As part of Living360’s new digital cover star series, launched in March 2026, Katie Sipp-Hurley met with the content creator to find out how she turned a kitchen hobby into a burgeoning career. 

Dive into an excerpt below:��

Cooking was always central to Remi’s family life, and learning to cook was simply a part of growing up. “When you’re an African daughter, you have to know how to cook,” she says. “Everyone has to care about food.” 

But it was what she didn’t cook at home that really captured her imagination. 

“We never baked at home, so I was intrigued by it,” she says. “I’d watch the Food Network and all the baking competitions and think it looked so fun — so I started experimenting.” 

Perhaps it’s this combination of familiar home cooking and playful experimentation that’s made her content resonate so widely. By May 2023, she’d reached 100,000 followers on Instagram. Little did she know that, only a couple of years later, she’d have gained 700,000 more. 

“I think that might be what makes people trust me,” she says. “I’m not professionally trained; I’m just a normal girl who likes to cook and bake.” 

Read the full feature on Living360’s website, here:   

Living360’s monthly cover stars series aims to showcase individuals who leave an inspiring and notable mark in the worlds of fitness, health, wellness or sports.  

Follow Living360 so you don’t miss out on its future cover stars: 
Website:  
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For enquiries and further information on Living360’s future cover stars, contact editorial@living360.uk 

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s 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 

At �鶹Ӱ��, Rutalee worked with the National Geographic Traveller (UK) editorial, design and digital teams to gain an understanding of the magazine’s processes. As well as research and advertorial tasks, she worked on her first print byline, which is set to come out in the October issue. During her time there, she learnt about the importance of following the publishing house’s editorial style and how this has an impact on pitching to different publications, which is a key feature in editorial work. A highlight of this placement was attending a PR event with the Southern Italy Tourism Board, where she could network with industry professionals.  

The second phase of Rutalee’s internship took her to the in-house PR team at easyJet Holidays. This placement has given her key insight into how different sides of the media industry work together. Adapting to a faster paced environment and a larger team, she was already writing press releases by the second day. She worked on internal communication on segments such as Daily News that go out to the wider company, and she planned and drafted LinkedIn posts; in the coming weeks, this work will include learning about screen design and graphics. Rutalee has also learnt how to adapt a press release for a Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) style, expanding her range of writing to meet different aims.  

Rutalee said: “Working with �鶹Ӱ�� and easyJet holidays has been an invaluable experience. Coming straight out of university, I’ve found the internship to be an incredible introduction to the travel media industry and how it works. Everyone has been welcoming and they’ve offered lots of advice for getting started — be it freelance or in-house. Getting to experience the differences between how PRs and journalists work has not only broadened my writing skills (GEO, SEO, print media and news segments) but also taught me how to adapt to new environments and transfer skills and knowledge that I’ve learnt elsewhere.” 

This concludes the updates from this year’s five interns. Subscribe to the TMA Step Up newsletter for updates on the 2027 programme and applications, which open later this year.   

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About �鶹Ӱ��      
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.       

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s also a leading reseller of advertising for national newspapers, with content created for national newspapers, too. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide. aplmedia.co.uk 

The Production team manage a wide range of work across print and digital, from national press content and campaigns to commercial management and client liaison. 

Production manager��

Daniel Gregory 
Dan leads the team at �鶹Ӱ�� to deliver high-quality publishing projects, manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders and keep moving parts running smoothly. He enjoys solving problems and finding smarter ways of working. 

Production coordinators��

Anthony Wright — The Telegraph spreads 
Anthony is responsible for managing a weekly broadsheet project in partnership with The Telegraph. He’s responsible for creating advertorial layouts, liaising directly with clients and ensuring all content meets both client expectations and publication standards. 

Lisa Poston — print DR 
Lisa heads up the newspaper production team at �鶹Ӱ��. She manages The Telegraph publications and oversees the team working on The Guardian and London Standard features, including designing advertorials, processing adverts and collating all material for the final pages to go to print. 

