September Winner Announcement & Reminder to Enter your Viva Moments Competition for October
A big Congratulations to Sheila Rafferty of KT Travel on winning the September Category "Plates & Pours" - we waited as Shiela was away before making the announcement, but she is determined to prolong the suspense and missed Stephen's visit to present the prize this week it was accepted by Deirdre in KT Travel on her behalf.
The Winning Entry
Other Shortlisted Entries for September Here: https://canva.link/ovw233lcigz7xal
Deirdre accepting the prize on Sheila's behalf in KT Travel yesterday from Stephen Sands - Viva Cruises Ireland.
Shiela will attend the ITTN Awards on the 27th November 2026 in the Clayton Hotel along with the other 5 finalists.
She will be hosted by VIVA Cruises at their table and be in with the chance of taking home the overall prize of a Viv River Cruise for two and the Title of VIVA Moments Photographer of the year.
Don’t miss the last place in the final get your entries in today UPLOAD NOW!
October's theme: "Culture Vultures"
The “Culture Vultures” category is all about celebrating a passion for the arts, history, and the beautiful tapestry of traditional life discovered while traveling. This theme is dedicated to the explorers who bypass the beach chairs to immerse themselves in local heritage, ancient architecture, and local customs. Let your lens capture the heartbeat of a destination's identity and tell a timeless story.
What Judges Are Likely Looking For
Depth and Heritage: Photos that spotlight historic landmarks, ancient ruins, museums, or striking architectural details that tell a story of the past.
Living Traditions: Authentic, unstaged moments of local artisans keeping traditional crafts alive, regional attire, lively cultural festivals, or sacred rituals.
Storytelling and Immersion: An image that shows a travel professional truly engaging with a destination's artistic pulse—such as catching a street performance, browsing an outdoor market, or admiring a piece of local art.
Tips for a Winning Shot
Focus on the Details: Look for the vibrant textures of a handwoven textile, the unique geometric patterns of historic tiling, or the raw emotion of a cultural performer.
Keep It Authentic: The strongest entries feel believable and spontaneous rather than overly curated, letting the natural atmosphere of the destination shine through.
Category Relevance
The image should clearly feature elements of art, historic destinations, or traditional cultural heritage.
Just upload your pictures (no more than 2) each month Viva Moments – Photographer of the Year Entry Form
You can enter each month if you wish (must be different pictures, so your odds of winning are even higher!)
Travel agents in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland can enter. You must own the picture, and when sending it to us just tell us your full name, agency name and don’t forget to give your photo a caption!
Each month, the judges – ITTN along with Viva Cruises, Michelle Daniels & Stephan Sands , will select a monthly winner. The monthly winners will receive a Viva Rituals Gift Set & a ticket to the Irish Travel Trade Awards 2026, where they will be hosted by Team Viva Cruises.
On the night, one overall winner will be crowned, taking home a fabulous river cruise on the Danube or the Rhine on one of the amazing ships of your choice.
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