Traveling in Autumn and Winter: Capture Your Warm Journeys in Words, Win a Hundred Yuan Travel Fund and Exclusive Merchandise

Meta Description: Discover how to win a 100 yuan travel fund and exclusive merchandise by sharing your cozy autumn and winter travel stories on Mafengwo. Learn tips, rewards, and how to participate in this heartwarming travel writing contest.

Introduction: Why Autumn and Winter Are the Best Seasons for Heartwarming Travel

As the chilly wind begins to blow and leaves turn golden and fiery red, do you find yourself yearning for a "cozy, heartwarming trip"? It's not something reserved for far-off destinations—it hides in the courage to set out, in the warmth of a steaming bowl of soup, and in the unexpected kindness of strangers. Whether you're a solo backpacker or an explorer traveling with family and friends, this autumn and winter, Mafengwo invites you to freeze those warm moments in writing. On top of that, a hundred-yuan reward fund and the latest limited-edition merchandise are up for grabs.

This article covers everything you need to know about the Mafengwo autumn and winter travel writing contest, including how to participate, the rewards on offer, and tips for crafting winning travelogues that resonate with readers and editors alike.

What Is a "Cozy, Heartwarming Trip"? It's Right Beside You

A "cozy, heartwarming trip" can take many forms. It might be an escape into a mild winter—avoiding the crowds and heading to a long-dreamed-of destination; crossing hemispheres to bask in off-season sunshine; or bundling up in a down jacket and soaking in a steaming hot spring amidst a snowy wonderland. It's also the little joys found in warmth—strolling along the stone-paved streets of a small southern town, stepping into an old shop in the early morning for a bowl of piping hot noodle soup, or finding a corner to sit in the afternoon while the winter sun warms your back. Above all, it's the warmth in your heart—a long-awaited reunion with family or friends, a stranger's smile or helping hand during your journey, or that proud moment when you push yourself to the summit and take in the view below.

The season you set out is always the best season. This winter, why not pick up your phone or open your laptop, write down those travel stories that warmed your heart, and share them with fellow travelers who love life just as much as you do.

[Link: Best autumn travel destinations in China]
[Link: Winter travel tips for solo backpackers]

Event Dates and How to Participate in the Mafengwo Travel Writing Contest

This creative event runs from November 19, 2025, to December 18, 2025—a full month, giving you plenty of time to organize your memories and polish your words.

Participation is simple—choose one of the following methods:

Method 1: Publish a "travelogue" on the Mafengwo platform and tag it with the hashtag #CozyHeartwarmingTrip#. Don't forget to check your drafts folder—those unfinished travelogues you've saved for a while are perfect material right now. Newly written travelogues are also welcome.
Method 2: Open the Mafengwo app, go to "My Profile" → "Creator Center," click the "Claim Now" button under the task, and follow the prompts to publish your travelogue.

Whether you're a seasoned travelogue writer or a first-timer picking up the pen, as long as your content is genuine, warm, and full of details, it stands a chance to be noticed.

[Link: How to write a travelogue that stands out]
[Link: Mafengwo creator center guide]

Exciting Rewards: Three Tiers of Prizes Await You

To encourage every traveler who writes from the heart, we've prepared the following generous rewards:

🏆 Prize 1: Warm Sunshine Travel Fund (100 yuan cash × 10 winners)

From all participating travelogues, we will comprehensively evaluate content quality, engagement metrics, uniqueness, creative storytelling, and editorial recommendations to select 10 outstanding authors. Each will receive a 100-yuan travel fund. This amount can be viewed and used directly within the app for your next adventure.

🎁 Prize 2: Warmth Merchandise Gift (Latest limited-edition mystery box × 25 winners)

Random Draw Prize (20 winners): During the event, if you publish at least one starred travelogue or higher, you'll be entered into a random draw for a chance to receive one Mafengwo latest mystery box.
Outstanding Contribution Prize (5 winners): Based on a comprehensive ranking of the number and quality of travelogues published, the top 5 authors will also receive one latest mystery box.

🌟 Prize 3: Newcomer Gift (50-yuan no-minimum voucher + latest merchandise × 10 winners)

If you are publishing a travelogue on Mafengwo for the first time, don't worry—we've set up a special newcomer prize just for you. Based on the same evaluation criteria of content quality, engagement, uniqueness, creativity, and editorial recommendations, we will select 10 first-time authors. Each will receive a 50-yuan no-minimum voucher and one latest mystery box. Consider this your first gift as you embark on your creative journey.

