Age is just a number, but adventure knows no bounds. If you’ve reached that stage of life when you know all of the places you do (or don’t) want to go next, have time to really immerse yourself in a destination, and your desire to connect with others grows stronger — we’ve got great news! Continue Reading…
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Eight memorable places to visit in Ecuador
Beaches, wildlife, mountains, jungles, volcanoes, culture, food, and history. With four very distinctive regions in one country, beautiful Ecuador has everything you need and more. We’re sharing some of our top attractions (and what you should do there!) throughout the Andes, Amazon, Galápagos Islands, and Pacific Coast. The Andes 1: Quito Standing tall on the Continue Reading…
Six tips for hiking São Miguel in the Azores
Wow. Just, wow. As an avid walker, I knew I’d love hiking in São Miguel, but after my second day I already wanted to stay way longer than the week I planned. Lush green hills, oceanviews galore, and hikes that make you feel like you’re in a fairy tale — there is so much to Continue Reading…
Prepping for Everest Base Camp: a beginner’s guide
‘Are you going to do Everest Base Camp?’ people asked when I said I was travelling to Nepal to trek. ‘Oh, I doubt it,’ I would reply, amused that people thought I, someone with no trekking experience from a sea level country, could hike towards the world’s highest mountain. After some research, I learned that Continue Reading…
Borneo beyond orangutans – G Adventures
Let’s be real — seeing orangutans in the wild is reason enough to hop on a plane to Borneo. But wouldn’t you know it, there’s a whole lot more to see and do on the third largest island in the world. Read on as travel writer and seven-time G Adventures traveller Richard Kitzinger, shares highlights Continue Reading…
What to see, do, and eat in Johannesburg
Though it’s a great reason to go, Johannesburg isn’t just the city you fly into before heading off on a wildlife safari. This former mining town, known as the City of Gold, is brimming with experiences that we’ve highlighted for you in this full (but fun!) one day itinerary. Let’s get started with our suggestions Continue Reading…
Six can’t miss moments in magical Colombia
Have you ever been head over heels in love with a destination? Colombia sure makes it easy. It’s vast in every way: from the culture and food to the landscapes and climate, down to its history and people. Each region offers something distinct and brims with excitement for every traveller. Want to make the most Continue Reading…
What to see, do, and eat in Bangkok
While Thailand is certainly known for its beautiful beaches in the south and mountain ranges in the north, don’t overlook spending time in Bangkok before exploring the rest of the country. This vibrant capital city has it all — food, nightlife, history, architecture, spas, and entertainment. You may not get to everything but our guide Continue Reading…
Prepping for Portugal: 5 tips for a tasty trip
As you pack your bags, put down that shirt you bought three years ago (with the tags still on) and consider our list of must-bring items when visiting this European gem. While they might seem obvious, we’re going to tell you exactly why you need them. 1: A hearty appetite This is probably the most Continue Reading…
What to see, do, and eat in Cape Town
Welkom in Kaapstad! Or if you don’t speak Afrikaans, Welcome to Cape Town! While it’s unlikely to see everything this vibrant city has to offer in a mere 24 hours, we’ve highlighted some must-sees and must-dos if you had one full day to run around Cape Town. Morning Rise and shine! Tie up your laces Continue Reading…
The Maldives: No resorts needed
You might not know much about the Maldives, the tropical island nation off the coast of India, which may lead you to think that travelling there might be best done as a resort vacation. Think again: the Maldives, like many other vacation destinations, are best seen up close and personal; all the better to get Continue Reading…
Prepping for Patagonia: 7 tips for an epic trek
Since coming back from my trip to Patagonia, questions I’m often asked by curious travellers include: “What sort of clothes did you bring?” “Are hiking poles necessary?” “Did you train for the treks?” While booking my 9-day Patagonia Hiking tour I pondered the same questions and frantically searched online for how to prepare for this Continue Reading…
Feel the love on 10 heart-pumping tours
The heart wants what it wants — and for many travellers that’s the chance to fall in love whether it be with your travelling companion, your chosen destination, or the charming people you meet along the way. Facing new challenges together builds greater connections and travel is basically a string of fresh hurdles in a Continue Reading…
Hostel hop your way to the most Southeast Asia
Raring for a full throttle adventure across three countries in 33 days with an itinerary full of culture, history, natural beauty, incredible food, party hostels, and great people? Look no further than The Most Southeast Asia: Thailand, Vietnam & Cambodia experience. It was my final tour in this series after half a year of travel Continue Reading…
Where to travel in 2023 — part two
We whet your appetite for adventure in Where to travel in 2023 – part one and we’re back with a second course of destination suggestions. Our goal remains the same: sharing the best places you can visit in 2023 that focus not just on affordability and life-changing experiences for you but strong social impact for Continue Reading…
Hostel hop your way to epic Costa Rica
Sprawling rainforests, perfect surf, and sunsets over volcanoes — get ready for an unbelievable punch of adventure when you’re travelling on the Roamies: Epic Costa Rica: Craters, Rainforest and Hanging-10 tour. Setting out from the capital city of San Jose, you’ll stay in incredible hostels, meet fun people, and experience nature at its most beautiful. Continue Reading…
Hiking Patagonia: where do you start?
