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A travel event
unlike anything the world has ever seen

GX is a celebration of the transformative power of community tourism — not only to enrich our lives but to empower the people and places we visit along the way. It’s about uniting our global communities for a week-long celebration of travel, all set in some of the most awe-inspiring destinations in the world.

With a top-tier team at your side, you’ll dive into the heart and soul of the region — but that’s only the beginning. You’ll also meet the real-life superheroes driving the impactful initiatives supported by Planeterra, immerse yourself in once-in-a-lifetime celebrations, gain exclusive access to the World Community Tourism Summit, and discover a profound truth: that travel isn’t just about exploring the world, it’s about changing it.

The GX difference

Community Tourism — dialed up to 11

Meet face-to-face with Planeterra’s community partners—the real-life changemakers uplifting communities through tourism. Whether through a delicious meal experience, a demonstration of vibrant handicrafts, unique stays, or transportation, you’ll experience the true meaning of community tourism and see how it empowers the people and places we encounter along the way.

Meals. Hotels. Experiences. All included.

GX is an all-inclusive event. This means everything from your meals and accommodation to experiences and transportation is included in your ticket. Tips? We’ll take care of those, too.

Upgraded stays, no extra charge

Wherever you lay your head at night, whether it’s a charming locally owned hotel or a cozy family-run bed and breakfast, you can count on upgraded accommodations from start to finish.

The best travel summit ever

Get ready for a jam-packed day of inspiration at the World Community Tourism Summit — one of the top highlights of GX! Hosted by Bruce Poon Tip and packed with global travel legends, we’ll explore how our travels can change the world by day, and as the sun sets, we’ll crank up the celebrations with a spectacular gala.

An all-star cast

This is your chance to rub shoulders with some of the travel industry’s most influential thought leaders — including Bruce Poon Tip! Mix and mingle, get inspired, and foster connections that just might lead to something even more remarkable.

World-class celebrations — and not just one

You want an epic celebration? We’ll show you an epic celebration. Picture this: live entertainment, dazzling dancers, world-class bands, endless food and drink — all at some of the most breathtaking venues in the country. These aren’t just parties, they’re epic celebrations you’ll be hard-pressed to forget.

Meet Planeterra

GX is run in partnership with our good friends at Planeterra — the leading non-profit using Community Tourism to change lives in over 500 communities and 80 countries around the world.

When it comes to GX, we believe in taking action to make a difference. That’s why every dollar raised directly supports Planeterra’s mission to connect communities to the benefits of tourism. Through these efforts, they create economic opportunities, protect vital places, and celebrate diverse cultures through travel. To learn more about Planeterra and their impactful work, visit www.planeterra.org .

In just two short years, GX has raised an astounding $450,000 to help fuel Planeterra’s transformative work all around the world — and this is only the beginning.

The GX hall of fame

We've had the pleasure of hosting some of the travel industry's biggest names at GX — from award-winning journalists to visionary founders and inspiring globetrotters — meet a few of our incredible, oh-so-inspiring speakers.

Bruce Poon Tip

Founder of G Adventures and Planeterra

Mario Rigby

Trailblazing Eco-Explorer, Motivational Speaker, and Global Connector

Jessica Nabongo

Global Citizen, Master Storyteller, and Travel Expert

Tony Wheeler

Founder, Lonely Planet

Elizabeth Becker

Journalist & Writer

Aryana Johar

Songwriter, Rapper & Poet