SO YOU WANT TO
WRITE FOR NATIONAL
GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELLER?
THE PRIZE
Courtesy of TUI Tours, the winner will
set off on a 14-day trip of a lifetime*
to Vietnam, taking in the highlights
of the country from north to south.
You’ll explore peaceful paddies,
emerald-green mountains, limestone
islands and talc-soft beaches, as well
as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, which
fizz with energy. tui.co.ukA cruise through the Northwest Passage, a
safari in Tanzania, or even a weekend away
in Paris — whatever the focus of your travel
tales, this is your chance to dazzle us with your
prose. Not only will you be in with a chance of
appearing in our October issue, but you could
also set off on the trip of a lifetime to Vietnam.
We’re looking for no more than 500 words
on an inspiring travel story. It could be on
any destination, but remember to capture our
ethos: a strong sense of place and immersive,
authentic experiences. Need some pointers?
Check out some of our top travel writing tips
before you get started.Entries close at 23:59 on 30 June 2020. Terms and conditions apply.
See more and enter online at nationalgeographic.co.uk/competitionsIMAGE: GETTY
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Your article should have a beginning,
middle and end, and the opener
should be one of the strongest
paragraphs to pull the reader in. You
can open with the most exciting part
of your trip, then put it into context. - Don’t try to cover too much in one
article. Too many angles can create a
feeling of chaos — it’s better to focus
on a smaller number of incidents
and to let your story develop. - Use quotes — they add personality
and are often useful for making
broader points.
*THE PRIZE IS VALID FOR TRAVEL FROM 1 DECEMBER 2020 TO 31 MARCH 2021. BLACKOUT DATES APPLY. SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS.May/Jun 2020 157TRAVEL WRITING COMPETITION