New travel writing tours with Travel Indochina

30 Jul 2013  2046 | World Travel News

SYDNEY - Leading Asia specialist, Travel Indochina, has launched a brand new'Vietnam Travel Writing Tour' in partnership with award-winning travel journalist Rob McFarland. The tour operator's exclusive literary tour provides four days of inspiring travel writing tuition in Saigon, followed by eight days covering some of the most stimulating parts of Vietnam, to help budding writers develop their skills as they pen a travel story to encourage others to follow in their footsteps.
On this trip Travel Indochina balances time in the classroom with relaxed tours of the city and surrounds. The course is expertly led by British-born McFarland who shares his knowledge of good travel writing with classes packed with insider hints and tips, practical writing techniques and insights into the commercial realities of travel journalism, including advice on how to pitch stories. Throughout the course writers will receive detailed feedback on their writing so they can improve their skills under McFarland's guidance.
Upon completion of the sessions in Saigon, the small group of aspiring travel writers will put their newfound skills into practice as they head north, with guided touring through the riverside village of Hoi An, historic Hue and onto the capital of Hanoi and the turquoise waters of Halong Bay. The carefully-created itinerary provides a memorable holiday experience while inspiring some great story ideas to showcase writers' talent. On their return, participants will have the opportunity to submit a story to McFarland for personal feedback.
Among the range of special tour experiences available include an interactive private cooking class with Hoi An's culinary legend Ms Vy, at her newest endeavour, Market Cooking School. Ms Vy is famous for producing the region's best White Rose traditional dumplings. In addition, writers can meet with Jimmy Pham, founder of the Koto Foundation which provides hospitality training to some of Hanoi's poorest and most needy youth, following a delicious lunch in the city. These are wonderful opportunities to personally meet with two notable figures, ask questions and gain an insight into the work they do in Vietnam.
"This incredible country provides inspiration at every turn to help individuals learn the craft of good travel writing," comments McFarland. "Lessons take place in an interactive 'classroom' that includes the streets of Saigon, the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta, and will explore the culture, history and cuisine of this fascinating destination in Asia."
Manda Churchill, general manager for Travel Indochina, adds: "Learning directly from an award-winning travel journalist and experienced teacher such as Rob McFarland in a stimulating environment like Vietnam is a great way to develop and hone the skills of a travel writer. Our tour combines a wonderful holiday experience with invaluable advice on travel journalism, and I can't think of a more motivating way to learn how to turn travel experiences into travel stories."
Travel Indochina is operating four departures on its 12-day 'Vietnam Travel Writing Tour' in March 2014. The tours are ideally suited for aspiring professional travel writers or enthusiastic travellers who enjoy writing, and will be limited to a maximum of 16 participants plus four companions on each departure.
The tour includes 10 nights' three-to-four-star hotel accommodation, 1 night cruise accommodation, 4 day Saigon-based writing course with award-winning travel journalist Rob McFarland, 2 internal flights in Asia, all road transport in air-conditioned vehicles, sightseeing and entrance fees, guided touring with local English-speaking guides, return transfers and some meals. Travel Indochina can also arrange international flights to Vietnam at an additional cost.

Sourced: TravelDailyNews

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