Heading into the final month of the year, the National Geographic Traveller (UK) branded content team looks back on the past month. Covering everything from a fresh — and unexpected — take on Swiss travel to El Salvador’s underrated outdoor experiences and the world’s best winter beach escapes, these articles prove there’s no hibernation for the curious wanderer. 

Surprising Switzerland campaign spotlight:  

Running since July 2025, the expansive digital initiative in partnership with Switzerland Tourism holistically explores Switzerland like few have before. With content ranging from seasonal recommendations to unmissable accommodations, the campaign incorporated brand-new features, including digital maps, and is housed on a dedicated hub on the National Geographic Traveller (UK) website. 

• The most overlooked train journeys in Switzerland. Alpine showstoppers, time-travelling railways and more — explore these lesser-known trips on Europe’s most punctual network. Read more. 
• From chic chalets to mountain marvels: 8 classic Swiss stays. These traditional hotels offer an authentic taste of Swiss hospitality, rooted in nature, craftsmanship and Alpine charm. Read more. 
• A weird and wonderful Swiss festival for every month of the year — Think you know Switzerland? Think again. Covering everything from ghostly parades to cheese-chucking contests, this guide reveals all about the country’s quirkiest annual happenings.  Read more. 

Go further:  

• The best of Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches, and beyond. Alongside serene white-sand beaches, St Pete-Clearwater offers major league sports venues, eclectic craft breweries and botanical gardens. Read more. 
• Exploring Peru’s hidden corners, where desert lagoons meet forest fortresses. Extend your itinerary beyond Peru’s classic sights to discover ancient temples, mermaid-cursed waterfalls and some of the globe’s finest high-altitude trekking. Read more. 
• 5 of the top outdoor experiences in El Salvador. Home to activities ranging from hiking up a smouldering active volcano to kayaking through tangled mangroves, this small Central American country is packed with exceptional outdoor experiences. Read more. 

If you’re keen to work with the team at National Geographic Traveller (UK) on a branded content campaign, 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, 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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