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A tribute to my friend, the late travel media icon Arthur Frommer

The legendary U.S. travel journalist and entrepreneur Arthur Frommer passed away November 18 at the age of 95. Born in Virginia and with an early boyhood in a small town in Missouri, Arthur was a lawyer who became a pioneering and great travel journalist, and who will be remembered as having helped open the joys of travel to the masses. While serving in the U.S. Army in Europe in the 1950s, he got the travel bug, came out with a travel guide for servicemen, and followed up in 1957 with…

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Free access to Encyclopaedia Britannica for journalists

My editor at Encyclopaedia Britannica has asked me to extend this offer to all my journalist colleagues. You are invited to enjoy free access to all its factchecked resources, and if you do link to a Britannica story in your articles, none of the content linked to will be paywalled. Your readers in turn will have full and free access to Britannica's content. To get your free, personal subscription, just go to britannica.com/journalists and enter the code: EXPERT-CONTENT.

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What do you wear to Seven Magic Mountains?

Seven Magic Mountains is an art installation located in the Nevada desert, and the weather can be quite hot and dry. Therefore, it is recommended to wear comfortable and breathable clothing, such as shorts, t-shirts, and sandals or sneakers. You may also want to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. It's also a good idea to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated. While there is no strict dress code, it's important to dress appropriately for the weather and…

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What is global entry?

Global Entry is a program that allows pre-approved travelers to expedite the process of entering the United States.To apply for Global Entry, you must be a citizen or national of the United States, Mexico, or Canada and have a valid passport. You can also be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.Once you have applied for Global Entry and been approved, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete your interview appointment at any U.S. Customs and Border…

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Colin J. Holden January 10, 2010 at 3:12am

We are looking for editorial press trips for 2010 with business travel; and/or meetings, incentives, conventions & events related opportunities. All parts of the globe - any time of the year. We have four editors available to travel for the right assignments.

Odyssey eMagazine

Odyssey Media Group Website
- Asia Pacific News
- Central & South America News
- Europe, Middle East & Africa News
- North America News

www.odysseymediagroup.com
Ed Wetschler January 6, 2010 at 5:54pm

Good news, folks--it's not just you:
http://www.mediabistro.com/mediajobsdaily/freelance/freelance_writi...
Iain P W Robertson January 4, 2010 at 5:29pm

Happy New Year everybody! In my opinion (I have just joined BTW), travel journalists do appear to be significantly better looked after, by PRs of the different agencies and service providers, than motoring writers, which may run contrary to some views. I believe that the travel industry has been open to 'abuse' over the years, although it has not been assaulted by as many 'so-called' writers as the motor industry. Some of this is due to the fact that travel writers do appear to be more professional in their stance and outlook than a lot of other industries. Their views are often seen as both honest and broadly positive, even when the premises, facilities or travel arrangements have not met with expectations. Although most of my travel related output is now tied fairly closely to the motor industry, I have edited travel titles in the past and would like to delve a little deeper, given the opportunity.
José Balido January 2, 2010 at 5:52pm

Yes, 2080: Coconut oil replaces maple syrup as the number one export of the state of Vermont.
Ed Wetschler January 1, 2010 at 10:14pm

One of many reasons to adore Mary Alice Kellogg: She quotes A.J. Liebling.
On another subject, as prez of NYTWA, , I'm made some New Year's forecasts for New York City:
2020--Manhattan's downtown marina posts signs, DO NOT FEED MANATEES.
2030--Immigrants from The Country Formerly Known as Mauritius settle in Battery Park.
2040--Prospect Park is engulfed by kudzu.
2050--U.S. designates Coney Island a new Federally protected reef.
2060--Mauritian-Americans relocate to Maine.
2070--Manatees follow.
Have I missed anything?
Mary Alice Kellogg December 31, 2009 at 6:13am

I am reminded of the classic A.J. Liebling quote: "Freedom of the press is guaranteed only to those who own one." As travel media professionals, we are entrepreneurs (even if we didn't start out to be).
To Max's question: in 2010 we have to take more initiative and risk.For most of us, the old outlets ain't there anymore, and new ones pay less ... if they pay at all. It is a time to leverage experience in new ways, to be in charge of our own gifts instead of being reactive to the dribs/drabs assignments currently out there.
Ed Wetschler is right: waiting doesn't work, the old ways and outlets don't hold water. It's time to value what we offer first and foremost. Zee creme does indeed rise to the top, even in this economy (shout-out to Eric).
... And whenever I have an idea as to actually how to do this, I promise to share. For now I live in hope. And wish all of you a better year in 2010!
Eric Hiss December 30, 2009 at 9:23pm

Not sure if anyone responded to Max's question yet (which i think is a very good one incidentally), but my response would be to always provide added value, ie: have excellent, forward-thinking assets publishers, hoteliers etc. want: unique images, video, interview with elusive chef etc. Excellent content is always in demand and even in web 2.0 will get you income and/or notice...
Max Pesling December 30, 2009 at 7:45pm

I like your thinking, Ed: entrepreneurial is the way to go in 2010. Very curious to see what other folks think.
Ed Wetschler December 30, 2009 at 7:40pm

You DO ask good questions, Max. Each of us has to find his or her own way in the new media world--and that's the point: We freelancers now have to be more entrepreneurial; we have to create our own businesses instead of relying on Conde Nast etc., because we cannot wait for an editor from Gourmet or Diversion or National Geographic Adventurer, and even when we do get assignments from editors of existing publications, there are rarely enough of them these days to constitute a living. Of course, you already know all this.
Michael Stewart December 30, 2009 at 7:21pm

Looking for Fam trips for 2010......Michael Stewart