Extraordinary Travel Festival Announces Astronaut Jaime Alemán as Speaker
Bangkok, Thailand, December 22, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF), the world’s premier gathering for extreme travelers and global explorers, proudly announces Jaime Alemán as a keynote speaker for ETF III, taking place October 22–25, 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand.
Alemán is the first individual in human history to achieve a staggering trifecta of exploration:
- Traveled to all 193 UN member countries
- Reached both the North and South Poles
- Journeyed into outer space
His appearance at the Extraordinary Travel Festival marks a rare opportunity for attendees to hear firsthand from one of the planet’s most accomplished contemporary explorers.
“Jaime Alemán embodies the absolute pinnacle of global exploration,” says ETF co-founder Ric Gazarian. “Very few people have been to every country. Even fewer have reached both poles. And only a tiny fraction of humanity has ever traveled to space. To combine all three is extraordinary—and perfectly aligned with the ethos of the ETF.”
About ETF III
ETF III will unite hundreds of the world’s most traveled individuals, including country collectors, overland adventurers, explorers, extreme travelers, and those pushing the boundaries of what it means to experience the world. The event will feature more than 20 speakers, including adventurers who have climbed the Seven Summits, visited every sovereign nation, and explored some of the most remote corners of the globe.
The festival will also bring together the leaders and members of major communities such as Every Passport Stamp (31,000 members), Travel Massive (60,000 members), Pangea (27,000 members) and NomadMania (25,000 members), creating unparalleled opportunities for networking among the world’s most dedicated travel enthusiasts.
“Our goal is to convene the world’s most passionate travelers in one place,” Gazarian says. “Bangkok, with its vibrant culture and unmatched energy, is the perfect location to host this next edition of the festival.”
ETF III will include keynote talks, breakout sessions, cultural programs, vibrant social gatherings, and a gala dinner. The event has previously drawn international media attention, with coverage in the Wall Street Journal and the Australian Financial Review, both of which have featured ETF in front-page travel stories.
Ticket Information
Tickets for ETF III are now on sale:
extraordinarytravelfest.com/tickets/
Use code BANGKOK for a discounted rate.