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Dreaming of traveling the world and writing about it?
If yes, World Nomads has something just for you. The 2-week, all paid writing scholarship! Hone your storytelling skills, learn from an industry pro and go on a real-life assignment in the Balkans.
Well off the trodden European trail, the southeastern destinations of
Croatia, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina and Kosovo are a delight for adventure-seekers and culture enthusiasts alike. The magic of the mountains is found not only in the wondrous landscapes but also in the hospitable people and their deep connections to local tradition.
World Nomads is looking for three aspiring storytellers to travel around this region and write about the natural attractions and cultural charms that they find along the way.
What you can win
Free flights
Receive round-trip airfare from your country of residence to Dubrovnik, Croatia where you will transfer to Herceg Novi, Montenegro.
Travel-writing workshop
Attend an exclusive travel-writing course under the mentorship of New York Times and Outside magazine contributor
Tim Neville.
Balkans trip
Each writer will then embark on their own 10-day trip with €1000 spending money including a free tour courtesy of
The Western Balkans Geotourism Network.
Adventure Apparel
Wander the Balkans in style with $500 USD worth of adventure travel clothing from
ExOfficio.
Train Pass
Plan your adventure with a
Eurail rail pass – your ticket to exploring the Balkans.
Travel Insurance
As always, we’ve got your back. You’ll receive travel insurance for the duration of your trip from
World Nomads.
Write your story
Compose a 2500 character travel story around one of the following themes:
- ‘Making a local connection’
- ‘Out of my comfort zone’
- ‘A place I’ll never forget’
Plan your itinerary
Describe two places that you would like to visit in the Balkans. You could be exploring Macedonia’s national parks, uncovering local cuisine in Bosnia & Herzegovina, studying music and dance in Serbia or walking with the wildlife in Albania.
Complete the application form
In 1500 characters or less describe why you should be the scholarship recipient and what winning this opportunity would mean to you. Your answer will hold considerable weight in the judging process.
Strictly one application per person.
For a full information and to apply, visit
WORLD NOMAD BALKAN SCHOLARSHIP
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