Grand Prize Winner
Steven Dos Remedios, 16-time traveler
Oakland, CA

This intriguing glacial illusion was captured near the Melchior Islands of Antarctica during Antarctica's White Wilderness.

Comments from the judges: At first glance, it almost looks like you are seeing icy terrain from above, but in reality, it’s a grandiose glacier and its reflection on placid waters. We love the photo’s interesting textural quality and how the composition makes the viewer want to know more.

Wildlife Winner
Larry Miner, 17-time traveler
Mill Creek, WA

The Galápagos’ iconic blue-footed booby was photographed mid-flight during Ultimate Galápagos Exploration & Ecuador's Amazon Wilds.

Comments from the judges: Not only does this photograph beautifully capture wildlife, but it shows wildlife in action as the bird soars through the sky. The image is sharp even with the motion of the bird’s wings, which is a great technical skill.

Local People Winner
Rosalind Leiser, 9-time traveler
Royal Oak, MI

A local Peruvian woman was in the midst of weaving when her portrait was snapped during Machu Picchu & the Galápagos.

Comments from the judges: We love this photo because it’s not a stagnant portrait—she is actively weaving and demonstrating a local tradition. We also can feel a deep connection with her as she stares back at the camera.

Scenery Winner
Wayne Chen, 10-time traveler
Southborough, MA

Brazil’s booming Iguassu Falls is perfectly encapsulated in this photo from the Iguassu Falls post-trip extension to The Wilderness Beyond: Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego & the Chilean Fjords.

Comments from the judges:From the spray of the falls to the churning water, this scenery photo truly evokes a sense of adventure. We love how the photographer managed to shoot the drama of Iguassu Falls from a unique perspective.

Fellow Traveler Winner
Carolyn Dewey, 16-time traveler
Sewickley, PA

This photo captures fellow traveler, Amy Wong - Freeman, in wonderment of Abu Simbel during Egypt & the Eternal Nile by Private, Classic River-Yacht.

Comments from the judges: This photographer does a great job of capturing the immense scale of the ancient temple as well as her fellow traveler engaged in the scene. The golden lighting also contributes to the sense of awe we feel with this photo.