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The NomadMania Travel Awards is an annual event to celebrate achievements in travel and inspire new generations of travellers. See the nominees and cast your vote at nomadmania.com/awards2024-voting/
Here's the list of categories:
Best Digital Travel Creator: The content creator whose videos, posts or podcasts excite, motivate, entertain and educate in terms of travelling globally
Best Digital Creator – Country Specific: The content creator whose videos, posts or podcasts excite, motivate, entertain and educate in terms of a specific country.
Best Travel Book: The book that takes readers on new adventures, sparking the love for travel with every page
Most Trusted Local Fixer: The go-to person who turns common trips into unforgettable local experiences with their know-how
Most Intrepid Traveller: A traveller whose travels in the last year have required considerable courage, risk-taking and craziness
Most Purposeful Traveller: The one whose efforts to create community, help local communities and, in general, travel with a purpose
Biggest Low Passport Index (LPI) Traveller: The one who doesn’t let the bureaucracy and passport nor nationality issues stop them in their travelling.
Biggest Traveller: The one and only, whose travels in the past year, in terms of both quantity (days on the road and number of trips) AND quality (difficulty and variety of destinations), render them a truly big traveller even by the standards of the NomadMania Community.
This year the NomadMania Travel Awards is happening live in Bangkok, Thailand on November 17th as a part of the Extraordinary Travel Festival + livestreamed (see below)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=IecVhAKenms
PS: I am very excited to be a nominated for "Most Purposeful Traveller" alongside some exceptional people. This is the first industry award I've ever been nominated for!
If you're a member of both Travel Massive and NomadMania, then cast your vote for yours truly at nomadmania.com/awards2024-voting/ 🙏
Easy vote! I voted for the founder of Travel Massive, Ian Cumming, for building an incredible travel community.
Hear from London Travel Massive Director @MatthewGardiner (and SVP at Finn Partners) on the Travel Trends Podcast hosted by @Dan-Christian.
In this episode (S4/E14), Matthew shares his thoughts and insights on:
• His involvement leading the London Travel Massive and what makes the community special
• How podcasts have evolved for travel research and planning (a study from Finn Partners)
• How to start a podcast for your travel brand and make it a success
• How destination marketing has evolved to tap into the consumer experience
• What makes World Travel Market (WTM) in London a must-attend global event
• Advice on building your career in the tourism industry
Listen in to Matthew and Dan's discussion to uncover the trends shaping the future of travel marketing.
Great to hear Matthew on Dan's podcast this week! I love these quotes from Matthew about building your career in the tourism industry:
"There are no wrong notes"
"Look for excuses to talk to interesting people"
"Say yes to opportunities" (no matter if they are scary!)
🎧 Tune in to the podcast over at www.traveltrendspodcast.com/episodes/s4-e14-world-travel-market-matthew-gardiner
Attending World Travel Market in London? Meet Dan and Matthew on their panel:
📍 WTM Yellow Theatre
🗓️ Wed 6th November 2024
🕕 14:00 - 14:30
Thank you Toronto Travel Massive members for joining us for a Guelph FAM trip to the John Sleeman & Sons Distillery. The Sleeman family, joined by Guelph tourism were celebrating the fall harvest with the release of Spring Mill's newest Single Malt Whisky.
The attendees had an opportunity to tour the distillery, located in an important heritage building, taste the whisky lineup and spend time in the sun with Guelph vendors.
This event is an example first in the series of experiential events the Toronto team aims to host along with destination showcases and learning seminars.
Learn more about the distillery at johnsleemanandsons.com
Learn more about Guelph at gatheringuelph.com
We look forward to hosting more experiential event in the future!
📸 Images by @katerryna
For people in the travel, hospitality and corporate events industries it can be challenging to remember all the new people we meet along the way. Even with a good memory it's not easy to retain all the information about what they do and who works for who.
Meeting new people isn't only about professional connections — it's about building a community of like minded people for social reasons too. I've been working on a list of "Essential Tips for Effectively Building and Creating a Community Through Networking Events and Summits" — let me know what you think!
1. Craft a strong introduction: Make your first impression count with a clear, engaging narrative about yourself that leaves others intrigued and curious to know more.
