Adventurer of The Year with Virgina Ko #1253

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Virginia Ko, #1253, is the winner of the 2025 Adventurer of the Year Award. Virginia’s adventures began in Antarctica and continued with challenges like the Everest Base Camp trek and an Atlantic Ocean crossing in a damaged boat.

Her travels are also about connecting with people. She shares stories of hitchhiking in Azerbaijan and Georgia, finding peace in India’s Ganga River, and witnessing a cremation in Nepal.

Virginia enjoys immersing herself in local cultures, visiting UNESCO sites, and exploring unusual places like Afghanistan.

Her story is about resilience, cultural exploration, and embracing the unknown. Virginia Ko’s experiences will inspire and challenge your perspectives. Don’t miss the chance to hear from this solo travel pioneer.

 

This program was organized by Phoebe Piper #1244.