Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2025 Prize Draw Terms and Conditions
Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2025 Prize Draw Terms and Conditions
The Promoter of this prize draw is Wanderlust Travel Media Ltd.
The Prize Providers of this prize draw are: Llama Travel, Much Better Adventures, Inside Travel, Trafalgar, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions UK, Journey Latin America, Sunvil, Explore and Tropical Sky.
There will be 9 winners who will win one of the following prizes (specific terms and conditions for each prize stated below):
- 21-day Grand Tour of Peru courtesy of Llama Travel worth approximately £9,000/$12,100
- 10-night Hike the Great National Parks of the Western USA tour, with flights from any major UK airport, for two, courtesy of Much Better Adventures, worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
- 14-day cultural adventure in Vietnam courtesy of Inside Asia worth approximately £10,000/$13,500
- 11-day Japan tour from Tokyo to Osaka for two with flights courtesy of Trafalgar worth approximately £5,000/$6,700
- 12-day Grand Greenland tour courtesy of HX Hurtigruten Expeditions UK worth approximately £8,600/$11,600
- 14-night Colombia culture tour for two with flights courtesy of Journey Latin America worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
- 7-night holiday in Corfu, Greece, for six people with return flights courtesy of Sunvil worth approximately £10,000/$13,500
- 15-day Madagascar wildlife tour for two courtesy of Explore worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
- 7-night full-board holiday at Fushifaru Maldives for two with flights courtesy of Tropical Sky worth approximately £7,000/$9,500
The prizes listed above have a combined total value of approximately £70,000/$95,000+ (Based on exchange rate of 1GBP = 1.3473706USD). Correct at time of publication on 30/05/2025.
Opening date for entries is 5 June 2025 at 12:00.
Closing date for entries is 27 October 2025 at 23:59.
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Entry rules and requirements:
– Maximum one entry per person per form. Votes across multiple forms will be collated and with each vote a new entry is counted.
– To be eligible for the prize draw, you must follow @wanderlustmag on Instagram OR Wanderlust Travel Magazine on Facebook at the time of entering and still be following the account during the time of the prize draw.
– If you are selected as a winner, you will be asked to provide your Instagram handle OR Facebook name to pass our eligibility checks.
– Wanderlust reserve the right to announce the winners’ names on social media.
– The opening date is 00.01 on 30/05/2025. The closing date is midnight on the 27/10/2025.
– No purchase is necessary, and the prize draw is free to enter for all entrants aged 18 or over.
– Entries can only be submitted online via the main competition entry page. Only entries submitted following the specified entry mechanism will be deemed valid entries.
– No responsibility can be accepted for entries late, lost, or incomplete entries. Entries cannot be accepted if all mandatory fields are not completed.
– Any entries which are deemed offensive will be disqualified at the discretion of the Promoter or Prize Providers and no further correspondence will be entered into.
– Fraudulent, multiple or spam entries will be disallowed. Any Entrant may be disqualified from this competition at the discretion of the Promoter or Prize Providers for any failure to comply with these Terms and Conditions or cheating in any way such as: using any cheats, hacks or other 3rd party “helper” applications or “bots” to simulate human interaction; exploiting the application in any way or using the application in any way that circumvents the purpose and conditions of the Competition. Misrepresentative or fraudulent entries will invalidate an entry.
– Entries are not open to employees (or members of their families) of the Promoter or of any of the Prize Providers.
– All winners will be announced and contacted before 31/12/2025.
– The winners will be chosen at random from those entrants whose entries have reached the Promoter by the closing date.
– The Promoter will use reasonable endeavours to contact the winners using the contact details supplied upon entry. If a winner does not respond within 14 business days of the first notification, the winner forfeits their right to claim the prize. The Promoter shall not be responsible should a winner provide incorrect contact details.
– If a winner is unable to take up their prize for any reason, the Promoter reserves the right to award it to an alternative winner, in which case the first winner chosen will not be eligible for any share of the prize whatsoever.
– The Promoter, Prize Providers and any associated third party accept no liability for any loss, expense or damage which is suffered or sustained (whether or not arising from any person’s negligence) in connection with the promotion or the winners’ enjoyment of the prize, other than such liability that cannot be excluded by law including death or personal injury caused by negligence, where liability shall be limited to the minimum permissible by law.
– Wanderlust Travel Media Ltd. is based in the UK and the competition prize will be delivered under the terms of the UK’s laws and regulations. By entering this competition and ticking to accept the competition terms and conditions, entrants from outside the UK agree that The Promoter and Prize Providers will not accept any liability or responsibility for any extra costs or issues incurred by the entrant not being a resident of the UK. This includes, but is not limited to: any non-UK taxes that may apply in the entrant’s country of residence (such as taxes on competition prizes); any additional travel costs incurred in order to undertake the prize as not already specified as being part of the prize; any differences in exchange rates; any visa implications for travelling via the UK.
