I discuss the pros and cons of 'niching down' as a travel writer. Freelance travel journalist and author Lottie Gross, who runs the Talking Travel Writing newsletter, describes how falling into the niche of dog-friendly travel has opened up opportunities and marked her as an 'expert' in this under-served market.

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Travel Writing: Niche vs. Generalist - Insider Insights with Lottie Gross

Experienced travel writer Lottie Gross shares her journey from generalist to dog-friendly travel writing specialist, offering valuable insights for aspiring travel writers.

* How Lottie accidentally discovered her niche in dog-friendly travel* Pros and cons of specializing vs. being a generalist* Why building experience first can help generalist writers* The competitive landscape of travel writing* Benefits of finding a unique niche in travel writing

Main Takeaways:

🔑 Starting as a generalist can help you build a broad portfolio 🐶 Finding an underserved niche can create unique opportunities 💰 Diversifying income streams is crucial for freelance writers 🌍 Specialization can lead to becoming an industry expert

About Lottie: Award-winning travel writer, author of dog-friendly travel books, and co-founder of the Travel Writing Substack.

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