Our Explorers - 2024
Diyanat Ali
Founder, GHAC
R.S.Manasa
Artist
SinhaRaja T. Delgoda
Art Historian, Academic & Explorer
Gajanan Joshi
Head of BD, CeylonRoots
Shoeb Samad
Ex Deputy Director - Ministry of Tourism
Monika Guwalani
Content Creator and Digital Nomad
Suranga Jayarathne
Manager & BD, CeylonRoots
Shailaja Rao
Founder, The Future Kid's School
Nikeelu Gunda
Founder, Digital Connect
Hemanth Satyanarayana
CEO, Imaginate XR
Padamati Anvitha
Transcend Academy of Rock Climbing
Richa Chadda
VP, KLIB Corporate Library
Srividya Reddy
VC, G Pulla Reddy Education Society
Hema Balakrishnan
Lead Social Innovation, T-Works
Ravi Korukonda
Founder, Startup Hyderabad
Pratima Sinha
CEO, DSR Education Society
John Biswas
Director of Culinary, Radisson Blu
Tejo Guna
Traveller, Artist
Amita Desai
Director, Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad
Lokesh Nathany
Storyteller | Founder, MyInnings
Allu Bobby
IT | Film Producer I Traveller
Jagadesh Reddy
MD, Pristine Eye Hospitals
Nithin Yemula
Mountaineer, I&PR, Govt of Telangana
Kumar & Sushma
Doctors I Globe Trotters
Shoba Rudra
Founder, Rare India
Aruna Reddy P
Founder, Gnanasethu
Kalpana Ramesh
Founder, The Rainwater Project
Raize Kubra
Tourist Guide
Samanyu Pothuraju
Mountaineer
Amit Agarwal
Co-founder, Zetexa
Ramesh Loganathan
Professor, IIIT Hyderabad
Anthony Vipin Das
Around the World in Magnets
Edwin Emanuel
Managing Partner, Premiere Photography
Kunal
Biker, IT Manager
Jaahnavi Sriperambuduru
Mountaineer
Carl Joshua NCube
CEO, Rural BnB
Sri Charan Lakkaraju
Founder CEO, Student Tribe
Satyavathy P
MC Member, OGA
Siraj Ansari
MD, Avion Holidays & Avion Academy
Gaurava Yadav
Founder, Indian Principals’ Network
Amey Marathe
VP, Telangana Chefs Association
Paridhi Gupta
VP, Ernst & Young LLP
Prakash Naiker
VP- Underwriting & Claims - Asego
Lenny Emanuel
Photographer, Premier Studios
Amarjeet & Sunita
Founders, La Villa Bethany
Uha Sajja
Social Impact Entrepreneurship, WE Hub
Uma Chigurupati
Executive Director, Granules India Ltd.
Vikram Muday
CEO, MI Tours
Naren Raparthi
CEO, Raasta Studios
Ramchandram D
MD, Solus Media
Kinnera Murthy
Festival Director, Hyderabad Literary Festival
Ilamparithi J
Chief Product Officer, WSFx
Sri Priyatham
Illustrator
Orhan Yalman Okan
Hon'ble Consul General, Republic of Turkiye
Srujan Yeleti
COO, Zetexa Global
Neha Kanitkar
Co-Founder, The Wayfarers
Lorenzo Biagini
French Professor, Alliance Française
Pranay Kumar
Scuba Diver | Manager, Decathlon
Peggy Lejeune
French Expat, Amoureuse de l'Inde
Anilesh Khare
Rock Climber & Leadership Professional
Sudheer Sandra
Founder, SUPAR School
Manga Pasula
Founder, Cheriyala Koyya Bommalu
Masood Hussain
Wildlife Photographer
Vishala Reddy
Founder, Milletbank
Hannah Sunitha
Rtd. Librarian, KGCW
Vidushi Duggal
Around the World in Magnets
Rajesh Dhyani
Executive Director, Hexagon
Mohd Zubair Ali
Hyderabad Food Diaries
Perviz Dara Bhote
Editor, Avestagenome Project
Vishwanath Pandey
Founder, Total Hospitality
Joginder Tanikella
CEO, T-Works
Nathasha Fernando
Manager of TWW
Neha Aggarwal Sharma
Chief Partnerships Officer, OGQ
Kasun, Chamari & Elina
Travel With Wife
Michael Jayawardana
Product Development, Hayleys Advantis
Karan Shah
Designer I 8FX Studio
Sudha Mallapudi
Co-Founder & CEO, Abhihaara
Prashanth
Nomadic Painter
Ravali Yalamanchili
Founder, Neya Dermatology & Aesthetics
Aditya Rajan
CA, Biker
Ravi Prabhu
195/195 Countries, World Traveller
Aravindakshan TSY
Founder, Qavach
Deepti Raj
Psychiatrist, Pi Health Wellness
Adeline Leguillier
Course Director, Alliance Française
Sanjay Thakur
Principal, IHM Hyderabad
Samuel Sukumar
Ex-Director, Geological Survey of India
Karthik Kolipaka
Founder, Trip Tin Adventures
