Accidental Travel Writer – Press Kit

Hi! My name is Michael Taylor, I live in Hong Kong, and I’m a self-described Accidental Travel Writer.

I’m a life-long aviation buff, a helpless foodie, a committed oenophile, and an enthusiastic swimmer, cyclist, and Muay Thai practitioner.

How did I become a travel writer? It wasn’t a planned career move. It just happened – by accident. That’s why I call myself the Accidental Travel Writer.

Look over my shoulder as I explore Hong Kong, wander the world, and root for my favourite teams!

About My Blog

The Accidental Travel Writer is a global travel blog with an Asian accent.

My niche is luxury travel. I focus on East and Southeast Asia and the United Statesl

Published an average of three times a week, my blog chronicles my personal travel experiences when I am on the road. When I am not traveling, I focus on what’s happening in Hong Kong.

I review hotels, food and beverage outlets, sports bars, day spas, business class lounges, sightseeing attractions –  the list goes on.

My Bio

I have had more than 35 years of experience in publishing and have either worked full-time at, contributed to, or been featured in a variety of media, from Newsweek, the South China Morning Post, and the Hongkong Standard to Prestige Hong Kong, The Peak, TVB, and Business Traveller Asia Pacific. The list does on.

I have focused on travel writing for the last 20 years and launched my blog, the Accidental Travel Writer, in 2010.

English is my native tongue. I also speak Mandarin, read and write Chinese, and am proficient in Portuguese.

I was born in Oakland, California. I have also lived in Honolulu, Taipei, New York City, San Francisco, and Macau.  I have spent most of my so-called adult life in Hong Kong.

I have a Master’s Degree in English from San Francisco State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese Studies from California State University at Eastbay (formerly Hayward).

My Key Stats

Traffic fluctuates. Some of my most popular posts have attracted thousands of hits! I am also active on social media.