How to Blog and Travel Simultaneously

April 14, 2025 Joan Ndulue How To 0

Without Losing Your Mind or Your Wi-Fi

So, you want to travel the world and run a blog at the same time? First of all, you’re not crazy it’s totally doable. Imagine sipping mango juice on a beach in Bali while writing a blog post about your last jungle trek. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, that dream is 100% achievable.

But let’s keep it real: blogging while traveling isn’t all beach sunsets and Wi-Fi cafés. It comes with its own set of challenges (think spotty internet, weird time zones, and trying to meet deadlines from an overnight train in Vietnam). Still, with the right mindset and a bit of planning, you can absolutely make it work—and even thrive.

Let’s dive into the how.

1. Choose Your Blogging Style (and Be Realistic About It)

Before you book that one-way ticket, take a minute to define your blogging style. Are you documenting your travels daily like a journal? Are you giving travel tips? Lifestyle content? Photography?

Knowing your style helps you plan your content, stay consistent, and set expectations—for yourself and your audience.

Pro tip: You don’t have to post every day. A couple of quality posts a month can go further than rushed daily updates.

Also: give yourself grace. Traveling is exhausting sometimes. You don’t have to be “on” 24/7.

2. Batch Your Content Like a Pro

Here’s a truth bomb: travel is unpredictable. Sometimes you’re hiking through mountains with zero signal, or spending hours on a bus with a driver who thinks speed limits are a suggestion. That’s why batching content is your secret weapon.

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Here’s how to do it:

  • Write multiple blog drafts when you have a quiet day.

  • Schedule posts in advance using WordPress, Squarespace, or any other platform you use.

  • Keep a content calendar (Google Sheets or Notion works great!) so you always know what’s coming next.

Why it matters: Batching gives you breathing room and keeps your blog active even when you’re offline.

3. Use Your Travel Time Wisely

Long flights, bus rides, or layovers? That’s prime blogging time. You might not have internet, but you can:

  • Write drafts in a notes app or Google Docs offline.

  • Edit photos.

  • Brainstorm future blog ideas.

  • Reflect and journal (some of your best content comes from real, raw moments).

Think of these pockets of “downtime” as mini work sessions. No pressure—just productivity on the go.

4. Invest in Decent Tech Gear (but Keep It Light)

You’re not packing for a corporate office, but you do need tools that help you create content effortlessly on the move.

Essentials:

  • A lightweight laptop or tablet with a good battery.

  • A reliable smartphone with a decent camera.

  • Portable chargers and power banks (trust me, they’ll save you).

  • Noise-canceling earbuds for editing or writing in noisy spots.

  • External hard drive or cloud storage for backups (because losing all your photos is a travel blogger’s worst nightmare).

Bonus: If you vlog too, a compact tripod and external mic will level up your video content.

5. Find Wi-Fi (Or Take Wi-Fi With You)

Wi-Fi can be a blessing… or a total stressor depending on where you are.

Some tips to stay connected:

  • Use apps like Workfrom or Nomad List to find cafés and coworking spaces with strong internet.

  • Buy a local SIM card with data or invest in a global Wi-Fi hotspot device (especially if you’re hopping countries).

  • Always download offline maps and documents in case you hit a no-signal zone.

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Bottom line: Don’t rely on the Airbnb’s “we have Wi-Fi” claim. Always double-check.

6. Stay Inspired, Not Overwhelmed

Here’s the best part of blogging while traveling: your content literally writes itself.

Sunset in Santorini? Blog it. Weird hostel roommate story? Blog it. Unexpected kindness from a stranger in Morocco? You guessed it—blog it.

But also remember: you don’t have to turn every single experience into content. Some moments are just for you. Burnout is real, and the quickest way to lose the joy of travel is trying to turn everything into a post.

Balance content creation with simply living the adventure.

7. Engage With Your Audience on the Go

Even if you’re posting on your blog once or twice a month, you can stay connected daily via Instagram, TikTok, Threads, or wherever your people hang out.

  • Share real-time updates via stories.

  • Post behind-the-scenes moments (like the airport hustle or hostel breakfasts).

  • Ask your audience to vote on your next destination or travel outfit.

  • Repurpose your blog content into bite-sized posts or videos.

You don’t have to disappear while you travel—just find fun, light ways to keep the connection going.

8. Monetize (If You’re Ready)

If you’re planning to travel long-term, it’s smart to look into ways to make your blog work for you financially.

A few beginner-friendly monetization options:

  • Affiliate marketing (gear you use, booking sites, etc.).

  • Sponsored posts or collaborations.

  • Selling digital products like travel guides, presets, or eBooks.

  • Ads via Google AdSense or other blog networks.

Just remember: build trust before trying to sell anything. Your audience comes first.

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9. Go With the Flow

You’ll miss buses. You’ll write the perfect post and lose Wi-Fi. You’ll plan a content shoot, and it’ll rain all day. It’s fine. That’s part of the magic.

The beauty of blogging and traveling simultaneously is that you learn to embrace the chaos and let the adventure shape your story. Your imperfections and behind-the-scenes mess-ups are what make your content real and relatable.