Dehradun Insider is accepting guest posts. If you know Dehradun, Mussoorie, Rishikesh or any corner of Uttarakhand well, we want to publish your story. We are a local guide and travel blog read by people planning trips, weekends, admissions, shopping and nights out in the Doon Valley, so your article reaches readers who are actively looking for local answers.
This page explains everything you need to submit a guest post: the topics we accept, our writing guidelines, link policy and how to pitch. Brands and agencies looking for paid placements can go straight to our Sponsored Post in Dehradun page.
Why Write for Dehradun Insider?
- A local, high-intent audience: readers find us while searching for places, events, food, schools and travel plans in Dehradun and Uttarakhand.
- A niche, relevant site: Dehradun Insider covers only Dehradun and nearby Uttarakhand destinations, so your content sits next to closely related pages.
- Author credit: every accepted article carries your name and a short author bio.
- Long shelf life: our guides are updated and stay live, so your article keeps getting read long after it is published.
- Shared on our channels: good articles are linked from related guides on the site.
Topics We Accept for Guest Posts
We publish practical, experience-based content about Dehradun and Uttarakhand. Pitches in these areas get the fastest response:
- Uttarakhand travel: Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Chakrata, Dhanaulti, Auli, Jim Corbett and Rajaji, itineraries, road trips, treks and budget guides.
- Dehradun local guides: places to visit, hidden spots, weekend plans, markets and things to do.
- Food and cafes: cafe reviews, street food trails, restaurants and new openings.
- Hotels, resorts and homestays: stay guides for Dehradun, Maldevta, Mussoorie and nearby hill stations.
- Events and festivals: what is happening in the city, from Dandiya and Diwali melas to concerts and exhibitions.
- Education: schools, colleges, coaching and admission guides in Dehradun.
- Business and startups: local business stories, co-working spaces and the Dehradun startup scene.
- Lifestyle, health and wellness: yoga, fitness, wellness retreats and living in Dehradun.
- Real estate and relocation: neighbourhood guides and moving to Dehradun.
To get a feel for our style, read a few of our recent guides such as Dandiya Night in Dehradun, Diwali Shopping in Dehradun, Best Resorts in Maldevta and Mall of Dehradun Directory.
Guest Post Guidelines
Please read these guidelines before you send an article. Submissions that do not follow them are declined without review.
- 100% original: the article must be unpublished anywhere else, including your own site. No spun or copied content.
- Length: 1,000 to 2,000 words for guides, 800 words minimum for other topics.
- Local and useful: include real details such as locations, timings, prices, routes or tips that help a reader make a decision.
- First-hand experience: articles based on your own visit, stay or knowledge perform best. Generic or mass-produced AI text is not accepted.
- Formatting: clear H2 and H3 headings, short paragraphs and bullet points where helpful. Send it as a Google Doc or Word file.
- Images: optional. If you send images, they must be yours or royalty-free, at least 1200px wide, with credits.
- Accuracy: facts, prices and timings must be current at the time of submission.
- No restricted topics: we do not publish gambling, betting, adult, crypto schemes, CBD, loan apps or any illegal content.
Link Policy
- Editorial guest posts may include one author bio link to your website or social profile.
- Links to helpful, non-commercial sources are welcome inside the article where they add value for readers.
- Articles that promote a business, product or service, or that include commercial links, are published as sponsored content and links are marked rel=”sponsored” as required by Google. See our sponsored post options.
- We keep the right to edit, add or remove links to maintain quality for our readers.
How to Submit a Guest Post
- Send your pitch: email 2 or 3 topic ideas with a one-line outline each to dehraduninsider@gmail.com.
- Use the right subject line: “Guest Post Pitch: [Your Topic]” so your email reaches the right inbox.
- Get approval: we reply within 3 to 5 working days if the topic fits our readers.
- Send the full article: share the Google Doc or Word file, images and a 2 to 3 line author bio.
- Review and publish: our team edits for clarity and SEO, then publishes the article and sends you the live link.
Who Can Write for Us?
Travel bloggers, local writers, students, photographers, hotel and homestay owners, chefs, educators, and anyone who knows Dehradun and Uttarakhand first hand. You do not need to be a professional writer. If your article is helpful and honest, we will help you polish it.
Advertise or Publish a Sponsored Post
Are you an SEO agency, brand or local business? Sponsored articles, business features, listings and homepage placements are handled separately. Visit Sponsored Post in Dehradun or see all options on our Advertise With Us page.
Write for Us: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dehradun Insider accepting guest posts right now?
Yes. Dehradun Insider is currently accepting guest posts on Dehradun, Uttarakhand travel, food, events, education, business and lifestyle. Email your pitch to dehraduninsider@gmail.com.
Do you accept travel guest posts about all of Uttarakhand?
Yes. Along with Dehradun, we publish travel guest posts on Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Chakrata, Auli, Jim Corbett, Rajaji National Park and other Uttarakhand destinations.
Do you charge for guest posts?
Editorial guest posts that are informative and carry only an author bio link are reviewed free of cost. Articles that promote a business or include commercial links are published as sponsored posts. Contact us for current rates.
Are guest post links dofollow?
The author bio link on an editorial guest post is a normal link. Commercial and paid links are marked rel=”sponsored” in line with Google guidelines.
How long does it take to publish a guest post?
We usually reply to pitches within 3 to 5 working days. After approval, an accepted article is normally published within a week.
Can I submit an article that was published elsewhere?
No. We only accept original, unpublished articles. Duplicate or spun content is rejected.
Ready to contribute? Email your pitch to dehraduninsider@gmail.com with the subject “Guest Post Pitch: [Your Topic]”. We look forward to reading your ideas about Dehradun and Uttarakhand.