Drew O’Neill — digital DR 
Drew delivers content campaigns for some of the UK’s leading media brands, including The Independent, The Telegraph and Evening Standard. He oversees the digital production team, managing end-to-end campaign delivery across multiple projects and enjoys building strong relationships, improving workflows and helping teams work more effectively. 

Production controllers��— print��

Karl Martins  
Karl manages the end-to-end production of print publications for Living360 across major UK newspapers, including The Guardian, London Standard and The Telegraph. He coordinates workflows from initial booking through to print and digital release, ensuring all commercial content meets strict technical and regulatory standards. 

Ben Durston  
Ben manage the production lifecycle of national newspaper supplements and advertising campaigns across The Guardian, London Standard, The Telegraph, The i Paper and for Living360 and is responsible for delivering high-quality supplements across leading UK national newspaper titles, from concept to press and digital release. 

Gordon Wallis  
Gordon works on the publications to accompany London Standard to help clients turn their text and images into eye-catching print advertorials. His technical pre-press background spans more than 20 years and magazines covering lifestyle, education, handcrafts, engineering and performing arts. 

Production controllers��— digital display and online content listings��

Fazal Miah  
Fazal works on digital content production and project delivery for leading media brands including The Independent, The Telegraph and London Standard for multi-channel digital campaigns across a range of sectors, including travel, health, finance, legal, education, technology, charities and food and drink.  

Mwape Kapambwe  
Mwape manages the digital production process for advertising campaigns featured on telegraph.co.uk. She works closely with clients, sales teams and �鶹Ӱ��’s editorial team to coordinate content, oversee proofing, manage feedback and approvals and ensure campaigns are delivered accurately and on schedule. 

Production controllers��—��magazines:��National Geographic Traveller��(UK),��The Collection, branded��content��and travel trade��

Natasha Ullman  
Natasha oversees the production of branded content at National Geographic Traveller (UK) and the destination-focused section by the Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) across print and digital. She manages commercial campaigns, overseeing scheduling, collaborating with editorial and sales teams to deliver impactful, multi-platform content.  

Vinny Bains 
Vinny contributes to the creation and delivery of The Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK), supporting the production process from concept through to publication to bring each issue together seamlessly, delivering engaging and polished magazine content. 

Joe Mendonca 
Joe oversees the production of �鶹Ӱ��’s key titles, including National Geographic Traveller (UK) and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide and is the crucial link between clients, commercial partners and editorial teams to ensure a seamless publishing process. 

Meet the Team Mondays will continue over the coming months, introducing colleagues from across �鶹Ӱ�� and offering the chance to put faces to the names behind the brands.   

Explore current vacancies at �鶹Ӱ��: /careers/ 

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About �鶹Ӱ��   
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.    

�鶹Ӱ�� 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 

Inside, readers can explore the annual beer festival in Deer Valley, Utah; plan the ultimate safari to the east African nation of Tanzania; experience the world-famous Italian city of Florence; and sail through the likes of Curaçao, Aruba and the Bahamas on an adventure-filled voyage with Royal Caribbean. 

The issue also looks at spending the perfect weekend in Québec City, with its historic French influence; delving deeper into London’s iconic West End theatre scene; and where to catch a tango show in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  �į&�Բ�����;

Farida Zeynalova, editor,��said: “This issue is��the perfect companion for travel inspiration this autumn.��In particular,��Jessica��Prupas’s��guide to Québec City��—��the only fortified city north of Mexico��—��left me eager to start planning my first visit to Canada.”��

Alongside the absorbing features, stunning photography and comprehensive destination guides, readers can find special offers from the travel agencies represented by the Travel Leaders Network.   �į&�Բ�����;

Read the digital version of the Fall 2026 issue . &�Բ�����;

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Postcards is an award-winning custom travel magazine published by �鶹Ӱ�� four times per year exclusively for Travel Leaders Network. The magazine is distributed to 170,000 top travel customers in the US, delivering exciting editorial on today’s most popular destinations and unique travel experiences. �į&�Բ�����;

Contact: �į&�Բ�����;

For editorial enquiries: �į&�Բ�����;
Tel: +44 (0)20 7253 9906 �į&�Բ�����;
editorial@aplmedia.co.uk �į&�Բ�����;

Farida Zeynalova, editor �į&�Բ�����;
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7253 9906 �į&�Բ�����;
farida.zeynalova@aplmedia.co.uk �į&�Բ�����;

Maria Pieri, editorial director �į&�Բ�����;
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7253 9906 �į&�Բ�����;
maria.pieri@aplmedia.co.uk &�Բ�����;

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About �鶹Ӱ��   

�鶹Ӱ�� 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.    

