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How to launch a magazine
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: I love magazines. They are an effective and engaging way to build a community and such a pleasure to work on. Editing and producing ROAM for Kuoni was my highlight of 2024. Here’s how I did it…
The most idyllic hotels in Bali
The magical Indonesian island of Bali has been enchanting travellers for decades – here are the best hotels to make the most of everything it has to offer
Amsterdam Canal Crawl
Not your most obvious way of getting around, paddleboarding is the latest water sport phenomenon to take over Amsterdam
Forget Thailand, this Philippines island is a true untamed paradise
Despite unprecedented growth, Palawan still offers plenty of pristine coastline to explore
Wild escape: Your own private island home
Wild beauty, splendid seclusion, cocooned by nature, your every wish fulfilled. In a hyper-paced, hyper-connected world, is a private island getaway the ideal coconut-enriched recipe for wellness? Storied may have found just the place…
What it’s like to raise a baby with one mum and TWO dads
When Ellie Fazan was 38, single and desperate for a child, she asked her gay best friend Eddie to be a sperm donor. But she didn’t expect his response: not only was he happy to help, he and his partner Jack wanted to be co-parents, too.
I had a baby with my gay best friend —and his partner
Ellie Fazan reached 40 single and feared she would never have a child — until she asked her friend Eddie if he would be a co-parent via IVF . The only problem? He lives in the Philippines and is in a relationship with Jack
Harnessing the power of spoken word
In an always-on, digital world, simple, verbal communication has a new-found purity and freshness that chimes with audiences.
Putting content at the heart of strategy
What does a communication strategy that puts content first look like? As Head of Content at Hunterlodge, I was able to completely revolutionise how they used and created content in their recruitment cycles for Queen Mary, Malta Campus with dramatic effect.
Why I’m having a baby with my gay best friend…
With her biological clock ticking, Eleanor Fazan decided on a different journey to motherhood
Adenomyosis: Why Painful Periods Aren’t Normal
Living with adenomyosis pain feels like there is something trapped inside your uterous wanting to fall out.
Single, pregnant and traveling: My journey to solo parenthood via Sri Lanka
With estimates suggesting that 45 percent of UK women aged 25–44 will be single by 2030, Ellie Fazan embraces her demographic duty with a journey that takes in singledom, IVF, pregnancy, impending parenthood and plenty of adventure.
Hallucinogenic healing: what really happens on a psychedelic retreat?
Psychedelic retreats are more in demand than ever, but what are they really like? Journalist Eleanor Fazan reports on her own mind-bending experience.
The anti-pregnancy pandemic: How Covid has stopped women like me from having babies
Far from being at home with nothing to do but procreate, for the rising numbers choosing late motherhood 2020 is presenting challenges
Writing for Goodwood
My background as a journalist means I can research any topic. For Goodwood I wrote some pieces of fashion history, delved into topics including why thrift and vintage is making a comeback and what it’s like to be an impersonator and interviewed impersonators, designers, traders and makers.
Brand story-telling for Ember & Eden
Getting to the heart of a brand, and helping them tell their story in a few short, simple sentences, is a superpower. And it’s one I’m happy to share.
Premium travel magazines
Kuoni got in touch as they needed help to relaunch their customer magazine. They wanted to showcase their brand as the foremost expert in luxury travel. Travel is my big passion and Kuoni is a brilliant brand so I was delighted to be asked. The catch? They had just six weeks to get the magazine to print
Brand videos don’t have to be boring
Cut through the noise with a powerful video that speaks volumes about your brand. Videos help you make maximum impact.
Tone of voice for Surrey University
Tone of voice is a powerful tool that should not be overlooked. Clarify your key messages and tone of voice, so everyone communicating for your brand speaks the same language.
Go your own way
WHEN MY 74-YEAR-OLD FATHER asked me to walk a stretch of the famous Camino de Santiago with him to celebrate his 75th birthday, I said yes.