Beginner's guide to travel blogging

Put content first and enjoy yourself: If you want to gain an online following, the primary aim has to be good content.Find a niche: Round-the-world travelogues are now as common as the old 'round robin' email. See if you can pick up on a new trend or become an authoritative guide on something people really want to know about. Be committed: If you're serious about building a following, you need to update your site regularly. Most bloggers aim to post least three times a week.Have more than one site: Alongside their flagship blog, serious bloggers usually have a number of 'static' sites, which need few updates and are designed to rank highly in search engines and bring in more advertising opportunities.Do your research and make contacts: If you want to get serious, then get online and get reading. Get to know your fellow bloggers on online forums or networking sites such as Twitter. Share links, cross-promote, comment on other sites and you'll soon see your traffic rise.