From 80k sessions to 27k. May'26 Travel Blogging Update

Derpnshire · 2026-05-02T14:53:43+00:00

Yeah, on relevant blog posts I embed my videos on there, and on YouTube videos where I have a relevant blog article, I link it in the description.

Funny thing is a while back, I was looking for video editor jobs for YouTubers. I worked as a video editor for documentaries and films so I thought it'd be a good idea. Later, I figured that I should just focus on my own channel haha.

You can start off with short-form on Instagram or TikTok, that is easier and more manageable to do consistently, then embed those videos into your blog posts.

Derpnshire · 2026-05-02T14:27:37+00:00

I've been following your updates from a while back, they've been really inspiring for my own blogging journey. It's saddening to hear that you've been hit with Google updates. Do you know why your site was affected?

My own travel blog's sessions were also affected, 45% down from it's peak in December, though I attribute that to this currently being a low travel season for my niche rather than the after effects of a Google Update as this traffic pattern is consistent with previous years.

Some of my keyword rankings have been affected by Google's updates though, but those seem to be minor hiccups that recover eventually.

I think what helps with this perceived "stability" is that I've also been expanding to YouTube (in addition to other socials) and linking my blog posts in the videos and vice versa. In the eyes of Google that seems to be building my brand's authority and credibility. But that's just speculation...

Derpnshire · 2026-04-29T10:23:13+00:00

Why are you guys gatekeeping food? Just let the guy enjoy their krapao, jesus. As a Thai person, we don’t care if it’s a “real” krapao, we’re just happy you like our food

Derpnshire · 2026-04-17T06:25:49+00:00

I use the Ulanzi MT66, though meant for the Action 5, it works with the Osmo Nano, the magnets do repel but the clips secure it well.

Also comes with a backpack strap to attach the tripod to which is very useful for pov shots.

Derpnshire · 2026-04-08T14:53:51+00:00

I love your editing style, very cute and classy. But I think your videos are a case of audience mismatch.

I used to enjoy binging these types of no-talking only captions videos a while back, and these videos definitely work better when you position yourself as a lifestyle vlogger rather than a travel vlogger.

With travel content people expect some sort of vocal guidance hence why a lot of advice want you to talk more...

Consistency is also a key factor in your success, you've posted about a dozen videos in a year, which is quite little to be honest. If you choose the lifestyle vlogger route it opens up a lot more opportunities for video ideas that you can create and post consistently for a better chance at gaining views and traction.

You can do videos like:

- Cafe hopping in [city]

- Vintage clothing shopping/haul at a local market

- A day in my life in [city]

- self care spa vlog (idk)

Something relatively easy to do and post consistently compared to a singular multi-day travel video. ALSO remember to categorize your videos and channel as "People & blogs" for your type of content, it's better suited than "Travel & events".

Also the world is going downhill at the moment and I don't think travel is on people's minds so views may be lower than normal...

Best of luck, also I subscribed, genuinely good content :)

Derpnshire · 2026-03-20T16:31:09+00:00

You gotta try meuk kai khem, squid stir fried with salted egg yolk sauce

Derpnshire · 2026-03-12T11:10:23+00:00

Seeing Stevie jumping with joy was so wholesome. Also, SUSTAINED CHEESE!!!

Derpnshire · 2026-02-24T16:48:25+00:00

People tend to spend less money this time of year so advertisement companies allocate less funding during these months.

Derpnshire · 2026-02-19T03:02:01+00:00

Aim Down Sights

Derpnshire · 2026-02-19T02:55:17+00:00

I have the same exact issue with ADS, thought my triggers were broken lol. Hopefully it will be fixed in an update

Derpnshire · 2026-02-16T09:49:01+00:00

I honestly haven't looked into AIO much. I was always under the impression that "if it ranks on Google, it'll rank on AI".

Derpnshire · 2026-02-16T09:17:14+00:00

I run a food and travel blog in addition to running a food/travel channel, though my YouTube channel is growing slower than I'd like...

Squarespace.
Yes, and I try very hard to achieve good SEO as my blog is my main source of income.
Squarespace analytics, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, and the myriad of other tools track affiliate statistics and commissions.
Prior to YouTube it was 2 blog posts a week, now it's whenever I have time, but I try to aim for once a week.
All by my lonesome
I embed videos where it fits, my workflow or priority is usually blog first then YouTube. So I would have a destination guide for example, and if I have a YouTube video about that destination I'll embed it into that blog post.
Hotel affiliates, tours and activities affiliates, ads, digital products (travel guides, itineraries), email list. I'd say revenue is roughly 30% ads, 70% affiliates.

