F.A.Q.

What do I win in the competition?

A travel package valued over $70,000 for eight of the world's greatest adventures for the winner and a friend as well as gear packages provided by official gear sponsors.

Can I take anyone along?

Yes, the winner may bring along one person with you on all adventures.

How do I participate?

Log onto the site, register your details and then write us a 400-word essay on why you should be selected to win eight of the world’s greatest adventures for you and a friend.

Do I need to pay to register?

No – it is free to enter the competition. If anyone asks you to pay to enter please contact Natural Habitat Adventures immediately: info@blogyourwayaroundtheworld.com

Do I need to pay at the time of travel?

You will need to pay for those items listed as not included in the contest legals, the terms and conditions and contest rules. Please click here for Contest Rules.

Is airfare included in the prize?

An airfare stipend of $8,000 will be included in the prize package. This stipend may only be used towards you and your guest’s airfare. You must book your airfare through Natural Habitat Adventures. For all information and explanation on airfare, please reference the contest rules, legal information, and the terms and conditions by clicking here.

What is the duration of the competition?

Duration: May 4, 2010 8:00am EST to December 31, 2010 11:59pm EST

How long does the winner have to take the trips?

All prize trips must be completed no later than December 31, 2014.

How will I know if I win?

If you are the winner, you will be notified by email/phone. However, this will be posted online on the site on January 3, 2011.

How many entries can I submit?

You may only enter one entry.

Where is the essay that I just submitted, it is not on the site?

We review every submitted essay before they are placed on the site to make sure these do not contain any explicit, inappropriate, or offensive materials.

Why can't I submit my essay?

You need to make sure your essay is 400 words or less. If it is more than 400 words, your essay will not be submitted into our system.

How many times can I vote?

You may vote for your one favorite essay using your registered account. You will be allowed one vote for the entire contest period. You may switch your vote from one blog entry to another blog entry. If you do switch your vote, only the last blog entry that you voted for will count as your final vote and will count towards the final number of votes for that specific blog entry.