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards.  Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide, with editorial and advertorial content also created for national newspapers. aplmedia.co.uk 

Discover: 

• How to��relive��the golden age of Las Vegas.��Discover how a desert outpost grew to become a global entertainment hub — and the experiences that bring the city’s retro history to life. Read��.��
• Why the Lithuanian city of Kaunas makes an ideal weekend break.��Spend a few relaxing days exploring expansive parklands, a thriving creative scene and striking architecture in this Baltic destination. Read��.��
• How to plan a slow weekend in New York State’s Orange��County.��Spend three days exploring this bucolic corner of the Hudson Valley, where small towns and independent shops sit between scenic orchards and rolling farmland. Read��.��
• Surfing,��sunshine��and black sand��—��a��coast-to-coast guide to Nicaragua.��Between its Pacific and Caribbean fringes, this Central American nation offers wildlife-rich rainforests, laid-back beach��towns��and volcanic landscapes. Read��.��
• What to do in the Côte d’Azur��—��from hiking to��cycling.��Much more than a fly-and-flop��destination, in Nice’s surroundings��you can tackle the trails at dawn and relax by the sea at sunset. Read��.��
• The ultimate guide to��Šibenik, Croatia’s oldest coastal town.��Sat on a quiet��harbour��on Croatia’s Adriatic��coast, the city of��Šibenik��is home to a thriving��old��town rich in seafood tavernas and medieval architecture. Read��.��

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

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� 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 

Kavarna first interned at TTG Media, where she attended the annual Fairer Travel Event and had the opportunity to network with professionals in the wider industry and discuss varied opinions on current events. A highlight was hearing comedian Rosie Jones speak on what the travel industry can learn from intersectionality and how it can intentionally spotlight disabled voices. The event gave Kavarna a clearer understanding of which topics and conversations are shaping the industry today.  

For her final task at TTG Media, Kavarna worked with luxury travel reporter Emma Dooney on an article about upcoming hotels and cruises for 2027. This offered her insight into the relationships between different PR companies, as the article was based on a press release from Grifco PR. In her final task, she wrote an article based on press release information and received useful, constructive criticism and advice about how to structure her writing and follow a strict editorial tone of voice. 

At Virgin Atlantic, Kavarna was involved in bringing the Heart and Seoul campaign to life following the launch of the new Heathrow to Seoul flight route. She assisted with a pre-event photoshoot, a VIP event and captured social media content to support the campaign’s coverage.  

On top of this, she helped with crafting Virgin Atlantic’s press releases and email pitches for their annual Passport for Change programme, tracked daily news, managed a busy press inbox, booked travel arrangements and compiled coverage reports of previous PR campaigns. 

Kavarna says, “It’s��been amazing to work with such��lovely teams��at��TTG Media and��Virgin Atlantic. The experience has shown me that no two days in��travel journalism and��PR look the same. I learnt so many valuable skills��during��this placement, including how to manage communications during both positive and negative moments. It was��really��insightful��to sit in team meetings, hear everyone’s ideas��and contribute��to plans��that help generate press for Virgin Atlantic.”��

Stay tuned for updates from the rest of this year’s cohort. Subscribe to the TMA Step Up newsletter for updates on the 2027 programme and applications, which open later this year.   

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About �鶹Ӱ��      
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.       

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s also a leading reseller of advertising for national newspapers, with content created for national newspapers, too. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide. aplmedia.co.uk 

The latest Latin America Collection by National Geographic Traveller (UK) explores a more responsible way to experience one of the world’s most captivating regions. From spotting wildlife in its natural habitat to stepping inside communities preserving centuries-old traditions, this issue reveals that the most memorable travel moments are rarely staged — they’re built on patience, curiosity and meaningful exchange. 

