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The leading UK content agency specialising in travel and lifestyle. Formerly Absolute Publishing Ltd

Using state-of-the-art production techniques, APL Media can create content for glossy monthly magazines, one-off supplements, direct response material, digital magazines, apps, directories and websites. With experienced editorial, design, sales and production teams, we can manage every stage of a project, from conception to publication, to produce stylish and engaging magazines, or digital project

s. Whatever you want to say, however you want to say it, APL Media can assist you to find the best way for you to connect with your chosen audience.

19/07/2024

The National Geographic Traveller (UK) team is gearing up for an extraordinary Food Festival this weekend at the Business Design Centre in London. Join us on 20-21 July 2024 for an unforgettable gastronomic experience!

Event highlights:
- Prominent culinary figures: featuring Nadiya Hussain, Nisha Katona and Matt Tebbutt
- Guest speakers and exhibitors: meet the stars of the culinary world
- Wine tutorials: explore the world of wines with expert-led sessions
- Food photography workshops: learn how to capture stunning food photos
- Tasting sessions: sample a variety of international cuisines
- Culinary masterclasses: participate in hands-on cooking sessions
- Live cooking demonstrations: watch top chefs create their signature dishes
-Author interviews: hear from acclaimed cookbook authors

Brought to you by the award-winning magazines National Geographic Traveller (UK) and Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK), this two-day event is your gateway to the flavours of the world. General admission tickets for Sunday at the National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival are available. Enhance your experience by booking the Wine & Spirits Theatre for an additional £5. Please note that Saturday general admission and all other sessions are sold out.
Save £10 on the door by booking your £15pp* festival ticket now.

*T&Cs apply. Book before 23:59 on 19 July 2024 and get £10 off the on-the-door ticket price of £25pp. Excludes 8% Booking Fee.

For more info: https://feverup.com/m/145577

15/07/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Kira Richards has joined our team as part of the Travel Media Awards Step Up scheme! This fantastic initiative promotes diversity and inclusion in travel media. During her month-long internship, Kira will gain invaluable experience in research, writing, editing, and digital media with National Geographic Traveller (UK) and other teams. Her journey will include:

- Researching and writing stories for National Geographic Traveller (UK)
- Learning about commissioning and editing processes -
- Assisting the digital and Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK) teams
- Gaining insights into paid content
- Supporting the events team and participating in our annual Food Festival

Kira has already shared her enthusiasm: "I've had an amazing first week at APL so far! It's been great to work with the print and digital teams on National Geographic Traveller (UK) to learn how they produce content for the magazine and website, as well as write a short news piece independently. I'm excited to work alongside different teams across APL and pitch some story ideas!"

We’re excited to see the fresh insights and innovations Kira will bring to our projects. Welcome to the APL Media family, Kira!

🔗 For more information and to follow her journey, visit: aplmedia.co.uk/welcoming-travel-media-awards-step-up-intern-kira-richards-to-apl-media/

28/06/2024

National Geographic Traveller (UK) Food Festival 2024 unveils its final line-up!

National Geographic Traveller (UK) has unveiled the final line-up of guest speakers and exhibitors for this year’s Food Festival, which returns to London on 20-21 July 2024.

Highlights include:

Live demos from the likes of Nadiya Hussain and Nisha Katona on the Main Stage, hosted by chef April Jackson

Renowned authors Zuza Zak, Alex Jackson and Imad Alarnab in conversation at Speakers’ Corner.

Expert wine tutorials covering the best of the Czech Republic, Georgia and the Lisboa wine region.

A guide to perfecting classic dishes from around the world in the two Masterclass Theatres.

New for 2024:

Food Photography Workshops with Charlie Richards and Giulia Verdinelli

Tasting Sessions featuring high-quality chocolate, British cheeses and Latin American cocktails

Join us for a chance to experience the flavours of the world, brought to you by award-winning magazines National Geographic Traveller (UK) and Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK).

