The questions everyone is asking before joining TWA
Applications for The Travel Writer Accelerator are open, and over the past few weeks I've been receiving lots of questions about the program.
If you've been considering applying, this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how the program works and whether it's the right fit for you.
1:51 — Do you have a shorter version of TWA?
Why I moved from one-day pitch workshops to a 12-month accelerator, and why building momentum in travel writing takes longer than most people think.
7:08 — How long will it take to get results?
What "results" actually means, realistic expectations, and what the writers getting the best outcomes inside TWA are doing consistently.
8:44 — Am I too inexperienced for the program?
For aspiring travel writers who haven't studied journalism, don't know editors, or haven't pitched a travel story before.
9:41 — I've already been published. Is TWA just for beginners?
Why many of the writers inside TWA have already been published and are looking to build more momentum, stronger editor relationships, and regular commissions.
10:37 — Won't AI make travel writing obsolete?
Why I believe travel writing is uniquely positioned in an AI-driven world and what kind of stories editors are looking for right now
12:22 — Editors only commission writers they already know. Is it even worth trying?
How writers break into new publications and why strong angles and compelling pitches still matter.
13:24 — What exactly do you get inside TWA?
A complete walkthrough of the program, including:
- The TWA curriculum
- Personal essay publication support
- Story Blueprint Training
- Pre-Trip Blueprint
- PR and hosting training
- Publication Hit Lists
- Weekly pitch critiques
- Monthly coaching and Q&A calls
- Community support and feedback
25:39 — Who is TWA for?
The three types of writers who tend to thrive inside the program:
- Published but stuck travel writers
- Professional writers transitioning into travel writing
- Reinvention seekers looking for a creative and meaningful second act
If you still have questions after listening, I'd love to hear from you.
Reach out and let's chat about whether The Travel Writer Accelerator is the right fit for you.
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Happy writing + travelling! - Lindy
