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Travel Bloggers Weekly Issue 103

By Brandon Himpfen in Weekly Issues —

In Travel Bloggers Weekly Issue 103, unlock the secrets of WordPress, SEO, social media mastery, and more to supercharge your travel blog. Plus, discover captivating travelogues and opportunities to contribute your expertise. Join us for a journey of growth!

Travel Bloggers Weekly Issue 103
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Welcome to the 103rd issue of Travel Bloggers Weekly.

Travel Bloggers Weekly is your go-to resource for all things travel blogging. Whether you're an aspiring travel blogger or an established one looking to up your game, we've got you covered with the latest insights, tools, and tips to help you create, build, and grow your travel blog.

"To travel is to live." - Hans Christian Andersen

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Web Development

This week in web development, we've got some exciting resources and tutorials to enhance your blog's online presence:

How-to Structure Your Travel Blog Posts for Success
Travel blogging is rewarding, letting you share your adventures and insights. Success depends on structuring your posts effectively, keeping readers engaged and boosting search engine visibility. This guide covers key elements for crafting successful travel blog posts.
Travel Bloggers NetworkBrandon Himpfen
WordPress 6.6 Beta 3
WordPress 6.6 Beta 3 is here! Please download and test it. This beta version of the WordPress software is under development. Please do not install, run, or test this version of WordPress on product…
WordPress Newsmarybaum
Highlights from WordCamp Europe 2024
From June 13-15, 2024, WordPress enthusiasts from across the globe gathered in Torino to explore and celebrate the world’s most popular web platform at WordCamp Europe 2024. A dedicated team of 250…
WordPress NewsDan Soschin
How to Automatically Deploy WordPress Theme Changes Using GitHub and Deploy
Want to automatically sync WordPress theme changes to live site? Learn how to automatically deploy WordPress theme changes using GitHub and Deploy
WPBeginnerSyed Balkhi
How to Fix Plugins Disappearing From WordPress Dashboard
Are WordPress plugins disappearing from the dashboard? We’ve identified why this problem occurs and also explained how to fix it using 4 simple and easy methods.
WPBeginnerSyed Balkhi
How to Add the Ultimate SEO Dashboard in WordPress
Want to add an SEO dashboard to your WordPress website? Learn how to add the ultimate SEO dashboard with AIOSEO and gain valuable insights about your content.
WPBeginnerSyed Balkhi
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Backup Important Documents: Always have digital and physical copies of important documents like your passport, ID, travel insurance, and booking confirmations. Store digital copies in a secure cloud service and keep physical copies separate from the originals.

Digital Marketing

In the realm of digital marketing, we've handpicked some valuable resources to help you grow your blog's online presence:

How To Uncover Traffic Declines In Google Search Console And How To Fix Them
Identify and fix traffic declines in Google Search Console. Learn how to troubleshoot and understand the potential causes behind this drop in organic traffic.
Search Engine JournalDan Taylor
Google Analytics Adds User Conversion Rate Metrics
Google Analytics helps businesses better track and improve conversions by adding user and session conversion rate metrics.
Search Engine JournalMatt G. Southern
How to convert free readers into paying subscribers
A defined conversion strategy will help turn more of your fans into paying customers. Here’s where to start.
Ghost ResourcesDavid Ramos
What Is a Pillar Page? (And Why It Matters For Your SEO Strategy)
The way people search has changed, so your blog strategy needs to change too. Learn what a pillar page is, and how it fits into the topic cluster strategy.
HubSpotSophia Bernazzani Barron
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Mini Tutorial: Creating a Travel Vlog on a Budget

You don't need expensive equipment to start a travel vlog. Here are three tips for creating high-quality travel vlogs on a budget:

  • Use Your Smartphone: Modern smartphones have excellent cameras that can capture high-quality video. Invest in a small tripod or stabilizer to ensure steady shots and consider using an external microphone for better audio quality.
  • Free Editing Software: There are several free video editing software options that offer powerful features. DaVinci Resolve, HitFilm Express, and iMovie (for Mac users) are great tools to start with. They allow you to trim, cut, and add effects to your videos without any cost.
  • Plan Your Content: Before you start filming, outline your vlog to ensure you capture all the necessary footage. Think about the story you want to tell, the key locations you want to feature, and any specific shots or angles that will enhance your narrative.

By following these tips, you can create engaging and professional-looking travel vlogs without breaking the bank, helping you share your adventures with a wider audience.

Photography

15 Rural Landscape Photography Tips (+ Examples)
How can you create beautiful rural landscape photos? Discover practical tips and tricks to take your countryside images to the next level!
Digital Photography SchoolJeremy Flint
How to Create a Vintage Look in Lightroom (A Hands-On Tutorial)
Simple techniques to produce a faded, filmic look using Lightroom. Learn how to evoke a wonderful sense of nostalgia with your photos!
Digital Photography SchoolAndrew S. Gibson
The 6 Biggest SEO Challenges You’ll Face in 2024
Seen any stressed-out SEOs recently? If so, that’s because they’ve got their work cut out this year.
SEO Blog by AhrefsChris Haines
8 iPhone photo tips - Scott Kelby’s Photoshop Insider
Dave Williams here again, just like every #TravelTuesday on ScottKelby.com, and this week I want to touch on some…
Scott Kelby's Photoshop InsiderDavid Williams
A Beginner’s Guide to Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO in Photography
An in-depth beginner’s guide to the exposure triangle in photography, the topics of aperture, shutter speed, and ISO.
PetaPixelGuest Author
How to Use a Wide Angle Prime Lens
Exploring prime lenses in can significantly refine your skills and vision. It’s a path worth considering for those looking to focus on composition, visual weight, and other photographic elements without the distraction of multiple focal lengths. Coming to you from Ben Harvey Photography, this insightful video features Harvey taking on a unique challenge throughout 2024. He’s swapping out a bag full of zoom lenses for one prime lens, hoping to channel his attention to more critical elements of photography.
FstoppersAlex Cooke
How To Protect Your Images Online | Pixsy
Copyright notice manual. Code template to disable hotlinking. Color profile adjusting. Watermark secrets. Follow our tips to protect images on websites.
Find and fight image theft.Take control of where and how your images are used with a free Pixsy account. Pixsy’s reverse image search technology uncovers all uses of your images online. Simply submit cases of copyright infringement to Pixsy for resolution and compensation.
Blissful Landscape Photos: 10 Ways To Truly Master The Craft
10 Approaches Styles Types To Truly Master There are many ways to photograph the landscape and many types of landscape photos we can make. As far as the different types of landscape photos are concerned it’s useful to group them into a variety of sub categories. The Landscape Photos You Take Ar
Travel Photography GuruGlenn Guy
Lightroom Workflow: 15 Tips for a Better Editing Experience
Enhance your Lightroom workflow with these 15 top Lightroom tips. From importing to exporting, save time and edit photos quickly and efficiently.
PhotoTracesViktor Elizarov
15 Steps to an Amazing Landscape Photo
Follow this step-by-step guide (printable checklist included) to get the best landscape photos possible.
Loaded LandscapesLoaded Landscapes

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Contribute

Do you have a travel blogging article, tutorial, or project that you wish to share with our community? We'd love to feature your expertise in an upcoming issue of Travel Bloggers Weekly! Send us an email at travelbloggersweekly@icloud.com, and let's collaborate to inspire and educate fellow travel bloggers.

Thank you for being a part of the Travel Bloggers Weekly community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates, tutorials, and resources in the world of travel blogging!

Happy Blogging!