Welcome

Developing Your Story

Creating Your Vision

Publishing & Monetization

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Frank Michael Smith

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Good storytelling outperforms any trend, any piece of gear, and any “attention hack”. In this course, entrepreneur and filmmaker Frank Michael Smith teaches you what he’s learned from making over 1000 short form stories that have had over 2 billion views and have earned me more than 3 million followers.

This course teaches you the basics of good story structure, how to find good ideas, and how to research and write for short form. Frank shares his workflow for shooting and editing, and best practices around publishing and monetization. You’ll learn how to analyze and learn from your wins and losses, and how to set yourself up to keep creating for the long-term.

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Learn how to tell a good story through video to grow your skills and your audience.

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Short-Form Storytelling

US English

Overview of European Trains

Booking, Boarding and Etiquette

Special Trains and Route Options

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Paul Lucas

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Europe is one of the most accessible continents in the world, and there’s no better way to explore it than by rail. Focusing on Central and Western Europe, railway expert Paul Lucas (AKA Wingin’ it With Paul) takes you on a journey through Paris, Frankfurt, and Zurich to demonstrate how to plan and prepare for your dream train adventure. Discover how trains reshaped the landscape of the European continent forever, and the ins and outs of the modern railway system—from the booking process and how to save on tickets and passes, to practical tips and overviews of the top scenic and night train journeys. With this guide, Paul aims to empower you with the tools and knowledge to tailor-make your ideal itinerary … even if that’s on the midnight train going anywhere.


Railway expert Paul Lucas (Wingin’ It with Paul) takes you on a journey through Paris, Frankfurt, and Zurich to plan and prepare for your dream train adventure.

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Europe by Train

Introduction

How to Find the Northern Lights

Taking Photos of the Northern Lights

Filming video of the Northern Lights

Goodbye

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Check this one off your bucket list! Learn from landscape filmmaker and photographer, Agnius Narkevičius, as he takes you to Norway to chase the Northern Lights. Along the way, Agnius shares insight from his own experiences photographing and filming this beautiful, natural phenomenon. With the help of an aurora expert, he'll guide you through what causes auroras and share advice from a northern lights tour guide about how you can forecast the auroras. For the keen shutterbugs, Agnius shares how to take great photos and videos of the auroras, using various camera settings and editing techniques to amplify the final result. By the end of this course, you’ll be empowered with the tools and knowledge you need to find and capture the northern lights for yourself!

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A complete guide to forecasting the auroras and capturing photos and videos of the northern lights.

Northern Lights Course Guide

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How to Catch the Northern Lights

Orientation

Getting Around

Food & Drink

Culture

Dive Deeper

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Johnny & Iz Harris

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Join filmmakers Johnny and Iz Harris as they guide you on your trip to Tokyo. Learn everything from the history of how the city has evolved, to how to get around using trains and other forms of transportation, to the cultural aspects of the city from religion to robots. We're your friends who've been there and can tell you how to make the most out of your trip to Tokyo. Join us!

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Learn how to visit the most populous city on Earth

Tokyo Demystified PDF Guide

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Experience Tokyo

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Introduction 

Learn The Map

Before You Go

Things To Do

Zion Packing List

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Stephanie Eastman

Zion National Park, an oasis hidden in a stunningly steep canyon, is one of the USA’s most dramatic and beautiful landscapes. Join national parks enthusiast Stephanie Eastman on a journey through Zion to learn about its history, geography, and how to get the most out of its trails and activities. From archaeological sites to getting waist-deep in the Virgin River, this guide will cover the key things you need to know to plan and prepare for a trip to Zion National Park.

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Join national parks enthusiast Stephanie Eastman on a journey through Zion and understand what makes this rocky paradise so special.

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Zion National Park

English

Foundations of Travel Journalism

Preparations

On Assignment

Writing Up & Promotion

Ash concludes this course with a few final words of encouragement and a reminder to check out the course resources linked below.