This reflects a wider shift in how people are travelling. According to Booking.com’s 2025 Sustainable Travel Report, 93% of travellers say they want to make more sustainable travel choices, highlighting a growing appetite for journeys that create authentic connections with the places they visit and the communities who call them home. 

Charlotte Wigram Evans, editor, said: “The best journeys are the ones that change the way we see a place. In this issue, we reveal how to experience one of the Amazon’s most beloved animals, the sloth, responsibly, moving beyond the viral selfie to discover the joy of spotting these remarkable creatures in the wild. We also meet two groups of Indigenous women in the Peruvian Amazon who are sharing ancestral knowledge and traditional crafts with visitors to help protect their heritage.” 

Elsewhere, we uncover how communities in Panama City are rewriting the story of neighbourhoods once overlooked by tourists, and explore the country’s most memorable experiences, from Indigenous-led adventures to turtle conservation projects. 

Also in this edition: 

• Journey to Colombia’s Caribbean coast, where hidden islands beyond Cartagena offer a wilder, slower side of the region.��
• Head south to Chile’s Patagonia Verde, and discover rainforests, glaciers and fjords that reveal a lesser-known side of this iconic landscape.��
• Celebrate Latin America’s most unusual festivals, with centuries-old rituals and celebrations bringing communities together.��

All this, plus a roundup of Latin America’s most luxurious retreats and hotels — brought to you by our advertising partners — to aid you in planning your next lavish escape. 

Website: News, features and more:   
Find us on Facebook:   
Instagram:   

National Geographic Traveller (UK) digital edition is available for Apple, Android and Kindle:   &�Բ�����;

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) is published under licence by �鶹Ӱ�� Limited, from National Geographic Partners LLC in Washington, DC. The travel and lifestyle magazine launched in December 2010 and is packed full of you-are-there photography, authentic travel experiences and inspiring narratives.   &�Բ�����;

For more information about National Geographic, visit , find us on the National Geographic app or visit us at , , , , ,  a�Ի� . &�Բ�����;

Contact

For editorial enquiries��
+44 (0) 20 7253 9906 ��
editorial@natgeotraveller.co.uk ��

Maria Pieri, editorial director & chief operating officer ��
+44 (0) 20 7253 9906 ��
maria.pieri@natgeotraveller.co.uk ��

Matthew Jackson, chief executive officer ��
+44 (0) 20 7253 9909 ��
matthew.jackson@natgeotraveller.co.uk ��

 Anthony Leyens,��chairman��and co-founder ��
+44 (0) 20 7253 9909 ��
anthony.leyens@natgeotraveller.co.uk ��

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s 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 

Running since the beginning of June, the content strategy features over 10 curated newsletters, each exploring subjects like the best European summer spots for families and classic Mediterranean experiences, as well as country-specific spotlights.  

Plus, a dedicated  complements an array of website-exclusive storytelling centred around summer travel in Europe. 

Discover some of the content: 

• 10 European food festivals you��won’t��want to miss this summer.��Whether��they’re��celebrating sardines, spicy sausage, plums or pickles, these events bring communities together with local food, traditional��drinks��and rich culinary cultures. Read��.��
• Try Europe’s best city-to-swim rail trips this summer.��Whether��you’re��in Turin,��Bergen��or San Sebastián, a wild swimming experience is often only a short train ride away. Read��.��
• 5 alternative European islands to explore this summer.��Europe’s islands have long lured��travellers��and a break from the mainland promises escapism and discovery.��Read��.��

Don’t miss out on upcoming postcards: follow National Geographic Traveller (UK) on social media  
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Don’t miss out on upcoming summer travel recommendations. Subscribe to the multi-award-winning newsletter by National Geographic Traveller (UK), here:   

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� 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 

The Italian islands remain one of the country’s biggest draws for travellers, with Sardinia alone welcoming 22 million arrivals last year. But look beyond the big hitters and you’ll find more than 400 smaller, lesser-known isles, many of them visited mainly by Italians. This month’s cover story is packed with inspiration for those looking to experience a sliver of local life here, whether that means soaking up the art on display in Italy’s first Capital of Contemporary Art or exploring the coral-rich waters of the Tremiti Islands. 