[Link: Mafengwo travel fund redemption guide]
[Link: What's inside the Mafengwo mystery box?]

How to Add Tags to Your Travelogue (Quick Tips)

After publishing your travelogue, don't forget to add tags so more people can discover your work. It's easy:

On the Web: Once your travelogue is published, go back to the reading page, click "Fill in Now" below the title, and add your tags.
On the App: After publishing, return to the post's reading page, tap the "..." icon in the top right corner, select "Edit Info," and add your tags.

Remember to include the #CozyHeartwarmingTrip# hashtag to ensure your entry counts as a successful participation.

[Link: Mafengwo tagging best practices]
[Link: How to increase travelogue visibility]

Prize Distribution and Important Notes

To ensure fairness and transparency, please read the following rules carefully:

Announcement of Results: Within 30 working days (not calendar days) after the event ends, we will publish the winner list on this page. Please keep an eye out for official notifications.
How to Claim Your Prize:
Cash Reward: You can check it in the Mafengwo app under "My Profile" → "Creator Center" → "Creator Earnings." Payment will be made within 20 working days of the month following the announcement, deposited into the bank account you provided during verification. Please ensure your verification information is accurate.
Physical Prize: Winners will receive an official private message from @TravelogueEditor. Please submit your shipping address within the specified time. Failure to do so will be considered a forfeit. Shipping addresses are limited to mainland China, and the dispatch time will be communicated via private message.
Voucher: It will be credited to your account within 30 working days after the results are announced. You can find it in the Mafengwo app under "My Profile" → "Coupons & Red Envelopes."
Penalties for Violations: The following behaviors will render entries invalid, and the organizer reserves the right to disqualify participants:
Plagiarism or copying others' content
Commercial promotion or advertising content
Encouraging others to artificially inflate engagement metrics
Content that does not align with the event theme
Publishing duplicate or split versions of similar content
Fabricated content
Copyright Notice: By participating in this event, you acknowledge and agree that all published content is authorized for use by Mafengwo within its platform.

[Link: Mafengwo prize claim FAQ]
[Link: Mafengwo content guidelines]

FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About the Autumn and Winter Travel Writing Contest

1. Can I participate if I've never written a travelogue before?

Absolutely! The contest welcomes both seasoned writers and first-timers. In fact, there's a special Newcomer Gift category with 10 prizes reserved exclusively for first-time authors. Just make sure your content is genuine, warm, and detailed.

2. What kind of content is considered "cozy and heartwarming"?

Content that captures the essence of autumn and winter travel—whether it's a hot spring escape, a small-town stroll, a family reunion, or a kind encounter with a stranger. The key is authenticity and emotional resonance. Avoid generic or overly promotional content.

3. How are the winners selected?

Winners are evaluated based on content quality, engagement metrics, uniqueness, creative storytelling, and editorial recommendations. For the random draw prize, simply publishing a starred travelogue or higher automatically enters you into the lottery.

4. When will the winners be announced?

Within 30 working days after the event ends (December 18, 2025). Check this page and your Mafengwo notifications for the official winner list.

5. Can I use the same travelogue for other contests?

No. Content must be original and exclusive to this event. Duplicate or split versions of similar content will be disqualified. Also, ensure your travelogue aligns with the #CozyHeartwarmingTrip# theme.

A Final Word: Your Story Deserves to Be Seen

Travel is never just about checking off landmarks or snapping photos. It's about the streets slowly waking up in the morning light of an ancient town, the hills painted crimson by the sunset over a snowfield, the cup of hot tea and kind words offered by a stranger in a foreign land, and the breathless joy and pride of conquering a peak after pushing yourself to the limit—these are the most precious parts of any journey.

And words are the way to keep that warmth from ever fading. When you write them down and share them, you're not just recording your own adventure—you're lighting a lantern for someone else who's planning their next trip.

So don't hesitate. Flip through your phone gallery, recall those moments that made you smile, open Mafengwo, and write your own #CozyHeartwarmingTrip#.

The season you set out is always the best season. And this winter, thanks to your stories, it will be even warmer.

Don't miss this opportunity to win a 100 yuan travel fund, exclusive merchandise, and recognition from the Mafengwo community. Whether you're a seasoned travel writer or a first-time storyteller, your voice matters.

👉 Click here to publish your travelogue now and tag it with #CozyHeartwarmingTrip# to enter the contest.

Cover image courtesy of @辰君, thank you for sharing that beautiful moment.

Mafengwo reserves the final right of interpretation for this event.