CONTRIBUTE, CREATE, COLLABORATE

StreetTrotter thrives on content developed by our editorial team, freelancers, guest bloggers and contributors from around the world. We are always on a hunt for new experiences and inspiring stories – so if you have one to share, we would love to hear from you/feature you!

Below is our EDIT PLAN running Monday to Sunday every week with fixed sections that call for carefully and creatively crafted story ideas. If you think you fit into any of our daily sections – write to us at editor@streettrotter.com and include the section you are pitching for in the subject line.

But before you proceed there are some hiccups to each submission. We do not accept spammy content, or any articles that come with inserted backlinks to commercial websites. If you are looking for affiliate links, promotions or sponsored posts please write to us separately with advertising queries. We love to collaborate but not misuse the opportunity.

For writers looking for exposure of their content – we’re happy to include a backlink to your blog/website and an author’s bio.

Monday – ‘XOXO, MILLENNIALS’

We the “Generation Y” are re-writing history. We are changing the way we think, work, travel, eat, play, and spend. Businesses are rearranging an entire economy around us, shaping up a future that is still unknown to us. But as much as we like the change and call for revolutions, we must accept that we are also seriously stressed, overworked, and messed up in our own personal ways. The past cannot fix us because we are too new for those theories to work. So who is it that can really help? – Its you. Its me. We can mentor, counsel and uplift each other.

“XOXO, Millennials” is a letter from you to all next-gens out there on what worked for you, and where is it that you failed. It is your advice for the ones who really need it. If you have something to say to those who could be in your shoes – write that letter of love, advice and passion and send it to us!

Tuesday – ‘TRAVEL TEMPLATE’

Even though we love to talk about a variety of topics throughout the week, we must not forget that ‘TRAVEL’ is the core of StreetTrotter. Our “Tuesday Travel Template” is all about travel stories. If you have travel tips, travel guides or travel experiences from various destinations – we would love to hear your pitch!

Wednesday – ‘WELLBEING’

Life is no philosophy but an experience. And we all deserve to live a comforting, happy, healthy and content life. Over the years the real meaning of “Wellbeing” is often confused with only physical health, which is not entirely true. Wellbeing is about your mind, heart, body and soul, all experiencing the same amount of peace, health and comfort at the same time. This might sound difficult to achieve, but it is not impossible with our “Wednesday Wellbeing” section.

Thursday – ‘TRAVELER’

Coming back to travel, our Thursdays feature a new traveler each week – with lots of tips, stories and what is that one thing that keeps him/her on the road. If you are a traveler with a personal story to share and spill the beans on some of our hard hitting questions – write to us for an exclusive interview.

Friday – ‘FROM THE EDITOR’

Fridays are reserved for StreetTrotter and her stories. What is she upto? What is she feeling? What did she learn? What is she doing next? What is it that she wants to share? – Stay tuned on every Friday for a post “From the Editor”.

Saturday – ‘STARTUP’

We believe every dream deserves a fair chance. And every startup out there is the soul of someone who turned his/her dream into reality and then fought for it. Our “Saturday Startup” features a new startup story and we would love to feature your dream. If you are courageous and wild with a business that you believe in – write to us to get featured in an exclusive interview.

Sunday – ‘I’M ON A HOLIDAY!’

Because we have to make it work on all the other six days – we are on an official holiday every Sunday! But feel free to write to us, say hello or ping us on our social media for instant chatty-replies on Sundays.

We try our best to get back to each query as fast as we can, but if you find it easier – go ahead and fill this form!

I made a career switch in my 30s. Turned out to be the best decision of my life.

But first, let me start from exactly where I left. I quit my job at 31 to take a break without a plan B? - But that was back in 2019 - SO WHAT HAPPENED NEXT? Fast Forward to today: I am currently a UX Manager and Design Lead in a tech+design agency in Toronto, and it took me a while to find this career that I have really started to enjoy. It did not happen by chance, and I didn’t just fall into it. In fact, I chose it.

Deconstructing the Ravana Effigy Making Craft of Tatarpur, Delhi and meeting the Ravanwalas

A line of effigies shaped in bamboo in the form of humongous heads, giant mustaches, and fearsome eyes, lie around on an open road. Some are ready to be painted, some are getting their finishing touches, while others are all decked up to be assembled. Besides the heads are huge structures of limbs and torsos that range from a few feet to about three or four storeys high. These effigy parts lying around are of the mythical demon king of Lanka, ‘Ravana’ in Hindu mythology. And the place we are describing is popularly known as the “Lanka of Delhi'', ‘Tatarpur’.

Why you should rent a car for a road trip in Oahu, Hawaii

Oahu is the third largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago and home to some of the most beautiful beaches, lush forests, and volcanic landscapes in the world. It's a place where ancient culture meets modern-day luxury, where visitors can experience authentic Hawaiian traditions and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the island. Oahu offers something for everyone, whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a little bit of both. So pack your bags, rent a car, and get ready to experience the magic of Oahu, Hawaii.

There is NO Planet B.

CULTURE

How can a Travel Blogger Reinvent Content during the Age of Coronavirus?

Amid this chaotic age of coronavirus, is also the "travel blogger" who will face halts in travel plans and will have to relook at content differently. No more can you run a blog on itineraries published post travel; be on the road for sponsored trips; and earn through collaborations without travel. It is obvious that generating content will slow down too. But on the brighter side, as a community we ask, can we finally reinvent through "quality over quantity"?

FASHION

Sustainability is NOT Sustainable. So what does it really mean?

Let’s start simple. You thought you packed a bag of old clothes for goodwill. But did you know that “only 20% of what you donated, are actually reused or recycled". The rest 80% that ends up in landfills can sit there for 200-plus years, and as it decomposes, it emits methane - a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon”. That is the sorry state of our sustainable actions today. And in reality, sustainability is NOT really sustainable.

CLIMATE CHANGE

The case of rapidly DYING BEES in the NILGIRIS in INDIA. And how is Amsterdam saving its bees?

The last one year that I lived in Bangalore, I have seen multiple hives of honey bees growing wild on high rise buildings, and then being subsequently destroyed by the maintenance authorities. At first I didn't notice the pattern here, but later when I saw honey bees dying around the college campus too where I work, it suddenly struck me. Honey bees dying in the Nilgiris is not a coincidence. Infact it is an issue we all need to know about and take action on. This post is just an attempt to educate you about the crisis of our honey bees dying in the Nilgiris, and how we can save them studying the successful case of Amsterdam.

CLIMATE CHANGE

HONEY BEES are DYING faster than we imagined. Why should we care?

Honey Bees have been a source of honey, wax and trade for human beings from times immemorial. They are an extremely social and cooperative species of insects that are also our key pollinators. The last one decade has however been challenging for the bees. They are disappearing at an alarming rate and have entered the category of endangered species. Here is everything there is to know about the bee apocalypse and how we can stop it.