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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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What is the most historical place in india?

The most historical place in India is the Taj Mahal. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan commissioned the building of this beautiful mausoleum for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child. The Taj Mahal took 22 years to build and is considered one of the world's most iconic buildings.Other historical places include the Red Fort in Delhi and Qutub Minar in Delhi. These sites were built during the Mughal Empire and are known for their architectural beauty.

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The Ultimate Travel Writing & Photography Retreat, Charleston, South Carolina, June 18-21, 2022

The Ultimate Travel Writing & Photography Retreat, Charleston, South Carolina, June 18-21, 2022If you want to boost your travel writing skills to a new level this workshop is for you. We'll focus on travel writing and photography - how to write exciting travel stories and create photo galleries that editors will love. This interactive course features lectures, writing exercises, in-the-field tours, group readings & discussions, and hands-on experience. You’ll also receive on-on-one feedback and…

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Travel With a Mate.com July 20, 2010 at 4:40pm

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Max Pesling July 20, 2010 at 4:19pm

My little comment turned into a nice discussion, sorry I missed it but I was traveling... Lana, you've got the right attitude and approach. An outfit may not pay enough to take a date to the movies, but sometimes it's a stepping stone to something bigger, part of establishing ourselves as experts in an area or whatever... Creativity and flexibility are the words du jour!
Dick Jordan July 10, 2010 at 8:41am

Thanks for the kind words, Anita.

Dick
Anita Satyajit July 10, 2010 at 6:51am

You have a great blog Dick! I just bookmarked it and will be visiting it often:)
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Maralyn D Hill July 9, 2010 at 11:42pm

Great comments Lana. I just explained a similar experience to a PR person who wanted more print. Eventually, they will start valuing what the web can do numbers wise.
Dick Jordan July 9, 2010 at 10:38pm

Heck, I'd settle for $1million!

Lee Foster and Kim Brown of the SF Bay Area get royalties on their guidebooks and both are finding that their iPhone editions (done by Sutro Media) are going to take less effort to update and probably net them more $$$.
Doreen Pendgracs July 9, 2010 at 10:33pm

Dick: Most guidebooks are work-for-hire projects (I know the ones I was involved with were) meaning that the writer doesn't share any royalties from any version of the book.

Self-publishing is a great option if your book has a small niche audience, but if it has global appeal, you're much better off going with a big publisher who can afford a big up-front advance. A friend of mine got $2 mil for his advance on his first literary effort. Now that's the kin d of numbers I'd like to see!
Dick Jordan July 9, 2010 at 10:25pm

Congrats, Linda!
Dick Jordan July 9, 2010 at 10:24pm

Just to follow up on Doreen's comments, some writers I know have taken their guidebooks and converted them into iPhone apps which give them a world-wide audience and royalties that will probably be greater than those from sale of the print editions of their books.

Others are self-publishing and finding that the royalties are higher than those garnered from having their work put out by the traditional publishing houses.