The Travel Creator: Tips For Travel Influencers

Laura Haley
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The podcast for travel creators to learn smarter ways to use their content so they can save time and get back to traveling. I'm your host Laura and I saw travel content creators spending way too much time on their content creation. I used my six years of digital marketing experience to create smarter ways for travel creators to use their content.  In this podcast you'll find tangible tips on how to trade your content time for travel time. We play the long game here! No 'get rich quick schemes' but real strategies you can implement to help you love your travel creator journey again and make it sustainable.  We officially launch Jan 11th 2024! Episodes are out every Thursday after. 

  1. 6D AGO

    107: Cold Pitching 101: Send Emails that Won’t Leave You on Read

    👉 Join The Travel Creator Business Plan Today I am sharing exactly how I  cold pitch brands, tourism boards, and partners — without sounding desperate, spammy, or like every other travel creator in their inbox. We’re talking mindset, strategy, real examples, and the systems that make cold pitching scalable (because no one is copy-pasting 100 emails by hand in 2026). If you’ve ever thought: “My cold pitch sucks”“Brands never respond to me”“I just want one brand deal so I know this works”…this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode ✨ The mindset shift that changes everything 📊 Why cold pitching is a numbers game 🧠 How to research and find the right people to pitch 📩 The exact cold pitch structure that works 🔁 Follow-ups that don’t feel annoying 🖊️ Email signature + PS strategies creators overlookResources Mentioned Apollo.io – email scraping + lead buildingHunter.io – find brand and marketing emailsLinkedIn – warming leads + finding decision-makersThe Travel Creator Business Plan- Our business-building community for travel creatorsDone-for-you pitching systems (inside the community) to send 100+ personalized pitches without losing your mind 🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media 📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia 💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    19 min

  2. JAN 29

    106: How to Create a Sustainable Travel Creator Business By Summer

    You didn’t become a travel creator to spend summer locked in a room editing reels while everyone else is actually traveling. And yet… here we are. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to stop treating your travel content like a hobby and start running it like a real business — one that pays you, supports your lifestyle, and doesn’t rely on you posting 24/7 just to stay afloat. If your goal is to be a paid to travel content creator (without burning out), this episode is your roadmap. What We’re Talking About in This Episode By the time summer hits, you don’t need more followers — you need systems, strategy, and sustainable income. In this episode, I walk you through what separates creators who get stuck from creators who actually build something long-term. Here’s what you’ll learn: The difference between being a travel creator and being a travel creator business ownerWhy relying on one income stream (or just brand deals) keeps creators stuckHow UGC creators and travel creators can build diversified, predictable incomeThe systems you need so your business doesn’t fall apart every time you travelWhy an email list is the most underrated asset in your content creator businessHow to track your numbers (without overcomplicating it)A realistic plan to build multiple revenue streams before summerIf you’re a content creator, travel creator, or UGC creator who wants consistent income and freedom — this is the shift you need to make. If this episode clicked for you: DM me on Instagram and tell me which income stream you’re starting withIf you want support, accountability, and real systems, check out The Travel Creator Business Plan — all the details are in the show notesJoin a coworking session if you need help actually sitting down and building this (body doubling works)I can’t wait to see where you are this summer — both physically and in your business. Happy creating, happy building, and I’ll see you in the next episode ✈️ 🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media 📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia 💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    13 min

  3. JAN 22

    105: What Happens If You Get a Bad Client in Your Content Creator Business?

    Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. Sign Up HERE No one tells you this when you become a content creator: not every paying client is worth keeping. In this episode, I’m giving you permission to fire bad clients—and showing you how to do it professionally. We’re breaking down the biggest red flags, how to exit a client relationship without burning bridges, and how to protect your reputation as a content creator or travel creator. What You’ll Learn: Clear red flags it’s time to fire a clientHow to handle boundary violations and scope creepWhat to do when a client won’t take no for an answerHow to protect your content creator business with better contractsHow to avoid bad clients in the futureFinal Thoughts: You’re allowed to say no. You’re allowed to protect your peace. And you’re allowed to run your business in a way that doesn’t make you miserable. If this episode helped you, come say hi to me on Instagram and make sure your contracts are locked in and up to date. Happy creating—and happy firing ✨ 🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media 📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia 💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    11 min

