Starting January 1, 2026, a new editor-in-chief will take the reins at National Geographic magazine: Péter Lugosi will take over from Tamás Vitray Jr., who is retiring after more than a decade in the role. The magazine’s outgoing editor-in-chief will continue to play an active role in editing the magazine’s special issues. The former editor-in-chief will continue to play an active role in editing the magazine’s special issues.
The future product development of National Geographic magazine will take on new momentum: closer integration of digital and print content, as well as the refreshment of the brand’s local presence, will ensure that readers and advertising partners can experience the brand’s values at an even higher level, based on a unified editorial concept. The goal is to create a content and visual experience that inspires, informs, and conveys value.
Péter Lugosi, the new editor-in-chief, is currently a contributor to 24.hu, where he writes about public life, science, and environmental issues. His writings regularly deal with current social issues, scientific discoveries, and international events. He also works as an online editor for National Geographic Hungary, where he writes and edits articles on nature photography, environmental topics, and scientific news.
I remember it clearly: I was in elementary school when I spotted a yellow-framed magazine on my father's desk with the Flores Man on the cover. National Geographic has been part of my life ever since, and for almost ten years now, I have been connected to the magazine not only as a reader, but also as a journalist and, more recently, as an online editor. For me, it is more than a brand; I view it with personal dedication. As editor-in-chief, my main goal is to ensure that the Hungarian edition retains the depth and value that has captivated generations, even in a world of fast-paced content. Good stories still have power today, and I believe that National Geographic can continue to be an educational magazine that offers a lifelong reading experience.
As editor-in-chief, Tamás Vitray Jr. represented the international brand, which has been present in Hungary for more than two decades, with creativity and professionalism. He is credited with a number of outstanding initiatives, such as the conception and realization of the 2023 retrospective exhibition, which attracted nearly 50,000 visitors to the National Museum as a co-exhibitor of World Press Photo. In addition, he launched the highly successful Dinosaur exhibition, which attracted thousands of readers, with the most outstanding works being presented at the Müpa. In his work as editor-in-chief, he paid particular attention to ensuring that Hungarian content was featured alongside American content, thereby strengthening local relevance. His work has been recognized with numerous “Best Edit” awards. With his innovative content solutions, he actively supported the development and effectiveness of advertising collaborations.
The editorial team and the publisher would like to take this opportunity to thank Tamás Vitray Jr. for his outstanding work over the past few years and wish Péter Lugosi every success in his new role.
