Traveler Photo Contest Winners, Staff Favorites, and Nat Geo Trips

Traveler Photo Contest Winners, Staff Favorites, and Nat Geo Trips. View in web browser. SUBSCRIBE TRAVEL BLOGS OUR TRIPS For our 25th annual photo contest, National Geographic Traveler magazine received more than 15,000 entries from skilled photographers around the globe. Taken in locations ranging from Brazil to Kenya, the winning pictures show everything from quiet landscapes to surprising moments. Did your favorites make the cut? See the winning images! Find Out Who Won the Viewers' Choice  |  Browse All Entries  |  See Last Year's Winners Inside Our Travel Shots Our director of photography reveals why Nat Geo photographers shoot photos in raw format. Learn More ›   Australia: Animal Lover's Paradise Discover three ways to spend time with Queensland's native fauna. Plus, a list of the cuddliest, scariest, and most surprising animals in Oz. Learn More › 9 Best Books of Summer These reads can enhance your travels or even inspire you to explore fresh destinations. Learn More ›   Photo Tips From Santa Fe Brush up your photography skills with these three tips from a Nat Geo photographer. Learn More › Andrew Evans is National Geographic's Digital Nomad—always traveling and always wired. Follow his adventure on the blog and on Twitter (@WheresAndrew) as he explores Montana. Summer in "Big Sky Country" Find out why Montana is a top destination to visit this season. Learn More ›   Hiking Going-to-the-Sun Mountain Experience one of the most scenic routes—a must-see, can't-miss-it, iconic road—in Glacier National Park. Learn More ›   How to Find Dinosaur Bones Follow these simple steps to uncover fossils at a world-famous dinosaur dig site—or in your own backyard. Learn More ›   Best Surf Towns Check out the top 20 places to catch a wave, and follow locals' tips for where to eat, stay, and play on the beach.   20 Dream Trails for Hikers Outdoor luminaries share their favorite hikes for experiencing the most epic mountain adventures.   Travel to extraordinary places with National Geographic Expeditions. Explore the world's wonders with our experts on journeys by small ship, by land, or by classic train. Set out on a family trip or choose from an array of photography trips and workshops—each led by a National Geographic photographer. Or gear up for an active adventure—hiking, kayaking, or even dogsledding your way through stunning landscapes. See all trips or request a catalog. Santa Fe Photo Workshop   Galápagos Expeditions   Holiday Trips   Winter Wildlife in Yellowstone   Travel to Cuba See the ten most popular destinations from last month. SHOP DONATE SUBSCRIBE TRAVEL FROM OUR SPONSORS Renew. Refresh. Rejuvenate. On the island of Kaua'i. Plan your vacation today with great specials from our partners on accommodations and activities. Visit www.kauaidiscovery.com for more information on Kaua'i—Hawaii's Island of Discovery. Join National Geographic's Urban Insider in Costa Rica Reserve your spot for a Travel Writers Retreat with Urban Insider Annie Fitzsimmons at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica, November 7-10, 2013. Visit fourseasons.com/costarica for reservations. Travel Alberta Reminder: Journeys start with a destination (remember to breathe). Visit travelalberta.us for more information. Adventure that feeds the soul begins here. Have an experience that is true, good, and real. Find a place where the people, landscape, and culture will touch your heart. Where? New Mexico. True. Visit newmexico.org/ for more information. You are receiving this email because las.ratnayake.phototips@blogger.com is signed up to receive National Geographic communications. If you prefer not to receive emails from us, please unsubscribe. Contact Us | NGS Customer Service | Privacy Policy To ensure that you receive your National Geographic emails, please add ngs@e.nationalgeographic.com to your address book now. Learn how. National Geographic | 1145 17th Street N.W. | Washington, D.C. 20036 Copyright © 2013 National Geographic Society. All rights reserved.