MatadorU’s Writing Course
The age-old question is if you should take a class in order to become a travel writer. Most experienced writers have strong opinions about the subject varying from classes being expensive to invaluable. Notable travel writer Rick Steves claims he never took a travel writing class, but instead read only one book: On Writing Well by William Zinsser. And when he wanted to improve his style and voice, he re-read Zinsser. However, others will tell you the best way to become a travel writer is to take a class. MatadorU holds a popular travel writing course that has received glowing recommendation. This course helps to train aspiring travel writers by offering guidance from seasoned Matador travel writers. The course also puts you in contact with publications to review your work, giving you an advantage when first becoming a travel writer. One thing is for sure, always strive to improve your writing. Enter writing contests or start a personal travel blog. The most important thing – just get out there and write.