer, traveler, eater and all-around scaredy cat. She has been working, traveling and volunteering in Asia since 2007 and writes about travel, fear, and cookies on her blog.

Vagabond3 – If you are looking for great ‘how to…’ posts, suggestions on things to do, or Mexican food around the world, this is the place to go. Not luxury travel but not really backpacking, Vagabond3 is a group of young adults on a moderate income making the most of the world, while helping other travelers and families do the same.

velvet escape – Keith Jenkins is a travel blogger based in Amsterdam. He has visited more than 60 countries on six continents and shares his travel experiences and tips on his Velvet Escape blog.

Wandering Earl – Earl is a permanent nomad addicted to the first-hand education gained through world travel. He focuses not so much on the places he visits, but on the human interactions and lessons he learns along the way, while trying to prove to others that a life of extended travel is more realistic than they imagine.

Where Now? Blog – Jozef, Arthur, and Ben are three soon to be University students from the UK. Before heading back into education they are embarking on a daunting round the world adventure, backpacking across South America, New Zealand, and Australia and will be blogging about their experiences the entire way.

Wild About Travel – Simone loves discovering the beauty of our world, meeting new people and cultures, enjoying wilderness and sharing emotions. That’s why she is Wild About Travel!

yTravelBlog – travel stories and tips will inspire you to make your life a story to tell.

ZipSetGo – ZipSetGo is an online community and resource for traveler planners and travel addicts. Through ZipSetGo.com and social media, the ZSG team shares vast experience and knowledge and invites planners and travelers from around the globe to do the same. Creators of Twitters #TNI – Traveler’s Night In.

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Oh_Diane Diane Nassy A native New Yorker who has found peace in Suburbia who loves writing, reading, photography and family. Writes for numerous blogs and uses SEO and Social Media as her specialty. http://twitter.com/Oh_Diane

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Eileen Ludwig, travel writer of Freelance Tourist brings to the world insights about places to travel, discounts, Staycations, Restaurant Reviews, movie reviews, and fascinating tibits. She is owner of three other sites: Photography, Web Design School, and Social Media School Each are in different stages of development and evolution.