🎟️ Tickets are £15* per person, with a £10 savings if booked in advance. Additional sessions are available for £5* each.

For more info and to book go to: https://aplmedia.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-uk-food-festival-announces-final-line-up-for-2024/

26/06/2024

Discover your ultimate escape with the new Lakes & Mountains Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK). This high-end, coffee-table-style bookazine is your gateway to breathtaking adventures and tranquil retreats.

Explore a comprehensive directory of top hotels, lodges, and resorts, courtesy of our advertising partners, to inspire your next relaxing travel escape. Inside, you’ll find tips for finding your perfect lakeside adventure, a thrilling journey to Oregon’s mountains in search of Bigfoot, the best birdwatching spots in the Scottish Highlands, and essential advice for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

To read a sample of the issue and for more info go to: https://aplmedia.co.uk/reach-new-heights-with-national-geographic-traveller-uks-the-alps-summer-guide/

26/06/2024

Living360, APL Media’s digital lifestyle magazine, has curated content to prepare you for an unforgettable summer! From Bridgerton-inspired holidays and exclusive city pop-ups to the best spots for outdoor swimming in London, we have you covered. 🌞

Check out our top articles and don’t forget to sign up for the newsletter for more amazing tips and ideas!

Read more: https://aplmedia.co.uk/living360-a-snapshot-of-june/

21/06/2024

Farida Zeynalova, associate editor at Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK), and editor of Travel Leaders Network’s US publication, Postcards, attended her first in Los Angeles to gain insight into the dynamic world of US tourism.

She engaged with key industry figures and sought out the latest trends, news and events, from city celebrations for the 250th anniversary in 2026 to Fifa World Cup 2026.

Read more about her experience in our latest blog post: aplmedia.co.uk/discovering-the-future-of-us-tourism-farida-zeynalova-at-ipw-2024/

21/06/2024

A furry friend made our workday brighter! The team enjoyed a visit from Norman today, as part of National Take Your Dog to Work Day. He was the perfect colleague — attentive and well-behaved, he also offered a great ‘pawspective’ on our projects... and lots of smiles.

19/06/2024

The APL Media team embarked on an enriching company retreat to the picturesque Snowdonia (Eryri) mountain range (14-16 June). Chief executive officer Matthew Jackson led the three-day adventure where the team were put through their paces hiking, swimming and canyoning. To read more on the APL Media’s adventure, go to: aplmedia.co.uk/the-apl-media-team-take-a-summer-adventure-trip-to-the-eryri-snowdonia-mountain-range/

14/06/2024

The Step Up team are excited to welcome Kira Richards and Sasha Wiltshire as the new interns. Kira, a City, University of London graduate, and Sasha, an undergraduate at the University of Central Lancashire, will be joining APL Media, FINN Partners, Intrepid Travel and TTG Media to gain valuable industry experience.

Follow their journey and stay updated on their progress. Learn more: https://travelmediaawards.com/awards/en/page/step-up-newsletter-sign-up

14/06/2024

APL Media proudly announces that Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK) has won the Food Magazine or Section Award in the Guild of Food Writers Awards 2024. This is the second time the title has triumphed in this category, having also done so in 2021.

The magazine is celebrating an exceptional year of accolades, with editor Nicola Trup winning Best Deputy Editor in the BSME Talent Awards; former editor Glen Mutel being named BSME’s Editor of the Year – Food & Drink; and Farida Zeynalova and Sarah Barrell winning accolades in the 2024 TravMedia Awards. Glen Mutel, Managing Editor, said, "Winning travel, food, and national awards shows we’re on the right track."

Learn more: https://aplmedia.co.uk/food-by-national-geographic-traveller-uk-scoops-the-guild-of-food-writers-award/

07/06/2024

In the summer issue, National Geographic Traveller (UK) goes beyond California's famous vineyards and national parks to highlight its serene coast, featuring laid-back surf resorts and unique wildlife on wave-lashed islands.

