Travel news is a type of travel writing that seeks to inspire travellers by sharing information about destinations, activities and experiences. It can be found in daily newspapers and popular magazines, in specialist travel publications and online blogs and websites.
Travel writers often use anecdotes and vivid descriptions to entertain readers while also providing informative content about travel. They think carefully about the audience for their articles – a travel article written for pensioners might focus on amenities available at resorts, while a family travel article might highlight if there is a children’s activity program or if a tour can be tailored for kids.
Despite having a somewhat misleading title, Skift is one of the best sources for trustworthy travel research and news. They have a hefty subscription fee, but they back up their reporting with original research that is well worth the price.
As the name suggests, this publication is for business travel managers and offers a broad range of articles that cover topics such as the latest trends in hotel technology, meetings and events and airlines. Their coverage is more business focused than some of the other sites on our list, but it can be a valuable resource for tour operators looking to stay up-to-date with their industry.
The sister publication to TravelPulse (both are part of the Northstar Media Group) covers group and packaged tours. Their content often includes interesting press releases from the travel industry, but they also publish a variety of easy-to-read listicles and news pieces on their website. They recently featured a story on Intrepid Travel launching new tours that allow guests to share meals with Navajo families.