  4. JAN 15

    104: Passive Income That's Actually Passive for Content Creators

    Everyone loves talking about passive income… but let’s be honest — most of what creators call “passive” is just another full-time job in disguise.  So today, we’re cutting through the bro-marketing fluff and having a real conversation about what passive income for content creators actually looks like — especially if you’re a travel creator who wants a business that works while you’re offline. If sipping a margarita on a beach at 2pm on a random Tuesday sounds like the goal… this episode is for you. What We’re Talking About in This Episode In this episode, Laura breaks down: What passive income is (and what it absolutely is not)Why “just make a course” is terrible advice without strategyThe best passive income streams for travel creatorsHow to turn your content into long-term digital assetsThe upfront work required — and why that’s actually a good thingThis is a must-listen for any content creator looking to build passive income through digital products, affiliate marketing, and automated systems — without burning out. Want more UGC Tips?  🎧 Listen to Paid to Travel and learn more about UGC: Podcast: Paid to TravelFollow Maddy: @maddyoutdoors.coach 🎧 Talented A.F. Podcast Production by Your Girl Media 📲 Follow: @yourgirlmedia 💻 Visit: www.yourgirlmedia.com Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    15 min

  5. JAN 8

    103: January Goals Are Failing Your Content Creator Business—Here’s Why

    What if I told you the fastest way to sabotage your content creator business… is setting New Year’s goals on January 1st?  Yep. I said it. This is one of my hottest takes—and 12 months later, I still stand by it. In this rerun episode, I’m breaking down why January is actually the worst time for travel creators and content creators to set new goals, routines, or systems—and how waiting just a little longer can completely change your momentum, your mindset, and your long-term success. If you’re a travel creator, juggling constant movement, post-trip slumps, family time, inbox overload, and way too many “new year, new you” messages… this episode is your permission slip to breathe. In this episode, we talk about: Why January goals set most content creators up for failureThe post-trip slump (and why ignoring it kills productivity)How travel and the holidays drain your creative energy more than you thinkWhy “hitting the ground running” on January 1st is unrealistic for a content creator businessHow to use January as a reset month instead of a pressure cookerThe real reason 80% of New Year’s goals fail by FebruaryHow to set smarter, more sustainable travel 2026 goals (yes, starting now—but executing later)If this episode hit home: DM me on Instagram and tell me—do you agree that January goals are BS?Share this episode with a fellow travel creator who’s putting way too much pressure on themselves Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    11 min

  6. JAN 1

    102: 10 Lessons I Learned in My Travel Creator Business in 2025

    Happy New Years Travel Creators!!! You made it through 2025 and to help welcome in 2026 I am sitting down with my podcast editor Marie from Your Girl Media to talk about the 10 lessons we learned in our businesses in 2025.  We are talking all things burnout, boundaries, branding, money, and why “doing it messy” might be your biggest advantage in 2026.  Whether you’re scaling your offers, rethinking travel, or trying to make your business feel easier (and more fun), these business lessons for 2025 will hit home. 🎧 What We Cover in This Episode Why travel burnout is real (even when you’re living the dream)The hidden cost of being a digital nomad for too longWhy doing what you actually want beats choosing the “smart” business moveHow a single rebrand or identity shift can unlock momentumWhy “less but better” is the secret to scaling as a content creatorHow attraction, energy, and fun play a bigger role than strategy aloneWhy community is the future of creator businesses in 2025The power of being in the right room (one networking event can change everything)How client experience matters more than priceWhy selling identity — not features — is the key to consistent salesWhy “doing it messy” can outperform perfectionThe money systems every creator needs before they scaleTrusting that things can be easier (even when your brain wants control)LISTEN to this episode of Jamie Sea's podcast: 4 Steps to Reach $100k 📍 Connect With Marie: Want to learn about every country in the world? Check out her travel podcast:  Culture Cult Show ( pst.. Laura is the writer and researcher)  Want more business lessons? Listen to her business podcast: Your Girl  Follow her on insta: @yourgirlmedia  Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    55 min

