A city guide in 48 hours

Chapter 2 makes a claim that guidebooks are essential to the tourism process. Taken a step further, Chapter 3 discusses the essential skills and knowledge for a travel journalist creating a travel guidebook such as: find the “hidden,” secret” attractions that “nobody knows.” Bill Addison a National Geographic traveler has offered his version of these valuable guides.

Here’s what’s good about Addison’s post: one, which is reflected within the title of the article, Addison tackles a city in 48 hours. He breaks down the article in sections depicting activities ranging from the historical MLK house, Oakland cemetery, &  historic eateries to contemporary museums, hangouts and restaurants. Two: each day is broken down into morning, afternoon, and evening segments. Each segment is filled with activities that seem to ensure a complete Atlanta experience.

However, the traveler should use this guide much like other travel guides, as a suggestion to how to experience a city such as Atlanta. Three: Addison utilizes journalistic methods in creating this story. The writer includes interviews, observation, and documents and data in his article. In addition, the article is just the right length and it includes history and contemporary aspects of the city. Aspiring journalists can look to this article as an example of writing about your own market. Take a look here.