– The Promoter and Prize Providers reserve the right to feature this prize draw on other printed or digital material and winners may be requested to take part in post event publicity.
– The prize must be taken as stated within the individual Prize Providers’ terms and conditions and no compensation will be payable if a winner is unable to use the prize as stated.
– If the prize is not claimed by the expiry date stated, the prize will be forfeited and no correspondence will be entered into.
– The prize winner is solely responsible for declaring details of any award provided under the promotion to HMRC and for paying any tax liability which may arise.
– The Promoter will select nine winners and will use reasonable endeavours to contact the winners using the contact details supplied upon entry within one month of the competition closing.
– The winner will be contacted by email and details will be provided via email on how to claim and book the prize. In the event that the prize notification email is returned as undeliverable, the prize will be forfeited, and an alternative winner will be selected from all remaining (non-winning) eligible entries.
– The Promoter and Prize Providers will not be responsible for any incorrect, inaccurate or incomplete information communicated in the course of or in connection with this promotion if the deficiency is occasioned by any cause outside the reasonable control of the Promoter or Prize Providers including without limitation technical malfunctions or failures. Tax implications may arise from the receipt or use of a prize. Independent financial advice should be sought.
– In the event of war, terrorism, state of emergency, disaster or any other circumstance beyond the control of the Promoter or Prize Providers, they reserve the right to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the promotion at any time and without notice. This also applies to any actual, anticipated or alleged breach of any applicable law or regulation, or if travel would be contrary to UK Foreign Office advice, or if circumstances arise outside of its control that prevent the implementation of the prize.
– If for any reason this promotion is not capable of running as planned (for example but not limited to infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorised intervention, technical failures or any other causes) beyond the control of the Promoter or Prize Providers which corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this promotion, both parties reserve the right in their sole discretion to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the promotion subject to any written directions under applicable legislation. Both parties also reserve the right in their sole discretion to disqualify any individual who they deem to have breached any of these conditions or engaged in any unlawful or other improper misconduct calculated to jeopardise the fair and proper conduct of the promotion. The Promoter’s and Prize Providers’ legal rights to recover damages or other compensation from such an offender are reserved.
– The Promoter and Prize Providers are not responsible for any problems or technical malfunction of any telephone network or lines, computer online systems, servers, or providers, computer equipment, software, technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet or at any website, or any combination thereof, including any injury or damage to participants or any other person’s computer related to or resulting from participation in or down-loading any materials in this promotion.
– The competition will be delivered under the terms of the UK’s laws and regulations.
These terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales and subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
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Individual Prize Providers’ terms and conditions:
Prize 1: 21-day Grand Tour of Peru courtesy of Llama Travel worth approximately £9,000/$12,100
Terms & Conditions:
Prize: 21-day Grand Tour of Peru holiday, including Economy Class flights from London. Included are the Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Two Nights in the Sacred Valley, Inca Cusco and Colonial Lima excursions. Total value of approximately £9,000/$12,100 for two people.
Includes:
- Flights from London (this could be Heathrow or Gatwick). Other UK regional airports may be available for a supplement. If travelling from outside of the UK, no international flights will be included.
- All accommodation as described in the itinerary. If the winner wishes to upgrade hotels, a supplement will be charged.
- All land and air transport within the tour.
- Tours and excursions as outlined in the itinerary.
- Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Two Nights in the Sacred Valley, Inca Cusco, and Colonial Lima excursions.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Services of local representatives and guides, as specified.
- If the winner wishes to join any other optional excursions, these will be charged.
- Valid for departures in March, April, May, October and November 2026. Certain dates may not be possible due to poor hotel or flight availability, including dates around Easter.
- More information available at: https://www.llamatravel.com/holidays/grand-tour-of-peru
Terms & Conditions:
- The prize is a 21-day Grand Tour of Peru for two people.
- The holiday is available to people aged 18 years and over.
- The prize includes two places on a small-group trip with Llama Travel and is based on two people sharing one room, with all inclusions as stated in the current itinerary at the time of booking: https://www.llamatravel.com/holidays/grand-tour-of-peru
- The prize includes return economy flights from London. Llama Travel reserves the right to choose the airline. Flights from UK regional airports will incur a supplementary charge. If travelling from outside of the UK, no international flights will be included.
- Once confirmed, any revisions to the booking will be subject to additional charges.
