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Omega World Travel

Travel Consultant

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required * Strong customer service skills required * Ability to work with speed in a fast-paced environment required Omega World Travel is an equal ...

US Lion Travel

Travel Consultant

El Monte, CA · On-site

$41K - $54K/yr

Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is required * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. * Prior travel industry experience is a ...

US Lion Travel

Travel Consultant

El Monte, CA · On-site

$41K - $54K/yr

Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is required * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. * Prior travel industry experience is a ...

US Lion Travel

Travel Consultant

El Monte, CA · On-site

$41K - $54K/yr

Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) is required * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. * Prior travel industry experience is a ...

Omega World Travel

Travel Branch Manager

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Omega World Travel is one of the largest global travel management companies, with more than $1 ... Required Skills: • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Excellent customer service ...

omega

Travel Consultant

Oceanside, CA · On-site

Omega World Travel is looking to hire experienced Travel Consultants to join our growing company ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills required * Strong customer service skills ...

omega

Travel Consultant

Oceanside, CA

Omega World Travel is looking to hire experienced Travel Consultants to join our growing company ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills required * Strong customer service skills ...

omega

Travel Consultant

Oceanside, CA · On-site

Omega World Travel is looking to hire experienced Travel Consultants to join our growing company ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills required * Strong customer service skills ...

omega

Travel Consultant

Oceanside, CA · On-site

Omega World Travel is looking to hire experienced Travel Consultants to join our growing company ... Excellent verbal and written communication skills required * Strong customer service skills ...

YO AI Labs

Travel Agent - Remote

San Jose, CA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

Strong Written & Verbal Communication * Attention to Detail Qualifications * 5+ years of experience as a Travel Agent or in a related travel consultancy role. * Strong knowledge of travel booking ...

YO AI Labs

Travel Agent - Remote

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

Strong Written & Verbal Communication * Attention to Detail Qualifications * 5+ years of experience as a Travel Agent or in a related travel consultancy role. * Strong knowledge of travel booking ...

YO AI Labs

Travel Agent - Remote

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

Strong Written & Verbal Communication * Attention to Detail Qualifications * 5+ years of experience as a Travel Agent or in a related travel consultancy role. * Strong knowledge of travel booking ...

YO AI Labs

Travel Agent - Remote

Palo Alto, CA · Remote

$30 - $50/hr

Strong Written & Verbal Communication * Attention to Detail Qualifications * 5+ years of experience as a Travel Agent or in a related travel consultancy role. * Strong knowledge of travel booking ...

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How much do travel writing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for travel writing in California is $38.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.46 and $46.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is travel writing?

Travel writing is a genre of writing that focuses on describing places, cultures, people, and experiences encountered while traveling. Travel writers share their journeys through articles, books, blogs, or social media, often providing practical tips, personal stories, and cultural insights. The goal is to inform, inspire, and entertain readers, while sometimes offering guidance for their own travel plans. Travel writing can include guidebooks, feature stories, memoirs, and destination reviews.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a travel writer?

To thrive as a Travel Writer, you need excellent writing skills, a strong command of language, and a portfolio or degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems, SEO tools, and digital photography or videography equipment is typically important. Creativity, curiosity, and adaptability help travel writers craft engaging content and connect with diverse audiences. These skills are essential for producing compelling travel stories, attracting readership, and meeting the demands of digital and print media platforms.

What are some common challenges travel writers face when working on assignments?

Travel writers often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, unpredictable travel conditions, and the need to adapt quickly to new environments. They must balance capturing authentic experiences with meeting editorial guidelines and word counts. Additionally, building relationships with local contacts and sourcing reliable information on the go can be demanding, but these aspects are key to producing engaging, accurate content that resonates with readers.

What is the difference between Travel Writing vs Travel Journalism?

AspectTravel WritingTravel Journalism
CredentialsOften requires strong writing skills, travel experience, and sometimes journalism or communication backgroundRequires journalism training, reporting skills, and sometimes media credentials
Work EnvironmentFreelance or agency-based, producing articles, blogs, or booksTypically employed by media outlets, newspapers, or online news platforms
Industry UsageUsed in travel magazines, blogs, and booksPublished in newspapers, news websites, and broadcast media

Travel Writing and Travel Journalism both involve creating content about travel experiences, but Travel Writing focuses more on personal storytelling and creative expression, while Travel Journalism emphasizes reporting, factual accuracy, and newsworthiness. Understanding these differences helps aspiring professionals choose the right path based on their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Travel Writing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,940 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Writing Instructor for Summer Camp 2026

