July opportunities for travel content creators
Issue #131
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Hey there, creator!
Let’s talk about why most creators don’t land brand deals:
It’s not because they’re untalented.
It’s not because they don’t have enough followers.
It’s not even because they’re not pitching.
It’s because they’re pitching without a strategy.
💡 The truth?
Landing sponsorships isn't about winging it.
It’s about following a process—one that moves you from invisible to irresistible in a brand’s inbox.
Here’s what that process actually looks like:
Clarify your goal – Paid deal? Press trip? Free product with upsell potential?
Position yourself – Your niche, value, and credibility must be crystal clear.
Find aligned brands – Not just big names, but brands that match your vibe and audience.
Craft your offer – One that they actually want, based on what they’re promoting.
Write a strategic pitch – One that gets replies, not ignored.
Follow up + track – Because one email isn’t enough to build a relationship.
That’s a lot, I know.
But I’ve broken it all down for you in one place:
🎯 Your Personalized Pitching Roadmap
I built this interactive tool to help you stop guessing and start taking the right actions in the right order.
It asks a few smart questions about where you're at—and gives you a custom roadmap based on your goals, niche, and current assets.
🎁 And as a thank-you for sticking with me through this past launch week, you can access it completely free:
This fun little tool is a strategic kickstart for newbie (or experienced) creators who are serious about working with brands.
No generic advice. No gatekeeping. Just clear steps to move forward, based on where you currently are.
📧 Engage With Me
Hit reply and drop one emoji that captures how you’re feeling right now, no explanation, no context.
Happy pitching!
~ Daniella
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👉 Visit Los Cabos loves working with bloggers and influencers on press trip collaborations. If interested in pitching a collaboration, visit their media page or email Sandra at sdelagarza@visitloscabos.travel.
👉 Business Insider covers business, personal finance, tech, lifestyle, politics, and more. Their editor is seeking “sources or pitches from Venetians who have lived in the city or have recently moved out on how Jeff Bezos's wedding is affecting them, if at all.” As per a previous post by this editor, their rates begin at £300. If interested, email kfields@businessinsider.com.
👉 Late Checkout is looking for fresh, timely story ideas that tap into what’s having a moment across design, culture, and social trends. Think smart, stylish, scroll-stopping angles — the kind of stories you’d want to share in a group chat or bookmark for a future trip.
👉 Hotels Above Par is looking for pitches from freelance travel experts. Standalone boutique hotel reviews with a strong focus on design, sustainability (no greenwashing, please), and most importantly, a great story.
👉 Amy Suto is looking for personal essays (500 words) about "The Moment I Knew I Had to Make Writing My Job" — those pivotal moments when you decided to pursue writing professionally. Payment is $500 flat ($1/word) plus publication to an audience of 9,000+ subscribers.
👉 Head to Healdsburg, California, to check out 27 North, a freshly rebranded property that reflects the soul of modern wine country. On this trip, you'll check out the property's reimagined concept, as well as indulge in wine tasting among other local activities.
👉 I represent Tatvani, Thailand’s most exclusive private estate, which has recently opened in Chiang Rai. Wellness and culture are at the core. Perfect for stories on ultra-luxury travel, wellness, nature, culture, design, and slow tourism. If this piques your interest, please could you drop me a line at katie.king@luxcrest.com
👉 We are organising a Swiss cheese press trip to Lucerne, Switzerland, on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September (one night) to learn more about (and sample a lot of) Kaltbach’s award-winning Swiss cheese.If you're interested the please email me at vickie@northpr.co.uk.
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👉 From “revenge travel” to “sleep tourism,” these 10 trends will upgrade your content faster than a business-class ticket.
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👉 Ritz is giving away a trip to Puerto Rico this summer to see Bad Bunny in concert.
👉 Win a trip for two to Bhutan! The grand prize includes return flights from major UK or US airports, and an 8-night guided group tour of Bhutan from October 2-10, 2025. Open to UK residents. Contest closes August 10, 2025.
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Until next week (or the next issue),
Happy pitching!
Daniella
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