- The prize does not include hotel upgrades, optional excursions not listed above, travel between the winner’s home and the airport, travel insurance (which is compulsory), tips, food and drink (unless otherwise specified), personal expenditure, or incidental costs. It is the responsibility of the winner to ensure they and their guest each have a valid passport, travel insurance, and any necessary visas.
- All elements of the holiday are offered per Llama Travel’s standard booking conditions and are subject to availability.
- The trip is valid for departures in 2026, during March to May and October to November, excluding Easter and local Peruvian public holiday dates. Llama Travel reserves the right to check eligible dates at the time of booking.
- The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or vouchers.
- The winner must book the prize directly with Llama Travel by calling 020 7263 3000.
- The prize must be claimed and booked by 23 December 2025. If the winner does not respond by 23 December 2025, a new winner will be selected and the original winner will forfeit the prize.
- Llama Travel reserves the right to change or withdraw the prize at any time without notice, and to amend the terms of the prize in the event of a major catastrophe, war, or natural disaster.
- The winner may be required to participate in reasonable publicity on behalf of Llama Travel.
Promoter: Llama Travel, 55 Rochester Place, London, NW11 9JU.
Prize 2: 10-night Hike the Great National Parks of the Western USA tour, with flights from any major UK airport, for two, courtesy of Much Better Adventures, worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
Terms & Conditions:
- The Prize
The prize includes a place for two adults on the Hike the Great National Parks of the Western USA trip, operated by Much Better Adventures, including:
- Shared twin accommodation
- All activities and guiding as per the itinerary
- Internal transport as per the itinerary
- Return economy flights from a major UK airport for two adults
- The trip will take place as part of a scheduled group departure operated by Much Better Adventures and is not a private or bespoke tour.
The prize is non-transferable, non-refundable, and has no cash alternative. It may not be sold, gifted, or passed on to anyone else.
- Travel Dates & Restrictions
The prize must be booked by 31st January 2026 and taken on a departure in May, June, September, or October 2026, subject to availability.
The prize must be booked at least 60 days in advance of the chosen departure.
Specific departure dates may be excluded depending on availability or operational constraints.
- What’s Not Included
The following are not included in the prize and must be covered by the winner and their guest:
Travel insurance (compulsory)
Personal expenses
Any pre- or post-trip travel or accommodation outside the trip itinerary
Any required visas, vaccinations, or health documents
The winner and their guest are responsible for ensuring they meet all passport, visa, entry, vaccination, and other health requirements for travel to the United States.
- Eligibility
The competition is open globally, but flights will only be provided from a major UK airport.
Entrants must be 18 or over.
The winner and their guest must be physically able to participate in a moderate hiking trip, and acknowledge that the trip involves outdoor activity in wilderness settings. Please see the difficulty rating section of the trip page for more information: https://www.muchbetteradventures.com/products/10771-adventures-hike-western-usa-national-parks/
- How to Redeem
The winner will be contacted by Wanderlust and introduced to the Much Better Adventures team.
The winner must claim their prize by 31st January 2026 and arrange their chosen departure date with Much Better Adventures within the eligible months of May, June, September, or October 2026.
Once booked, standard Much Better Adventures booking terms apply:
https://help.muchbetteradventures.com/agency-booking-conditions-for-customers
- Data & Privacy
By opting in, entrants agree for their contact details to be shared with Much Better Adventures for marketing purposes.
Data will be used in accordance with our privacy policy:
https://help.muchbetteradventures.com/privacy-policy
- General
Much Better Adventures reserves the right to substitute the prize for an alternative trip of equal value if required.
In the event the winner does not respond within 14 working days of notification, an alternative winner may be selected.
This prize is being offered in collaboration with Wanderlust magazine and may be promoted across their platforms.
Prize 3: 14-day cultural adventure in Vietnam courtesy of InsideAsia worth approximately £10,000/$13,500
Terms & Conditions:
RIZE: 13-day Greenland expedition cruise for 2 people, including economy flights from London
13-day Grand Greenland – The Icy Giants of Disko Bay expedition cruise.
HX are leaders in expedition cruising, taking guests to those places that lure the curious traveller. Their stylish, purpose-built expedition ships will bring you closer to a world of wonder.
Join this expedition cruise to Disko Bay, exploring Greenland’s wild western coast, including awe-inspiring mountains and the breathtaking Ilulissat Icefjord.
You’ll sail north through the cold blue waters of west Greenland. You’ll witness phenomenal scenery as we sail past icy mountains, into deep fjords and past jaw-dropping glaciers. As we reach Disko Bay, you’ll gaze at the immense icebergs and seemingly endless stretches of wilderness.
With onboard lectures and science centres, your Expedition Team will illuminate your mind with talks about history, culture, science and art, ensuring you return home with a deep understanding and love of the places you explore.