Inside this July/August issue:

- Ras Al Khaimah: Emerging adventure hub in the UAE

- Cape Verde: Hiking trails through farms and mountains

- Slovakia: Rich folk culture in Horehronie

- Peru: Unforgettable culinary and cultural itineraries

And many more global travel stories!

To read a sample of the July/August issue, go to: aplmedia.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-uks-summer-issue-explores-californias-coastal-charms/

07/06/2024

Savour the freshest fish and shellfish in the Summer issue of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK), which brings together some of the world’s most beloved seafood dishes — from pine-smoked mussels in France and oysters baked in bacon in Japan to zesty Indonesian tuna salad and Singapore’s spicy chill crab. Plus, the moles of Oaxaca, a family meal in Jordan and the nanobreweries of Portland, US — all in the latest issue of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK).

To read a sample of the Summer issue, go to: aplmedia.co.uk/food-by-national-geographic-traveller-uks-summer-issue-puts-seafood-on-the-menu/

06/06/2024

APL Media wins big! Nicola Trup, deputy editor of Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK), has been named best deputy editor of the year – food & drink at this year’s BSME Awards.

The judges praised Nicola as "motivated, commercially driven and consistently driving editorial excellence across the title”.

Congratulations to all nominees from APL Media’s editorial team, in categories including best art team, best designer, best picture team, best newsletter, best campaign, and best specialist writer of the year.

Check out the full list of winners here: aplmedia.co.uk/nicola-trup-named-best-deputy-editor-of-the-year-at-the-bsme-talent-awards-2024/

31/05/2024

Calling aspiring journalists! APL Media's Youth Internship initiative is now up and running, and has successfully welcomed its first intern on the four-week programme. The initiative has been set up to empower young people (aged 16 and over) from underrepresented backgrounds who have a passion for writing and want to break into the world of journalism and publishing.

“We're committed to fostering a more inclusive industry," says APL's editorial director Maria Pieri. "Our aim is to provide an invaluable stepping stone for talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.”

Interns will work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience in different departments. Opportunities for mentoring sessions with the team will be available after the internships, too.

Don't miss this opportunity to kick-start your career in travel media. Learn more and apply today: aplmedia.co.uk/apl-media-launches-youth-internship-initiative

30/05/2024

📸 Announcing the winners of the 12th annual National Geographic Traveller (UK) Photography Competition! From the Northern Lights in Iceland to the souks of Marrakech, the 12th annual awards showcase the beauty and diversity of the world.

The winners:

— Landscape: Chris West — The Northern Lights, Iceland

— People: Colin Tennant — Mother and child, Arctic Bay, Canada

— Wildlife: Lewis James Newman — Urban fox, south London

— Food And Travel: Bernard Kuhn — Bean curd skins, Koh Dach Island, Cambodia

— Urban Environment: Kirill Nikitin — Souk Haddadine, Marrakech, Morocco

— Portfolio: Dylan McBurney — Norwegian coast

Discover more: aplmedia.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-uk-photography-competition-2024-winners-announced/

Photo by Chris West

24/05/2024

Iman Mohammed, a final-year BA Journalism student specialising in Print & Online at the University of the Arts London, has become the first candidate to successfully complete APL Media’s newly launched Youth Internship programme.

Iman's journey at APL Media has been transformative, as she shared: “My time at APL Media has been invaluable in helping me gain confidence and develop the skills that I’ll use in my future career.”

Eager to further her journalistic endeavours, Iman sees the APL Media internship as an instrumental springboard to propelling her into her chosen field.

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/apl-medias-youth-internship-initiative-is-underway/

23/05/2024

With only 24 hours remaining until the deadline, the 10th annual Travel Media Awards, in association with Visit Qatar, invites the travel media to submit their work. This year’s awards boast an expanded selection of 23 categories, honouring outstanding achievements in travel.

