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Summer 2011 Photo Contest

Not only are Washington Flyer's readers well traveled, but they also have lots of photography talent! We recently received scores of images from our readers during the Summer Photo Contest, a partnership with Visit Florida and Sunny.org. Some of our favorites are here...

Singapore Photo Gallery

We recently visited the so-called darling of Asia, Singapore. The island-state has many riches, not the least of which is its national orchid garden, the largest collection in the world.

Reader Photo Contest, Winter 2011

Not only do our readers travel the planet to discover the richness of diverse people and places, but they're pretty darn talented with their cameras, too. We received hundreds of images for our winter contest, and here are some of our favorites. Stay tuned for our spring showdown, which will offer more great prizes.

Magic Land: Thailand for Beginners

Nell Whiting, Washington Flyer's photo editor, recently traveled to Thailand to experience the country's beaches, cities, temples, waterways, markets and more. Her trip proved one thing to those who follow: leave your expectations at the airport's gate. Her story is here. (Whiting took all photos in this gallery, except the image of tropical fish near Mosquito Island, which were photographed by a friend, Paige Beatty.)

The Ritual: Coffee in Ethiopia

In our September/October 2010 issue, we showcase the beauty and tradition of coffee preparation in Ethiopia. Our writer, Rachel Machacek, was so taken with the practice that she based her entire story on the ritual. Here are some images she and colleagues captured during a visit with Wubit Alemnew, a hostess for a coffee ceremony.

Discover Underground Rivers, Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya's "cenotes," or fresh-water river caves, provide unforgettable adventures.