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Like a 4×4 buried to its axles in mud, often in-house marketing gets stuck. Lots of effort, plenty of noise, but no forward movement. The wheels keep spinning, yet traction is gone. What’s needed isn’t more throttle, but a proper recovery. That’s where Travel & Things can help. I bring fresh perspective and confident storytelling that cuts through the sludge, lifts the brand back onto firm ground and gets it moving with purpose again. Once out of the mire,you will feel a renewed momentum and a marketing direction built to carry your brand powerfully into 2026 and beyond.

 

 

 

In an industry where beautiful images are everywhere, words are what make a property memorable. David Batzofin understands this better than most. An award-winning travel writer, broadcaster and storyteller, David brings decades of experience in theatre, radio and print to every piece he writes — crafting narratives that don’t just describe a place, but make readers feel what it’s like to be there.

What David often fails to mention is that he has a Marketing Diploma, so he understands his clients’ needs and will put them front and centre.

 

 

 

Through his acclaimed travel blog Travel & Things, and his commissioned work for lodges and guest houses across Southern Africa, David specialises in immersive, emotive storytelling that captures atmosphere, personality and soul. His writing doesn’t read like marketing copy; it reads like a lived experience — the kind that builds trust, inspires bookings and keeps properties top of mind long after the page is closed.

 

 

With 25 years of radio presenting skills as a talk show host, David offers his clients the opportunity to be interviewed on this YouTube platform.

Those who have been guests describe his style as empathetic and caring.

Want to know who his guests have been? Use this link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC388F-0Eg2f8DQmd9hmMXzA

 

 

 

For hospitality brands looking to stand out in a crowded market, David Batzofin offers more than words — he offers connection, credibility and story-driven impact.

 

 

 

 

Want to find out more? Email David at [email protected]

 

 

 

Travel & Things is the proud winner of these prestigious awards from the digital British lifestyle magazine Luxlife.

The awards are in the categories:

Best Travel & Experiences Blog 2024 – South Africa

Best African Game Reserves & Lodges Travel Review Site 2025.

Best African Resorts and Retreats Award 2025.

 

 

Looking for something to read? Click the logo above to visit the Off the Shelf YouTube channel for interesting, up-to-date interviews and book reviews.

 

 

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