Categories include:

▪️ Trade Publication of the Year – Print & Online

▪️ Emerging Writer of the Year

▪️ Consumer Writer of the Year
..and many more

Get your entries in now. Enter now: bit.ly/TMA_3390

17/05/2024

Last night, the National Geographic Traveller (UK) team hosted an exciting event!

The event Travel Geeks: Plan the Ultimate Greek Island-Hopping Adventure brought together four experts in sailing and Greek culture shared their experiences of the Ionian Sea. The panel included Alex Outwaithe, Craig Burton, Dee Caffari, James Stewart, and Maria Pitrakkou. Don't miss a comprehensive round-up of the panel's expert advice.

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/what-we-learned-from-travel-geeks-plan-the-ultimate-greek-island-hopping-adventure/

16/05/2024

The latest issue of Postcards, the award-winning magazine for Travel Leaders Network, is here. Get to know the most incredible destinations by exploring the tavernas and culinary traditions of Cyprus, Spain’s La Tomatina festival and an icy Antarctic adventure with Viking Cruises. The issue also includes:

- How to spend the perfect weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada’s 24/7 city

- What to do, see and eat in Taipei, Taiwan?

- What not to miss on a tour of Peru’s most fascinating Inca heritage sites.

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/postcards-summer-2024-issue-out-now-featuring-cyprus-las-vegas-and-taipei/

15/05/2024

This Mental Health Awareness Week, APL Media’s lifestyle brand, Living 360, looks at different ways to approach and support mental health, from discovering the best mediation techniques for a good night’s sleep to exploring how sound therapy can help promote inner peace. For the round-up of a site’s top mental health and wellbeing articles, go to: aplmedia.co.uk/mental-health-awareness-week-on-living360/

14/05/2024

It’s the final week for submissions to the Travel Media Awards 2024, in association with Visit Qatar!

This is the awards’ 10th year of honouring the best in the industry, and winners will be announced at the Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane on 28 October.

Entry is free and the categories cover all sectors of travel media, both trade and consumer, including:

- Tabloid and Broadsheet Newsprint Section of the Year
- The Photography Award
- Emerging Writer of the Year
- Breaking Travel News

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/last-call-for-entries-for-the-travel-media-awards-2024/

10/05/2024

National Geographic Traveller (UK) has been shortlisted for the Newsstand Magazine of the Year award at the 2024 Newspaper and Magazine Awards. This nomination reflects the magazine's unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional content that engages readers.

The awards ceremony will be held on 22 May at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square, bringing together leaders from across the publishing industry.

Find out more: acecirculation.com/events/newspaper-and-magazine-awards-2024/

09/05/2024

Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK) has secured a shortlist nomination for the Guild of Food Writing's Food Magazine or Section Award in 2024. This recognition follows from the successful win in the same category in 2021.

The Guild of Food Writing Awards are a hallmark of excellence in the field, celebrating outstanding achievement in areas where food writers work and have influence. They’re awarded annually and are the only awards judged entirely by professional food writers, editors and broadcasters.

Find out more: Latest Awards (gfw.co.uk)

08/05/2024

The APL Media team has been recognised by the BSME Talent Awards 2024! National Geographic Traveller (UK) and Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK) have been shortlisted in seven of 24 categories, spanning design to specialist writing.

The categories are:

National Geographic Traveller (UK):

Best Art Team: Becky Redman, Lauren Atkinson-Smith, Lauren Gamp, Kelly McKenna, Dean Reynolds, Rosie Klein, Ben Rowe, Natalie Cornelius, Aisha Nazar

Best Designer: Kelly McKenna

Best Picture Team: Ben Rowe, Aisha Nazar

Best Newsletter: Berkok Yüksel, Karlina Valeiko

Best Campaign: Sarawak Tourism: Flora Neighbour

Food by National Geographic Traveller (UK):

Best Writer — Specialist: Farida Zeynalova

Best Deputy Editor: Nicola Trup

For more information, go to: https://aplmedia.co.uk/apl-media-shortlisted-in-seven-categories-at-the-bsme-talent-awards-2024/

03/05/2024

National Geographic Traveller (UK) has paved the way to success by being shortlisted for the Newsstand Magazine of the Year award at the 2024 Newspaper and Magazine Awards. This nomination reflects the magazine's unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional content that engages readers.

