Freelance Travel Writers & Photographers — United Kingdom

Stories from
100 countries.

A collective of award-winning travel writers, photographers and market analysts. Published in the world's most respected titles since 2001.

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Countries Covered
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Expert Writers
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Titles Published
About Us

The world's best destinations,
told honestly.

We are a collective of freelance travel writers, professional photographers, travel industry experts and market research analysts united by a single purpose: trusted, intelligent travel content.

Together we provide authoritative information that improves the travelling experience — for the traveller and the destination alike. Our work has appeared in Sky Travel, The Independent, GQ, Men's Health, Director, FHM, TNT Magazine, Big Earth and many more of the world's most respected publications.

Between us, we've travelled to over 100 countries. We don't just report on destinations — we analyse them.

GQ The Independent Men's Health Sky Travel FHM Director TNT Magazine Big Earth TTG
Travel photography
Favourite Destinations

Where we've been.

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Santorini
Europe
Santorini
Greece
Victoria Falls
Africa
Victoria Falls
Zambia / Zimbabwe
Vianden
Europe
Vianden
Luxembourg
Patagonia
South America
Cuernos del Paine
Chile
Grenada
Caribbean
Gouyave
Grenada
Australia
Australasia
The Red Centre
Australia
Browse by Region

Explore our coverage.

Africa 12 features
Asia 18 features
Australasia 9 features
Caribbean 11 features
Europe 24 features
Americas 14 features
Meet the Team

Six writers.
One shared obsession.

Andrew Samson
Andrew Samson
Travel Writer & Photographer

With a background in travel marketing and PR, Andrew has been a freelance photographer and travel writer since 2001, visiting over 60 countries. A finalist of both 'Travel Photographer of the Year' and 'Holiday Photographer of the Year'.

Men's Health TNT GQ Director
Matt Risley
Matt Risley
Adventure Travel Writer

Having lived in a van and trekked across Lapland, Australasia and Mount Everest, Matt is the team's go-to for the extraordinary. Accomplished writer for FHM, Sky Travel, MSN Travel, TNT Magazine and Big Earth.

FHM Sky Travel TNT Big Earth
Simon Stafferton
Simon Stafferton
Travel Writer & Market Analyst

Simon brings a digital marketing and market research background to the collective, offering data-driven destination analysis alongside engaging long-form travel writing.

Director The Independent
Louise Neville
Louise Neville
Travel Writer & Editor

Louise specialises in luxury travel and cultural destinations across Europe and Asia. Her editorial background gives her copy a distinctive authority and voice.

GQ Men's Health
Jon Fuller
Jon Fuller
Travel Industry Analyst

A travel industry insider with deep knowledge of the trade press, Jon provides market intelligence and destination reporting for both consumer and B2B titles.

TTG Airlines Int'l
Graham Precey
Graham Precey
Photojournalist & Writer

Graham's photography and writing spans conflict zones, extreme environments and bucket-list destinations. His work carries a photojournalist's eye for the authentic moment.

Big Earth Sky Travel
Published In

The titles we write for.

GQ Lifestyle / Men's Magazine
The Independent National Newspaper
Men's Health Health & Lifestyle
Sky Travel Television / Digital
FHM Men's Magazine
Director Business Magazine
TNT Magazine Backpacker / Travel
Big Earth Travel & Adventure
Travel Trade Gazette Trade Press
Airlines International Aviation & Trade
TNT Downunder Expat / Travel
Australia & NZ Magazine Destination Specialist
Commission Us

Need a writer
who's actually been there?

We take on commissions from editors, publishers, tourist boards and travel brands. Whether you need a 300-word round-up or a 5,000-word feature with original photography — get in touch.

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