Photography & Care in Thailand

Photography & Care in Thailand

Photographing with respect and transparency is primary to being a contributor and not just a kodachrome leech. 
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Funding Your International Student Journalism Project

Funding Your International Student Journalism Project

Scoring funding to complete your dream journalism project is easier than you think.
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2014 Photo Contest Winners

2014 Photo Contest Winners

On behalf of Verge Magazine, the Go Global Expo and Rough Guides, we are excited to present the winners of our eighth annual Travel With Purpose Photo Contest...(drum roll please)...
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Postcards from Utila

Postcards from Utila

Out of sight of the sun-drenched beaches of a popular Honduran diving destination, a dangerous reality threatens the viability of future tourism.
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2014 Photo Contest Shortlist

2014 Photo Contest Shortlist

Check out the shortlisted images from this year's photo contest.
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2013 Photo Contest Shortlist

2013 Photo Contest Shortlist

Check out the shortlisted images from this year's photo contest. 
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2013 Photo Contest Winners

2013 Photo Contest Winners

And the winners are...
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2012 Photo Contest Winners

2012 Photo Contest Winners

The votes have been tallied and the winner is... !
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Photo galleries

Photo galleries

Browse the extraordinary collection of images we've gathered and published over the years.
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Top Jobs for Itchy Feet

Top Jobs for Itchy Feet

There is no limit to the number of opportunities for the person who wants to work abroad.
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Tools for Change in Peru: Special Section

Tools for Change in Peru: Special Section

Unemployed youth in Lima get a leg up thanks to local volunteers and CUSO-VSO.
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Using Your Camera To Open Doors

Using Your Camera To Open Doors

Our photos can have a major effect on the people and places we visit. Here are some ways to help make it a positive one.
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Global Heroes: Changing the World

Global Heroes: Changing the World

Have you ever wondered what a hero looks like? Verge is proud to introduce our 2009 Global Heroes: 14 men and women who are doing their part to make a difference in the developing world.
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Freeze Frame in Luang Namtha

Freeze Frame in Luang Namtha

Photographer Kees Sprengers captures a moment in time for North West Lao cultures in transition.
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Random Acts of Curiosity

A chance meeting with an Indonesian farmer teaches Shane Barter that everyone has a story.
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Portraits That Speak Volumes

Portraits That Speak Volumes

Snapping shots of people is easy; slowing down and turning it into a genuine encounter is a whole different story. Photographer Trevor Lush explains how.
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Confessions of a Guidebook Writer

Confessions of a Guidebook Writer

Brendan Sainsbury discusses the challenges and pleasures of his career as a guidebook writer for Lonely Planet.
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Composing with Composure: Taking the Best Travel Photos

Composing with Composure: Taking the Best Travel Photos

What makes a good image? Pro photographer Trevor Lush offers some simple rules of thumb for composing your shot (but feel free to break them!).
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Packing It In: Your Camera on the Road

Packing It In: Your Camera on the Road

Taking your camera on the road is easy. But bringing it back safe and undamaged can be a challenge. Photo pro Trevor Lush shares some top tips.
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