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.  
 
On the night, Maria Pieri brought home the Editorial Director of the Year award — a milestone moment for APL Media, coming just a few days after she was honoured with the Outstanding Contribution to Travel Media award at TravYule – The Baubles 2025. 

Held at the Rosewood London on 27 November, the prestigious black-tie event brought together the biggest names in publishing to honour editorial excellence. 

BSME Winner: 

• Editorial Director of the Year: Maria Pieri, overseeing the National Geographic Traveller (UK) portfolio, Living360, Travel Media Awards (and the TMA Step Up scheme) and more. 

BSME Nominees: 

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

• Cover of the Year – Independent: Becky Redman, National Geographic Traveller (UK) 

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

• Editor of the Year – Sport, Health & Fitness: Mattie Lacey-Davidson, Living360 

Maria Pieri said: “It’s been quite a year, and this feels like recognition of the collective effort behind it. The teams across National Geographic Traveller (UK) and Living360, as well as the Travel Media Awards and Step Up scheme, are thoughtful, curious and always committed to quality: smart storytelling, strong design and a willingness to push for better every time. That’s what I’m proudest of. I’m grateful to head up this group of quirky, talented individuals, and excited for what we do next.” 

These accolades celebrate creativity, leadership and innovation across magazine publishing produced in the UK in 2025 and define APL Media’s approach to storytelling and design.  

The BSME Awards are among the most respected honours in the media industry, recognising editors and creative leaders who shape the future of publishing.  

APL Media thanks the BSME for recognising this year’s work and the many colleagues who made the evening one to remember. 

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees who continue to raise the bar for excellence in publishing. 

See the full list of winners here: https://www.bsme.com/awards-2025-winners 

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About APL Media  
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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