A travel event
unlike anything the world
has ever seen
Powered by Planeterra
Get ready for bustling bazaars, ancient treasures, and a whole lot of spice… because we’re headed for India! If you’d like to join us as a traveller at GX in September 2024, it’s time to start your booking with us as ticket sales are limited!
Looking to join us as media, as a supplier, or as part of Planeterra, Change Makers, or Community Camp? Get in touch now at: events@gadventures.com
GX-plained
GX is a feel-good celebration of travel and the profound impact it can have on the communities we travel to. It’s about bringing our communities together, from all four corners of the world, in the name of Community Tourism.
Together, we’ll explore the cultural wonders and must-see sights of India. We’ll also rub shoulders with the who’s-who of the travel industry and learn how tourism can be used to drive positive change in the world.
Here’s what you can expect at this multi-day event: a world-class speaker series, access to community engagement projects, live entertainment, top-notch meals, and, wait for it, an incredible party (or two!) you’ll be hard-pressed to forget. After all, GX is about changing the world — and having a damn good time while you’re at it.
The EXperience
An unforgettable adventure. Illuminating talks. One unreal party. Mix it all together — you’ve got GX.
Explore the land
Get up close and personal with the most iconic, sought-after sights in all of the land. Check out the local watering holes, witness iconic landmarks, go off the beaten path and explore the unexplored — all with the comfort of your travel group.
Expand your mind
Learn about the Power of Community Tourism through a speaker series featuring top industry thought-leaders. Transform your teachings into action by visiting local Community Tourism projects and getting to know the stories behind the people and places we visit.
Network, connect, and boogie
Rub shoulders with the who’s-who of the travel world. Connect with people from all over the globe who share a deep love for travel that changes the world. Grab your dancing shoes and toast to Community Tourism with a top-notch party — or two.
In Partnership with Planeterra
Planeterra is the world’s leading Community Tourism organization. With an ever-growing network of Community Tourism partners around the world, Planeterra ensures economic opportunities are created, places are protected, and cultures are celebrated through travel.
For the past two decades, G Adventures and Planeterra have been at the forefront of the movement to use travel as a force for good. By breaking down barriers and supporting communities to earn and income from tourism, we have shown that travel can have a positive impact on both the travellers and the local people alike.
Planeterra is also setting sights on new ventures such as Project 300. This is our newest mission to uplift over 300 communities all over the world through tourism. This means we’ll be tripling (Yes, tripling!) the number of community enterprises we support. From Mexico and Nepal to Iceland and Japan, Project 300 will, one day, reach communities all over the world.
Be part of the change
All funds raised through GX will support Planeterra. Join the movement for a better kind of tourism — one that benefits everyone involved and helps Planeterra transform travel into impact.
To learn more about their work and get involved, visit Planeterra or subscribe to their newsletter.
GX Peru: Snapshots from the past
While capturing the magic of GX is no easy feat, these snapshots offer a glimpse into the beauty, inspiration and pure joy that encapsulates such an event.
The Lineup
From award-winning journalists to awe-inspiring travel experts, meet the dynamic roster of speakers behind GX Peru in 2023.
Bruce Poon Tip
Founder of G Adventures and Planeterra
Jamie Sweeting
President of Planeterra
Meenu Vadera
Founder of Azad Foundation / Planeterra Partner
Tony Wheeler
Founder, Lonely Planet
Elizabeth Becker
Journalist & Writer
Aranya Johar
Songwriter, Rapper & Poet
Paras Loomba
Founder, GHE & Mountain Homestays
Brian Young
Managing Director, EMEA, G Adventures
Ernest White II
Producer, Journalist & Keynote Speaker
Carolyn Ray
CEO and Editor, JourneyWoman
Shivya Nath
Travel Writer & Consultant
Jaideep Bansal
CEO of Global Himalayan Expedition
Aayusha Prasain
CEO of Community Homestay Network
FAQs
Still got questions about GX? We’ve got answers.
At G Adventures we’ve always believed in the power of Community Tourism and its impact on our world. In partnership with Planeterra, GX is bringing together all of our communities to celebrate the positive impacts community tourism can present. Planeterra helps local organizations and communities use tourism as a catalyst to improve people’s lives, protect their natural environments, and celebrate their culture. In recognition of Planeterra, we will all be supporting this cause and helping uplift communities through tourism with Planeterra, all while attending the most epic event on the planet.
It’s two-fold: to connect hundreds of people from across the entire tourism community, and to raise funds for Planeterra — all while having the time of our lives!
Depending on your role in the tourism industry, you’ll be invited to participate in a multi-day trip where you’ll witness the power of community tourism in action.
Well, we aren’t there just yet! Let us know you’re interested in attending and we’ll have the right people at G Adventures and Planeterra contact you with more information.
The agenda for the event will be different for each group attending. If you are registered to attend, keep an eye out for an email that will share the schedule and key event details.
We’ll have different speakers throughout the event depending on what group you’re in. Regardless, everyone will have the chance to see Bruce Poon Tip take the stage along with a few other key speakers. More to come on that later, but keep an eye on our speakers section for more information.
All of our invites have gone out and ticket sales are now open to interested travellers. If that’s you, then let us know by starting your booking now. For anyone else, please reach out to: events@gadventures.com
While we would love to have everyone join us at GX, right now it is an invite only event for members of our travel community. If you are a member of the media and would like to attend, please reach out to events@gadventures.com and we can get back to you.
Yes, if you are interested in being a sponsor for GX, please reach out to us at events@gadventures.com
We’re sorry to hear you can’t attend but it’s wonderful that you would still like to donate. Here’s where you can donate to Planeterra .
For general support information, you can reach out to us at events@gadventures.com.
Start your booking now
The planning for GX India is in full swing! Remember: tickets are limited — so if you’d like to secure your spot as a traveller, the time to start booking is now!
GX India sponsors: Powering the adventure
Interested in joining us as a sponsor at GX? Get in touch at events@gadventures.com to learn about the many sponsorship opportunities we have available.