EXCLUSIVE APPLICATION-BASED
LISTICLE
INVITATION
Title: Austria 2026: The Must-Visit Stays Defining the Year Ahead
Publishing Partner: Condé Nast Traveler
Application Deadline: December 15th
Digital or Print: Digital (via cntraveler.com)
Publishing Month: January 2026
Editorial Listicle Package Includes:
A professionally written feature (100–150 words, adapted to your brand)
An exclusive placement in the editorial listicle “Austria 2026: The Must-Visit Stays Defining the Year Ahead” published in Condé Nast Traveler
Inclusion in the year’s most authoritative travel feature, setting the standard for 2026’s luxury and hospitality trends (up to 10 exclusive placements available)
Strong amplification of your reach and target audience exposure through the audiences of other selected hotels, who will share the article on their platforms once it goes live.
Full SEO optimization with an indexed backlink driving traffic directly to your website
One high-resolution image featured alongside your segment
Long-term visibility on Condé Nast Traveler
Opportunity to repurpose your editorial across your own channels (website, newsletters, social media, booking sites, investor decks)
Note: The editorial team may lightly refine the final headline closer to publication date to ensure maximum seasonal relevance and client alignment. The core theme and positioning will remain the same.
What Is This Listicle About?
Launching in January 2026, this Condé Nast Traveler feature opens the year with one of the most authoritative travel editorials in the industry — a defining collection that sets the tone for Europe’s luxury and hospitality trends in 2026.
This curated feature will include a maximum of 10 exceptional Austrian hotels and resorts, celebrating the country’s mastery of design, wellness, and world-class hospitality. From serene alpine sanctuaries to reimagined heritage estates, each property selected will embody the sophistication and soul of modern Austrian travel — told through Condé Nast Traveler’s signature editorial lens.
The listicle will showcase a refined mix of boutique hotels, wellness retreats, lakeside resorts, and heritage properties that together define the new era of Austrian luxury — from Vienna’s grand tradition to the serenity of the Alps.
As the first major travel feature of the year, this editorial doesn’t simply highlight where to stay — it defines which destinations, experiences, and stories will shape Austria’s travel identity in 2026. Featured properties become part of the conversation that sets the direction for discerning travelers, tastemakers, and the international hospitality industry in the year ahead.
Only a handful of placements are available, reserved for properties that reflect true distinction and set the benchmark for European hospitality.
Is This Feature Right for You?
Luxury Hotels → distinguished five-star properties setting new benchmarks for Austrian sophistication and service excellence
Boutique Stays → design-led retreats and intimate hideaways capturing a sense of place through personality and detail
Wellness Resorts → Alpine sanctuaries, thermal spas, and holistic escapes embodying balance, renewal, and natural beauty
Ski Chalets → exclusive mountain residences that define the winter season across Austria’s iconic alpine regions
Lake & Countryside Resorts → serene destinations surrounded by nature, where tranquility meets refined hospitality
Heritage Properties → castles, villas, and grand estates where Austria’s cultural legacy meets modern interpretation
Editorial Quality Assurance
This feature is produced as contributor content — an established format used for high-value features across the publication. It carries a regular small byline noting that Condé Nast Traveler’s editorial staff was not involved in its creation of this content, maintaining transparency while preserving full editorial integrity. Unlike promotional or affiliate pieces, it appears without any “sponsored” or “advertisement” labeling — ensuring your inclusion stands within Condé Nast Traveler’s premium storytelling framework, consistent with the publication’s tone, quality, and global authority.
Confidentiality Notice
We respect your privacy. All application details, personal information, and submission materials will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with third parties. The process is fully discrete and by invitation only, ensuring that only a handful of exceptional candidates are selected. Once the selection process is complete, the final article will be published as an editorial-style feature with no sponsored markings, making your inclusion seamlessly integrated into Condé Nast Traveler
LISTICLE ENTRY
Our listicle entry isn’t open to everyone. Our invitations are hand-picked, reserved only for pre-selected candidates whose brands match the prestige of the outlet. That’s how we keep the standard high — and the listicle itself powerful..
ABOUT
A Global Standard in Travel Media
Condé Nast Traveler is one of the world’s most trusted and influential travel publications, setting the benchmark for aspirational yet credible travel storytelling. Since 1987, it has earned authority through its “Truth in Travel” commitment and today stands as the go-to source for discerning travelers planning their next trip.
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16M+ monthly unique visitors across cntraveler.com
22M+ monthly video views and 16M+ social followers
68% U.S. readership with strong U.K., Canadian, and Australian presence
Audience skews 58% female, ages 25–54, with high household income and premium travel spend
Average U.S. audience purchasing power: $500B+ combined
Why It Matters To You
A Condé Nast Traveler feature places your name in front of affluent, high-intent travelers actively researching where to go, where to stay, and what to book this season. With a digital domain authority of 89+, every placement delivers not just prestige, but lasting SEO equity — your brand gains a powerful backlink and a feature that continues driving traffic long after publication.
Impact
More than just visibility, Condé Nast Traveler is a credibility badge. Being featured here signals to readers, partners, and competitors alike that your brand belongs among the most trusted names in global travel. It’s an evergreen stamp of authority that elevates reputation, supports PR campaigns, and boosts conversions across all your channels.