2. Actively listen: Make every conversation meaningful by focusing on what others are saying. Networking and making new social connections is a two-way street, and people appreciate being heard.
3. Appreciate your network and community: Celebrate the achievements of your connections, and show gratitude for their time and insights. A simple "thank you" can strengthen relationships. Help them and share other impactful projects they might be engaged in even if it's of no "business value" to what you do.
4. Leverage mutual contacts: Mention shared connections when reaching out — it instantly creates common ground and fosters trust.
5. Diversify your community and network: Broaden your horizons by connecting with professionals from various fields and remember that a person's hobbies and interests that you may find you have in common are often far from what you may assume based upon their profession. A diverse community or network opens the door to unexpected opportunities.
6. Follow up: Keep the momentum going after your initial meeting or contact. Thoughtful follow-up messages every now and then (do not spam!) can leave a lasting impression and pave the way for future collaborations.
7. Pay attention to body language: Your non-verbal cues speak volumes. Ensure your gestures, posture, and facial expressions reflect openness and confidence.
8. Be patient: Building meaningful connections takes time. Focus on developing genuine relationships rather than chasing quick results.
9. Attend events that are not related to your profession: Whether in person or virtual, events such as webinars, launches and conferences on a range of topics as they offer fantastic opportunities to meet potential new friends and collaborators.
10. Stay consistent: Make building a community whilst networking a continuous practice, not a one-off activity. It’s a long-term investment that pays off in the future.
Networking isn’t just a task — it’s a journey. By nurturing authentic connections and building a non work related community, you’ll create a vibrant network that may boost your career growth but it will very likely open up new opportunities for your personal needs and community spirit.
I hope my experiences (and what I am learning from them) can help others create and develop better networks and collaborations with potential new friends.
I would love any feedback and thoughts you have and please let me know if I'm missing something too!
Any "add ons" to my list welcomed!
Hi Gili, thanks for sharing these tips, these are fantastic!
Here's a few of my additions to your list:
- Have a good online profile so people can easily find and connect after the event. If you're reading this and haven't updated your Travel Massive profile, then this is your moment to hit the "settings" button and fill it out! :)
- Learn some tricks at remembering people's names. I am generally terrible at remembering people's names (I remember visually) so I try to remember a name with word association, and repeat the person's name at least a few times so it sticks. If it's not a common name (for me), I also ask how to spell it so I can visualise and remember. This is why dorky name tags are actually beneficial to many people at the event.
- Ask what people do outside of their profession. Later in the day/evening it can get a bit boring talking about industry stuff (unless you live in Dublin, in which case people talk about airline distribution until 1am — true story!). It's really fun to learn about people's hobbies outside of work, and often you find out you have the same interests!
- Disrupt conversations / groups that are taking too long. I often see some people huddled in groups for half an hour and observe quieter people hovering outside the groups. That's my cue to find an appropriate point in the conversation to bring the newcomer into the group and shake it up. It's a networking event, after all!
I also shared some networking tips from Hubspot last year, there's a few comments:
www.travelmassive.com/posts/professional-networking-tips-316305595
Hope that helps!
Awesome and many thanks!
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Our cozy, youth, rural coliving in La Rioja (the famous wine region), is on celebration mode and for this reason we would like to show you a bit how this year has been for us and how living here looks like.
After a year of work in the creation and development of Coliving Sojuela Joven, it is time to reflect on all that has been experienced this year. Thanks to the support of the government of La Rioja, this emblematic initiative for the demographic challenge has been developed as an innovative pilot project for the first time in our community. One year later, with all the objectives initially proposed positively achieved, Coliving Sojuela Joven is ready to continue to achieve even more.
Residents from all around the world
During this year of pilot experience, 22 people from all over the world have lived in Coliving Sojuela Joven for at least one month. The United States, Italy, Albania, Morocco, Ukraine, Poland, Burma, United Kingdom, Argentina, France, Mexico, Ukraine, Czech Republic, Germany and Spain are the 16 nationalities that have lived in our house and in Sojuela, discovering La Rioja from a very special point of view.
