| Copyright | All entries become the sole property of Sponsor and none will be returned. |
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| Eligibility | Entrant must be twenty one (21) years or older and a legal resident of the United States, Canada or the United Kingdom. |
| Finish | 7 August 2009 |
| Entry fee | Free, no purchase is necessary. |
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Submit your best digital vacation photos! You may submit up to three (3) photos and they should fall into one of the three following categories:
- People enjoying their vacation
- WIMCO destinations (beaches, landscape, ocean views, dining out, window shopping, etc.)
- Vacationing in a private villa (people relaxing in and enjoying villas)
Prizes:
- GRAND PRIZE – A week for 2 in St Barts at Villa SIB VEL – rental car from Welcome Car Rental included!
- Second Place: Three (3) Night Package at the Hotel Carl Gustaf in St Barts, rental car and other fabulous extras.
- Third Place: Complimentary first night provisioning the next time you travel with Wimco.
Photos will be judged based on the overall visual appeal and how well they capture the feeling of a particular destination and/or vacation.
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All entries must be submitted on the Vacation Photo website page at http://www.wimco.com/photocontest.
Official web site: http://www.wimco.com/specials/promotions/photo-contest.aspx
Frequently asked questions — Free photography contests
Who can enter free photography contests?
Most free contests welcome photographers worldwide, regardless of experience level or equipment. Many explicitly encourage students, hobbyists, and emerging creators—always verify age requirements or thematic restrictions on the official contest page.
Are free photography contests really free?
Yes—entry is $0 across the board. Some contests offer optional paid perks like expedited feedback or printed certificates, but submission, judging, and basic participation remain completely free. Fee status is confirmed in the Quick Facts section on each PhotoCompete listing.
What prizes do free photography contests offer?
Prizes vary widely: cash awards range $100–$5,000, while non-monetary rewards include online features, publication credits, mentorship sessions, exhibition inclusion, or gear donations. Even without cash, free contests offer valuable exposure and portfolio-building opportunities.
How do I choose which free contest to enter?
Prioritize contests whose theme or mission aligns with your work. Review past winners to gauge style preferences, confirm technical specs (resolution, file format), and read rights clauses carefully—even free contests may request usage rights for promotional purposes.