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• Uzbekistan:��Unearth the legacy of the Silk Road on a journey in the footsteps of merchants and nomads��
• Azores:��On these remote Atlantic islands, a culture of self-reliance has generated a distinct��food culture��
• Rwanda:��Thriving art, food and fashion scenes are putting the spotlight on Rwanda’s��overlooked capital��
• Lake Titicaca: Experience a homestay with the weaving communities on this high-altitude��Peruvian lake��
• Music Trips:��We round up eight of the best experiences for crate-diggers, opera aficionados and more��
• Uluru:��Hike��through the Outback on an Indigenous-led hike ending at Australia’s sacred monolith��
• Tetouan��& Tamuda Bay:��Jagged peaks and Mediterranean waters meet in this quiet Moroccan corner��
• Somerset:��In search of the farmers and cider brewers championing the county’s best-loved tipple��
• Manchester:��The��Northern powerhouse’s industrial heritage lives on in its booming hotel scene��
• Boston:��Get to know Massachusetts’ capital through its revolutionary heroes and sporting legends��

The Edit: Slide into the saddle on a US dude ranch; the openings, new experiences and seasonal events on our radar; European surfing breaks in which to savour the last of the summer’s warmth; a taste of Belgium’s brewing heritage in Flanders; the best bites in Lyon according to a local chef; fossil hunting and craft ales in Lyme Regis; a vine-swaddled palace on ���貹����’s Biscay coast; a taste of local life in Budapest; and the renaissance of ��󾱲Բ�’s 24-hour spas.  

Special Interest: Oliver Smith relives a misspent youth in Hamburg’s Miniatur Wunderland 

In Focus: All the latest from the world of travel photography 

Expert Traveller: The rise of spiritual travel is our One to Watch this month; The Lowdown discovers whether it’s possible to overcome a fear of flying; Kit List returns with essential equipment for birders; The Story Behind slices into the history of mooncakes; How To tells you how to master phone photography; and Great Little Place sees National Geographic Traveller (UK) readers share their favourite London haunts. Finally, actor and TV presenter Terry Crewes discusses his most memorable journeys in My Travels. 

PLUS: Win a weekend break at The Tawny Hotel in Staffordshire:  

For a 26-page digital sample of the September issue, visit:  

National Geographic Traveller (UK) has a cover price of £6.25, is available via subscription and on newsstands and is published 10 times a year. Find out more at  

Current subscription offer: Get five issues for £25 
 

Website: News, features and more:  

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) digital edition is available for Apple, Android and Kindle:  

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National Geographic Traveller (UK) is published under licence by �鶹Ӱ�� Limited, from National Geographic Partners LLC in Washington, DC. The travel and lifestyle magazine launched in December 2010 and is packed full of you-are-there photography, authentic travel experiences and inspiring narratives.  

For more information about National Geographic, visit , , , , ,  a�Ի� . 

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� 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 

From avoiding common mistakes to sharing what worked for her, �鶹Ӱ��’s editorial intern Grace Clift shares seven tips for securing a media internship. 

1. Take the cold (email) plunge����

Don’t be afraid to email people you admire. I secured my six-week internship at �鶹Ӱ�� after reaching out to Georgia Stephens, features editor at National Geographic Traveller (UK), to compliment her on one of her print articles and to say that I was interested in seeing the magazine’s production in person. Plus, many companies don’t publicly announce they offer early work experience, so it’s always worth sending that email.  

2. Build a portfolio��

The strongest applicants demonstrate existing experience in the internship’s focus area, as well as some general media skills. To build your portfolio early on, make use of your personal social media profiles by regularly writing about a topic on Substack or producing short-form content for social platforms such as TikTok. University publications can also be an accessible way for students looking to get their first bylines. 

3. Make yourself known����

LinkedIn is a powerful tool, not only for connecting aspiring media professionals with entry-level opportunities, but for chronicling a career journey. A frequently updated LinkedIn profile — even if just to share projects you’ve worked on, articles you’ve enjoyed, events you’ve attended or skills you’re developing — demonstrates that an applicant is actively interacting with the industry and regularly achieving new milestones.   

