We retain editorial control. Sponsorships are labeled clearly at the top of the story.
“in Love with the Med” has been publishing independently since 2010. The writing covers Greece, Italy, and the broader Mediterranean in depth: places, food, culture, and the practical knowledge that comes from decades of repeated travel. The readership is experienced. These are not first-time visitors researching a package holiday. They plan their own trips, return to the same regions, and read long-form content because they want more than a summary.
If that is the audience you want to reach, read on.
What a Partnership Looks Like
A partner funds a story. The story carries a clear sponsorship label at the top. We write it. We retain editorial control throughout: angle, framing, tone, and conclusions are ours. You can review for factual accuracy and legal considerations before publication. You cannot direct the editorial outcome.
That is the model. It does not vary.
Formats and Rates
Pricing is per story. All rates are subject to confirmation; contact us before committing to a timeline.
Spotlight: from €1,200
A focused piece of 700 to 900 words. One subject, handled with precision. Suited to a specific property, producer, event, or experience with a clear geographic anchor.
Signature: from €2,500
A longer piece of 1,200 to 1,800 words, with room for practical context and supporting detail. Suited to destinations, regional products, or stories that require more than a single angle.
Series: from €6,000
Three linked stories published over four to eight weeks, with a shared landing block. Suited to regional tourism bodies, multi-property groups, or campaigns that need sustained editorial presence rather than a single placement.
Where the Story Lives
Each story is published on a single canonical page. Short excerpts may appear elsewhere in the network, linking back to the original.
“in Love with the Med” (Standard)
The main site, covering Greece, Italy, and the Mediterranean. Standard monetization applies: programmatic advertising and affiliate links where disclosed. A Clean Sponsor option is available on request: it removes programmatic ads and affiliate links from that story for the duration of the partnership.
“Dolce Vita Sicilia”
Sicily-only. Same standard monetization, same Clean Sponsor option.
“Nicholas V. K. Stories”
Essays and longform writing by Nicholas V. K. No display advertising. Discreet supporter credit only. The writing remains independent.
Who We Work With
The fit matters more than the category. We have worked with independent hotels, regional wine and olive oil producers, food artisans, culinary events, sustainable tour operators, and destination partners. What these partnerships have in common is a clear sense of place and something specific to say. If your brief is “increase brand awareness” without a geographic or cultural hook, this is not the right site.
We do not accept briefs that require us to omit material facts, frame experiences we have not verified, or publish content that contradicts what we have written elsewhere.
Process
- Contact us with your objectives, geography, timeline, and any required disclosures.
- We confirm editorial fit, the hosting site, and the scope of the project.
- We agree on a brief, deadlines, and any assets you are providing.
- We draft, edit, and fact-check. You review for factual accuracy and legal considerations.
- We publish and share across our network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do you accept press trips or complimentary stays?
A. Yes, with clear disclosure. Acceptance does not guarantee coverage or a positive review.
Q. Can we approve the story?
A. You can review for factual accuracy and legal considerations. Final editorial decisions are ours.
Q. How long does a collaboration take?
A. A Spotlight typically runs two to four weeks from brief to publication. A Series requires more time and depends on reporting, assets, and scheduling.
Q. Will you use affiliate links in our story?
A. Only when they are relevant to readers and clearly disclosed. The Clean Sponsor option removes them.
Q. Will you use affiliates in our story?
A. Only when they are relevant to readers and clearly disclosed. Clean Sponsor removes them.
Q. Do you republish the full text across brands?
A. No. One canonical version per story. Short excerpts elsewhere, always linking back.
Contact
Use the “Contact Us” page and include the phrase “Work With Us” in your message.