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A. A National Geographic Assignment - For Life

WorldNomads.com announces 2008 Travel Photography Scholarship in conjunction with the National Geographic Channel. Applicants must be at least 18, must be currently enrolled and actively studying at a recognised educational tertiary institution anywhere in the world, speak and write fluent English and hold a valid drivers licence.

(PRWEB) June 7, 2008 -- Leading online travel insurance provider, WorldNomads.com, together with National Geographic Channel, has announced its 2008 photography scholarship, which will award one exceptional student the 'chance of a lifetime' assignment.

The winner will get to accompany renowned wildlife on-assignment National Geographic photographer, Jason Edwards, to photograph the Arid Lands Festival and The Great Hughenden Endurance Camel Race, a quirky 160km camel endurance race run in August.

The Festival and Race are being held in Porcupine Gorge in Outback Queensland, Australia, from 22 - 24 August, 2008.

Managing Director of WorldNomads.com, Simon Monk, says the photography scholarship is part of a broader educational program, which includes travel writing, documentaries and podcasting opportunities.

"It gives aspiring photographers almost unparalleled initial exposure, with the opportunity to have their images seen by hundreds of thousands of travellers worldwide," says Simon.

"Making a living out of travelling the world is something many 'world nomads' aspire to, and we're hoping to be able to help a few talented individuals make that their reality through our scholarship support, which sets them up with industry leaders as mentors and provides them true 'once in a lifetime' experiences."

As part of the assignment, the winner will work alongside and receive mentorship from Jason Edwards, gaining valuable hands-on experience in everything from shot set up, technique and composition through to insights into his many years of diverse experience as an award winning photographer.

As well as the opportunity to travel and be mentored, the scholarship also includes airfares from the successful applicant's nearest international airport plus an Olympus E3 digital camera with 14-54mm f2.8-3.5 Standard Wide Zoom Lens and a new Lenovo Ideapad Y-510 laptop computer to store your photos and keep your journal.

Judges will select a winner based on their ability to photographically 'tell a story' about a place that they have visited in an original and compelling manner.

For full judging criteria and to apply, go to WorldNomads.com. Applications close June 30th.

In order to be eligible to enter, applicants must be at least 18, must be currently enrolled and actively studying at a recognised educational tertiary institution anywhere in the world, speak and write fluent English and hold a valid drivers licence.

Jason Edwards is a photographer with the National Geographic Society and is represented by the National Geographic Image Collection. In 2004 Jason Edwards was awarded the inaugural 'Pursuit of Excellence' Awa

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Uncharted Territory, currently airing on BBC2, 6:30pm, weekdays, is an essential guide for anyone who has always dreamed of owning a property abroad but never thought they'd actually be able to afford it.

The first series took the temperature of some of our newer EU neighbours and unlikely parts of North Africa.

Now the Uncharted Territory Team is heading yet further afield. Our presenters Juliet Morris & Kristian Digby, with property expert Nigel Leck will be visiting various countries where property bargains are a reality and not a dream.

Oman, Egypt, India, Lebanon, Armenia, Brazil, Argentina and some of the new EU members, Latvia and Estonia are all about to go on our house-hunters’ map.

We’re looking for people who want to be on the show – so if you're serious about buying abroad and have a sense of adventure… email: territory@reeftv.com

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ITV's award winning programme 'HOLIDAY SHOWDOWN' is back and is looking for families to take part

RDF Media, the producers of Faking It, are looking for families who go on working / conservation holidays to take part in the new series. Do you know or indeed are you that family?

If you've seen the show you will know that we offer families who enjoy a particular type of holiday the chance to share their passion and enthusiasm for this type of break with another family. In return that family will take them and their family on a holiday that they love.

Are you a family that enjoys spending your holiday time giving something back and not just sitting around? Are you passionate about environmental / conservation / humanitarian issues? The most important factor is that your family must love your holiday and be keen to share that passion with others.

Holiday Showdown is offering you a great opportunity to discover hidden talents and be challenged in a way that you would never have considered. It is truly a once in a lifetime experience.

If you know anyone suitable, are interested yourself or have any questions contact RDFMedia on email: holidayshowdown@rdfmedia.com or call them on 020 7751 7386.
 
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Tourism Concern:

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FESTIVALS THIS SUMMER!

MAKE POVERTY HISTORY – Edinburgh Saturday 2 JULY

RISE ANTI-RACISM FESTIVAL – London – Saturday 16 JULY

WOMAD FESTIVAL – Thursday 28, Friday 29, Saturday 30, Sunday 31 JULY

Have some fun helping us on our stalls at one of these events! If you are already planning to be at any of these festivals we’d like to ask if you could spare 3 hours or so to help out. We’ll have our photo exhibition and an exciting new communications campaign. Helping out on our stall is a fantastic opportunity to talk to people about your passion for more fairly traded tourism. And don’t worry about what you’ll be doing, we’ll fully brief you before your shift. Contact Tourism Concern for more info. Tel: +44 (0) 20 7133 3330 or info@tourismconcern.org.uk

 

 

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