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16th October 2026

Germany’s fairytale castles and Mexico’s Playa del Carmen: these are the September campaign highlights from National Geographic Traveller (UK) 

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Germany’s fairytale castles and Mexico’s Playa del Carmen: these are the September campaign highlights from National Geographic Traveller (UK) 

Europe took centre stage in travel itineraries this summer and there’s still plenty to discover across Germany, Iceland and France in the coming months. Plus, far-flung destinations like South Africa, Australia and Mexico lure travellers with beach escapes and crowd-free adventures. 

Discover the latest storytelling highlights from the branded content team at National Geographic Traveller (UK): 

  • An under-the-radar corner of France where craft, food and nature meet. Limousin and its gateway capital Limoges enchant visitors with artisanal traditions, unspoiled landscapes and buzzing markets. Read more. 
  • The ultimate guide to Queensland’s tropical north. With the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea and 1,000-year-old kauri trees as its backdrop, Australia’s north east has plenty of natural wonders to explore. Read more. 
  • 6 unmissable sights on Iceland’s south coast. Road-tripping along the country’s southern shores reveals thundering waterfalls, deserted islands, imposing glaciers and black-sand beaches. Here’s how to experience it from behind the wheel. Read more. 
  • How to experience the best of Mexico’s Playa del Carmen. Set on the Riviera Maya, this coastal destination brings together ancient Maya heritage, holistic wellness, vibrant cuisine and wild landscapes. Read more. 
  • 7 lesser-known towns in South Africa that might surprise you. Look beyond the country’s most popular sights by exploring smaller towns famed for epic surf breaks, dark night skies and abundant wildlife. Read more. 
  • Storybook castles and medieval towns on an enchanting tour through the heart of Germany. Running from Hanau to Bremen, this route traces the life, works and legacy of the Brothers Grimm as it wends its way through magical countryside. Read more. 

If you’re keen to work on a branded content campaign with the team at National Geographic Traveller (UK), visit: https://aplmedia.co.uk/our_services/branded-content/  

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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. aplmedia.co.uk