4. Diversify your CV����

The best CVs demonstrate flexibility and openness. No internship covers just one area of expertise — you may be great at writing features, but it’s likely you’ll need to work on social media or marketing, too. Applicants shouldn’t just showcase one style of writing either. Being able to write formally and casually, for different types of newspapers, websites and magazines proves that you can adapt to various styles and tasks.  

5. Do your research��

Media internships get hundreds of applications, and many of them are entirely generic. It’s likely editors will have read ‘Dear reader’ countless times before they get to your application, so showing that you’ve taken the time to find out their name may make them pause. Learn about the structure of the company, the titles they produce and mention any projects you’ve enjoyed. Don’t shy away from adding details. 

6. Grow your network��

Opportunities can come from the most random encounters without forcing connections at stuffy events. Media societies at universities are particularly useful for stepping into a network of like-minded creators early on, but reaching out to people directly on social media can unearth just as many leads. Don’t be afraid to connect with those in your dream job right now and ask them for advice over a coffee.  

7. Be persistent����

Media internships can be fiercely competitive, so it’s best to become comfortable with rejection. It can be difficult, but it doesn’t mean you aren’t good enough or won’t be able to enter the industry. Rejections are often about timing and budget as well as competition. I’ve been rejected lots of times before, but then I found my dream internship here at APL Media.  
 
One practical tip: Instagram has become a useful place to spot creative job opportunities, so follow careers pages and purposefully linger on posts for a second longer to curate an industry-centric algorithm that does half the work for you.  

Breaking into media rarely happens with one application. Every email you send, portfolio piece you publish and connection you make builds towards the next opportunity. Stay curious, keep creating and don’t let rejection stop you from applying again. 

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Are you interested in reading about what qualities �鶹Ӱ�� looks for in an intern? Visit: /top-qualities-we-look-for-in-an-intern/  

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About �鶹Ӱ�� 
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.  

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s 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 

During her placement at FINN Partners, Dharshinee refined her pitch writing skills, adapting to the fast-paced environment of a PR office and developing her understanding of using Onclusive for speedy reporting on coverage alerts. In her final week, she landed coverage in The Sun, a very apt booking for her next four-week placement. 

Following her time with FINN Partners, Dharshinee moved to The Sun, where she got straight to work writing destination exclusives and articles for Sun Club, The Sun’s subscription-based platform. She enjoyed spending the days writing, learning what a tabloid newspaper looks for and developing her skills and technique as a travel writer. 

She particularly enjoyed researching summer events happening across the UK and looking up free museums for a listicle piece. She refined her knowledge of putting together articles and features in WordPress, working on different styles of formatting and adding imagery from The Sun’s portal.  

Dharshinee says: “It’s been a whirlwind to say the least — the last eight weeks have shown me where my interests lie and the variety in this industry. I’ve even developed a portfolio of my published pieces. 

“Best of all, I can finally reveal that FINN Partners has offered me a job as an assistant account executive and I’m due to start on 10 August! I’m really grateful for Step Up and how this scheme has truly changed my life for the better.”  

Stay tuned for updates from the rest of this year’s cohort. Subscribe to the TMA Step Up newsletter for updates on the 2027 programme and applications, which open later this year.   

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About �鶹Ӱ��      
�鶹Ӱ�� 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.       

�鶹Ӱ�� delivers custom content, branded campaigns and editorial consultancy, internship schemes including Step Up and produces leading events such as the Travel Media Awards. It’s also a leading reseller of advertising for national newspapers, with content created for national newspapers, too. Its trade titles include Postcards and the ASTA Worldwide Destination Guide. aplmedia.co.uk 

Working across print and digital, you’ll take projects from concept through to publication, creating compelling editorial layouts, commercial content and social assets while maintaining the high design standards our brands are known for.

You’ll work closely with editors, writers, photographers, illustrators, commercial teams and production, managing multiple projects simultaneously while contributing creative ideas across the business.

If you are interested in any of these opportunities, click below to apply or email your CV to��careers@aplmedia.co.uk