Teleworkers, artists, freelancers, students and researchers are the profiles of the people who come to the Coliving, building an interdisciplinary and international community, a very rich team where they can get to know different languages, music, cuisine and knowledge.
During their residence, they have been able to get to know the heritage of La Rioja, meet and exchange experiences with local people, improve their productivity and quality of life and even fall in love with a territory in which some have decided to stay and live forever. Whoever passes through Coliving Sojuela Joven leaves a strong memory, to come back whenever they want or never to leave.
International training courses host
More than 150 young people from La Rioja and all over Europe have passed through Coliving Sojuela Joven in one year. Thanks to the power of formal education, youth participation and programs funded by the European Union and the Instituto Riojano de la juventud Sojuela has been able to become a first class educational center. Photography, entrepreneurship, gamification and traditional games, psychology, personal development, botany and yoga are just some of the subjects that have been worked on, taking advantage of the surroundings.
As fervent believers in the strengths of the rural world, we defend that this is the ideal place to learn. Discovering the peace, tranquility and closeness to nature that favor cognitive development, Coliving Sojuela Joven stands out as an idyllic environment for team building and life learning.
Local Impact
Young people from all over the world, with experience in volunteering, at university, in technological jobs and with a strong technical component, have much to contribute to a town that produces much more than the primary sector. Here, the encounter between different cultures is genuinely made. The idiosyncrasy of rural Spain offers a much more authentic image than what many tourists see of our country and the relationship between neighbors is welcomed with open arms on all sides.
The welcome from the local population is a pleasure. Having the teachings and advice of people who know the countryside, having the proximity to solve day-to-day issues or organize any proposal much more easily than in the city are a luxury. The dimensions in the village are much more human and this facilitates the integration of very diverse profiles. Despite linguistic, age or cultural differences, the exchange is very enriching. For this and much more, there is nothing left to say.
Thank you Sojuela!
Healthy life and well-being
To have a sustainable, ecological and regenerative agricultural garden. To have our own chickens. Living facing the mountains and surrounded by nature. The Coliving Sojuela Joven experience would not be the same without the embrace with the environment. The time that nature offers us provides our guests with a quality of life that is appreciated from the very first moment. The productivity in the projects, the mood, the energy and the good gastronomy are easily infected with these opportunities.
Mountains and sports form a basic pillar of life here. From the fronton of the village, to the moncalvillo there are many opportunities for open gym near us. Working in the orchard, playing paddle tennis or basketball or going for a walk through the vineyards or the forest are some of the options we can do without leaving Sojuela.
With the strength and the good moments achieved this year we continue, looking for more young people from near and far to live in Sojuela and fight against the demographic challenge!
Read more at www.manfredontour.es/en/aniversary
I had a great time on a tour of Krakow in a Trabant! The company was Crazy Guides.
Our London tours are in the Iconic London Taxi and when the new edition added a glass roof, i couldn't be happier. Also in London in the very iconic vintage mini you will see Big City Small Car flying about - Red White and Blue. It always makes me smile when i see them.
Hi Timo,
I would like to contribute to this discussion because of my passion ❤️ for Italy. I've done my best to keep short.😀
(Part I)
Italy is a great destination for vintage car tourism and in perfect slow-drive exploration or speed-drive style and a variety of vehicles that cater to all tastes — from historic, vintage cars and modern classics models to retro "hippie" vans, and high-end luxury models and iconic two-wheelers like the Vespa and Lambretta, making it a car lover's paradise. It's the best way to discover the natural and cultural beauties of the regions, towns and villages crossed, to have a real interaction with the locals and to live their culture, traditions, folklore and music.
Driving through Italy is the ideal way to immerse in the country's cultural and natural beauty. Navigate through picturesque regions, charming cities, and quaint villages, gaining a deeper understanding of Italy’s rich traditions, folklore, and even local music. Along the way, exclusive access to hidden gems and unique sites offers an unparalleled travel experience.
Here is a brief list of some popular destinations, regions, towns and villages, to consider for car lovers:
Lombardy — Milan: known for its fashion and finance, Milan also boasts a thriving car culture. Head into the surrounding Lombardy region for scenic drives through rolling hills, vineyards, and charming towns (Varese, Mantova, Bergamo, Pavia, Valcamonica, Bormio, Livigno).
