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How to Host Community Events (Like This Halloween Puppy Party)
Learn how to create engaging community events that highlight local businesses and bring people together. City Living Network founder Lindsay DeLong shares tips for planning memorable gatherings like her Halloween Puppy Party, complete with local partnerships, fun themes, and effective promotion strategies.
Getting Press Trips Through Your Blog
Discover how to land press trips through your blog with insider tips from City Living Network. Whether you're a new or experienced blogger, we'll show you how to leverage your blog and brand to connect with top travel opportunities. Read success stories from City Living Network members, and find out how you can start turning your blog into a press trip magnet.
Now Offering One-on-One Consulting Calls for Bloggers
Already have a blog or wanting to DIY it? If you're struggling with your blog's direction or need expert advice to elevate your platform, book a personalized 1-on-1 video session with City Living Network's founder, Lindsay DeLong, and she'll help you craft a game plan, tailored to your needs. You'll receive actionable insights on content strategy, web design, social media, and more.
Building a Lifestyle, Not Just a Business: A Week in the City Living Network
When you join the City Living Network community you're part of an exclusive network that comes with lots of perks. From VIP access at major events to unique press trips and a supportive network of like-minded entrepreneurs, learn how our Editors are building more than just a business — it's a lifestyle.
Should You Pair Your Publication with a Podcast?
Enhance your local publication's appeal by pairing it with a podcast. Offering podcast interviews as part of your advertising package can significantly boost your value to local businesses. Discover how you can easily start your own podcast with our step-by-step guide, available for free when you join the City Living Network.
My Weekend Escape at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Lindsay shares her recent press trip to Las Vegas’ new Fontainebleau. From five-star dining and $400 facials to lounging by the pool and meeting with local influencers, check out the adventures and stunning photos exclusively for LagunaBeachLiving.com.
Barefoot and Beaming: Kama Hagar Launches Maui Makai
From plumeria leis and custom bags to barefoot dancing and heartfelt community, join Kama Hagar as she celebrates the launch of Maui Makai — in what she calls one of her life’s proudest moments.
Unforgettable Aloha: My Press Trip to Maui
Lindsay kills two birds with one stone and does a press trip at the Fairmont Kea Lani while in town for Maui Makai’s launch party. Join her as she eats Spicy Wahine Rolls, swims with turtles, and has a little too much fun at the hotel’s waterslide.
From Dial-Up to Digital: The Story Behind the City Living Network
From humble beginnings on Craigslist to becoming editorial director of a national wellness magazine, learn how Lindsay’s passion for storytelling led to the creation of a nationwide network empowering women to showcase the best of their towns.
How to Become a Travel Blogger
Discover how to become a travel blogger and secure press trips by adding a travel section to your city-specific blog. Follow City Living Network’s step-by-step guide to pitch, create captivating content, and promote your travel adventures.
Start a Blog in 3o Days
Learn how to start a blog in 30 days with this 10-step guide. Choose your niche, pick a domain, build your site, and create high-quality content. Get our expert tips on branding, SEO, and how to go about monetizing your publication.
How to Work From Vacation (Hi From Kauai!)
Discover the freedom of running a digital publication from anywhere! In this article, Lindsay shares her vacation-working from Kauai, balancing work and play amidst tropical chaos. Learn tips on efficient task management, the benefits of automation, and the power of evergreen content. Whether it's a quick 15-minute work burst or creating viral content, Lindsay shows how you can thrive remotely.
Gratitude and Actually Liking Your Life
In this personal reflection, learn how a morning gratitude practice to appreciate the little things — like healthy teeth and the freedom of a flexible job — can lead to a more fulfilling life. As a 7-year cancer survivor, City Living Network’s founder, Lindsay DeLong, shares her insights on breaking free from the 9-to-5 grind, hosting fun events like fancy dog picnics, and creating a career you love to wake up for.
City Living Network Editors Share What’s Hot
With every new publication we launch we ask each Editor to share the seven things she’s vibing on most in her town — from hikes and happy hours to hobbies and inspiring humans. Explore chemical-free living in Wilmington, dance under disco balls in Maui, ride the Newport Beach Ferry, and savor the best Japanese food in Vegas. Our Editors capture the charm, uniqueness, and cool factor of their towns.
Maui Through a Local’s Eye: Kama Hagar
Join Maui Makai’s Editor-in-Chief Kama Hagar as she shares the things giving her the most aloha right now — from Kihei Caffe and Hoomana Spa Maui to disco balls and tomfoolery.
So What Exactly is the City Living Network?
Discover how the City Living Network is revolutionizing local publishing with vibrant, engaging hyperlocal publications. From the sunny beaches of Laguna to the historic streets of Lexington, we create customized websites that capture the unique spirit of each city. Led by Lindsay DeLong, with over 20 years of experience in print and digital publishing, we offer comprehensive support to help you build your dream job.
Accountability Calls and Monthly Challenges
Dive into City Living Network’s April recap on our Monthly Accountability Call. Highlights include innovative outreach strategies, event planning triumphs, and local engagement successes across cities like Maui, Las Vegas, Newport Beach, and more. Learn how our network's collective expertise fuels creative solutions and hyperlocal content creation, inspiring every editor to elevate their publication.
The Value in Domain Names And How to Monetize Them
Discover how the strategic development of City Living Network’s sites, such as Laguna Beach Living, significantly enhances their value beyond the initial domain cost, leading to local partnerships, substantial web traffic, and steady advertising revenue.
I Was Featured in the Profitable and Productive Web Designers Bootcamp
Lindsay is featured at the Profitable and Productive Web Designer’s Bootcamp hosted by Paige Brunton where she shares her journey from journalist to web designer to founder of the City Living Network.
A Coachella Case Study
With 100,000 tourists a day attending Coachella, we dive into the local economy and how tourism boosts interest in local attractions and hyperlocal digital media outlets.