How Erin Grew Pina Travels to a $3K/Month Responsible Tourism Blog
Who is Erin Hynes?
Erin Hynes, a Canadian travel writer and podcaster, started Pina Travels as a passion project to focus on responsible tourism; she has a background in travel content creation and has explored various continents.
What problem does Pina Travels solve?
Pina Travels helps travelers explore the world more responsibly by offering practical advice for reducing their environmental and social impact.
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How did Erin come up with the idea for Pina Travels?
Erin started Pina Travels after she became curious about the impact of tourism on the planet and local communities. Her travels around the world opened her eyes to the environmental and social issues caused by traditional tourism. Noticing a gap in discussions about responsible travel, she decided to address these concerns through her blog and podcast.
Before diving into this niche, Erin conducted informal research by talking to experts and thought leaders in the tourism sector through her podcast, Curious Tourism. She used these insights to shape her blog content, aiming to educate others on traveling more responsibly. Erin faced challenges, particularly during the pandemic, when travel was restricted, but she persevered by focusing on...
