2023-24 SATW Foundation Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition

125b Travel Video Story 2 Minutes or Less ( All) Back

  • Place Name: First Place
    Contestant Name: Juliana Broste
    Entry Title: Kicking off Snowboard Season on Opening Day at Vail
    Entry Credit: Juliana Broste
    Judge Comment: This quick-paced video has fun, sped-up effects that reflect the energy that comes with the start of snowboard season at Vail. The personality of the creator is contagious and it shines through in this zippy video from the slopes.
  • Place Name: Second Place
    Contestant Name: William Tang
    Entry Title: Hockey Day in Toronto
    Entry Credit: William Tang
    Judge Comment: From shopping to lunch and ice skating, the different angles and zooms in this video turn a chilly day in Toronto into an entertaining, hockey-themed experience. The transition edits are seamless and creative — visiting five places in a single day to be completely immersed in the world of hockey.
  • Place Name: Third Place
    Contestant Name: Juliana Broste
    Entry Title: Wild Flordia Airboat Tour
    Entry Credit: Juliana Broste
    Judge Comment: With clever plays on words like “lunching with Leroy” or the “march to the marsh,” this video follows the journey of a picture-perfect airboat tour. It succeeds in capturing the irreverent and windy fun of this quintessential Florida experience.
  • Place Name: Honorable Mention
    Contestant Name: Cory Woodard
    Entry Title: Accessible Transportation Options in Switzerland
    Entry Credit: Cory Lee
    Judge Comment: Informative, creative and positive — that’s Cory Lee! He takes viewers on a trip to Switzerland to expertly explain and, more importantly, to show how international travel can be inclusive and fun.