To ensure your travel story fits Storily’s vision and inspires readers, please follow these guidelines when writing your blog:
1. Content Focus:
- Write about a personal travel experience that moved you emotionally or taught you something new. It can be international or local travel, any journey that left a mark on your heart.
- Share what you felt: joy, surprise, discomfort, or curiosity. Highlight unique moments, such as a cultural difference, a memorable interaction, a new food, or a travel tip others can use.
- Keep it authentic. We want your real story, not a generic travel guide.
2. Length and Format:
- Your blog should be 600-800 words (approximately 3,000-4,000 characters).
- Write in simple, clear English to connect with readers worldwide, including non-native English speakers.
- Use short paragraphs and a conversational tone to keep readers engaged.
- Avoid overly technical terms or jargon unless they’re essential to your story.
3. Photos:
- Submit five high-quality photos from your trip (at least 1200×800 pixels, JPEG or PNG format).
- Photos should relate to your story and capture its essence,people, places, or moments that stood out.
- Ensure you have permission to share the photos, especially if they include other people.
- Include a short caption (1-2 sentences) for each photo explaining its significance.
4. Tone and Style:
- Be honest and heartfelt. Share what made your experience unique, even if it felt small or personal.
- Avoid promotional content, advertisements, or overly commercial language.
- Feel free to include humor, reflection, or lessons learned, but keep the focus on your story, not general advice.
5. Submission Process:
- Email your blog and photos to submit@storily.me
- Include your full name, a short bio (50-100 words), and the location of your travel story in the email.
- Use the subject line: “Storily Blog Submission – [Your Name]”.
- You can paste your blog directly in the email body or attach it as a file. Attach photos separately.
6. Contribution Details:
- If your blog is approved, you’ll be asked to make a minimum contribution of $50 (USD).
- We’ll provide a bank account number for you to transfer the contribution at your convenience.
- For those facing financial challenges, a limited number of free-entry spots are available. Email submit@storily.me with a brief explanation to apply.
- Your contribution supports the author’s dream of traveling to 180 countries and sharing their stories. It is not a payment for your blog.
7. Approval and Posting:
- Our editorial team will review your submission for authenticity, clarity, and alignment with Storily’s mission.
- You’ll hear back within 10-14 days of submission. If approved, we’ll share the bank account details for your contribution.
- Once posted, your story will remain on storily.me permanently, inspiring travelers worldwide.
8. Tips for Success:
- Focus on one specific moment or experience rather than summarizing your entire trip.
- Edit your work for grammar and clarity, but don’t worry about perfection, we value your story over flawless English.
Have questions? Visit storily.me or email info@storily.me for help. We can’t wait to read your story and share it with the world!
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