The Northern lakes — Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Lake Iseo and Lake Garda—invite drivers to cruise along their shores, with views of stunning villas, manicured gardens, and dramatic landscapes.
Piedmont (Langhe and Roero Wine Regions): Explore the captivating landscapes of vineyards, hazelnut groves, and mysterious medieval castles. Turin, with its royal history and majestic palaces, adds a regal touch to the journey.
Valle d’Aosta (Cervinia, Courmayeur): set against the stunning backdrop of the Alps, this region offers exciting routes for mountain driving, with stops at ski resorts and breathtaking alpine views.
Liguria (Genoa, Portofino, Camogli): A coastal escape, driving along Liguria’s stunning coastline takes you past colorful villages, steep cliffs, and Mediterranean views, with Portofino’s luxury charm adding a glamorous touch.
Veneto — Padua, Vicenza and Verona: while Venice is more suitable for boating, nearby Padua, Verona and Vicenza offer scenic routes that pass through romantic vineyards (Valpolicella, Soave, Conegliano, Valdobbiadine, Colli berici) and historical cities, known for their artistic and architectural heritage.
Trentino and the Dolomites: for thrill-seekers, driving through the Dolomites offers a mix of sharp turns, mountain passes, and awe-inspiring views of the jagged peaks, perfect for testing both vintage and modern cars.
(to be continued)
(Part II)
Tuscany: Tuscany is home to some of the most beautiful cities in Italy: Florence, Arezzo, Grosseto, Livorno, Lucca, Massa, Pisa, Pistoia, Prato e Siena. Florence, the region's capital is an open-air museum, where you can stroll for days discovering architectural masterpieces. Besides it is also the famed wine regions — Chianti, San Gimignano, Montepulciano, and Montalcino, Val di Chiana, Val d’Orcia, Scansano, offering breathtaking drives through vineyards and medieval towns, where you can stop to taste world-class wines. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, and historical towns, making it a picture-perfect route for leisurely drives.
Emilia Romagna: is the land of good living and gourmet flavours. The main cities: Bologna, Parma, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Ferrara, Piacenza and Ravenna — these cities are famous for their food, but they also offer excellent driving routes through the region, known for its Motor Valley (home to Ferrari and Lamborghini) and beautiful countryside.
Umbria: Known as Italy’s green heart, it offers peaceful drives through rolling hills, olive groves, and medieval towns like Assisi and Perugia, steeped in history and spirituality.
Lazio — Rome: A city where ancient history meets modernity, driving in Rome allows you to experience iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Vatican City, while venturing beyond to the Roman countryside.
Campania: Campania offers landscapes, history, culture and a gastronomic tradition that the whole world envies. Napoli, Sorrento, the archaeological area of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata — UNESCO heritage sites, a consistently mild climate, lush nature framing breathtaking landscapes, unspoilt villages and fairy-tale coastlines: Amalfi Coast: One of Italy’s most famous driving routes, the Amalfi Coast boasts winding roads perched above azure seas, passing through colorful towns like Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi. The drive offers breathtaking views at every turn.
Puglia — Alberobello, Locorotondo, Ostuni, Martina Franca: Puglia’s sun-kissed landscapes are perfect for exploring in a classic car, with stops at the famous trulli houses of Alberobello and the whitewashed towns of Ostuni and Locorotondo.
The Islands: Elba, Sicily, and Sardinia: Each of these islands offers its own driving paradise. Sardinia's coastal roads, Sicily’s historic towns and Mount Etna, and Elba's tranquil beaches and rich history make them ideal for exploration by car.
Everywhere you go in Italy, the local cuisine and fine wines are essential parts of the experience, making every stop along your journey a feast for the senses.
Additionally, Italy hosts exclusive car rallies for enthusiasts, offering the chance to experience Italian culture and style in a more interactive, experiential way.
In short, Italy’s car tourism—whether on four or two wheels—is available in all regions, big cities, and small villages, making it the ultimate destination for those who love both driving and culture.
