National Geographic Traveller (UK) has been nominated for Publication of the Year at the ANTOR 2026 Travel Media Awards. 

The Association of National Tourist Offices and Representatives (ANTOR) is the UK’s principal travel organisation representing tourist boards from around the world, with a membership comprising national and regional tourist offices. This year marks a significant milestone for the association as it celebrates its 75th anniversary. 

The annual ANTOR Travel Media Awards recognise outstanding travel journalism and publishing, with National Geographic Traveller (UK) shortlisted in the Publication of the Year category. The nomination recognises the publication’s coverage of ANTOR destinations over the past year and its role in bringing destinations, cultures and travel experiences to readers across the UK. 

Elsewhere on the shortlist, travel journalist Ross Clarke has been nominated for ANTOR’s Travel Writer of the Year 2026, with his work for National Geographic recognised among this year’s outstanding destination coverage. 

The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony at the Royal Garden Hotel in Kensington on 22 September. The event will be hosted by ANTOR chair Manuel Butler of the Spanish Tourist Office as the organisation brings together members of the travel and media industries to celebrate this year’s shortlisted work. 

Congratulations to the National Geographic Traveller (UK) team and everyone shortlisted, and thank you to ANTOR for the recognition. 

Find out more about ANTOR via the link: antor.com 

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