Education Unlimited

La Honda, CA • On-site

$1.4K - $1.5K/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Education Unlimited® provides academic summer camps & pre-college summer programs for students entering grades 4-12. Our summer programs include public speaking camps, college admissions prep programs, science camps, summer acting camp, writing camps, computer camp, leadership camp, video production camp, and college tours.
OPEN POSITIONS:
Camp Dates: Camp sessions are each one week in length and run from June 9 to August 9. Instructors may be hired for one or more weeks. Please indicate which weeks you are available to work on the application as well as how many total weeks you would like to work during the summer.
Average Class Size: 6 - 10 students
Two position types are available:
  1. Online Instructors - Online instructors will lead classes via zoom and google classroom with cohorts of approximately 6-8 students. All curriculum materials will be provided, but instructors will need to have a reliable computer and internet connection and a quiet and professional place from which to host class.
  2. On-Campus Instructors - On-campus positions are available at UCLA, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and Georgetown Universities. These are residential positions and teachers will be provided with room and board in the university residence halls. Some limited commuter positions may also be available for local instructors.

There are 4 writing courses available. Instructors will be hired to teach one or more of these writing courses. Please indicate on the application which courses you are interested in teaching:
  • A+ Summer High School (High School Academic Writing): Teaches rising 9th and 10th-grade students how to synthesize information from various sources to write a cohesive argumentative paper defending a central position. Students will have Socratic discussions around the topic area, and explore news articles, books, short stories, poems, songs, etc around the topic area before developing their central thesis and defending it in a cohesive paper. The program is designed to give students who are already doing well in school an experience that is both challenging and fun.

  • A+ Summer Middle School (Middle School Reading/Writing): A+ Summer Middle School immerses rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students in an environment that encourages critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and collaboration. Students will read Agatha Christie's Mousetrap and learn to analyze how writers create characters and develop their story arcs. They will then use that knowledge to write their own mystery story. In addition, students will have a forensics science unit where they will explore blood typing, fingerprint analysis, blood splatter, and even take the DNA of a strawberry. In addition to being fun, these critical thinking activities create a bridge between creative writing and argumentative writing as students learn that writers, like detectives, must use evidence to support their positions.

  • Emerging Writers 7-9 Grade: (Creative Writing for students entering grades 7-9) Emerging Writers Institute is a unique opportunity for rising 7th - 9th graders to explore creative writing. From day one, students are challenged through small group seminars focused on fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. In these seminars, and at daily writing workshops, students investigate the fundamentals of storytelling and discover how to read like writers. Diverse afternoon electives may include sci-fi writing, screenwriting, graphic novels, and travel writing and are used to let students try out new genres in a safe, exploratory environment. Scheduled writing time and one-on-one instructor evaluations help students develop good writing habits that will serve them year-round. By the end of the week, students will share polished pieces for publication in their own literary magazine and present their work in an informal reading for family and friends.

  • Emerging Writers 10-12: (Creative Writing for students entering grades 10-12) Rising 10th-12th graders experience a unique curriculum designed to develop and support students' imaginative writing across literary genres. Immersive workshops in fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry encourage students to challenge themselves technically and artistically as they discover their own literary voices. Through our intensive MFA-style workshops and engaging literary outings, EWI offers a rigorous and challenging writing experience for students. Supported by the guidance of experienced authors and instructors, young writers hone their craft in a collaborative environment. Students will learn through guided daily writing workshops, one-on-one instructor evaluations, group editing sessions, and creative presentations of their work. Our unique program lets young writers from around the world form and sustain literary friendships that can last a lifetime. The program culminates in students presenting their work and having it published in our literary anthology.

Job Description:
The primary responsibility of the Writing Instructor will be to guide students through the Education Unlimited writing curriculum.
Class sizes are kept purposefully small (average 6-8 students) to allow teachers the ability to really give students the personalized attention and feedback they need to grow as a writer and really love the art of writing. In addition to teaching, instructors will be responsible for assisting students as needed in one-on-one feedback sessions, and leading students in a showcase at the end of camp. Instructors will also be responsible for tracking student work and handing in any deliverables to the camp director and EU home office.
On-Campus Additional Duties:
In addition to teaching responsibilities, on-campus instructors should be available and willing to assist the camp director with active supervision, recreational activities, and some administrative tasks. Instructors should be mature, reliable, and able to work well with fellow staffers. Instructors are also expected to act as mentors and will help lead field trips and guide students on excursions. With the support of the entire staff, instructors are responsible for the health and safety of students, in addition to fulfilling instructional objectives.
Qualifications:
The ideal instructor will have significant writing experience, as well as classroom management skills. Most importantly, instructors should be supportive of student work and excited to help students improve their writing skills in the classroom and in feedback sessions.
  • 3+ years' experience teaching writing at the high school or college level (for high school programs).
  • 3+ years' experience teaching writing at the elementary, middle school, or high school level (for middle school programs).
  • Bachelor's degree required; MFA preferred.
  • Ability to teach various genres preferred.
  • Publications and knowledge about the publication process are preferred.
  • A calm and professional demeanor.
  • The willingness and ability to work long hours.
  • Self-motivation and follow-through.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong people skills.
  • A passion for education and writing.

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