8 Travel Blog Income Reports To Inspire You

In this post, we’re diving into 8 real travel blog income reports that show exactly how everyday people, many with no tech background or blogging experience, built profitable blogs from the ground up.

These bloggers didn’t start with fancy tools or insider knowledge. They simply got serious, learned what worked (and what didn’t), and kept going. Now, they’re earning anywhere from a few thousand dollars a month to well over six figures a year — just by sharing their love for travel.

👉 And here’s the best part:
By the end of this post, you’ll not only be inspired — you’ll walk away with practical strategies you can use to grow your own travel blog’s traffic and income from day one.

What we’ve covered in this post

Key success factors among these travel bloggers
8 Travel Blog Income Reports To Inspire You
How you can start a similar blog and make money

Key Success Factors Among These Travel Blogs

Attribute	Why It Works	Examples from Reports
Niche Specialization	Local Adventurer mixes ads (Mediavine), affiliates, and sponsorships	Travel Mexico Solo (solo female travel), Two Wandering Soles (eco-travel)
Diverse Income Streams	Stability against algorithm changes	Local Adventurer mixes ads (Mediavine), affiliates, sponsorships
Visual Storytelling	Higher engagement on social/Pinterest	Kara and Nate combine blogs with YouTube
SEO-Optimized Guides	Long-term organic traffic	Practical Wanderlust ranks for “budget travel itineraries”
Personal Branding	Builds trust and sponsorship value	Helene in Between shares blogging journey openly
Consistent Publishing	Google favors fresh content	Adventure in You has 1,200+ posts
Beginner-Friendly Tips	Attracts new travelers	Fun Life Crisis focuses on “first-timer” guides

4-Step Shortcut to Launch Your Travel Blog

1. Pick Your Angle (5 mins)
Choose: “Travel + Unique Perspective”
Examples:

“Solo Female Travel in Southeast Asia”
“Luxury Travel on a Teacher’s Budget”

2. Setup with HostGator (10 mins)
✅ Get Hosting: HostGator Starter Plan ($2.75/month)
✅ Claim Domain: (e.g., “BudgetSafariMom.com”)
✅ 1-Click WordPress Install

3. Write 3 Essential Posts

“Ultimate [Destination] Guide” (SEO-focused)
“How I Saved $X on [Travel Cost]” (personal story + tips)
“Best [Niche] Gear” (Amazon affiliate links)

4. Monetize Immediately

Day 1: Add affiliate links (Booking.com, Amazon)
Month 1: Apply for Travelpayouts (travel-specific affiliates)
Month 3: Pitch local tourism boards for sponsored trips

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8 Income Reports From Blogs To Inspire You

[1]. Local Adventurer – $302,940

Niche: Travel & Adventure

Overview: This blog, founded by a couple, is all about exploring both local and global destinations with a focus on adventure and experiences. The blog often emphasizes discovering hidden gems within the U.S., especially focusing on national parks and city guides.

Content: City guides, adventure activities, U.S. national parks, local hidden gems, travel tips, and photography advice.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 126,000+
Current number of blog posts – 1,980+

Blogging Income Breakdown in December 2019

[1]. Affiliate Income

Amazon: $351.51
Avantlink: $512.67
Commission Junction: $672.47
Misc (Ebay, Skimlinks, AWin, etc): $504.17

Total: $2,040.82

[2]. Sponsorships

Sponsored Product Posts: $12,268.05

[3]. Display Ads

Mediavine: $7,964.87

Total blogging revenue = $22,273.74.

Local Adventure detailed blog income report

[2]. Kara and Nate – $$98,380.05

Niche: Travel & Vlogging

Overview: Kara and Nate are a couple documenting their global travel adventures through blogs and YouTube videos. They focus on inspiring people to explore the world, sharing tips on travel hacking, destination reviews, and unique travel experiences.

Content: Travel vlogs, travel hacking tips (frequent flyer miles, credit card points), destination guides, and travel itineraries.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 36,000+
Current number of blog posts – 379+

Blogging Income Breakdown for July – September 2019

[1]. Affiliate revenue

Amazon – $1,266.30
Epidemic Sound – $3,960
Creditcards.com – $22,346
Audible – $105
ConvertKit – $71.10
Adobe – $338.89
TubeBuddy – $30.83
TravelCon – $337.12
Wandrd – $187.29

Tota = $28,642.53

[2]. Course Sales – $8,889.00

[3]. Patreon & PayPal – $10,748.52

[4]. Sponsored Content – $50,100

Total blogging revenue = $98,380.05

Kara and Nate detailed blog income report

[3]. Travel Mexico Solo – $23,786/month

Niche: Solo Female Travel in Mexico

Overview: This blog focuses on empowering women to travel solo in Mexico safely and confidently. It provides in-depth travel advice, covering various Mexican destinations, and offers safety tips specifically for solo female travelers.

Content: Solo travel safety tips, destination guides, accommodation and transport advice, and local culture insights.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 60,000
Current number of blog posts – 450+

Blogging Income Breakdown

This blog basically makes money with sporttrader ads, her own products, and affiliates from brands like Viator, Booking.com, Discover, etc.

She made $272,175 in 2022 with the combination of the mentioned methods of monetization.

Travel Mexico Solo Detailed Blog Income Report

[4]. Practical Wanderlust – $22,300

Niche: Budget & Adventure Travel

Overview: Practical Wanderlust is a couple-run blog that offers humorous and practical travel advice with a focus on budget-friendly travel. The blog includes detailed travel itineraries, funny personal anecdotes, and essential tips for backpacking and adventure travel.

