Hey Julien,


What kind of camera do you have, ff or a cropped? That makes a difference. If you have a cropped camera, the 17-55 2.8 is always an option (probably could pick one up used for about $750-800), along with the 70-200 2.8 non-IS for under $1000 and maybe just go over your budget a little with a used or refurbished 100 2.8 macro.


If you have a ff camera, the 17-40L is not a bad option (had one before and loved it) but it's a f4. You could also go with some fast primes like the 50 1.4, which are relatively inexpensive and lightweight for travel. I personally would prefer zooms for versatility.


If you like creative stuff you could pick up a lensbaby used for less than the 100mm macro...there's a lot of options for you to consider. Get the lenses that you think would use the most first and for the shooting your going to be doing and worry about saving up for the rest...