Welcome to my page. I am Katrina Holden, a Sydney-based highly experienced journalist, content creator and magazine editor with a track record spanning more than 25 years in publishing and communications. I also run my own blog called Vintage Travel Kat and run a hire car business called That Pink Merc, featuring a vintage pink 1975 Mercedes.
I am currently the editor of Luxury Travel magazine. I specialise in travel and lifestyle, producing content for print and digital platforms. I have written for several national and international publications.
I believe every person and place has a story worth telling and I love discovering stories to share.
I am a highly experienced journalist, content creator and magazine editor with a track record spanning more than 25 years in publishing and communications.
In July 2022, I became editor of Luxury Travel magazine for the second time.
I have extensive experience producing both editorial and branded content for print and digital platforms.
My work has been published in Travel + Indulgence (The Australian); T Magazine Australia (a division of The New York Times), Travel+Leisure Asia, Delicious, Escape (The Daily Telegraph), Broadsheet, Wine Companion, Holidays with Kids, Out & About with Kids and more. I am the former editor of national magazines including Vacations & Travel, Luxury Travel, True Blue, Drinks and National Liquor News. I have also produced work in the past for Scenic Luxury Cruises, Destination NSW, Tourism Australia, Accolade Wines, Mastermind Consulting, Ocean Magazine and the Australian Drinks Association.
In 2020, I established my blog and community Vintage Travel Kat about vintage-inspired travels, fashion and lifestyle.
In 2021, I launched my business That Pink Merc which is a 1975 baby pink merc available for hire in Sydney, with driver, for moments worth making.
As a professional storyteller, I am adept at applying consistent tone and messaging across editorial and branded content.
I am moved by nature, sustainability initiatives to preserve our beautiful planet, colour, great design in all its forms, history, vintage fashion and lifestyle, vivid photography, gifted artisans and learning about people from diverse cultures. I believe every person and place has a story worth telling.
I have attained a post-graduate Diploma in Journalism from the University of Technology, Sydney; and a Bachelor of Arts from Macquarie University.