If you’re like me, hiking around Patagonia has been on your bucket list for a while but it’s a LOT of (very high!) ground to cover. How do you know where to start? I certainly only had Puerto Natales in mind for the famed W and O Treks, but my research turned up plenty more Continue Reading…
Travel horoscopes 2023 – G Adventures
A new year calls for a new travel bucket list. With over 100 countries to choose from, deciding where to take your next adventure can be daunting. But we’re here to help! Whether or not you’re a big believer in what the stars predict, we bet you’ll be intrigued by the destination aligned to your Continue Reading…
Fall for Japan: 5 unique autumn adventures
There’s no bad time to visit but as Autumn or Aki approaches, our thoughts happily return to Japan’s famous fall colours and ideal temps for exploration. We’ve missed its dynamic people, food, and sights SO MUCH and can’t wait for culturally curious travellers like yourself to join us now that entry restrictions have eased. Naturally, Continue Reading…
3 surprising cultural facts from National Geographic Family Journeys
There are some things you just can’t learn in a classroom. Luckily, National Geographic Family Journeys lets you take learning on the road with immersive travel experiences that get families up close and personal with some of the planet’s most historic locations and incredible cultures. Here’s a look at some of the fascinating cultural lessons Continue Reading…
Where to travel in 2023 — part one
It’s no secret to us that the appetite for adventure has returned massively as we head into the first full year of recovery since the pandemic. Travellers want to get out there and see everything, everywhere, all at once, but many are feeling that inflationary pinch. Knowing that there are communities we visit trying to Continue Reading…
Chasing waterfalls: our top 10 cascades on tour
With all due respect to 90s supergroup TLC, sticking to the rivers and the lakes that you’re used to is terrible advice. Especially when there are extraordinary waterfalls to chase from Morocco to Laos to New Zealand! Did you know there are 10 different types of waterfalls? Punchbowl! Plunge! Cataract! There are so many ways Continue Reading…
Hostel hop your way to the most Mexico
What comes to mind when you think of hostel hopping across Mexico? Do you see yourself jumping into the crystal clear waters of a cenote, staring in wonder at the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza or sipping a margarita on a white sand beach in Cancun? Whatever images you conjure of travel in this vibrant Continue Reading…
Capturing the Northern Lights and Icelandic sights on tour
If there’s one country that just gives and gives when it comes to epic landscapes, it’s Iceland. Having picked up photography in earnest at the beginning of the year, our Staff Engineer Matthew was eager to train his lens on this Nordic gem’s endless beauty. Ever the adventurer, he chose to bookend his Iceland Northern Continue Reading…
Go ape in Uganda with five unmissable experiences
It goes without saying that gorilla trekking is a must in Uganda, but that’s just one of the myriad ways to feel completely exhilarated in this remarkable country. The chance to respectfully see chimps and gorillas living their wild, natural lives is beyond moving and worthwhile. But just as uplifting are all of the opportunities Continue Reading…
G Adventures enters sustainable travel-tech space with investment in Reforest
News release22 November, 2022 With climate change high on the global news agenda, community tourism pioneer and adventure travel specialist, G Adventures, has made a significant financial investment in restorative travel technology start-up, Reforest, to start taking action via tree-planting. Reforest, which is based in Brisbane, Australia, is a digital platform connecting travellers with local Continue Reading…
Beyond the Galápagos: my top 5 Ecuador experiences
Often overlooked as it’s situated between two tourist-bound behemoths, Colombia and Peru, Ecuador is an underrated travel destination in South America. Most travellers know it for the Galápagos Islands where they flock to spot giant tortoises, sea lions, and blue-footed boobies. For my recent trip, I looked inland instead at cities like Quito, Baños, Tena, Continue Reading…
Falling for Iguassu: can you believe the hype?
Every traveller, blog, tour company, and even your neighbour’s dog says Iguassu Falls (or Iguazú Falls or Iguaçu Falls) is a must-see when travelling to Brazil or Argentina. Not one to believe the hype, I wondered if it’s really worth a visit or just an overrated tourist trap? Now that I’ve stood and marvelled at Continue Reading…