How to Start a Travel Blog

Travel blogs are some of the hottest content on the internet. They give readers stuck at home a taste of the exotic, and they inspire people to broaden their worldview through meeting new people and having new experiences.


So how do you start a travel blog? Setting it up is easier than you think! Ask yourself these 4 questions to get your new travel blog up and running in no time.

What Do You Love About Travel?

We know…there’s probably too many things to name. From unique cultures, to food, to scenery, what’s not to love about travel? But in order to keep your readers engaged in your content, you’re going to want to settle on a general theme for your blog.


Maybe you’re interested in providing travel tips and hacks to readers, or maybe you want to provide reviews of resorts around the world. Whatever you decide, focus your content on this niche, and stick with it.

What Blog Name Will Engage Your Audience?

Once you’ve nailed down the purpose of your blog, you can start to think about a name. The best blog names are one-of-a-kind (obviously, since no two sites can have the same domain name), descriptive (your reader should know what your blog is about based on the name), and easy to spell. After all, you don’t want your readers to get redirected to someone else’s site because yours is too tough to enter correctly in their search engine!


Once you’ve picked a name, make sure it’s not already in use by using a free domain search tool. To make your site your own, you’ll need to purchase your domain name and select a web hosting provider (like GoDaddy or Bluehost) to host your site.

How Tech Savvy Are You?

Next, you’ll choose a blogging platform. You may have heard of some popular platforms like WordPress or SquareSpace, but there are lots of platforms out there. 


If you’re technologically inclined, you can customize your site beyond just the templates provided in your chosen platform. But if you’re looking for a platform with a lot of unique templates to choose from (so you don’t have to lift a finger!) then WordPress might be a good option.


Platforms like SquareSpace or Tumblr have fewer templates but are more optimized for design and images, so they can be good options for tech-confident bloggers who want to display lots of images with their posts.

What’s Your Capacity for Content Creation?

Your site is designed, your name is perfect, and you’ve decided what your content will focus on. Now you just need to establish how often you’ll be able to contribute to your blog. Setting a schedule lets your readers know when they can expect new blogs to drop and keeps them engaged with your blog.


If blogging is your full-time gig, then maybe you can get out a blog a day, but if you’re blogging on the side, then you’ll want to decide a realistic timeline for content production.


With a little legwork, you can get a blog up and running in no time. Answer these questions to start a travel blog your audience will love!

How to Start a Food Blog

Do you love to cook (and eat?). Do your friends come to you for restaurant recommendations? Do you have the dish on the trendiest dinnerware and kitchen gadgets? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then maybe you should consider starting a food blog!

 

Blogging is a fun way to share your expertise with the world, and if you put some effort into it, it can even bring in passive income. Here’s a quick guide on how to start a food blog.

Step 1: Pinpoint Your Passion

There are many different kinds of food blogs out there—blogs that post one-of-a-kind recipes, blogs that review restaurants, and blogs that spotlight local food issues are just a few of the different types. Which type excites you?

 

You’re going to captivate future readers by bringing unique insight to a specific niche in the food industry. Some readers might be really interested in a blog spotlighting vegan food, for example, but those same readers might not love content about restaurants in New York. That’s why it’s good to have a focused scope of content that will appeal to your diehard readers with every post.

Step 2: Name Your Blog

It’s not quite as much pressure as naming a baby, but…it’s pretty close. Try and think of a name that’s unique and descriptive. Think back to the niche you identified in step 1. If your blog is highlighting vegan food, like the example above, you might want “vegan” in the blog name. If your blog is focusing on local food, then the name of your state or city would be great to add.

 

Whatever you decide, make it to the point, easy to spell, and descriptive, so potential readers will want to click on it. Once you’ve come up with a name you love, check to make sure it’s not already taken.

Step 3: Choose Your Web Host

Every website needs a web “host” which houses your site on the internet. This host gives you access to your domain name (the name of your blog). Some common web hosting providers are GoDaddy and Bluehost.

 

You’ll have to pay a monthly fee to host your website online. Think of it like renting a room on the internet for your site to live. You might also have to pay to register your domain name, although some web hosting providers throw in the domain name for free when you host your site with them. 

Step 4: Select a Blogging Platform

Next, you’ll want to choose which blogging platform to post on. This is the behind-the-scenes website that will actually display your site. Some common platforms are WordPress and SquareSpace.

 

Blogging platforms vary based on price, ease of use, and customization capabilities. Browse the options out there and choose the platform that you’ll feel most comfortable using.

Step 5: Customize Your Site

Now comes the fun part—creating your unique site! Depending on which blogging platform you choose, you’ll have tons of premade themes to choose from. If you are a technology pro, you can even customize your chosen theme to better reflect the personality and tone of your food blog.

 

Pro tip: Food blog readers probably don’t want to just read about food, they want to see it! To really get your readers drooling, choose a theme that’s pretty image heavy. This way, you’ll be able to add photos of all your yummy dishes.

Step 6: Start Creating Content

Now that your site has been created, it’s time to start filling it with content. Try and plan out content a few weeks or months in advance, so you’ll have a backlog of engaging posts planned no matter how busy you get.

 

Well, there you have it! If you’re into food, then don’t let intimidation stop you from trying to start a food blog. The setup is quick and easy, so get started today—before you know it, your recipes could be shared all over the world!

15 Tips to Make New Friends

  1. Join group

  2. Say nice things about other people

  3. Make friends with friends-of-friends

  4. Be aware of cultural differences

  5. Take initiative 

  6. Be a good listener

  7. Stay in touch

  8. Increase your self-confidence

  9. Be aware of your body language

  10. Don’t be aggressive

  11. Join social networks

  12. Classmates or colleagues are potential besties

  13. Be yourself

  14. Ask questions

  15. Be positive

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