color street photo of people in Senegal by Alfredo Diano

Travel Award Editors’ Picks of August 2024

“My favorite thing is to go where I’ve never been.” – Diane Arbus

Following this summer’s travel competition, judged by American travel and documentary photographer Jody MacDonald, we’re thrilled to present some of our editorial team’s standout entries. ⁠

The quality of submissions was remarkable. We were transported on incredible journeys across all continents, and it was a huge challenge for our competition judge to select just a few winners and finalists.

These images did not make it to the final selection, but each offers a unique and captivating perspective from a different part of the globe and captures the unique joy of travel. We firmly believe they deserve their moment in the spotlight! ⁠

– Discover the 2024 Travel Award winners & finalists here

Published September 17, 2024 - Congratulations to all selected artists: Emily Harris, Leon Foggitt, Joanna Steidle, Richard Lewisohn, Ashraful Arefin, Alfredo Diano, Florian Kriechbaumer, Margo Ryan, Lorenz Berna, Antonio Valente, Pawel Zygmunt, David Marciano,

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fashion fine art studio portrait of woman by Ivana Sunjic
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