THE POWER OF
LISTICLES
Listicles offer an elegant, accessible way to get your business in front of Editorial. Listicles offer a powerful, story-driven way to position your brand in front of millions of aligned, high-intent readers — all while becoming part of a curated narrative that enhances your credibility and exposure.
They are cost-effective, SEO-optimized, and highly shareable, making them one of the smartest media investments for emerging or independent brands looking to break into premium digital PR.
While a standalone branded feature in a top-tier outlet like Condé Nast Traveler can range from $8,000 to $20,000, inclusion in a thoughtfully produced listicle delivers 80–90% of the same value — at a fraction of the cost — without sacrificing professionalism, storytelling quality, or search visibility.
Being featured alongside other respected names adds instant social proof, increases your perceived brand value, and places you within a trusted editorial environment that resonates with readers.
For many businesses, a listicle feature is the ideal gateway into global digital PR, offering brand recognition, SEO equity, and evergreen discoverability in one beautiful editorial package.
SEE HOW OUR EDITORIAL FEATURES COME TO LIFE
Explore one of our previously published listicles — a showcase of storytelling, design, and editorial quality that defines every campaign we produce.
THE PROCESS
Apply via our application form
Our editorial team reviews all submissions for fit and alignment.
Please apply only if you’re ready to confirm participation upon selection.
If selected
You’ll receive an official confirmation email with the next steps.
Within 48 hours, confirm your preferred payment method — secure payment link or bank transfer.
Once confirmed, you’ll receive full participation details and an invoice for EUR 2,700.Payment & Editorial Phase
Payment is due within 7 days of confirmation.
After payment, our editors craft your 100–150-word editorial feature based on submitted assets (quote, bio, photos, link).
You’ll have the opportunity to review and approve your segment before publication.Publishing & Deliverables
Your article is published on cntraveler.com with an indexed backlink to your website.
You’ll also receive a press-ready link and optional promotional assets for your own channels.
APPLICATION
Apply now to be considered for Condé Nast Traveler’s January Edition — the landmark issue that sets the tone for the entire year. Published only once annually, this is the most competitive editorial moment of the calendar — where the names shaping the year ahead are defined.
Application Deadline: December 15th, 2025.
Editorial Note
Access to this page is by private invitation only. If you’ve been directed here, your brand has already been identified as a strong potential fit for this upcoming feature.
Due to exceptionally high demand and a highly selective editorial review process, placements are approved on a rolling basis — and in some cases, select candidates may be invited to confirm their placement earlier to secure their inclusion ahead of the deadline.
Because categories and regional allocations are limited, some may close well before the official application date. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for the best opportunity to be reviewed and considered for inclusion in this limited-edition feature.
Editorial Quality Assurance
This feature is produced as contributor content — an established format used for high-value features across the publication. It carries a regular small byline noting that Condé Nast Traveler’s editorial staff was not involved in its creation of this content, maintaining transparency while preserving full editorial integrity. Unlike promotional or affiliate pieces, it appears without any “sponsored” or “advertisement” labeling — ensuring your inclusion stands within Condé Nast Traveler’s premium storytelling framework, consistent with the publication’s tone, quality, and global authority.
Confidentiality Notice
We respect your privacy. All application details, personal information, and submission materials will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with third parties. The process is fully discrete and by invitation only, ensuring that only a handful of exceptional candidates are selected. Once the selection process is complete, the final article will be published as an editorial-style feature with no sponsored markings, making your inclusion seamlessly integrated into Condé Nast Traveler
WHAT HAPPENS IF
YOU’RE SELECTED?
If you’re selected, you’ll receive a private email invitation welcoming you into the feature and outlining the next steps in detail. This email will ask you to confirm your preferred payment method — either via secure payment link or bank transfer — within 48 hours of receiving it. Once confirmed, you will receive your invoice and participation details.
Please note that selection is highly limited and confirms your editorial placement. We kindly ask that only applicants who are fully prepared to proceed with payment upon selection apply, as each confirmed spot represents a reserved editorial space within the Condé Nast Traveler feature.
Investment (Only Upon Selection)
You will be invited to confirm your placement with a one-time editorial contribution of EUR 2,700, which includes:
Professionally written feature in Condé Nast Traveler’s editorial tone
Guaranteed inclusion in the January 2026 Edition — the defining Condé Nast Traveler feature that opens the year and sets the tone for global travel in 2026
Exclusive placement within the article (up to max 10 spots available)
Full SEO integration and Google-indexed backlink
Long-term visibility on cntraveler.com (DA 89 / DR 88)
Opportunity to repurpose your published article across your own marketing channels (website, social media, newsletters, investor decks, etc.)
One high-resolution image (landscape orientation, minimum 2000px wide) to accompany your feature
Please note: participation is by invitation only and reserved for applicants ready to confirm their placement upon selection.
NOT SELECTED?
YOU MAY STILL HEAR FROM US
If you're not selected for this listicle, don’t worry, we keep a highly curated list of standout businesses we genuinely believe in. When new editorial features come up, we revisit that list first.