The Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF) has commenced its third edition at the Ambassador Hotel in Bangkok, drawing 268 travellers from across six continents. These attendees, who have ventured to remote destinations such as Afghanistan and the Principality of Sealand, are gathering to share insights and experiences over a four-day event featuring keynotes, breakout sessions, film screenings, and a gala dinner.
Ric Gazarian, Co-Founder and Organiser of ETF, highlighted the unique nature of the event, stating, "Two hundred sixty-eight people who have been almost everywhere, in one room in Bangkok — this is not your average travel conference." The festival, running from 22 to 25 October under the theme "Big Tent," brings together leaders from travel communities such as NomadMania and Travel Massive.
The event boasts 40 speakers, including Thor Pedersen, who will screen his documentary "The Impossible Journey," and Denis D. Grey, a veteran AP war correspondent. Other notable speakers include Ross OC Jennings, Jaime Aleman, Johnny Ward, and Maral Yazarloo, each sharing their extraordinary travel feats.
ETF III builds on the success of its previous editions, which have been featured in the *Wall Street Journal* and the *Australian Financial Review*. The festival continues to be a pivotal gathering for those pursuing rare travel achievements and exploring uncharted territories.
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