Shanthala Veigas
Associate Director, WE Hub
Nelsy NCube
CEO, Victoria Falls 365
Tejaswini Yarlagadda
Chairperson, Pleach India Foundation
Key Highlights
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Keynote Address
Dr. SinhaRaja Tammita-Delgoda
Historian, Art Historian, Academic, Writer, Explorer and Award Winning Filmmaker, Dr. SinhaRaja Tammita- Delgoda is an authority on the art, history and culture of Sri Lanka.
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World Stage
Rural Tourism
Explore the charm of Rural Tourism at Travernia Fest, where UN Tourism Special Ambassador for Gastronomy, Carl Joshua NCube will discuss how staying in rural homestays offers an authentic and immersive travel experiences. Learn from Nelsy NCube on how these accommodations connect travelers to local cultures, traditions, and sustainable tourism practices.
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195/195 Countries
Ravi Telugu Traveller
Interact with Ravi Telugu Traveller, the first Telugu person to have completed all the 195 countries, where he will share his incredible experiences exploring destinations across the globe. Known for his engaging storytelling and adventures in all of the 195 countries, Ravi inspires millions through his unique perspective on travel.
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Country Focus
Sri Lanka
Discover the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of Sri Lanka at our Travernia Fest panel, where experts will share insights into the island’s breathtaking landscapes, from lush tea plantations to pristine beaches. Learn about its vibrant history, diverse wildlife, and must-see travel destinations. Whether you're drawn to adventure, culture, or relaxation, Sri Lanka offers something for every traveler!
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Interactive Experiences
Virtual Reality Tours
Step into the future of travel with immersive AR/VR experiences at Travernia Fest, where you can explore iconic destinations from around the world without leaving the zone. From walking through ancient ruins to flying over breathtaking landscapes, this innovative area allows you to experience travel like never before.
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Explore The World
Turkiye
Turkiye, a country where East meets West, will be the focus at Travernia Fest, showcasing its rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture. From the architectural wonders of Istanbul to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, Turkiye offers a journey through time and tradition. Attendees will explore the country’s unique blend of ancient civilizations, culinary delights, and stunning coastlines. Discover why Turkiye continues to enchant travelers worldwide with its fascinating fusion of heritage and modernity from the Hon'ble Consul General Mr.Orhan Yalman Okan.
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Book Preview
Around the World in Magnets - Telangana
Join us for a Book Preview of "Around the World in Magnets: Telangana Edition," a captivating book that showcases a unique collection of travel magnets from across Telangana. Discover how these tiny souvenirs tell stories of cultural diversity, history, and unforgettable journeys.
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Travel Influencers
Travel With Wife
Kasun & Chamari, the couple behind Travel with Wife started their travel vlogging journey in 2018 after a trip to Diyaluma Falls, gaining popularity through social media. They collaborated with SriLankan Airlines, winning awards for their marketing innovation, and later earned the title of Most Popular Influencer at the Raigam Social Media Awards.
