If you’re still deliberating your next vacation, take inspiration from this traveller who has added a brilliant travel record to his name. Sujoy Kumar Mitra has once again etched his name in the history books, earning a Guinness World Record for the Fastest Visit to the New Seven Wonders of the World. Mitra completed this jaw-dropping feat in an astonishing 5 days, 17 hours, and 28 minutes! His expedition, which commenced on 2 September 2024 in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan, wrapped up on 8 September 2024, leaving a lasting legacy of exploration and speed.
This adventure wasn’t Mitra’s first brush with record-breaking fame. An accomplished traveller who has visited all 198 countries, including all 193 United Nations member states and the likes of Antarctica, Taiwan, Kosovo, and more, Mitra is no stranger to globetrotting. His latest accolade only adds to a growing list of extraordinary achievements! He has previously established two notable Guinness World Records: Fastest Travel Across 7 Continents: In 2023, as part of an Indian duo, Mitra had set the world record for the fastest travel across all seven continents.
Fastest to Visit 25 Michelin Stars in One Day: Mitra set a record for visiting the most Michelin-starred restaurants in a single day. What made Mitra’s journey even more remarkable was the tight window of time he had to complete it. Travelling to seven wonders located on different continents meant he had to deal with everything from tricky flight connec.