Write for Wayer

Wayer is the cultural journal of Fernwayer, the marketplace for curated travel experiences that empowers independent travelers to make memories by connecting with local experience makers around the globe.

Our mission at Wayer is to guide and inspire high-end, organize-your-own travelers through content that is authentic, engaging, and insightful. We are always on the lookout for new writers to contribute to our journal by sharing engaging stories that will surprise and fascinate our readers.

Wayer publishes long-form articles that connect readers to destinations by providing in-depth information and a strong sense of place. We especially value local voices, unexpected viewpoints, and first-person accounts.

What we are looking for

We are currently seeking insightful thoughtful, analytical, and descriptive narratives about travel, culture, arts, food, and social impact-focused experiences on the following destinations:

Our audience consists of independent, high-end travelers who approach the world with open minds, deep curiosity, and a desire to support cultures and communities. They enrich their journeys by uncovering the hidden facets of destinations and celebrating the distinctiveness of each culture. As discerning global citizens with a keen interest in unique experiences, they are frequent travelers who value content that broadens their horizons.

Our articles are both contextual and inspirational, encouraging readers to explore destinations firsthand. We aim to provide insights that deepen their understanding of a place while offering practical information.

We seek authentic, witty, and engaging voices that can captivate travelers, whether they're visiting a destination for the first time or rediscovering it. We aim to deliver narratives that reveal the unexpected and inspire deeper connections with the world.

Examples of articles we are looking for:

1. Arancino or Arancina? Sicily’s battle over the gender of its rice ball

2. Diving into the handmade in Spain

3. Journey to Utrera, the cradle of Flamenco

4. Standing tall: Catalonia’s human towers between community spirit and invented traditions

5. A journey to the heart of Amazigh traditions

What we are NOT looking for:

Topics that are too broad and lack specificity | Opinion pieces discussing news | Marketing or PR pitches | Personal travelogues without deep research

Terms and conditions

Articles should range between 1500 and 2000 words.

We pay 300-400 USD per article.

If your pitch is accepted we require all rights to the article.

All content should be original. We will not publish stories that have already appeared elsewhere.

How to pitch to Wayer

We are currently only accepting pitches related to the destinations and interest areas listed above. Pitches referring to other parts of the world will not be considered for publication. We update the list every month.

To pitch, submit your idea to editor@fernwayer.com with a title and an outline of your article, explaining why you think this is suitable for Wayer. Briefly present your relationship to the place you are planning to cover.

Include a short bio and a link to your portfolio in your pitch. If you have original photos to include in your article, share a few examples and if you are planning to interview someone give a brief overview of your potential sources.

Due to the amount of pitches we receive we are unable to respond to all writers. We aim to respond to successful pitches within two weeks.