We’re looking for fresh, creative voices to enrich our content and help travelers connect deeply with the beauty of every place they visit.
Who Can Contribute?
We welcome all voices, from occasional travelers to seasoned nomads and creatives. Whether you’re a writer, photographer, designer, or illustrator, or if you’re simply passionate about travel, Álula has a space for you.
What We’re Looking For in 2025
Check out our monthly themes, and publishing timelines in our 2025 Editorial Calendar to align your ideas.
Our Vision and Style
At Álula, we travel through design. Our content celebrates arts, architecture, graphics, fashion, culture, and the unique experiences they create. Through this lens, we aim to inspire curiosity and appreciation within our community.
We’re not another travel guide or blog. Instead, we uncover what makes each destination unique, highlighting its nuances with stories, images, and graphics that elevate the travel experience. Our goal is to transform journeys into art and experiences into poetry, inspiring our audience to see the world differently.
Álula values curiosity, creativity, beauty, inclusion, diversity, and feminism. We celebrate the charm in the small details, where magic is found when we look closely.
Topics and Categories
We cover design, architecture, fashion and style, experiences, art and culture, and gastronomy. Here’s a breakdown of specific areas we’re interested in:
- Architecture, Interior Design, and Furniture
- Product Design and Art Objects (e.g., ceramics, glass, woodwork)
- Fashion and Textiles (e.g., jewelry, haute couture, traditional garments)
- Art and Culture (e.g., painting, sculpture, festivals, galleries)
Beyond these creations, we spotlight the people behind them—designers, artists, and creatives shaping their communities. We are interested in telling their stories and sharing their vision of the world.
Submission Guidelines
You must be an Álula Mag member (free or paid) to submit your work. Subscribe here if you’re not yet a member.
How to pitch
Please, send an email to submissions@alulamag.com with the following:
- Your Idea: Describe your idea/story in 2–3 paragraphs, including relevant details about how you’ll bring it to life.
- Category: Specify whether your idea fits into design, architecture, fashion and style, experiences, art and culture, or gastronomy.
- Visual Material: Attach a ZIP file or link to the photos/graphics to publish that add a visual narrative and match our editorial style. *If you don't have photos/graphics you can team up with a photographer/illustrator to send a pitch together.
- Your Bio: Include a short self-introduction, links to previous published work, or unpublished samples.
- Discovery: Let us know how you found out about Álula Magazine.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered. All works must be original and not previously published. If you're submitting the same idea or travel story to several publications, please let us know.
Word Count
Our pieces range from 300 to 1200 words.
What we are looking for:
- Content linking travel and design, art, architecture, interior design, graphics, design, fashion, and culture.
- Stories about creatives, designers, architects, or artists.
- Travel guides with a creative lens (e.g., arts, architecture, design).
What we are NOT looking for:
✖ Encyclopedic articles (Wikipedia is great for that).
✖ Hotel, tour, or attraction reviews (TripAdvisor has you covered).
✖ “Top 10 things to do” lists.
✖ Travel hacks or tutorials (YouTube does it best).
All work accepted by Álula Magazine is subject to possible edits and translation. Final edits will be shared with you before publication.
FAQ
How do I submit?
Follow the Submission Guidelines above and email your idea to submissions@alulamag.com.
Can I submit multiple ideas?
Yes, you can pitch multiple ideas, but please send each one in a separate email for clarity.
Do I retain copyright over my work?
Yes, contributors retain the copyright to their work. By submitting, you grant Álula Magazine permission to publish your work in both digital and/or print formats.
Can I pitch collaborative projects?
Yes, we welcome collaborative efforts (e.g., writer + photographer teams). Be sure to specify this in your submission and provide details about each contributor’s role.
Can I submit if I’m not a professional writer or creative?
Absolutely! Álula Magazine welcomes submissions from people of all backgrounds and experience levels, as long as your story aligns with our themes and values.
Does Álula Mag accept previously published work?
We only accept original content that hasn’t been published elsewhere. If you’re pitching a story that’s being considered by other publications, please disclose this in your submission.
Is there a cost to submit?
No, there’s no submission fee of any type.
Is there compensation?
Currently, we do not offer financial compensation. As a young publication, we’re focusing first on growing our platform and amplifying diverse voices. Please be assured that your work will be treated with the utmost care and professionalism and presented in an engaging manner.
For additional questions, email us at hello@alulamag.com, and we will get back to you.