Hello, and thank you for visiting Lannie’s Food and Travel! You’re here because you’re wondering if it makes sense for us to collaborate. So, read on, and see if there is a fit between me and my readers, and you!
As a world traveler, photographer, and travel blogger, I love sharing experiences with the world.
I started my travel blog in January 2018 while I was traveling in between jobs. In its three years, my blog’s traffic has increased organically… well, before the pandemic that is.
THE NUMBER OF USERS TO MY BLOG DURING:
- 2018: 1,951 users
- 2019: 8,554 users (+338% organic growth)
- 2020: 7,642 users (-10.5% pandemic decline)
- 2021 (Jan – June): 5,770 users
COUNTRIES MY READERS ARE FROM (2021):
- United States: 39%
- United Kingdom: 25%
- Mexico: 3%
- Canada: 3%
- Singapore: 3%
MOST POPULAR POSTS:
(Overall, as of 30 June 2021)
- Pujol’s Taco Omakase – 9,244 views (22%) – a review of Pujol (No. 12 on the World’s Best Restaurants List) and their decadent 8-course taco tasting, based in Mexico City, Mexico.
- Introducing the Cook Islands, through its food – 3,318 views (7.8%) – an introduction to the foods of the Cook Islands.
- Day Trip to Mitla from Oaxaca – 940 views (2.2%) – suggested itinerary for a day trip in Mexico, covering history, culture, nature, and the famous barbacoa market.
- Daytripping to Plitvice Lakes National Park – 653 views (1.5%) – suggested itinerary for a stunning day trip full of hiking and waterfalls, from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia.
HIGH PERFORMING RECENT POSTS (1 year or less)
(Published between, 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021)
- The Search for Rob Roy’s Cave – 1,163 views (5.63%) – An adventure, local to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, searching for the cave where outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor’s hid during his years on the run. Significant local travel interest from Scotland.
- Puffins with Distinct.Scotland – 1,043 views (5.0%) – A photography tour on the west coast of Scotland with a Glasgow-based photographer. From Glen Coe to puffins in the Treshnish Isles.
- Ministry of Crab Review: 810 views (3.92%) – A review of my dinner at the Ministry of Crab – Sri Lanka’s crab authority. Ranked as Sri Lanka’s Best Restaurant and one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants.
- Visit Islay for the Scotch, Stay for Everything Else – 729 views (3.52%) – Introducing my new home, the Isle of Islay – Scotland’s whisky island. Marvel at its natural beauty and enjoy it with a peaty dram of whisky.
MOST POPULAR COUNTRIES:
(Overall, as of 1 June 2020)
- Mexico – 27%
- Scotland – 14%
- Cook Islands – 11%
- Croatia – 4%
My readers appear to be very interested in countries where I’ve written about its food culture. These places are not heavily saturated with tourists, just yet. My readers appreciate places that not everyone goes to.
SOCIAL MEDIA
I am active with the travel communities on Twitter and Instagram. I also co-host #TravelBlogTuesday, a weekly Twitter chat in the travel blogging and vlogging community. When I travel, my Instagram stories are prolific and share my experiences with the viewer.
INSTAGRAM: 1,736 FOLLOWERS
(updated 29 March 2021)
- United States: 43%
- Chicago 3%, San Diego 2%, New York 2%
- United Kingdom: 12%
- London 2%
- Canada: 5%
- Australia: 3%
- India: 2%
Age Range:
- 18 – 24: 5%
- 25 – 34: 37%
- 35 – 44: 38%
- 45 – 54: 12%
- 55 – 64: 6%
- 65+: 2%
Gender: 62% women, 38% men
TWITTER: 4,142 FOLLOWERS
(updated 9 July 2021)
Camera Equipment
I love to document my travels through a combination of photography and videography. Landscape and astrophotography are my favorite, with portraits and food shots coming in at a close second. Below is the list of the equipment I regularly use.
Canon EOS Rebel T1i
- Rokinon 14mm F2.8 lens
- Canon 50mm F1.8 lens
- Canon 18-55mm F3.5-F5.6 lens
- Sigma 150-600mm F5-F6.3 lens
DJI Mavic Mini Photography Drone
DBPOWER N6 4K Touchscreen Action Camera, with 170° Wide-Angle Lens
The above photo was taken on August 21, 2017, in Columbia, South Carolina, during totality of the “Great American Eclipse”. Prior to this, I had never attempted anything “fancy” with my camera. So happy to have witnessed a total solar eclipse!
Current search for Collaborators
My blog has matured after three years, and I’ve gotten to know my readers quite well. Therefore, I am currelty interested in seeking collaborations that may interest my audience. Specifically, I am looking for collaborations with:
- local tourism agencies, for unique “off the beaten path” destinations, looking to increase their visibility to open-minded travelers;
- tour companies that promote local businesses, food or culture, especially eco-friendly or companies that promote sustainable tourism;
- whisky distilleries with a good story and strong connection to its community for tastings, events or food pairings;
- companies whose products promote sustainability, healthy living, or outdoor activities;
- boutique hotels, or the following hotel brand families (Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton + Hilton Grand Vacations);
- local restaurants, breweries, or distilleries, which highlight local or country specific cuisine, craft beers, or alcohols. Preferences with those who are “farm to table”, or use local (within 25 miles) ingredients, or have eco-friendly aspects of their operations.
Examples of collaborations can include:
- social media posting: Instagram stories and posts, Twitter tweets;
- blog posts;
- reviews: products, restaurants, hotels;
- giveaways of your products.
If your company fits the above description and you are looking for additional exposure to a new audience, send me a note using the contact form below! This could be the beginning of a wonderful and exciting relationship!
Let’s discuss a collaboration!
