The Evolution of Travel Blogging

Dave and Deb of The Planet D

@theplanetd

The Way it Was....

2010 2011 2012 2013

Number of Travel Bloggers

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5

In the Beginning

2012/2013

7

Companies & DMO’s Invest in Bloggers

8

Companies Commit to Bloggers

9

Leveraging Social Media

Twi$er Facebook Instagram Photo  Contest Pinterest

10

Evolution of the Press Trip

11

Bloggers Took Action

Travel BloggingTrends

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Multiple Mediums

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Different Markets

15

Travelers Putting Trust in Bloggers

Consulting

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From..

0Consul:ng Content  Produc:on

Tours

Self-­‐Publishing Sponsorship

Social  Media

18

Travelers Becoming More Mobile

+

19

Vacations in your own Backyard

20

Adventure TravelSome sort of Physical Activity

Some sort of Connection with NatureAn Immersion in Culture

ATTA:

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Social Media and Travel

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The Future of Travel Blogging

The Future of Travel Blogging

Video Bloggers

Online TV Travel ShowsPageviews vs Audience

New Media & Traditional Media will Merge

The Future of Travel Blogging

Long Reads (2000-7000 words)

Companies will use Bloggers for Content ProductionTravel Talk Shows

Micro Blogging

The Future of Travel Blogging

Travel Blogger Designed Suites

Reality Blogging

Google + topples Facebook

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Be Creative

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Thank  You

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