National Geographic has launched the 2017 Travel Photographer of the Year contest. Photographers of all levels are invited to submit their most spectacular shots to the annual competition. The grand-prize winner with receive a 10-day trip for two to the Galápagos as well as the prestigious title of National Geographic Travel Photographer of the Year.

Visit natgeo.com/travelphotocontestto submit photos in any or all of the three categories: Nature, People and Cities. A first, second and third prize will be awarded in each category, worth $2,500 (£1,944), $750 and $500 respectively. Entries must be submitted by 30 June 2017. IBTimes UK presents a selection of photos that have already been submitted in the People category.