Journeys Told
Beautifully.
A sanctuary for those who travel through words and seek the depth of human experience across borders.
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Culture & People
12 Stories
Landscapes & Wild
18 Stories
Cities & Streets
24 Stories
Water & Light in Hanoi
"Hanoi wakes up with a rhythmic chaos that feels like a symphony. From the lake sunrise to the hidden alley cafes, we trace the heartbeat of the North..."
Obsidian & Aurora
"Standing on a black sand beach at midnight is to realize the Earth is a raw, living entity. Fire and ice dialogue in volcanic glass..."
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"TravelReadings changed how I see the world. I savor each story like a fine cup of tea." – Alice M.
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"The stories make me want to pack my bags and slow down for real experiences." – Mei L.
Misty Mornings in the High Atlas.
"The tea here tastes of thyme and struggle. We arrived in the village of Imlil just as the clouds descended, turning the granite peaks into ghosts..."
The Literary
Archive.
Our collection of long-form destination narratives, cultural deep-dives, and personal essays.
The Print Gallery
Museum-quality memories for your walls.
Global Map
Explore our curated stories by geographic region. Each destination is a collection of sights, sounds, and local voices.
Europe
- • The Alentejo Coast, Portugal
- • Highlands of Scotland
- • Puglia's Olive Groves, Italy
Asia
- • Old Quarter, Hanoi
- • The Gobi Desert
- • Luang Prabang Temples
Americas
- • Atacama Stargazing
- • New Orleans Jazz Roots
- • Oaxaca Culinary Trails
Africa
- • Sahara Desert Dunes, Morocco
- • Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe
- • Serengeti Safari, Tanzania
Middle East
- • Petra, Jordan
- • Wadi Rum Desert, Jordan
- • Dubai Marina, UAE
Oceania
- • Great Barrier Reef, Australia
- • Milford Sound, New Zealand
- • Bora Bora Lagoon, French Polynesia
Central America
- • Tikal Ruins, Guatemala
- • Costa Rican Rainforest
- • Belize Barrier Reef
Caribbean
- • Havana Streets, Cuba
- • St. Lucia Beaches
- • Barbados Coral Reefs
Antarctica
- • Antarctic Peninsula
- • South Georgia Island
- • Ross Ice Shelf
The Philosophy.
"We believe travel is not about checking boxes, but about expanding the soul's vocabulary."
TravelReadings was founded in 2021 as a response to the fast-paced "checklist travel" culture. We were exhausted by listicles, clickbait, and guides that reduced rich, living cultures to a few Instagram-ready shots. We wanted something deeper: stories that honor the time, effort, and emotion it takes to truly experience a place.
Our mission is to provide a slow-reading sanctuary. We publish long-form narratives, photographic essays, and immersive essays that take 15-20 minutes to read—stories that encourage readers to pause, reflect, and connect with places and people on a human level.
Our Editorial Standards
- ✔ No Sponsored Destination Junkets
- ✔ Original Photography Only
- ✔ Fair Pay for Global Writers
- ✔ Zero-Advertisement Reading Experience
- ✔ Fact-Checked and Culturally Sensitive Content
- ✔ Ethical Storytelling and Transparent Sourcing
We believe travel is about curiosity, empathy, and awareness. Each story we publish is designed to make you think beyond the surface: why a village has preserved a centuries-old festival, or how a coastal community balances tourism with sustainability.
Our writers are passionate explorers, photographers, and storytellers. They immerse themselves in the places they visit, often spending weeks or months to craft narratives that are both authentic and enlightening.
TravelReadings is more than a publication—it’s a community. Our readers share their reflections, recommend hidden corners, and contribute stories of their own. We celebrate diversity, local voices, and the small moments that make travel unforgettable.
Looking ahead, we aim to build a living archive of slow-travel experiences—a space where every story is a doorway into another world. We want readers to carry these narratives with them, long after the screen goes dark, and inspire a new generation of mindful travelers.
"Travel slowly. Listen carefully. Read deeply."
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We are always looking for evocative travel writing that focuses on cultural depth and personal transformation.
Personal Essays
1,500 - 3,000 words focusing on a singular moment of realization or discovery.
Read GuidelinesCultural Deep Dives
Long-form journalism about disappearing traditions, local artisans, or hidden histories.
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