(Lebanon, NH – November 12, 2025) – The winners of the 2025 Global Rescue Photo and Video Contest have been announced, celebrating the creativity, courage and curiosity of travelers who see the world through a bold lens. This year’s theme, Travel Boldly, inspired photographers and filmmakers worldwide to share images and stories that reflect the heart of exploration — from remote landscapes and candid family moments to the rhythm of travel itself.

“Each entry told a story — not just of a place, but of perspective,” said Michael Holmes, Global Rescue’s head of marketing. “The photos and videos submitted this year reveal how travelers are embracing the world with open eyes and open hearts, finding beauty in movement, connection and adventure.”

Nearly $10,000 in prizes were awarded across four categories — In The Wild, Accidentally Perfect (Family/Friends), Between Here and There, and Life In Motion (Video). The contest was judged by a distinguished panel of globally recognized travel journalists, photographers and creative professionals including: Ben Horton, Jen Murphy, Arnie Weissmann, Berne Broudy, Geoffrey Morrison, Chelsea Bakos-Kallgren and Allie Savage.

In The Wild

Winner: Crossing on the Algae River by Muhammad Amdad-Hossain

“The colors in the shot are beautiful. I love the composition and how the photo captures the movement of the water and seaweed — the aerial angle gives a fresh dimension,” said Jen Murphy, who writes for The New York Times, Outside and Conde Nast Traveler.

“I love the unique angle that this is taken from, and the various patterns,” added Ben Horton, a National Geographic photographer and director.

Runner-Up: Antarctica by Bryce Hill

“Stark, moody, beautifully composed and incredible light,” said Berne Broudy, whose work appears in Outside and National Geographic Adventure.

“An incredible sense of scale. Wonderful desolation,” said Geoffrey Morrison, travel writer and photographer for CNET and The New York Times.

Accidentally Perfect (Family/Friends)

Winner: Breaking Away by Barry Crosthwaite

“With an almost deceptive simplicity, this photo is very strong. Its off-center composition is nonetheless a study in balance: the age differences of the subjects, the nun’s black and white habit versus the colorful background. The little girl’s arm forms a graceful arc to complement the arches behind her,” said Arnie Weissmann, editor-in-chief of Travel Weekly.

Runner-Up: Joy of Childhood by Muhammad Amdad-Hossain

“The photo is pure joy, not dampened in the least by its muted colors. Wonderful “accidental” composition,” said Arnie Weissmann.

“People soup! I like the authenticity of the ‘human-ness’ of it — a candid moment showing group fun, great colors and balance,” said Allie Savage, Global Rescue’s award-winning video editor.

Between Here and There

Winner: Let’s Move On by Cristina Corti

“I love the collection of people you see working together,” said Chelsea Bakos-Kallgren, Graphic Design Lead at Guidehouse and former Head of Design at Global Rescue.

“This photo captures the idea of ‘here and there’ beautifully. Even when faced with bus problems, the travelers and locals come together — it’s a wonderful story of community and perseverance,” said Savage.

Runner-Up: Passing Ancient Villages by Edward Dieppe

“I like the dichotomy of the rural locals and the Westerner on the bike and how the locals aren’t even glancing his way. That mix of cultures tells a larger story of travel,” said Murphy.

Life In Motion (Video)

Winner: Peru Mountaineering by Usman Raj

“It’s a really cool perspective in a really cool place,” said Horton.

“Great use of a variety of cameras to show a varied and gorgeous landscape,” added Morrison.

Runner-Up: Uyuni, Bolivia by Timothy Parrant

“Stunning footage,” said Broudy.

“This video opens in a gorgeous otherworldly setting, then transitions to the lush Amazon — giving the viewer a more serene perspective of an extreme sport,” said Bakos-Kallgren.

“The diversity of vision among the winners shows that travel storytelling is alive and thriving,” said Murphy. “Every frame — photo or video — brought us closer to the essence of what it means to explore boldly.”

Complete contest details and all winning entries can be viewed at https://www.globalrescue.com/lp/photo-contest-2025/.

Contact: Bill McIntyre | bmcintyre@globalrescue.com | +1 (202) 560-1195 (phone/text)

About Global Rescue

The Global Rescue Companies are the world’s leading provider of medical, security, evacuation and travel risk management services to enterprises, governments and individuals. Founded in 2004, Global Rescue has exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations and Elite Medical Group. Global Rescue provides best-in-class services that identify, monitor and respond to client medical and security crises. The company has provided medical and security support to its clients, including Fortune 500 companies, governments and academic institutions, during every globally significant crisis of the last two decades. For more information, visit www.globalrescue.com.