Asha Singh: Living the Dream as a Paid Travel Blogger
Travel blogger and lifestyle content creator, Asha Singh, hailing from the South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, is turning her dream into reality by getting paid to travel the world.
Currently based in Johannesburg, Singh balances her digital marketing job with her passion for exploration.
Embracing the Dream: Singh, renowned for her travel content on TikTok, Instagram, and her blog, expresses gratitude for the unexpected opportunities that blogging has brought her. “Getting paid to travel? That’s a literal dream I’ve been getting to live out,” she joyfully shares.
Balancing Act: While Singh works in digital marketing during the day, she dedicates her free time to travel, inspiring her followers to step out of their comfort zones. Her journey began in 2017 when she started her blog, initially meant as a writing portfolio for a potential career in journalism.
Overcoming Challenges: Despite the glamorous facade, Singh acknowledges the challenges in the industry, citing self-doubt as a significant hurdle. The ease of falling into imposter syndrome is something she openly discusses, recognizing the importance of pushing past those moments of doubt.
Admiration for Fellow Creators: Singh expresses admiration for seasoned content creators in South Africa’s travel space, mentioning influencers like @wanderwithiana, @thobi_rose, and @gophari. She acknowledges the wealth of talent in the country and the opportunities the internet provides to showcase it globally.
Favorite Destinations: Having explored both local and international destinations, Singh’s highlights this year include the Garden Route and Victoria Falls. She praises the uniqueness of South Africa’s landscapes, emphasizing the diverse experiences the country offers, from mountains and sea to desert and city life.
Encouraging Local Exploration: Singh advocates for exploring South Africa, emphasizing its diversity and the absence of challenges often associated with international travel, such as language barriers, visas, cultural differences, and currency exchanges. She sees the country as an excellent starting point for those bitten by the travel bug.
Words of Wisdom: Offering advice to aspiring content creators, Singh emphasizes the essence of storytelling in content creation. She encourages creators to reflect on the unique stories they can tell and urges them to find the right medium to share those stories.
Re-reported from the article originally published in The IOL News
