Nigerian travel content creator, Alma Asinobi, recently tried to set a Guinness World Record for the fastest trip across all seven continents. Her journey, dubbed #AlmaChasingContinents, aimed to be completed in less than 60 hours, which would beat the current record of 64 hours. Though Alma finished in 71 hours, she still reached a major milestone as the youngest and first Black solo traveler to attempt this challenge.
The 26-year-old’s journey started on March 20, 2025, in Antarctica at King George Island. She then traveled across South America, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Asinobi explained that her goal wasn’t just about breaking a record—it was about inspiring others. She said she wanted to show people, particularly African travelers with restricted passport mobility, that “even with the challenges Nigerian travelers face, we can dream big and make bold moves.”
However, Alma Asinobi’s trip was full of obstacles that tested her willpower. Traveling with a Nigerian passport brought difficulties like visa restrictions, airline policies, and delays. One of the hardest parts was during her European stop when she couldn’t secure a flight to Madrid on time. Asinobi shared,
“I don’t even know if it’s because of the Heathrow fire thing, but the bigger issue is that the only other flight to Europe is to Madrid, and it’s full. The worst part is that the next flight to Europe is on Monday.”
Her challenges continued in Africa, where she experienced issues checking in for a flight. Explaining the situation, Asinobi said she wasn’t allowed to check in online due to passport restrictions, and check-in closed before she could resolve it.
Alma Asinobi Reaches Sydney: The Final Stretch
The last leg of the journey was the toughest. Asinobi faced visa issues when trying to board her flight to Perth, Australia. “I was put on standby, waiting for confirmation from Australia till boarding closed,” she explained on X. Luckily, she was able to catch a flight to Sydney, her preferred destination. By this point, Asinobi had been traveling for over 56 hours and was running on sheer determination. “I’ve been running on autopilot for the past 56+ hours, just powering through,” she said.
Alma Asinobi completed her trip by landing in Sydney after 71 hours. Though she didn’t break the record, she felt proud to finish. “Even if I didn’t break the record, I just wanted to finish what I started. I wanted to prove that limitations are not denials,” Asinobi reflected.
Overall, Alma Asinobi remained determined and found ways to overcome every challenge she faced during her journey. She showed that with courage and persistence, it’s possible to achieve great things. You can find more inspirational stories here.
