The results for AAP Magazine’s 45th photo contest are finally here, and they’re giving us serious wanderlust! With the theme of "Travels," this competition brought in thousands of stunning submissions from photographers all over the world. From epic landscapes and adorable wildlife to vibrant city scenes and emotional portraits, these photos capture the magic of exploring our planet.

Photographers from 13 countries across four continents blew us away with their creativity, proving once again that travel photography is about so much more than just pretty pictures—it’s about telling unforgettable stories.

Meet the Top 3 Winners!

First Place: Peter Ydeen (United States) with the series "Waiting for Palms"

Second Place: Thaddäus Biberauer (Austria) with "Around the Globe"

Third Place: Liam Man (United Kingdom) with "Icebreaker"

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#1

Snowfall In Seoul From The Series 'The First Snowfall In Seoul In November 2024' © Jaejoon Ha

Snow-covered traditional building by a serene lake, highlighting 'Travels' in photography.

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    Glacial Blue 1 From The Series 'Glacial Landscapes Of The Southern Alps/ Kā Tiritiri O Te Moana, New Zealand' © Stuart Chape

    Snowy landscape with meandering turquoise rivers, showcasing global travels in AAP Magazine’s 45th contest.

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    #3

    Moonrise Sprites Over Storr From The Series 'Icebreaker' © Liam Man

    Snowy mountain peaks at sunset, vibrant sky, featured in AAP Magazine's 'Travels' photo contest.

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    #4

    Threads Of Tradition From The Series 'Traditions From Above: Stories Of Vietnam’s Craft And Culture' © Chris Ha

    Person in a conical hat working amidst turquoise fishing nets, representing travels in AAP Magazine's photography contest.

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    #5

    Skin Of The City - Okachimachi © Alessandro Zanoni

    Night view of a lit Japanese restaurant on a quiet street, embodying "Travels" from AAP Magazine's contest.

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    #6

    The Way To Achieve Nirvana - South Korea 2023 © Andrea Peruzzi

    Monk walking through traditional temple gate with mountains in the background, celebrating travel photography.

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    #7

    (Im)perfection From The Series 'Journey To The End Of The Earth: Exploring South Greenland By Sailboat' © William Nourse

    Serene lake reflecting majestic mountain peaks under a blue sky, showcasing travels from AAP Magazine contest.

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    #8

    Leona From The Series 'Every Face Has A Story' © Steve Dinberg

    Elderly woman in a cozy room, sitting by a window with paintings on the wall, celebrating travel photography contest.

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    #9

    Candy Wheel From The Series 'From Dusk Till Dawn' © Marvin Anani

    Ferris wheel lit up at sunset with colorful reflections on a lake, celebrating AAP Magazine’s 45th ‘Travels’ contest.

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    #10

    Roadside Quranic School Lesson From The Series 'Surviving Against All Odds - The People Of Mali Abandoned By Their Government' © Marios Forsos

    A group of children and an elder in traditional attire sit indoors, illustrating travels in everyday life.

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    #11

    Children Of El Molo From The Series 'Life In Kenya' © David Dhaen

    Children playing by a lake, with one wearing oversized blue sunglasses, showcasing global travels in photography.

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    #12

    Beginning Of The Day In Village From The Series 'Beginning Of The Day' © Muhammad Amdad Hossain

    Black and white photo of an ox cart with people, showcasing global scenes in AAP Magazine's 45th ‘Travels’ contest.

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    #13

    New York From The Series 'Around The Globe' © Thaddäus Biberauer

    View of a city skyline through windows, capturing the essence of travel photography.

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    #14

    In The Sunset From The Series 'Sud Sudan – Dawn, Dust And Fire' © Chiara Felmini

    Person with a cow under a tree at sunrise, creating a serene travel scene with light mist and silhouetted figures.

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    A Woman A Baby And A Tree From The Series 'Waiting For Palms' © Peter Ydeen

    A woman walks beside a tree and wall in a serene travel scene, featured in AAP Magazine's 'Travels' photography contest.

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    #16

    Lazy Generation From The Series 'Nepal' © Alessandro Malaguti

    Children in traditional attire amid mountains, capturing the essence of travel photography.

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    #17

    'roots Of Tradition' © Nora Skerlecz

    Two individuals in traditional attire by a fire, showcasing global travels in the AAP Magazine contest.

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    #18

    Antarctic Assembly From The Series 'Southern Encounters' © Debbie Mcculliss

    Penguins gathered on icy shore, showcasing travel photography from AAP Magazine's 45th contest.

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    #19

    Paddy Straw' © Syed Mahabubul Kader

    Colorful truck loaded with hay being pushed by people near a river, featured in AAP Magazine's Travels contest showcase.

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    #20

    A Morning In Jodhpur From The Series 'Travel Connections' © Thibault Gerbaldi

    Elderly man with a vibrant orange beard in military-style attire, set against a warm backdrop. Travels photography theme.

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    #21

    Thrown Under The Horse From The Series 'Charreada, A Stylish Rodeo' © France Leclerc

    Horse in costume with two people in traditional attire underneath, part of AAP Magazine Travels contest celebration.

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    #22

    Marambo From The Series 'The Muhoza Family' © Matt Coughlin

    Gorilla standing on reddish grass, showcasing wildlife; part of the AAP Magazine's 45th 'Travels' photo contest collection.

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    #23

    West Cork Nap From The Series 'Wandering The Emerald Isle' © Prescott Lassman

    Person lying on a grassy hill overlooking a coastal landscape, embodying travel and exploration themes.

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    #24

    Wrapping Up Under Stormy Sky From The Series 'Documenting The Birth Of Cyprus’s Bouldering Legacy' © Silvio Augusto Rusmigo

    Backpacker on a rocky hill at dusk, with ocean view, celebrated in AAP Magazine's 45th 'Travels' photo contest.

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    #25

    Capturing The Cultural Fashion Of Khan Ran From The Series 'Straight Out The Hood' © Brice Gelot

    Black and white photo of a tattooed person with a checkered headscarf near a lake, part of AAP Magazine's 'Travels' contest.

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