Let me know if I can do anything else, I'd love to!
Best, Nona — exclusive-italy.it
To add to Nona's excellent list on Italy, there is a great option in Capri with cute Fiat 500's!
The Acropolis of Athens is one of the most famous and important historical landmarks in Greece, symbolizing the rich ancient civilization that once thrived in the city. To protect and display the many artifacts found there, the Acropolis Museum was created. This museum, located in the center of Athens, offers visitors a chance to connect with the history and culture of ancient Greece.
Built on Makrigianni Hill, itself an important archaeological site, the Acropolis Museum allows visitors to not only admire treasures from the Acropolis but also view ancient ruins through glass floors as they walk around the exhibits. This unique setting brings the deep history of Athens to life in a way that combines the ancient with the modern.
Building the New Museum
The museum that stands today is a modern architectural marvel. It was designed to replace the old museum that once stood on the Acropolis itself. By the late 20th century, the old museum had become too small to handle the growing number of visitors and artifacts, leading to the decision to build a new, larger facility.
Construction on the new Acropolis Museum began in 2003. The project, led by architect Bernard Tschumi and Greek architect Michael Photiadis, focused on creating a building that would highlight the ancient artifacts while blending modern design with functionality. The use of natural light throughout the museum allows the sculptures and exhibits to be displayed in a way that reflects how they were originally seen, especially in the Parthenon Gallery.
In 2009, the new museum was finally completed and opened to the public. Since then, it has become one of Greece’s most visited museums, welcoming millions of visitors from around the world.
An Impressive Collection
The Acropolis Museum holds more than 4,000 artifacts from the Acropolis and nearby areas, covering periods from the Bronze Age to Roman and early Christian Athens. These pieces are displayed over four floors, each focusing on different aspects of the Acropolis and its history.
One of the most famous exhibits in the museum is the collection of sculptures from the Parthenon, including the frieze, metopes, and pediments. These works of art offer a glimpse into the incredible skill of the ancient Greek artists, depicting scenes from mythology, religious ceremonies, and everyday life. Though some pieces remain in the British Museum as part of the Elgin Marbles, the Acropolis Museum has preserved and displayed the remaining treasures beautifully.
Other important exhibits include the famous Caryatids from the Erechtheion, sculptures from the Temple of Athena Nike, and artifacts from the Propylaea. The museum also displays smaller objects such as pottery, tools, and offerings that reveal more about daily life in ancient Athens.
A Blend of Past and Present
What makes the Acropolis Museum unique is how it combines ancient history with modern technology. Visitors can engage with interactive displays and multimedia presentations that bring the exhibits to life, helping them better understand the Acropolis and its significance. The layout of the museum is also designed to mirror the structure of the Acropolis itself, making it feel as though you are walking through ancient Athens.
One of the museum’s most impressive features is its glass floor, allowing visitors to look down at the remains of ancient streets and buildings beneath their feet. This creates a connection between the ancient past and the modern experience, giving visitors a sense of walking through history itself.
A Cultural and Educational Center
The Acropolis Museum is not only a place to admire ancient artifacts but also a hub for research, conservation, and learning. The museum has top-quality conservation facilities dedicated to preserving the fragile treasures from the Acropolis. It also hosts educational programs, workshops, and lectures, sharing knowledge about Greece’s cultural heritage with the public.
By blending ancient history with modern design and technology, the Acropolis Museum has become a symbol of Greece’s commitment to preserving its past. It is a must-see destination for anyone visiting Athens, offering an unforgettable journey into the world of ancient Greece.
The Acropolis Museum stands as a beautiful blend of the old and the new, providing a home for the treasures of the Acropolis and a space where visitors can explore the history and culture of ancient Greece. With its thoughtful design and world-class collection, the museum invites visitors to step back in time and experience the heart of Athens. Whether you are passionate about history or simply curious, a visit to the Acropolis Museum is a journey worth taking.
Hi all, this is a short post about Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece! :)
More photos on my blog post at greekcitytimes.com/2019/12/17/acropolis-museum-visiting-athens/
Have you been to the museum? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!
