World Nomads provides travel insurance, covers people from over 130 countries, with medical and evacuation cover, 24-hour emergency assistance and cover for a large range of adventure activities. The experienced team brings service, underwriting expertise and technology, making them the number one choice for many of the world’s leading travel brands such as Lonely Planet and STA Travel. This year World Nomads are looking for 3 aspiring travel writers to go on assignment in Portugal.
About the scholarship:
- The selected candidates will be mentored by professional travel writer and contributor to The New York Times, Tim Neville.
- On the trip candidates will attend a comprehensive travel writing and witness the evolution of this age-old civilisation as it emerges as a hub for digital nomads and creatives.
- Then, they will be sent off to uncover the stories of the people who give life to the historical heart, sweeping coastlines and cobbled lanes of one of the oldest countries in Europe.
Scholarship value:
- International Flights (round-trip airfare)
- Professional Mentorship
- 10-day Trip (with US $1000 and free accommodation)
- Writing Guide
- Rail Pass
- Travel Insurance
How to apply
- Select your story theme
- Write a travel story (700 words or less)
- Complete the application form (personal details and contact details)
Selection criteria:
- Great descriptive ability (without getting flowery)
- A well-structured narrative and a strong eye for detail
- Ability to uncover a great travel story and tell it in a compelling way
- Excellent spelling and grammar and a knack for avoiding clichés
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| Organization | World Nomads |
| Country | All countries |
| Fellowship Level | All levels |
| Subject areas | All disciplines |
| Fellowship amount | Funded |
| Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
| Deadline | 13th March 2019 |
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