Johannes Völkner
Founder of the Nomad Cruise
Johannes Voelkner is the visionary founder of Nomad Cruise, the world’s premier conference-at-sea for digital nomads and remote entrepreneurs. A nomad since 2010, Johannes built his first Facebook group for location-independent professionals – now with over 40,000 members – and launched Nomad Cruise in 2015. His inaugural voyage brought together 100 travelers and, over 11 editions, has welcomed over 2,500 participants from 70+ countries, offering immersive workshops, island excursions, and deep community bonding.
Drawing on his background in online marketing and hosting sea-based events, Johannes has pioneered a model that blends travel, education, and connection. Featured by BBC and regularly speaking at global events, he emphasizes the magic of shared experiences and meaningful interaction. Whether building coworking spaces, launching Nomadbase Academy, or nurturing vibrant communities on platforms like Nomadbase, Johannes champions the transformative power of connection in the digital nomad ecosystem. He attended several Nomad Summits, including 2025 in Chiang Mai as a speaker.