The award ceremony will be held on 22 May at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square, convening leaders from across the publishing industry.

Find out more: acecirculation.com/events/newspaper-and-magazine-awards-2024/

03/05/2024

There’s never been a better time to enjoy Paris en plein air. With the French capital set to host the Olympics this summer, National Geographic Traveller (UK)’s June issue hits the ground running, offering up 17 unforgettable outdoor experiences.

From sailing the city’s scenic waterways to cooling off in its open-air pools and gliding its streets on rollerblades, readers will find plenty of ways to enjoy the City of Light as it welcomes the warmer weather.

Plus, a look beyond the resorts of Phuket, Thailand, a wild adventure in Albania and a guide to the long-flourishing desert community of Scottsdale, Arizona. Find all this and more in the new issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK), on newsstands now.

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/the-new-issue-of-national-geographic-traveller-uk-june-issue-celebrates-paris-and-the-olympic-year/

29/04/2024

Upgrade your wellbeing with Living360 APL Media lifestyle brand Living360 offers wellness advice that’s both aspirational and achievable. Each month, Living360 presents a curated content round-up, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest trends and insights.

- Running: From creating a beginner’s guide to running to discovering the best running shoes for every level, from novice to pro.

- Travel: Discover the hidden wonders of Zanzibar, exploring the island’s greatest sights.

- Health: A checklist for things to research when travelling overseas for medical treatments.

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/living360-an-april-snapshot/

29/04/2024

The National Geographic Traveller (UK) team had three very good reasons to celebrate at the TravMedia Awards! APL Media is pleased to announce that we were named Travel Magazine of the Year at the awards, showcasing the team’s hard work and ability. Two of the magazine’s editors also received individual recognition:

Sarah Barrell — Feature of the Year for ‘A Rail Adventure in Kyushu’

Farida Zeynalova — Specialist Travel Writer of the Year

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-uk-celebrate-travel-magazine-of-the-year-at-the-travmedia-awards/

22/04/2024

Stephen Phelan () has won the Consumer Magazine Sustainable Tourism Feature of the Year (Print) award at Spain’s Sustainable Media Awards 2024 for his captivating article, ‘Hike the Highlands’, published in National Geographic Traveller (UK). The article champions sustainable tourism and focuses on conservation efforts for endangered species like Cantabrian wolves.

The awards ceremony was hosted by the Spanish Tourist Office (UK) and held at The Conduit in Convent Garden, London, on 17 April.

Discover more: aplmedia.co.uk/stephen-phelans-award-winning-adventure-in-spain-for-national-geographic-traveller-uk/

📷: Ben Roberts ()

19/04/2024

The National Geographic Traveller (UK) writers were at the forefront of excellence at the recent Inspire Global Media Awards (IGMAs). The awards IGMAs recognise and celebrate stories that champion sustainable and positive-impact tourism.

Out of eight shortlisted National Geographic Traveller (UK) features, an incredible four writers emerged victorious across various categories. Including:

- ‘Winds of Change’ by Sarah Marshall awarded Consumer Magazine Feature of the Year (Print)

- ‘Back to Basics’ by Sarah Gillespie awarded Consumer Magazine Feature of the Year (Print)

- ‘Flavours of the Great Plains’ by Zoey Goto awarded Consumer Magazine Feature of the Year (Print)

- ‘Tourism is our only option’: the community banking on birding in north India’ published in the Guardian online by Lorna Parkes awarded Consumer Magazine Feature of the Year (Online)

Find out more: aplmedia.co.uk/national-geographic-traveller-uk-triumphs-at-inspire-global-media-awards

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