Conclusion

Travel Journalism What to Blog About

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Ash Bhardwaj

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Learn what it takes to be a successful travel journalist from award-winning journalist and broadcaster, Ash Bhardwaj. In this course, Ash condenses his years of experience writing, reporting, and producing content from around the world into a step-by-step process that outlines how to get started in the industry. From building up a portfolio to networking with industry professionals, to pitching editors and sharpening your writing and storytelling skills, Ash Bhardwaj shares how he successfully finds work as a freelance travel journalist, which includes his most effective pitching and writing techniques, along with his favorite resources to go for inspiration and further learning. If you’re ready to combine a passion for travel with a career in journalism, this course offers the lessons and resources to help you get started in the industry today.

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Learn how to pitch, network, write, and promote your work like a travel journalist.

Travel Journalism Course Guide

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Kickstarting Your Adventure 

Core Sailing Knowledge

Safety & Seamanship 

Boat Design & Purchase

Equipment & Resource Management 

Sailing the World Gear Guide

Risk Management Checklist

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Ryan and Sophie

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Start learning everything you need to know to set sail and explore a life of adventures at sea! Part 1 of this course explores the first two pillars of Ryan and Sophie’s guide to becoming a full-time sailor. Learn how to get into sailing with the necessary terms, concepts, and skills you’ll need to survive on board. Go through the full anatomy of a sailboat, types of sails, basic sailing maneuvers, knots and line work, and explore what is actually happening above and below the water when you sail. Develop a core knowledge base of safety and seamanship concepts. Then, get a breakdown of the different types of sailboats available by size, price, and style and determine what equipment you’ll want with you on board. By the end of Part 1, you’ll have the tools and confidence necessary to fast-track your sailing dreams. And you’ll be ready to start tackling part 2 of the sailing journey: destination research and passage planning (which will be available for purchase in 2023)!

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Learn the foundational knowledge needed to get started in sailing.

Sailing the Seas Part 1 (2)

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Choosing a boat important considerations

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Sailing Part 1: Getting Started

(1905) Berlin

Berlin's Map Explained

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Berlin, an Overview

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Berlin's Neighborhoods

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On the Ground

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Things to do in Berlin

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Food in Berlin

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Explore the central European city of Berlin, Germany, with content creator Elissa of Alemanizando. In this guide, Elissa shares her expertise on the rich culture of Germany’s capital city as well as its unique history of war and political divide. Get an overview of Berlin’s map and neighborhoods and a look into its most popular landmarks, like the Brandenburg Gates, the Berlin Wall, and more. Then, discover the many incredible food options available throughout the city, like the doner kebab, currywurst, and beer. Elissa uses her experience living in Berlin for over a decade to cover everything you need to know to plan a trip and enjoy your time taking in the city’s electric energy. 

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Learn to appreciate and experience Berlin with confidence.

Berlin Guide

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Berlin

Negotiating the Trip

The Booking Process

Packing Considerations

The Experience on the Ground

Reflecting on the Experience

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Josh Barinstein

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Going on a trip with someone—whether a partner, family member, friend, or another special person in your life—can be an exciting experience filled with lifelong memories. However, to avoid unnecessary headaches and maximize a great time together, there needs to be a good plan in place that fuels the whole adventure from the start.
Content creator and experienced traveler Josh Barinstein from Beneath the Surface walks you through the process of mindfully and collaboratively planning a trip with someone else, from the early stages of selecting the right travel companion and finding the perfect destination to all the research and bookings that ensue, all the way to the actual on-the-ground experience and reflection that follows.
There’s a lot more than meets the eye when you travel as a duo, especially when you consider how much can and does go wrong without solid planning!
So if you're looking for a real bonding experience between you and your travel partner, no matter the length of your trip, then this class is for you.
By the end of this course, you'll be armed with an arsenal of information and helpful tips on how to maximize your preparation and how to navigate the waters once you’re out traveling with your companion. Ultimately avoiding unwanted hiccups and walking away having had that amazing experience together that you both envision.
So if you’re ready for an unforgettable adventure, let’s get started!