Content: Budget travel tips, travel itineraries, backpacking advice, personal travel stories, and destination guides.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 166,000+
Current number of blog posts – 980+

Blogging Income Breakdown for 2017

Advertising: $6,720.14
Affiliate Income (Excluding Amazon): $1,658.91
Amazon Affiliate Income: $2,764.49
Paid Press/FAM Trips: $6,135
Sponsored Posts: $2,725
Social Media Consulting & Courses: $2,450.75

Total blogging revenue: $22,454.49

Practical Wanderlust’s detailed blog income report

[5]. Adventure in You – $25,384.10

Niche: Adventure Travel & Digital Nomadism

Overview: Adventure in You is a travel blog that focuses on inspiring readers to live life to the fullest through adventure. The blog also provides digital nomad advice for working remotely while traveling the world, covering a range of destinations and activities.

Content: Adventure travel guides, destination tips, digital nomad advice, and travel gear reviews.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 160,000+
Current number of blog posts – 1,200+

Blogging Income Breakdown for June 2018

Display Advertising – $4,201.56
Affiliates – $5,343.06
Travel Guides – $456.68
Sponsored Posts and Brand Partnerships – $3,539
Products & Services – $6,150.24
Pitch Like a Pro Templates and Training – $519.56
Fast Lane Pre-Sale & Coaching – $5,174

Total blogging revenue = $25,384.10

Adventure in You’s detailed blog income report

[6]. Two Wandering Soles – $16,389

Niche: Sustainable Travel & Adventure

Overview: This blog, run by a couple, is dedicated to eco-conscious travel and adventure. They focus on responsible travel, unique destinations, and outdoor activities like hiking and camping while offering budget travel tips.

Content: Sustainable travel tips, eco-friendly destination guides, adventure activities, budget travel tips, and volunteering opportunities abroad.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 240,000+
Current number of blog posts – 843+

Blogging Income Breakdown for April 2019

Affiliates: $10,677.21
Advertising: $5,611.84
Sponsored Posts – $100

Total blogging revenue = $16,389

Two Wandering Sole detailed blog income reports.

[7]. Helene in Between – $15,755

Niche: Travel & Blogging Tips

Overview: Helene’s blog blends her passion for travel with actionable blogging and social media advice. She shares personal travel stories, and photography tips, and provides detailed guides for bloggers and influencers.

Content: Travel tips, destination guides, blogging tutorials, social media growth strategies, and personal travel experiences.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 75,000+
Current number of blog posts – 1,785+

Blogging Income Breakdown for October 2017

[1]. Affiliate revenue

Siteground – $1,800
Genius Blogger’s Toolkit – $5,671.25
Other affiliate products = $480

Total = 7,951.25

[2]. Product Sales

Ebook – $1,773.25

[3]. Sponsored work – $5,000

[4]. Advertising

Mediavine – $1,030.68

Total blogging revenue = $15,755.18

“Helene in Between” detailed blog income report

[8]. Fun Life Crisis – $10,354.76

Niche: Adventure Travel & Lifestyle

Overview: Fun Life Crisis is run by a couple passionate about adventurous, off-the-beaten-path travel. Their blog offers travel advice for thrill-seekers, along with practical tips for working remotely and making the most of life on the road.

Content: Adventure travel tips, destination guides, digital nomad advice, photography, and travel itineraries.

Blog’s Insights

Founder –
Monthly Traffic – 30,000+
Current number of blog posts – 1,650+

Blogging Income Breakdown

[1]. Ad revenue – $5,702.06

[2]. Sponsored content – $3,200

[3]. Affiliate revenue

Amazon: $333.05
AvantLink: $78.27
Skimlinks: $115.71
CJ: $185.30
Booking.com: $156.96
Get Your Guide: $7.41

Total = $876.65

Image licensing – $576

Total blogging revenue = $10,354.76

Fun Life Crisis detailed blog income report

The Beginner’s Travel Blog Profit Plan

Start today → First $1,000 in 3-6 months

Phase 1: Niche Down (Day 1)

Pick Your “Money Niche”:

Formula:“Travel for [specific traveler] who wants [unique benefit]”
- Examples:
  - “Solo Female Travel in Southeast Asia”
  - “Luxury Travel on a Teacher’s Budget”
  - “RV Travel With Dogs”

Why? Micro-niches attract loyal readers and sponsors faster than generic “travel tips.”

Phase 2: Launch Fast (Day 2)

1. Domain & Hosting:
✅ Get HostGator Here (Use “Baby Plan” – $2.75/month)
✅ Claim Your Domain: (e.g., “SoloFemaleAsia.com”)

2. Install WordPress + Essential Plugins:

Astra Theme (lightweight for travel blogs)
WP Travel Engine (for itineraries)
Tasty Pins (Pinterest optimization)

3. Set Up Key Pages:

About Me (Emphasize your niche expertise)
Contact (Make it easy for sponsors to reach you)

Phase 3: Publish “Money Content” (Week 1-4)

Post Type 1: “Affiliate Magnet”

Example: “Best Travel Gear for [Your Niche]” (Link to Amazon/Booking.com)
Pro Tip: Use comparison tables (“Budget vs Premium Backpacks”).

Post Type 2: “SEO Traffic Generator”

Example: “2-Week [Destination] Itinerary for [Your Niche]”
Pro Tip: Target long-tail keywords like “solo female Bali itinerary safe.”

Post Type 3: “Sponsor Bait”

Example: “How I Saved $500 on [Activity] in [Destination]”
Why? Shows brands you can showcase budget hacks.

Phase 4: Monetize from Day 1

Months 1-3:

Affiliate Links: Join Travelpayouts (free) for hotels/flights commissions
Sponsored Posts: Pitch local tour companies (offer free coverage for $50 − $200)

Months 4-6: