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?? Big congratulations to the new UN Grandmasters Olivier Castaignede from Singapore and Nicolai Petek from Switzerland, who just completed the journey of visiting all 193 UN countries!
MTP UPDATES
? Our amazing Grandmaster Ildikó Szabó just published her first book: The World is Your Playground – A Journey from a Small Town to Every Country on Earth. Ildikó is the youngest woman (as of 2018) and the first Hungarian to visit every country in the world.
?To celebrate, the Kindle version will be just $0.99 on October 7th for one day only! Grab your copy to be inspired by her journey!
??☕ We’re less than 50 days away from the Summit! Part of our team is already in Ethiopia, taking care of meetings, final checks and adjustments to make sure everything is perfect for the event. Of course, they paused to enjoy a cup of the famous Ethiopian coffee, but don’t be jealous! If you’re joining the Summit, you’ll get to try it too.
? Good news for our MTP community, bad news for scammers! The MTP app now has a special profile to warn you about fixers and travel companies that are scams - look for: MTP Black List-Fixers. This isn’t about opinions on service quality or prices, it’s strictly about spotting scammers, which can sometimes be risky to deal with. The list is carefully curated by MTP and the Grandmasters, based on research and verified cases, not just one person’s view. Check the video on our channel to understand more.
WORLD'S NEWS
? Jane Goodall Passes at 91 — A Lifetime Dedicated to Wildlife
The legendary primatologist and tireless advocate for chimpanzees and conservation, has died at age 91 of natural causes. Over her decades of work, she transformed how we see animals: not as instinct-driven creatures, but as beings with emotion and intelligence. Her pioneering studies in Tanzania revealed surprising similarities between humans and chimps, challenging long-held assumptions. With her passing, the world says goodbye to a gentle revolutionary whose passion inspired generations to protect our planet.
? UNESCO Expands Its Global Network New Biosphere Reserves
The biggest expansion in 20 years! These protected areas now cover over 8 million km² and support nearly 300 million people worldwide. Notably, São Tomé and Príncipe becomes the first country with its entire territory designated as a biosphere reserve. This effort highlights the balance between conserving nature and supporting sustainable communities.
? Wine tourism: a rising travel trend
Wine tourism in Europe is booming, especially among travelers aged 18–44 who seek immersive cultural and culinary experiences. The European Wine Tourism Index ranks destinations using vineyard acreage, production, PDO/PGI wines, and international awards, placing France first with iconic regions like Champagne and Bordeaux, followed by Italy and Spain. Emerging hotspots include Portugal’s Douro Valley, Greece’s indigenous grapes, and Hungary’s Tokaj region, offering wine enthusiasts a variety of unique experiences across the continent.
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