Join BATW

• We encourage widely published working travel writers and photographers to apply for Active membership.
• We invite applications for Provisional membership from individuals committed to becoming published travel journalists.
• We welcome applications from professionals in the travel, tourism and hospitality industry to join BATW as Associate members.
• Emeritus membership is granted to long-time members, as earned.

BATW is a professional peer-reviewed organization and also considers exceptional cases on merit for membership.

All Members are required to submit an annual renewal membership application package by October 1 demonstrating that they continue to meet the membership requirements. The yearly membership runs from January 1 of each year.

More information and answers to frequently asked questions are on the FAQ page.

If you aren’t already a BATW member, we hope you’ll consider joining!