EXCLUSIVE APPLICATION-BASED
LISTICLE
INVITATION
Title: Europe 2026: Where the World Will Eat Next
Publishing Partner: Condé Nast Traveler
Application Deadline: December 5th
Print or Digital: 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 “Europe 2026: Where the World Will Eat Next” published in Condé Nast Traveler
Inclusion in the year’s most authoritative travel feature, setting the standard for 2026’s gastronomy trends (up to max 10 exclusive placements available)
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, Condé Nast Traveler’s “Europe 2026: Where the World Will Eat Next” is the definitive culinary forecast of the year; a curated editorial spotlighting the restaurants, chefs, and concepts shaping the future of European dining.
This feature goes beyond Michelin stars and openings. It’s about influence — who is setting the tone for global taste, redefining what fine dining, locality, and experience mean today. From Copenhagen — the culinary capital of the world — to chef-led destinations in the Alps, coastal sanctuaries in Croatia, and avant-garde kitchens in Paris, these are the places not just feeding travelers, but inspiring the world’s next menus.
Each featured restaurant will stand as a testament to the new identity of European gastronomy — where heritage meets innovation, sustainability becomes an art form, and storytelling unfolds through every plate. This editorial will trace how culture, craft, and creativity intersect across the continent’s most remarkable tables.
As part of Condé Nast Traveler’s January 2026 Edition, this feature doesn’t simply highlight where to dine — it defines the culinary direction of Europe itself. The establishments included will join an elite circle shaping the global dialogue in luxury travel, hospitality, and contemporary cuisine.
Only a limited number of restaurants will be featured — reserved for those that truly lead Europe’s new culinary era.
Is This Feature Right for You?
Fine-Dining Icons → Michelin-starred and internationally acclaimed restaurants leading Europe’s culinary evolution
Hotel Restaurants → signature dining destinations within luxury hotels redefining hospitality through cuisine
Chef-Led Concepts → creative, personality-driven spaces where the chef’s philosophy shapes the entire experience
New Guard Dining → rising names and reimagined traditions introducing fresh perspectives on regional gastronomy
Sustainable & Seasonal → restaurants grounded in locality, produce, and planet-forward innovation
Destination Dining → remote, scenic, or design-forward locations that turn a meal into a journey
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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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.
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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 2,800.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 5th, 2025
Editorial Note
Our editorial team may approve select candidates ahead of the official deadline, allowing some to secure their placement early in the process.
Each feature is curated through a selective editorial review that considers quality, concept, originality, audience relevance, and geographic diversity. Because each edition aims for a balanced and exceptional mix, certain categories or regions may close well before the deadline once capacity is reached.
We strongly encourage early applications, as editorial approval is granted on a rolling basis and placements for high-demand categories are often finalized in advance.
APPLICATION FORM
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 to the feature and a detailed outline of the next steps. 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.
Your one-time editorial contribution covers the full Condé Nast Traveler experience, including guaranteed inclusion in the January 2026 edition of Europe 2026: Where the World Will Eat Next, a professionally written feature (100–150 words), publication on cntraveler.com, full SEO optimization with a Google-indexed backlink, and long-term brand visibility on one of the world’s most respected travel platforms (DA 89 / DR 88).
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)
One high-resolution image to accompany your feature
Opportunity to repurpose your published article across your own marketing channels (website, social media, newsletters, investor decks, etc.)
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.