July – August 2021 BCATW Buzz

July August 2021 BCATW Buzz Porsche Escape Photo Edward Quan

Edward Quan was on assignment at the Porsche Escape event in Sun Peaks BC this July.

President’s Message

BCATW online education series begins this September with Ruth Kozak’s class “Travel Writing Basics.” Followed by Brian K Smith’s photography class on “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words”… Fact or Fiction? in October. Plus, we have a member only special presentation scheduled with the Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board.

As for membership renewals, we encourage you all to support our association as we move forward into the new normal. As the travel industry re-opens, there will be a demand for journalist coverage and are focused on providing the skills to be a successful travel storyteller.

Please consider renewing your membership and join us this fall online.

Edward Quan

President, BCATW

Membership Renewals

Membership renewals are now open online at BCATW.org. All annual renewals will be extended from 1 year to the end of 2022, register now and you will receive 16 months membership for the price of 1 year.

Members benefits include half price for all online education courses and exclusive industry session with Destination Marketing Organizations for story ideals.

Also, we are waiving the new application fee of $25 for any previous members from 2019 and newer. This offer is valid until December 31, 2021 so don’t wait to take advantage of the bonus 4-month membership today.

BCATW Education Workshops

All of our workshops will be presented by experience professionals who can offer a wealth of knowledge in travel writing, photography, etc. for your career.

Travel Writing Basics with Ruth Kozak

Tuesday September 7, 2021 @ 7 pm.

Members: $10 Non-members: $20

Registration via Meet-up opens next week.

Malaysian Tourism Promotion Board

Thursday, September 9, 2021 @ 11 AM PT.

BCATW members only, free admission.

If anyone has any questions as to membership or the workshops above, do not hesitate to contact Edward Quan at edward@nullstyledrama.com.

Member News

Porsche Escape, Sun Peaks BC

With limited travel options, Edward Quan’s focus this summer has been on the local travel scene. In July, he was on assignment with the Porsche Club of America – Canada West Region magazine. Covering their annual Porsche Escape event in Sun Peaks BC, where his travel adventure within the Thompson Valley and classic Porsches will appear in the fall edition of Timberline magazine.

Industry Member News

Bestway travel

Some of Bestway’s most popular safaris now have 2022 departure dates

Bestway is happy to announce that 2022 departure dates and prices are now available for some of their most popular African safaris! Experience thundering Victoria Falls, one of the biggest waterfalls in the world, famed Chobe National Park, home of the largest elephant population on earth, and much more. Find the full details below:

Botswana Wildlife Breakaway – 15 days in Zimbabwe, Botswana & Namibia – http://bit.ly/2HOgS6M

Great Trans-African Safari – 21-day overland adventure through Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe – http://bit.ly/2GEMZGt

Grand Zimbabwe – 13-day in-depth discovery – http://bit.ly/2RggPsz

Namibia Botswana Safari with Cape Town & Victoria Falls – 21-day overland experience – https://bit.ly/3jv6zbJ

Intimate Botswana & Zimbabwe Encounter – 15-day cultural tour & safari – http://bit.ly/2omnq4S

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