Matador Network is the largest independent travel publisher in the world. They’re looking for freelance travel stories. You can pitch across any of their verticals, but right now, they're keen on:

- “Pitches around sports fandom/travel around sports and sporting events (including F1, golf, tennis, and the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026)”

- “Articles that tie your personal experience with a deeper topic”

- “Reported dives into travel topics that can't be desk reported”

- “Stories around surprising travel trends and ideas”

Rates for stories range from $200 to $300. Articles are typically around 1,100 words. To learn more, refer to this page.