Esther Megan, you took the words right out of my mouth on so many points. I too was bflafed by some of the comments from other bloggers at the conference. Lewis, please know that not all travel bloggers are of the same mindset, even if some of us are more vocal than others. That we are such an un-homogenous group makes your job harder, but I think you've taken a big step in the right direction with this call to action. Don't worry about pleasing all the bloggers; worry about building meaningful working relationships with those whose goals match up well with those of you and your clients. I'm enjoying the conversation.

Aluguvel Hi ya, I'm a newebie to this blniggog stuff But, I've just recently setup my own blog, and I really like your site. I located it while looking for interesting articles on google. I'm going to add it to my favorites to view future posts. You can take a look at my blog at to see what y'all think.

Nathan great food for thought,thx ! I treval to Viet Nam often,fantastic photo life.Thanks for posting. I want to make money like you do.Great pics.

Sano Raxit: Absolutely, it does take a fair bit of self-convincing and to pave your own path@Paras: I think vision and wonkirg smart, with flexibility is what i'd define as the key elements not luck. Tell me one guy who's been lucky and made it big? I cant think of too many.Swaroop and a fan: Unfortunately so. Lets hope things change.Follower: Glad it makes a difference.Ashish: There are a whole lot of logistical ground work one needs to do and be prepared to toil for a lot longer. Lets start with the basics first Lux: It shows that you've been through it mate. Glad to see you here.

Srinith Hi Dana- feel free to come by and meet up when you are in Phnom Penh. Id be happy to show you around as I am lviing here for six months! sounds like you have quite the trip planned- i hope to see some of the same places but perhaps not all at once! safe travels and check out my blog too!!

Bachir My dear Sylvia,What a wonderful aclrite and so sadly true! We all need to leave our desk and explore the world rather than just see it thru computer screens!Can't wait for the next aclrite.Yonat

Ema YES! Great piece, keep up the terrific work. This is the type of intoamrfion that should gain recognition for it's craft. More writers should learn from you. This is right on the money.

rizky David, thanks so much for leivang a comment and for your initial post. I totally agree with the above. I think the challenge is writing about well loved, good things,but in new, exciting and engaging way. The perspective needs to change not the view.

Onur I like the valuable inootmarifn you provide in your articles. I will bookmark your weblog and check again here frequently. I'm quite sure I'll learn plenty of new stuff right here! Best of luck for the next!

Chin Tatiana I'm around your weghit, and have been loving the new fuel belt. It has 4 8oz bottles, and each bottle area has padding on the inside no rubbing if you get a small. I wear it at waist level, not hip level. A local female ironman recommended it, and I never run a long run without it here in Florida.Dean I started and finished your Ultramarathon Man book in one day can't wait for the new one. Congrats on Badwater!