Hi Maria, thanks for sharing!
What's new in 2024 (this year) in the museum?
How many visitors does it receive a year?
:)
I don't know the statistics for this year, but I read that there were 1,716,570 visitors between June 2022 and June 2023 :)
It probably has happened to you that you are wandering around anywhere and trying to find a good spot for coffee. Not just a coffee place, a DECENT one. It happens to me almost every time I travel. Before I arrive, first thing I search is "Good Coffee". And Come On! Life is too short to not to have good coffee!
Coffees in Prague Czech Republic 🇨🇿
Ummm... this city surely surprises me with some amazing tastes of specialty coffee.
Here I list just some of them where you can easily find in the city center but NOT TOURIST TRAP :)
☕️ EMA Espresso Bar — Na Florenci 1420/3, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia
There are 3 branches now and the one at Masarykovo Nadrazi (Masarykovo Train Station or Metro Namesti Republiky) would definitely not disappoint you! They have this really nice hipster vibes and the coffee is so aromatic! Before you enter, you would get intrigued by the aroma.
☕️ Republica Coffee Martinská — Martinská 418/4, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
I recently just discovered this nice little place just right in the center where Metro Můstek or Narodni Trida is and about 5 minutes walk.
☕️ FofrKafe - Soukenda — Soukenická 15, 110 00 Nové Město, Czechia
This cafe I have discovered some years ago and their ambience is really good for work and to read. The setups upstairs are really cozy and quiet.
☕️ Scout Institute — Staroměstské nám. 4/1, 110 00 Staré Město, Czechia
This is totally a hidden gem with amazing working space and nice coffee. The point is, it is located right at the old town square! You have probably passed by this place so many times and missed it! Definitely need to check it out!
I have drunken specialty coffee since I can drink coffee, well… back in the era when Vienna just discovered what the Turks were drinking was so aromatic! 😚 Ok ok but no kidding, back before specialty coffee was popular in Taiwan which was sometime around in the millennials. Thanks to my auntie who has been a professional aromatherapist and a gourmet detective. I am lucky enough to meet all the amazing people in my life and how to define delicious and gourmet food.
Your comments and suggestions would mean a lot for me, I would love to hear from you what you want to know about! Places to visit in Türkiye 🇹🇷 or to find a nice cafe in Lisbon Portugal 🇵🇹. Write to me 😊
Find me on Instagram at instagram.com/@i_just_love_to_eat to follow 😊
Travel in 10 is your go-to guide for quick, 10-minute(ish) overviews of must-see destinations around the world. Each episode dives into where to stay, what to eat, and what to do, making it easy for global travelers to plan their next adventure—whether you’re waiting at the airport, driving to work, or squeezing in some gym time.
You can catch Travel in 10 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, or visit us at voyascape.com.
Hosted by myself and Tim Johnson, the Travel in 10 Podcast has been a mainstay in the top 10 travel podcasts on Apple Podcasts for years. Right now, in its eleventh season, Travel in 10 has held the #1 spot for Travel Podcasts on Apple Podcasts in Canada for two weeks straight.
Tim Johnson has spent over 15 years as a full-time travel writer, visiting 145+ countries and contributing to top publications like CNN Travel, The Globe and Mail, Bloomberg Pursuits, The New Yorker, and AFAR. Along with Travel in 10, Tim co-hosts the Journeytelling podcast, sharing incredible stories from around the globe.
I launched Travel in 10 back in 2005. As the host and producer of the show, I also co-host Journeytelling and founded the Voyascape Travel Podcast Network. I've led award-winning campaigns for brands like Tourism Australia, Destination British Columbia, Emirates, and Expedia, and previously served as a senior advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada.
Looking forward to getting more involved in the Travel Massive community and would love to hear what you think of the podcast!
Thanks for sharing, will check it out.
Thanks Ric - look forward to hearing what you think of it and if you have any suggestions or places you think we should cover next let us know!
So proud to announce the first issue of Destination Explorer magazine. Destination in the spotlight: Colombia, trends in tourism, most beautiful libraries and much more. Read it at destinationexplorer.world/magazine
So grateful for all partners that made this possible!
