Successful Conclusion of the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand, November 24, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / The SOLD OUT Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF) concluded with resounding success, bringing together over 250 of the world’s most traveled people from six different continents. It was held from November 14th to 17th, 2024 in Bangkok at the Ambassador Hotel. Besides delivering world class content, the festival showcased the vibrant culture of Thailand, solidifying its reputation as a premier destination for travel enthusiasts.
The ETF was an opportunity for brands to connect with the world’s most traveled people. Some of the sponsors included NomadMania, the ultimate hub for passionate travelers eager to explore the world meaningfully, Most Traveled People which connects the extreme travel community, Golden Team, a travel agency known for curating exceptional journeys in Syria, and Tribes of Papua New Guinea, who focuses on tribal experiences.
The ETF gathered over 30 inspiring speakers over 3 days who informed and inspired all attendees, including:
– Randy “R Dub!” Williams, the Sultan of SlowJamastan, who created his own nation.
– Luisa Yu, a remarkable 79-year-old traveler who has visited all 193 countries.
– Thor Pedersen, known for his ‘Once Upon a Saga project, where he visited every country on earth without flying.
– Renee Bruns, a Guinness World Record Holder and former Fortune 500 executive, who has traveled to 124 countries and all seven continents despite the challenges of being in a wheelchair.
These speakers, alongside many others, shared their insights and experiences,
inspiring attendees to explore the world more deeply and meaningfully.
The festival was an incredible opportunity for networking and overall sharing and
exchanging each other’s experiences and ideas among a community of passionate
travelers. Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing
their eagerness to participate in the next Extraordinary Travel Festival.
A key highlight of the festival was the partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand
(TAT), which sponsored a spectacular gala party at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok
Sukhumvit. Attendees enjoyed breathtaking views of the Bangkok skyline from the
Spectrum Lounge at the top of the Hyatt. Participants were treated to captivating performances of traditional Thai dance and Muay Thai, showcasing the rich cultural diversity of Thailand’s regions better known as Amazing Thailand.
ETF has already began its search for its next host city/destination.
About the Extraordinary Travel Festival
The Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF) is the perfect place for avid, accomplished and adventurous travelers to connect and meet fellow adventurers, including those who have only known or spoken to virtually. It brings together a diverse group of passionate travelers from around the world from the age of 22-80 and hailing from 6 different continents. Attendees are already clamoring for the unannounced details of ETF III.