2014 National Geographic

In 2014, National Geographic Traveler magazine received more than 18,000 entries from around the globe. With thousands of pictures to review, judges found themselves wandering through stunning ice caves, mysterious desert views, and intriguing scenes from cultures throughout the world.

First Place Winner: The Independence Day // Photo and caption by Marko Korošec // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Second Place Winner: Mea Shearim, Jerusalem, Israel // Photo and caption by Agnieszka Traczewska // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Third Place Winner: Diver in Magic Kingdom // Photo and caption by Marc Henauer // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: Light Source // Photo and caption by Marcelo Castro // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: End of the World // Photo and caption by Sean Hacker Teper // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: A Well Earned Rest in the Sahara // Photo and caption by Evan Cole // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: Divine Makeover // Photo and caption by Mahesh Balasubramanian // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: Ladies in Waiting // Photo and caption by Susie Stern // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: Foggy, Small Town // Photo and caption by Duowen Chen // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.

Merit Prize Winner: "Khotso" Peace at Devil's Knuckles // Photo and caption by Byron Inggs // National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.