Love it. 👏
Congratulations and wishing you lots of success.
Let me know if you need original content about Thailand.
Thanks Gili for upvoting! In fact I was considering Thailand as a destination in the Spotlight for my next issue (end of February 2025)
HERE'S THE NEXT 5 UPCOMING EVENTS:
Get ready to explore the vibrant Gay Cape Quarter in a whole new way with Travel Massive Cape Town, Queer Eye Tours and The Gallivanting Goose. Join us on 1 November for a wild goose chase game that will have you and your team racing against time and each other in a fun-filled scavenger hunt – app driven.
We’ll start at 2pm sharp to assemble teams, explain the rules, and hand out smartphones loaded with the game. After a quick orientation, it’s game time. Using The Gallivanting Goose app, you and your team will complete creative challenges, snap photos, shoot videos, and climb the leaderboard in real-time.
Wondering what to wear? Leave the high heels and huge handbags at home. Bring your flats because the streets of the city will be your playground. While no running is allowed, we can’t guarantee you won’t work up a sweat as you move with purpose to complete the challenges.
Will your team tackle the easy tasks first or dive straight into the difficult ones to score big points? Either way, every move is tracked, and the live scoreboard will keep you on your toes as you compete for victory.
Date: 1 November 2024
Time: Start at 2pm sharp for team assembly and instructions (arrival and registration check in from 1:30pm)
Start Location: Gay Cape Quarter, Café Manhatten, 74 Waterkant St, De Waterkant
What to bring: Just your energy and sense of humour – we’ll provide the devices.
End Location: Honey & Dora, 55 Prestwich St, De Waterkant
Sign up today and join us for a wild goose chase game you won’t want to miss – or are you chicken?
Welcome drink by Café Manhattan. Then at the end of the game indulge in some tasty morsels by AB Creations at the end and a drink to quench your thirst after an exhilirating experience. Cash bar and full menu available at Honey & Dora.
For any queries or offers for lucky draw prizes please contact:
Juan Locke via email juan@queereyetours.com
Fuad Peters via email howzit@iamcapetown.co.za
NB: Street parking available in the area or park at the Cape Quarter parkade.
Link to event pageThis November, Travel Massive's annual WTM social is back!
On the eve of World Travel Market, join us and headline sponsor and host Stripe for an evening of fun, food and drinks and great content. Tickets always go quickly for this special event. It's the one, more than any other that brings our international membership together. It's a celebration of connections that transcend borders and a shared love of travel.
We're looking forward to bringing the Travel Massive community together for an evening of travel industry networking. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make some new ones. Whether you're attending WTM or not, come and meet with like minded professionals from across the travel, hospitality and leisure sectors.
Discussing 2025 travel trends you can look forward to hearing from an industry leading panel talking about what will matter in the year ahead and Danny Jennings from CIKLUM will be revealing a white paper on frictionless travel for Gen Z which explores the role that technology and seamless payments have to play within it.
Confirmed panel speakers include Alka Carter-Manning, Vice President of Supply Management at TUI Musement and Olivia Palamountain, Trend Analyst at Globetrender.
The evening is also an opportunity to connect with Stripe's Travel, Transport and Leisure Lead James Lemon. Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious start-ups use Stripe to accept payments, grow revenue and accelerate new business opportunities.
Travel Massive first timer or long-standing regular, we're looking forward to welcoming you.
Important Details
📍 Address: Stripe's New Office! Stripe, 5th Floor, 201 Bishopsgate, EC2M 3UN.
🗓️ Date: Monday 4th November 2024
🕕 Time: 17:30 - 21:00
✅ RSVP essential
Questions about this event? Please email your event hosts: Matthew Gardiner matthew@travelmassive.com and Benoit Collin Benoit@travelmassive.com
Please note: when you register for this event (which must be done in advance) we will also be sharing your details with Stripe to allow us to process your registration and facilitate your access to the venue. Please also expect there to be photography at the event.
Link to event pageJoin us for an informal meetup to discuss travel and frequent flyer loyalty programs at Lamppost Pizza & Backstreet Brewery in Vista.
