Work with Journal of Nomads

Why work with Journal of Nomads?

• 12+ years of full‑time travel and destination expertise
• Deep local networks in Central Asia & emerging destinations
• Loyal, niche audience of adventurous, independent travelers
• High‑quality long‑form content with lasting SEO value
• Professional delivery with a human, adventurous voice

Journal of Nomads reaches travelers who are actively researching, planning, and dreaming.

Services

Destination Marketing & Tourism Campaigns

I collaborate with tourism boards, DMOs, and local initiatives to tell real stories from the ground, highlighting culture, landscapes, people, and experiences beyond the obvious highlights. Deliverables may include:

• In‑depth destination guides & itineraries
• SEO‑optimized blog content
• High‑quality photography & visual storytelling
• Social media campaigns & reels
• Newsletter features

Best suited for destinations that value authenticity, sustainability, and long‑term visibility.

Here are a few examples of how I partnered up with different associations in Central Asia (Discover Kyrgyzstan, USAID, Helvetas, …):

• Celebrating Nowruz in Kyrgyzstan
• 6 Reasons why you should absolutely visit Kyrgyzstan in Winter
• Best Treks In Kyrgyzstan- The Best Of The Alay Mountains Trek
• The 9 Best Things to do in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
• A Photography Guide to the Metro in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
• The Complete Guide to the Fann Mountains in Tajikistan

Brand Partnerships & Sponsored Content

I work with travel and lifestyle brands whose products I genuinely use and trust.

No forced promotions, only well‑integrated storytelling that aligns with my audience’s values:

• Sponsored blog posts & gear reviews
• Brand storytelling through real journeys
• Long‑term ambassadorships
• Social media integrations

Here’s a promotional video I made during an assignment for Panasonic in Morocco:

Photography & Visual Content Creation

Professional travel and lifestyle photography for brands, destinations, and editorial use, including:

• Brand & destination photography
• Content for websites, campaigns & social media
• Visual storytelling with people, landscapes, and context

Adventure Tours & Curated Experiences

Together with trusted local partners, I design and promote small‑group adventure tours and offer tailor-made (group) tour planning in Central Asia and beyond. Opportunities include:

• Co‑branded journeys
• Press & influencer trips
• Story‑driven travel experiences

Audience & Reach

Journal of Nomads attracts a global audience of travelers who value:

• Independent & slow travel
• Cultural immersion
• Nature & adventure
• Lesser‑known destinations

Primary audience: Europe, North America, Australia
Core platforms:

• Blog: 55K+ unique sessions per month
• Instagram: 10K+ followers
• Facebook: 13K+ followers
• Newsletter: 2K+ readers

Let’s work together

If you’re looking for professional, story‑driven content with an adventurous soul, I’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch: hello(at)journalofnomads(dot)com or via my contact page.

I respond personally and aim to reply within 48 hours.

I value meaningful, professional partnerships with brands, tourism boards, and tour companies, and I only respond to serious collaboration proposals.

Please don’t contact me if you’re looking for:

• Free promotion and exposure-only collaborations
• Guest posts, infographics, or link placements for commercial websites
• Sponsored posts outside of clearly aligned, brand-appropriate projects

I currently accept guest posts only from fellow travel bloggers, with links limited to their own blogs and social media channels.

Before reaching out, please take a moment to review my content and ensure your proposal aligns with my work and destinations. Addressing me by name is appreciated and helps ensure a response.

I value respectful, thoughtful communication and look forward to connecting with partners who do the same.

Previous Collaborations

Journal of Nomads has collaborated with:

• Tourism boards & destination partners
• Travel & outdoor brands
• Media platforms & editorial projects

Selected partners include Panasonic and various national and regional tourism organizations:

• Panasonic Lumix
• The Guardian – Cave houses and hiking in Georgia… and a flock road block – in pictures (photos)
• Lonely Planet – Top Blog Posts from January 2018
• CNN Arabic – Hospitality in Azerbaijan
• CNN Arabic – Things to do in Baku
• Bradt Guides – The Best of Central Asia in photos – Photographer of the month
• Shoot magazine (Dutch) – Bij de nomaden in Kirgizie (photo publication in an offline magazine)
• Weekend Knack (Belgian) – Zoek de toerist (photo and story publication, both on- and offline magazine)
• OCA Magazine – 2020 The Year to Visit Tajikistan (photo and story publication in offline magazine)
• Shotkit – Inside the camera bag of Cynthia Bil
• AS Adventure – The Allaudin Lakes in Tajikistan (photo and short story publication in offline magazine)
• Vranckx en de nomaden (Dutch) – Cynthia on the Road (video)
• Nomad Times – Interview with Cynthia & Niko, a Digital Nomad couple
• Georgian Journal – Foreign traveling couple’s journal in the Cable Car City of Georgia
• Georgian Journal – Vardzia, the ancient Cave City of Georgia 
• News Georgia (Russian) – Famous travelers Cynthia and Nico: Georgia is the most hospitable country in the world
• Rustavi2 (Georgian) – A couple of foreign travelers in Georgia (Interview on Georgian National Television)
• Laowai Career –  The Benefits of Traveling the World as an Online Teacher
• ESL Authority – How Cynthia & Niko Travel the World while Teaching Online
• Vagabondlab – Journal of Nomads – A Hitchhiking Adventure across the World
• HelpStay – Is it possible to travel the world for free? (video)
• HelpStay – How to volunteer abroad for free (video)
• Payoneer – Teach and Make Money while Traveling
• Nate Meets World – Travel Bloggers & Influencers share their Favorite Hike of 2018. 
• Magnificent World – Things to do in Kyrgyzstan

I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

Cynthia, Founder & Adventure Storyteller from Journal of Nomads

Inspiring meaningful journeys beyond the beaten path