Katie Rockey
Travel Content Creator
Hi, I'm Katie Rockey, a travel content creator based in Nashville, Tennessee helping busy professionals travel more without needing unlimited vacation time or an unlimited budget.
Through YouTube, my blog, and social media, I share carry-on-only packing strategies, travel resources, destination guides, and real-world travel experiences that make travel feel approachable and achievable.
As someone balancing a full-time career with a passion for travel, I create content for people who want to maximize their time off and make every trip count. My audience trusts me for honest recommendations, detailed travel planning advice, and products and services that genuinely improve their travel experience.
I partner with travel, tourism, lifestyle, and consumer brands to create authentic content that educates, inspires, and drives action. Through engaging storytelling and strategic brand integration, I help companies build trust, increase visibility, and connect with travelers actively planning their next adventure.
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Topics:
how to pack carry-on only
how to stay connected while abroad
how to save money while traveling more
where to travel to next
My Audience is:
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Testimonial
"Katie was such a pleasure to work with. She followed the brief while adding her own unique touch to ensure the content truly connected with her audience. This was clearly reflected in the quick turnaround between publishing her article and seeing the first conversions come through."
— Riley Pearce, Airalo Affiliate Marketing Manager
Why Work with Me
Praised for being professional, quick, and a pleasure to work with.
Continued engagement with audience years after content is posted.
Content filmed on iPhone 16 pro, Sony ZV-1 camera, DJI action camera & DJI microphone for crisp audio.
Solo female content as well as family content.
Past Partnerships & Results
Bagsmart
YouTube Video Integration
Brand Awareness Campaign: The video effectively combined educational packing content with product integration, driving both strong watch time and meaningful engagement from a highly relevant travel audience.
Performance: 5k views • 5:09 avg. view duration • 3.2% engagement rate
156 total engagements • 138 likes • 9 comments • 12 shares
Affiliate Performance: 305 link clicks • 5 confirmed purchases
Airalo
Dedicated Blog Post
Conversion Campaign: Drive high-intent traffic to Airalo through search-optimized content and convert readers into eSIM users via an affiliate partnership.
Performance: 172 page views • 51.2% engagement rate
Affiliate Performance: 45 link clicks • 2 confirmed purchases
First purchase generated within the first week of publishing
Tiny Shiny Retreat
Instagram, YouTube, Blog Post
Brand Awareness Campaign: Drive awareness and interest in Tiny Shiny Retreat as a unique glamping and experiential stay in Tennessee through authentic travel storytelling across multiple platforms.
YouTube Video: 204 views • 14% engagement rate • 8 shares
Blog Post: 63 page views • 66% engagement rate
Instagram Reel: 971 views • 15% engagement rate • 3 shares
Instagram Reel
I collaborate with travel, lifestyle, and gear brands that share my mission: to make travel more accessible, enjoyable, and efficient. I offer creative, strategic partnerships designed to drive brand trust, visibility, and lasting ROI.
Let’s work together to inspire your next loyal traveler.
Services
Through a phone call or email we can discuss different package options to create a meaningful partnership.
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Long-form storytelling that inspires viewers to take action.
Dedicated videos
In-video integrations
Product demonstrations
Destination features
Custom call-to-action.
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Authentic content designed to engage travelers where they spend their time.
Instagram Reels
Carousel posts
Stories
Cross-platform promotion
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Evergreen articles that continue driving traffic long after the campaign ends.
Destination guides
Product reviews
Travel resources
SEO optimization
Affiliate-ready content
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Reach an audience actively planning their next trip.
Dedicated sponsor spot
Featured recommendation
Native product integration
Direct links to your website
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Professional travel content created for your brand to use across its own marketing channels.
Vertical videos
Product demonstrations
Lifestyle photography
Voiceover videos
Raw footage available upon request
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Bring travel expertise and authentic storytelling to your audience.
Conference speaking
Panel discussions
Brand activations
Event hosting
Educational workshops
Packages
Whether you're looking to test the waters or launch a full campaign, I offer three partnership tiers designed to meet your brand where you are. All packages are customizable.
Starter
Perfect for brands exploring influencer partnerships for the first time or looking to pilot a collaboration.
1 YouTube sponsored integration
1 round of revisions
Content brief alignment
Explorer
For brands ready to reach my audience across multiple touch points.
1 YouTube sponsored integration
1 SEO-optimized blog post
1 round of revisions
Content brief alignment
Full Journey
A full content partnership for brands that want to be woven into the travel conversation, not just mentioned in it.
1 YouTube sponsored integration
1 SEO-optimized blog post
1 Instagram Reel + Stories
1 Newsletter feature
Creative strategy call + priority turnaround
*User Generated Content (UGC), Photography, Usage Rights & Exclusivity are also available.