We’ll reconnect, share our latest travel adventures, and chat miles and points.
👍 Lamppost Pizza in part of the iDine Rewards program. So you’ll earn airline miles for your purchase. You can double dip if you use a credit card with a restaurant bonus.
🚋 Plenty of free parking. Don’t want to drive? You can take the Coaster to Oceanside, then the Sprinter from Oceanside to the Vista Transit Center. From there, Lamppost is an easy 7 minute walk.
Please RSVP on the Travel Massive Event page.
See you on the 11th!
Link to event pageJoin us at the Bangkok Travel Massive ETF Happy Hour at the Bloom Cafe & Garden Lounge (Sukhumvit 13).
Join us on Thursday 14th November for official welcome drinks with the Bangkok Travel Massive and ETF attendees. This is a great opportunity to dust off your jetlag and and meet fellow attendees before the festival begins — RSVP is essential.
🤩 Complimentary welcome drink on arrival
🎉 Lucky prize draw announced at 7pm
🍺 Happy Hour from 6 - 9pm
🍕 Buy one, get one pizza free from 6 - 9pm
👉 RSVP is essential. Register on this event page.
👉 Attendees from 20+ companies including: Agoda, Between Travels, Filipino World Travelers, Flytrippers, Independent Consultants, John The Traveler, Marriott, OnlyACarryOn.com and ThePackingPrincess.com, Strategic Proposals Limited, TTG Asia Media, Team Spirit Thailand, TheHotFlashPacker, Travel Massive, Traveldise, Wandering Hartz, We Married Adventure, avisell, and more.
About the Extraordinary Travel Festival (ETF)
Over 200 avid, accomplished and adventurous travelers from six different continents will be joining the Extraordinary Travel Festival in Bangkok from November 15-17. The ETF brings the global community of accomplished and adventurous travelers together to forge new friendships and rekindle old relationships, showcasing 25+ speakers over 3 days sharing amazing travel content. The ETF is also a launching point to explore Bangkok, Thailand, and the ASEAN region. Learn more at www.extraordinarytravelfest.com
Please RSVP today to secure your spot.
Link to event pageThe Extraordinary Travel Festival Is Different
Our goal is to bring people together from around the world, who are any of the following:
🥾 Accomplished, avid, and adventurous travelers
🌍 Traveling to every country in the world
🌋 Passionate to explore extreme destinations
🍻 And love to have fun and network with likeminded people
When & Where
🇹🇭 We are excited to welcome you to Bangkok, Thailand for the second Extraordinary Travel Festival
🗓️ We will be hosting you from November 15 – 17, 2024
Reasons to Attend
✅ You will meet the world's most avid, accomplished, and adventurous travelers
✅ There will be great social events like dinners and parties
✅ You will hear amazing speakers, think TEDx for awesome travel talks
✅ You will be able to explore Bangkok and the region
Secure Your Ticket
Buy your ticket today, and use code MASSIVE to save.
👉 For more details visit www.extraordinarytravelfest.com
Link to event pageWatch the Livestream of the 2024 Pitch Competition and Award Ceremony for the Social Entrepreneurship Competition in Tourism!
On November 18, the ten finalists will pitch LIVE in front of the Jury and the audience and the winners will be chosen in both categories – Launch and Growth Track.
🏆 Meet the 10 finalists:
LAUNCH Track
• Astrostays – India
• Khalifast Fashion Design – Kenya
• ORMA Guides – Italy
• Tripseed – Thailand
• Appennini for All – Italy
GROWTH Track
• Your Accessible Flight – Moldova / Portugal
• Namlolwe Kayak Excursions – Kenya
• Janakpur Cultural Trails – Nepal
• Buslunteer – Belgium
• Himalayan Women Trail Leaders – USA / Nepal
👉 The 10 finalists are going through an 8-week mentoring program and will take part of a Pitch Competition on November 18 where the Jury will pick the Final Winners.
🚀 See all finalists and shortlisted initiatives for 2024: socialtourismcompetition.com/featured-projects-2024
🎥 Recording will be available – sign up for the event to receive notifications.
💡 Learn more about the Competition at socialtourismcompetition.com
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