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  • Nat Geo magazine appoints Susan Goldberg as first female editor in chief

    Nat Geo magazine appoints Susan Goldberg as first female editor in chief

     National Geographic Magazine appoints Ms. Susan Goldberg as the Editor-in-Chief. The first female to hold that position, Susan is also the 10th editor-in chief in the 126-year history of this iconic magazine. In India, National Geographic Magazine is published by Amar Chitra Katha under the license of National Geographic Society.

    “Susan has an incredible drive and vision, which makes her a wonderful choice to lead the magazine and daily news through their next iterations,” says Chris Johns, who will now serve the company in the newly created role of chief content officer.

     

    Susan joined NatGeo in January as an executive editor of news and features. Prior to this she was the editor for Bloomberg News in Washington, as well as the top editor of the Plain Dealer in Cleveland and the San Jose Mercury News.

     

    “I am privileged to take this new role, and excited about exploring new avenues,” said Ms Susan Goldberg. “It’s an honor to be part of such a great publication and to work with its talented and dedicated team”, she further added.

     

    Commenting on her appointment, National Geographic Magazines India editor in chief Niloufer Venkatraman said: “It will be wonderful to work with Susan. We will discuss and publish more stories that have special relevance to Indian readers”.

  • National Geographic Traveller India magazine to launch their 2nd Anniversary issue in July

    National Geographic Traveller India magazine to launch their 2nd Anniversary issue in July

    MUMBAI: National Geographic Traveller India published by Amar Chitra Katha Pvt. Ltd., India’s favourite travel magazine announces the launch of its 2nd Anniversary issue which is built around the theme ‘Return to Roots’. National Geographic Traveller is the ultimate travel companion for the discerning Indian globetrotter.

     

    “It’s a celebratory year for us as within two years of its launch NGTI has won the best travel magazine award from www.tripadvisor.com and two Echo DMAi awards for its advertising creatives. This proves that not only have we produced great content over two years, but we have also created the best customer engaging solutions for our advertisers”, said Mr. Manas Mohan, CEO, Publishing, Amar Chitra Katha Pvt. Ltd.

     

    Commenting on the growth of the magazine, Mr. Manas Mohan said, “The magazine has grown by 35% in the last one year. It has been observed that 50 per cent of readers consider the content timeless, and so want to keep the magazine for its rich content. This increases the shelf life of our magazine and helps in a longer engagement period for our advertisers. The ad-content ratio for the magazine is 25:75”. He further added, “The sale of the magazine has grown from 95,000 copies last year to 110,000 copies this year. Of this, 25 per cent comprises subscription sale, while the rest is newsstand sale. The magazine is doing very well and we are looking at better numbers this year”, he further added.

     

    “Our 2nd anniversary issue unfolds stories on travelling to rediscover our roots and heritage. The stories in this issue explore how travel can compel people to examine themselves in the light of where they came from, the place they live in, who they are, and the relationships they may have had”, said Ms. Niloufer Venkatraman, Editor, National Geographic Traveller India magazine. She further added, “We are thrilled when people tell us that the inspiring narratives we publish have motivated them to go out and explore more of the world. NGTI has over the last two years given Indian families the most enduring travelling experiences through interesting photographs, stories, features and more”.

     

    National Geographic Traveller India’s 2nd anniversary issue will also include a refreshed design, revamped sections, and engaging editorial additions that readers can look forward to. Some of the sections of the magazine that will be topped up with interesting content are Navigate, Voices, and Short Breaks. Readers can also look forward to a fun photo contest and a fabulous new travel storytelling competition.

  • NGTI launched their Summer Holiday Special Issue

    NGTI launched their Summer Holiday Special Issue

    MUMBAI: National Geographic Traveller India (NGTI) magazine from the house of Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd, the publisher of India’s, and the world’s, most widely read travel magazine launched their Summer Holiday Special Issue. The ultimate travel companion, NGTI holiday special offers readers a buffet of ideas to plan a family holiday during summers.

     

    With focus on experiential holidays for Indian families, NGTI is the only travel magazine, which has dedicated its cover page to the kids. This summer special issue helps their readers to plan an unforgettable family holiday along with great photographs of the ultimate travel destination.The issue also features international locations that will provide the readers a global holiday experience.

     

    Manas Mohan, Publishing Director, NGTI Magazine said,”With this Summer Special issue we have focused on content that is family driven. NGTI is known for creating an experience for the family with its unique storytelling quality. This also provides a huge platform for the advertisers to reach out to its target audience. We are glad that NGTI has been enhancing, expressing and inspiring travel for Indian families. We have always emphasized on developing quality content and making it a lot more than a travel magazine. We hope that our efforts of bringing together the legacy and culture of a travel experience will be appreciated by our readers.”

     

    “The summer season is synonymous with fun and summer special issue is full of ideas for lively experiences. The holiday buzz makes us feel the need to gather some friends and take a road trip, plot a family outdoor break, even brave the heat of the jungle to see a big cat. Our suggestions for active escapes will inspire joyous vacations whose memories will last all year long. Besides, we’ve got the Nat Geo Traveller Best of the World list which features destinations, from Argentina to Oz, to hang out in 2014” says the magazine’s Editor Niloufer Venkatraman

     

    Over the years, National Geographic Traveller India has given the Indian families the best travelling experience through best photographs, stories, features and much more.

     

    So get ready to pick up your copy of National Geographic Traveller India’s new Summer Holiday Special issue and plan your getaway this summer with your family.

     

    National Geographic Traveller India’s summer holiday special issue will be available at all book stands from 1st March @ Rs 120

     

    To subscribe, log on to www.natgeotraveller.in and explore new places, read travel blogs, participate in photo contests and step into a world of inspiring travel.