More information – https://www.travelhx.com/en-gb/cruises/grand-greenland-the-icy-giants-of-disko-bay/
DEPARTURE DATES:
13 & 23 June 2026
T&Cs:
Prize is provided by HX Group Ltd
• Prize cannot be converted to cash, is non-refundable and cannot be used to claim refunds if the sailing is cancelled in whole or in part.
• Prize is for an unspecified cabin with full board and drinks (breakfast, lunch & dinner – House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water).
• Prize includes free Wi-Fi (Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported).
• Prize includes complimentary tea and coffee and a complimentary reusable water bottle.
• Prize includes economy return flights from the UK (London Airports), and flights, hotel, and transfers to the ship in the destination.
• Some excursions will be included, but some may incur an additional cost, not covered by HX.
• Prize excludes UK airport transfers, and the Winner and guest are responsible for getting to and from the London airport at their own expense.
• Prize is subject to availability and must be booked not less than one month in advance.
• Once booked dates cannot be changed other than in accordance with the booking terms and conditions of HX (see below).
• All parts of the prize must be used in conjunction with the same booking. Winner and guest must travel on the same itinerary and share the same cabin.
• The prize is not transferable to anyone other than the Winner plus their guest.
• Departures are 13 June & 23 June 2026
• HX reserves the right to replace the prize with an alternative prize of equal or higher value if circumstances beyond the HX’s control makes it necessary to do so.
• Winner and guest must be 18 years of age or older to travel.
• Winner and guest are solely responsible for ensuring they are available to travel have valid travel documentation (e.g. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after travel, visa/visa waiver may be required) and obtaining adequate travel insurance and appropriate vaccinations at their own expense.
• The Prize does not include spending money, tax or personal expenses and any other costs incurred by each of Winner and guest that are incidental to the fulfilment of the prize are their own responsibility.
• By claiming prize and making booking, each of Winner and guest accept HX’s terms and conditions and the health and safety requirements applicable to the sailing and available at:
Terms and Conditions | General | HX Hurtigruten Expeditions UK (travelhx.com)
https://www.travelhx.com/en-gb/practical-information/health-and-safety/
Prize 6: 14-night Colombia culture tour for two with flights courtesy of Journey Latin America worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
Terms & conditions:
Villa holiday for 6 people to the island of Corfu, Greece
Including:
• Return flights from London Gatwick (regional departures available on request)
• Hold luggage
• Car hire
• 7 nights at Villa Icarus, a luxurious villa with private swimming pool and extensive grounds
T&Cs:
• The prize is valid for travel in 2026 and is subject to availability.
• The villa can accommodate up to 10 people (villa plus neighbouring one bedroom cottage). A cost for additional passengers would be charged to cover flight seats and car upgrade.
• The prize is as stated, are non-transferable, and cannot be changed in any way or substituted for a cash alternative
Prize 8: 15-day Madagascar wildlife tour for two courtesy of Explore worth approximately £8,000/$10,800
Terms & conditions:
The prize is a 15-day Explore holiday for two adults travelling together on the ‘Madagascar: The Lost Continent’ (MD) tour. Total prize value worth up to £8,000.
The prize holiday includes accommodation (on a twin-share or double basis), ground transport, some activities and some meals as shown on the itinerary, an Explore Tour Leader, local guides and airport transfers both ways in the tour country to/from the hotel. It also includes economy class return flights, including hold luggage, from a London airport. The prize does not include any optional extras or upgrades; nor does it include the cost of travel insurance or visas (if required).
The prize holiday can be booked for any available departure date of their selected tour departing before 31 December 2026.
The prize holiday must be booked least six weeks prior to the departure date, whichever is earlier.
Additional passengers may be added to the booking but will be subject to availability and will be charged the full adult price applicable at the time of booking.
The booking must be made directly with Explore (see www.explore.co.uk) and is subject to Explore’s normal Booking Conditions (see www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/terms-and-conditions).
The prize is an Explore small group adventure tour. It is not a voucher for the prize value. The prize is not transferable and cannot be redeemed in full or part for cash or any other alternative prize or holiday.
In the event of unforeseen circumstances, Explore reserves the right to withdraw or amend the prize at any time and without notice.
Prize 9: 7-night full-board holiday at Fushifaru Maldives for two with flights courtesy of Tropical Sky worth approximates £7,000/$9,500
Terms & conditions:
A holiday for two to the Maldives staying for 7 nights at the Fushifaru Maldives five-star resort
Including flights from London and transfers to the resort, two people sharing one villa on a full board basis
Subject to availability, black out dates apply
Regional flight departures and upgrade to All Inclusive at a supplement