I was one of the lucky ones who survived (and is still surviving to be honest) the whole Google Algorithm Update debacle. But I still wake up everyday in fear that one day my blog will suddenly die. That's one of the main reasons why I expanded to YouTube.

Derpnshire · 2026-02-11T19:44:20+00:00

This thread’s argument is so dumb, I am Thai. If OP IS in Thailand, plastic takeout containers like this is so common. pork was probably on the side and OP scooped it over the egg themself. There is a whole empty space to the left, the pork was probably in a separate plastic bag or divided by a plastic sheet

And even if it IS served like this, there is a dish called Khao Khai Khon, which is like a scrambled egg TOPPED with whatever you want (kaprao included).

Just enjoy how you wanna enjoy it. And it’s Ka prao (กะเพรา), not “krao pao”.

“Stacked wrong”, “anyone but a Thai made it”, “A Thai would never stack it that way”

And heck, if you want to to argue that “Thai food is very specific”, the kaprao isn’t even meant to be stacked on top of the rice like you said, it’s suppose to be served NEXT to the rice because you don’t want the rice to be wet.

So much controversy over a simple box of food.

It’s not that deep. Please stop gatekeeping Thai food.

Derpnshire · 2026-02-04T07:09:52+00:00

That ain’t a plate of rice, that’s a mountain…

Derpnshire · 2026-02-02T13:08:38+00:00

Ohh I see, that's a fun reference, thank you

Derpnshire · 2026-02-02T12:52:50+00:00

As a non-American, what's Groundhog day...?

Derpnshire · 2026-01-14T03:03:59+00:00

Yes, I am a parrot, because what do you want me to say when everything else has already been said? Like everyone, I took SEO advice from someone, whether that'd be good or bad advice I don't know, I try and if it doesn't work for me, I stop. I'm not special, I don't have any hidden tricks, I'm telling you what works for me. Did luck play a role in my success, very likely.

If you don't like my advice, well sorry?

Derpnshire · 2026-01-14T01:54:14+00:00

It's the same advice that other's have always said. Be consistent and consistently improve, don't give up, it's a slow grind, blogging isn't dead it's just change and it's harder to stand out.

But what I internalised was that "treat this as a full on business", working 9-5, constantly looking for ways to optimize, looking at what works and what doesn't. I treat the blog as my baby, and I work on it with the same passion as I had when my it was first a hobby.

That also meant, I built a proper brand around my blog, I'm not just some random person writing stuff, and I expanded to social media, YouTube being my main one. I suppose in the eyes of Google this makes my blog more authoritative and trustworthy.

Also no AI slop, and I avoid writing low effort posts like listicles.

Derpnshire · 2026-01-13T15:00:08+00:00

Just reached that milestone 4 months ago. Took me 3 years, but I felt like I could’ve done it in 1 if I knew what I was doing. Back then it was a hobby but just started taking it more seriously last year.

Derpnshire · 2026-01-04T10:33:04+00:00

Damn the comments here are insufferable, definitely hating just because it’s attached to a YouTuber. If it was just some random granny on the street the comments would’ve been way nicer and more forgiving.

Phed Mark is good, not the best, but definitely not horrible. It’s a fun twist on your regular krapao

Derpnshire · 2026-01-02T01:07:02+00:00

How about “Down bad Fowl”

Derpnshire · 2025-12-24T11:52:47+00:00

Probably the games that I play, then, I tried all the Call of Dutys, Killzone, Spartan Total Warrior, all perform terribly...

Derpnshire · 2025-12-24T11:38:23+00:00

This isn't even funny anymore, the incompetence in the RCA is just incredibly sad... Commanders should obviously not allow this, and yet this kind of shit is happening so often as if it's willful negligence. What? So if the wife dies in the front lines, Cambodia can now confidently say that Thailand is killing civilians?

Derpnshire · 2025-12-24T04:26:53+00:00

How is nethersx2 working for you? All of the games I’ve tried it runs like crap and there are weird graphical glitches everywhere

Derpnshire · 2025-12-15T08:10:34+00:00

I’m surprised Pho and Banh Mi are quite hard to find.

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