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The Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK)   on newsstands now

9th December 2025  |  This year’s annual Experiences Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) reveals the top 20 experiential travel trends set to define 2026. As people’s enthusiasm for meaningful and engaging adventures accelerates, studies show nearly half of global travellers are prioritising activities that immerse them in nature, community and culture — signalling a
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National Geographic Traveller (UK) ushers in 2026 with its Japan cover story 

4th December 2025  |  With a new year of adventures on the horizon, the Jan/Feb issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK) invites readers to uncover unique experiences in one of the world’s most varied and culturally rich destinations — Japan.   
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Living360 launches new video-led social strategy  

2nd December 2025  |  APL Media’s lifestyle branch, Living360, has launched a new social media strategy under the direction of deputy editor Evelyn Richards and content editor Priya Raj. With the aim of heightening the engagement of its existing readership, the revamped content introduces
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Travel Media Awards Step Up launches 2026 internship scheme

1st December 2025  |  The Travel Media Awards (TMA) Step Up programme returns for a third year, with applications now open for five paid summer internships designed to bring fresh voices and diverse perspectives into travel media.  Open to talented 18–30-year-olds
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APL Media takes home big win at the 2025 BSME Awards 

28th November 2025  |  The trophy shelf at APL Media continues to grow! APL Media is excited to share that the teams behind National Geographic Traveller (UK) and Living360 were nominated across several key categories at the British Society of Magazine Editors (BSME) Awards 2025.  
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APL Media’s key takeaways from the ABTA Travel Convention 2025

27th November 2025  |  National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s assistant editor, Sam Kemp, attended the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) Travel Convention in Calvia, Majorca (6-8 October), marking ABTA’s 75th anniversary.
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Celebrate Thanksgiving with National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s best stories on North American feasts and Indigenous legacy 

27th November 2025  |  The American and Canadian national holiday of Thanksgiving celebrates autumn’s bountiful harvest, while paying respect to Indigenous cultures. 
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Maria Pieri honoured with Outstanding Contribution to Travel Media award at The Baubles 2025

26th November 2025  |  It’s a great pleasure to announce that Maria Pieri, APL Media’s editorial director and COO, has officially received the Outstanding Contribution to Travel Media award at TravYule – The Baubles 2025.
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Bake Off at APL Media: design department hosted its own competition to coincide with The Great British Bake Off 2025

26th November 2025  |  For the second year in a row, each designer was assigned a Bake Off baker. The designer would then have to share something home-made when their ‘partner-contestant’ left the competition.
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APL Media celebrates success at the 2025 PPA Awards  

25th November 2025  |  Following an impressive nine nominations across the PPA awards shortlist, it’s great to be able to announce National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s Jan/Feb 2025 issue is the winner of Cover of the Year! 
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The digital campaign behind the National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s Hotel Awards 2025 reaches new horizons 

18th November 2025  |  Running annually since 2017, the Hotel Awards by National Geographic Traveller (UK) is one of the most hotly anticipated features in the magazine’s regular output.
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The 2025-26 Winter Sports guide by National Geographic Traveller (UK) on newsstands now

10th November 2025  |  From new infrastructure to the hottest contested disciplines and team GB hopefuls, our special feature delves into developments in the six mountain towns hosting what will be the most geographically widespread Games ever.