At the PPA Awards 2025, held on 21 November at 133 Houndsditch, the team behind National Geographic Traveller (UK) was recognised for their bold creativity and innovation.  

Following an impressive nine nominations across the PPAs shortlist, from Writer of the Year to Consumer Publication of the Year, 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! 

The judges praised this concept-led cover for its stunning photography of Mount Fuji rising through the clouds and exceptional ability to sell the content within. They also highlighted its record-breaking sales and the clever use of colour, typography and imagery that clearly captivated readers. 

The team were also nominated for: 

• Writer of the Year: Farida Zeynalova, Associate Editor, National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Consumer Publication of the Year: National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Designer of the Year: Becky Redman, Art Director, National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Editor of the Year: Pat Riddell, Editor, National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Event of the Year (Consumer Media): National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 

• Media Brand of the Year: National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Newsletter of the Year: National Geographic Traveller (UK)  

• Content Piece of the Year: The World’s Best Train Trips, National Geographic Traveller (UK) 

A huge congratulations to all the winners, and the incredible writers, editors and designers nominated across the awards.  

To find out more about APL Media’s multi-award-winning management of the National Geographic Traveller (UK) brand, click here.  

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APL Media is a multi-award-winning content marketing agency and publisher, producing high-quality print, digital and live media across the travel and lifestyle sectors. Since 1997, it has published National Geographic Traveller (UK) under licence from National Geographic Partners LLC, supported by brand extensions including guides, events and digital platforms. The portfolio also features Living360, a digital lifestyle brand covering wellness, travel, food, sustainability and culture, distributed via national media and its own platform. APL Media delivers custom content, branded campaigns, editorial consultancy and leading events such as the Travel Media Awards and Step Up. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide, with content also produced for national newspapers.  
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