APL Media’s National Geographic Traveller (UK) team received nominations in nine categories at the BSME Talent Awards 2026 on Wednesday 13 May. While the team may not have taken home any awards this time, they celebrated the achievement of being recognised among the industry’s best. 

Hosted by the British Society of Magazine Editors, the awards celebrate editorial excellence, creativity and innovation across print, digital and social platforms, recognising some of the very best talent in publishing. 

The awards ceremony took place on Wednesday 13 May at Quaglino’s in St James’s, London, bringing together leading editorial talent from across the publishing industry. 

Many congratulations to all the very deserving winners and to everyone shortlisted at this year’s awards. 

See all the winners on the BSME Talent Awards 2026 website. 

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About APL Media     
APL Media is a multi-award-winning content marketing agency and publisher, creating 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 since 2010, alongside brand extensions including guides, events and digital platforms. Its portfolio includes Living360, a digital lifestyle brand spanning wellness, travel, food, sustainability and culture.      

APL Media delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It is also a leading reseller of advertising for national newspapers. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide, with content also created for national newspapers.     

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