The 2007 Travel Blog Awards

02/8/07  Print This Post Print This Post    5 Comments      Written by Ian MacKenzie
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The 2007 TravviesIt was bound to happen eventually.

In fact, I’m surprised it didn’t happen sooner. Mark Ashley over at Upgrade: Travel Better has finally decided to step up and start the very first travel blog awards: The Travvies.

Why you ask? Mark provides the answer:

There’s a misconception that travel blogs are all travel diaries. Some of these might be terrific, but the scope of the travel blogosphere is much larger. More and more, these blogs are influencing the way consumers, companies, and journalists get information. The Travvies try to take this breadth into account.

There’s no prize, other than the prestige that comes from recognition within the travel blog community. And that’s certainly worth more than any shiny trophy (although ludicrous bags of money would be nice).

There are 6 categories in total, and I think we have a decent shot at 3 of them. As editor of Brave New Traveler, this is my attempt at asking you, dear reader, to visit the links below and nominate our magazine by leaving a comment with our name and link.

Remember, this is just the nomination phase. Next they have a panel of secret judges who will cull the nominations down to a list of 3 for each category. From there, finalists will be announced on February 21 and the voting will begin. I’ll be sure to post an update.

Until then, thanks for your support!

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Ian MacKenzie is the founder and editor of Brave New Traveler. He is currently editing the One Week Job documentary. Aside from writing, he spends his time exploring the fundamental nature of existence and wishing he did more backpacking.

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  • Trip Sweeney replied on February 8, 2007

    Nominated: http://www.bravenewtraveler.com – highlights humanism in travel and emphasizes thoughtful adventure. The editor has a keen sense of what truly is important.

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  • ianmack replied on February 8, 2007

    I’m flattered Trip, (along with all our other brilliant guest authors). Thanks for the nomination!

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  • pam replied on February 8, 2007

    Oh my god! I want one! I never before wanted one of these and now, I do! Where’s the “best travel post” category, anyway, because that’s the one I want!

    Ahem. Too much caffeine. Did I mention I want one of these?

    :)

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  • The Tour Marm replied on March 10, 2007

    Hi!

    I just started an informal blog centering on curriculum-based educational student travel advice which is tied into education and history blogs. Not all my posts are travel related.

    Within nearly two months two professional publications for teachers (one connected with a union) have actually bought two articles because they liked my informal style.

    I’m entering various ‘carnivals’ to boost readership.

    But I guess some advice from professionals would be appreciated.

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