Whether you’re experiencing writer’s block or stressing about the headline for your next travel writing pitch, we’ve got your back!
You should always check out the publication’s you’re pitching to get a feel for the style of their headlines for your best chance at success (and do some SEO research if it’s your own site), but here are some ideas to get the creative juices flowing…
Itineraries
[3] Days in [City] for [Nature] Lovers
The Perfect Long Weekend for a Romantic Trip to [City]
Itineraries for Kids of Every Age in [City]
How to See the Best of [City] in [2] Days
[7] [Movie] Filming Locations to Visit in [City]
1st Person Narratives
How I [Found Myself Again After Divorce] in [City]
How I [Explored My Roots] in [City]
Exploring my Hometown as a Travel Writer
My Search for [the Perfect Beach] in [City]
The Quest to Save [the Oneida Language] in [City]
Searching for [The Wolves of Nearly Extinct Fruit Dove]
Off the Beaten Path
[7] Restaurants Only Locals Know in [City]
Live Like a Local in [City]
Get Lost: Why I Ditched the Map in [City]
The Longest-Operating [Hotel] in [City]
Packing Lists
[12] Must-Pack Items for a Trip to [City]
The Carry-On Capsule Wardrobe for [City]
Packing for [3] Climates in One Carry-on
[9] Summertime Packing Must-Haves
Roundups
Where to Find Black History in [City/State]
Where to Find the Best Coffee in [City]
Summer Arts Guide to [City/State]
The 5 Best Things to do in [City] When It’s Snowing
Anniversaries/Debuts
New [Art]-Themed Hotel Opens in [City]
See the [Exhibit Name] at [Museum Name] Before it Closes
[City] Celebrates It’s Centennial with Fun-Packed Weekend
Annual Festivals/Events
Don’t Miss This Year’s [Festival/Event Name] in [City]
How to Attend the [Festival/Event Name] on a Budget
5 Hotels That Put You Near the Action at the [Festival/Event Name]
Holidays/Seasonal
Travel Hacks for Making the Most of Christmas in [City]
Experience [Holiday] in [City]
Celebrate New Year’s in Style in [City]
A Black History Road Trip Across [State]
It’s Leaf-Peeping Season in [State]! Where to Find the Best Colors
Summer Fun in [City]
General
An Inside Look at [City/Resort/Activity]
Live Like [a Celebrity] at [Resort]
[7] Cities Where Vegans Eat Like Kings
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