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Collaborative Trip Planning

Finding Art

Observing and Experiencing Art

Evaluating Art

Talking About Art

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Join art curator, educator, and host of the PBS series The Art Assignment, Sarah Urist Green, as she shares her secrets to interacting with art like a pro. Learn how to find, talk about, and document art as well as how to make art have meaning for you. Then, incorporate all your senses into the experience and explore various methods, techniques, and even games designed to help you demystify art, wherever you encounter it. You don’t need formal education or fancy lingo to appreciate art, and by the end of this course, you’ll have the tools you need to tackle any art-viewing experience with comfort and confidence! 

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Discover a whole new way to engage with and experience art, wherever you go

Appreciate Art Course Guide

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How to Appreciate Art

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Road Trip Basics

First Stretch

Second Stretch and Third Stretch

Fourth Stretch and Fifth Stretch

Course host Bernardo shares his final thoughts on his Morocco Road Trip and invites you to connect with us on social media to share your experience. Drive Safe!

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Join traveler and filmmaker Bernardo Bacalhau on a journey through Morocco, as he highlights many of its most popular places, like Marrakesh, Chefchaouen (the famous blue city), and the Sahara Desert. In addition to giving you a better understanding of Morocco’s culture and terrain, this course will teach you everything you need to know to stay safe and tailor a Moroccan road trip to your liking.  By the end of this course, you’ll be prepared to explore all Morocco has to offer, armed with practical travel skills and a deeper understanding and appreciation for the cities and sites you’ll see along the way.

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A practical guide to exploring the country of Morocco by car

Course Guide

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How to Road Trip Morocco 

French Cheese Explained

Region by Region

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Marie Brière

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It’s no secret that French cheese is delicious, but there is so much more to understanding and appreciating it than meets the eye (or mouth). This course will take you on a tasty journey back to the origins of different types of cheese, from the culture of French cheese to the 7 step process of cheesemaking. Marie Briere, a French journalist and cheese lover, takes us through several regions of France to demystify Brie, Le Petit Suisse, Munster, Comté, Cancoillotte, Blue Cheese, and Goat Cheese.  She explores the history of cheese, how cheese is made, as well as what you should look for on a label at the grocery store. The seven types of cheeses focused on in this course all come from different regions of France, and Marie demonstrates how the diversity of the country’s many cheese options is a result of the unique geographic properties of the region where they originate. Marie’s aim is to empower you with the knowledge to explore this world in its entirety and if you take this course, you will have a much deeper, richer connection with cheese (you can't even imagine!).

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A geographical and historical dive into French cheese—learn how your favorite French cheeses are made and the unique stories behind each one.

The Whole Fromage Book

Cheese Knives Set

Cheeseboard and Cheese Knives Set

Paris Cheesemaking Workshop

French Cheese Tasting Experience in a Local Fromagerie

Paris Cheese and Wine Tasting in a Cheese Cellar

Bordeaux Cheese & Wine Tasting Experience

The Visual Guide to More Than 350 Cheeses from Every Region of France

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Choosing a Van

Planning Your Trip

The Vanlife Lifestyle

Additional Pro Tips

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The Van Life lifestyle offers you the ultimate possible freedom: you can have a home or vacation rental that can go almost anywhere.  In this course, Raya and Louis share everything that they’ve learned from years of living in many different types of homes on wheels. With lessons on everything from choosing a van through to the realities of van life travel, and more advanced tips like off-roading, this course offers an ultimate overview of everything you need to think about before starting your van life experience. You will also hear about Raya and Louis’ successes and failures, and why they’ve chosen to spend the past few years living out of different vehicles. By the end of this course, you will be armed with the confidence and practical tips to turn your dreams of traveling in a van into a reality. 

Learn everything you need to know to take your life on the road

Van Life: A Practical Guide 

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How to Appreciate Art

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French Cheese, Mapped

Van Life: A Practical Guide

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How to Get Paid To Travel

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How It Became Paris

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The Ultimate Guide to Filipino Food

Solo Travel, Explained

Cape Town, Demystified

Camera Fundamentals

Costa Rica, Demystified

The Ultimate Language Learning Guide

How to Plan Your London Trip

How to Vlog

The Art of Mindful Journaling

How to Travel with Kids

Southern Iceland Road Trip

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London's Transportation, Explained

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How to Document Your Trip

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