  7. 12/25/2025

    101: Sales Psychology for Content Creators: How to Write Sales Pages That Actually Sell

    If your sales page feels like it should be converting… but isn’t this episode will change everything. I’m not exaggerating when I say this might be one of the most action-packed, note-taking-required episodes I’ve ever recorded. If you’re a content creator, a travel creator, or building a real content business (not just vibes), this conversation is one to get your notepad out.  Today I’m sitting down with Sam, nomad copywriter and founder of Nomad Copy Agency, to talk all things sales messaging, sales psychology, and why most sales pages are doing way too much — and still not selling. We break down what actually makes people buy, how to write sales copy that doesn’t feel icky, and why “learn more” might be the worst CTA of all time. ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode Why Your Sales Page Is Probably Too LongThe Biggest Sales Page Red FlagsSales Psychology for Content CreatorsWhat Your Welcome Email Should Actually DoSelling Identity, Not Just InformationWill AI Replace Copywriters?Who This Episode Is For Content creators who want their content to actually convertTravel creators building a sustainable content businessAnyone rewriting a sales page and thinking “why isn’t this working?”Creators who want better sales messaging without feeling manipulative🔗 Where to Find Our Guest You’re going to want more of Sam after this episode : 🎙 Podcast: Copy And — a marketing podcast for entrepreneurs📸 Instagram: @nomad.copy Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

    54 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    100: 100th Episode!! ( Get to Know Me and My Chaotic Travel Life)

    It's the 100th episode of the Travel Creator Podcast!! We are two years old officially!!  Today is a bit of a special episode as I have my boyfriend Matt interview ME about our past year travelling out west in a rootftop tent and some of my spiciest travel opinions.  This episode is basically a collection of my most unfiltered travel stories, weird “how is this my job?” moments, and personal opinions I usually keep to myself. Consider this a thank-you gift to everyone who’s been here listening, DM’ing me, and building this community with me over the last two years! 💛 ✈️ What We Talk About in This Episode: Why recording a podcast episode from a Walmart parking lot in 100-degree heat felt completely normal at the timeThe reality of van life and working from anywhere (libraries, cars, laundromats… you name it)The most chaotic travel moment of my lifeMy biggest non-negotiables when traveling The strangest client requests I’ve ever gotten as a travel creatorWhat I think are the most overrated travel destinations💌 A Huge Thank You If you’ve ever listened to a single episode, sent me a DM, shared the show, or told a friend about it, thank you! Truly. This podcast is my favorite thing I’ve ever created, and it exists because of you. 📣 Call to Actions If you loved this episode, take 30 seconds to leave a review — it helps more travel creators find the showShare this episode with a friend who loves travel stories or dreams of van lifeDM me on Instagram and tell me your most chaotic travel momentGot ideas for future episodes? My DMs are always openThank you for being here for 100 episodes. I’ll see you next week  💛✈️ Sign up for my newsletter, the Content Compass to receive free tips and tricks to beat the content creation overwhelm and get back to traveling. Get five shifts that will take you from travel creator to business owner with actionable next steps included. AND two private podcast episodes. Get the Creator to CEO Playbook for $5 Say hi on Instagram Join Us 👉 The Travel Creator Business Plan Community! The only business-building community designed specifically for travel creators. You’ll get: ✔ monthly business systems ✔ coworking + Q&A calls ✔ a private community of creators building real businesses ✔ guidance to help you move from “content machine” to “CEO energy” Sign Up HERE

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The podcast for travel creators to learn smarter ways to use their content so they can save time and get back to traveling. I'm your host Laura and I saw travel content creators spending way too much time on their content creation. I used my six years of digital marketing experience to create smarter ways for travel creators to use their content.  In this podcast you'll find tangible tips on how to trade your content time for travel time. We play the long game here! No 'get rich quick schemes' but real strategies you can implement to help you love your travel creator journey again and make it sustainable.  We officially launch Jan 11th 2024! Episodes are out every Thursday after. 

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