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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Sep 11, 2026

Halfway through the course of his life he awoke in a dark wood wandering, for the straight path was lost. He looked back, then forward into the woods. "Fuck it," he said. "I've rolled the hard six before," and walked…

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: Alex Strohl's newsletter publishes essays on photography, travel, and technology, blending personal anecdotes with industry analysis. The content mixes feature stories on equipment and retreats with broader cultural…

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Bite The Apple publishes curated travel guides, weekend event listings, and personal travel stories across destinations including New York City, South Africa, Washington DC, Paris, and Ireland. The publication targets…

Likely audience: foodies

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

The adventures, insights, and travel tips of a gay nomad couple exploring the world. A "Substack Featured" Newsletter. Also featured on CBS Sunday Morning, NPR, and CNN.

Likely audience: travel enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

Stories, observations, and obsessions from me, New York Times-bestselling author and pie baker, Joyce Maynard

Likely audience: Book authors and publishers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

Notes on life, observation, and photography beyond the frame, from Japan.

Likely audience: photography enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Jun 25, 2026

essays on embodiment, erotics & a life in skin.

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: AskMOTT is a photography-focused publication by Justin Mott that publishes practical guides on commercial, travel, and street photography alongside business insights and mentorship advice. It serves professional…

Likely audience: creative professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Onwards and Sideways! publishes a mix of personal essays, travel reviews, and pop culture interviews featuring authors like Sophia Money-Coutts and Cleo. The content covers diverse topics including museum exhibitions…

Likely audience: podcast listeners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

A bi-monthly newsletter with travel insider intel from Jessica Nabongo, the first black woman to have traveled to every country in the world

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

From recent posts: Fireside publishes personal essays, travel stories, and seasonal recipes centered on mindfulness, gardening, and holiday traditions. The publication targets readers interested in lifestyle, cooking, and reflective…

Likely audience: Home bakers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: Artists and crafters

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 26 days ago

Tweewekelijkse nieuwsbrief met recepten en tips voor wie creatiever wil worden met restjes en betaalbare ingrediënten. Afgewisseld met achtergrond over (Aziatische) eetclultuur, reis- & restauranttips en al mijn…

Likely audience: budget-conscious cooks

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

Likely audience: readers of literary personal essays

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago

From recent posts: De la sat publishes articles on rural life, conservation, and travel in Romania, including features on hiking, historical architecture, community gardening, and local agriculture. The publication targets readers…

Likely audience: hikers and outdoor enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: Vamp with Stephanie Wood publishes personal essays on travel, social trends, and lifestyle topics, featuring reflective narratives on digital detox, food culture, and hosting. The publication mixes individual anecdotes…

Likely audience: Digital nomads

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: The Spain Dispatch publishes personal travel essays and reflective letters from the author's visits to Spain and Portugal, focusing on themes like van life, digital detox, and national parks.

Likely audience: Digital nomads

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 56 days ago

O mundo em doses de histórias da Rota da Seda: de Portugal a China por terra. Quando menos esperar, um Cartão Postal no seu email. Escrito por Lanna Sanches📮✉️

Likely audience: Travel writers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

Punk whisperer.

Likely audience: Book readers and authors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: The Story Road publishes serialized travel essays and reflective lifestyle pieces focused on van life, mental health, and career transitions, blending personal narratives with practical advice on storytelling techniques.

Likely audience: Travel writers and storytellers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

I can't draw fast enough for hot takes.

Likely audience: Design students

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

From recent posts: leafwind publishes personal essays on career resilience in the AI era, travel writing about Japan, and practical observations on secondhand furniture and shipping. It is written for readers interested in first-person…

Likely audience: software engineers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: Acquired Taste publishes a mix of personal essays, curated gift guides, and lifestyle advice covering topics like travel, sleep hygiene, and home decor. The publication targets readers seeking thoughtful recommendations…

Likely audience: Independent writers and bloggers

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Substacklast post Aug 12, 2026

Go wherever, and go all the way.

Likely audience: writers

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