Completely satisfied Canada Day! Earlier than we start immediately’s interview, I do know we’ve not posted in an extended whereas (Sept 2024). Since our 10 yr anniversary, we’ve actually scaled again on posting. That being mentioned, you might have seen our final 3 posts had been interviews solely. This pattern of interviews solely will in all probability proceed for some time, so if you’re , please attain out. Sadly we wouldn’t have any present plans to weblog persistently for some time, however who is aware of what the longer term will maintain.

That being mentioned, we’re actually pleased to have David Inexperienced of G Adventures on Canada Day to have fun collectively. Thanks for taking outing of your busy schedule to share a lot data with us (our longest interview but!), together with particulars concerning your Born in Canada marketing campaign.

1) Please inform us about your self and your function with G Adventures?

After all. I’m David Inexperienced, and I’ve proudly been part of the G Adventures household for over 8 years now. In my present capability, I put on a twin hat, serving as each the Vice President of International Gross sales and Buyer Service Operations, and because the Managing Director for Canada.

One of many issues I really worth about my function is that there’s no such factor as a ‘typical day,’ which I completely thrive on. I’ve at all times been somebody who welcomes a problem, and the inherent selection in my obligations retains me engaged and energized. It’s not everybody that may say their job is about altering folks’s lives, and I’m proud to say that’s what all of us do at G Adventures.

As VP of International Gross sales and Buyer Service Operations, I basically oversee how we join with our travellers and guarantee they’ve a tremendous expertise from begin to end. This implies every thing from ensuring our customer support groups worldwide are top-notch, to working with our journey specialists to get travellers the most effective journeys, and even dealing with issues like air journey logistics.

After which, as Managing Director for Canada, I’m centered proper right here at dwelling. I work carefully with our journey company companions and assist our unbelievable Canadian gross sales and advertising and marketing groups, ensuring Canadians have all of the instruments and knowledge they should uncover their subsequent journey with G Adventures. .

2) What’s G Adventures about?

G Adventures is a small-group journey firm providing an unbelievable vary of over 950 distinctive journeys, spanning 100 nations and each single continent. Our intention is to foster real connections for our travellers – whether or not that’s with native communities, wealthy cultures, breathtaking landscapes, or wonderful wildlife. And, in fact, to make sure they’ve a completely unbelievable time whereas doing it!

Our founder, Bruce Poon Tip, began G Adventures again in 1990 with the clear objective of reimagining how folks expertise the world, and since then, we’ve been on the forefront of small-group journey and group tourism.

What actually units us aside is our deep dedication to purpose-driven journey. By way of our ‘G for Good’ initiatives, each journey with us straight advantages native communities. We’re very pleased with our work with Planeterra, our non-profit companion, which has empowered over 130 group initiatives globally. We additionally supply our industry-first Ripple Rating, offering full transparency on how a lot of our travellers’ funding straight helps native economies. Additionally, our Bushes for Days program has already seen us plant over 3 million timber – one for each traveller, for on daily basis they’re on tour – demonstrating our dedication to fostering a symbiotic relationship between communities and the surroundings.

Finally, G Adventures is about extra than simply seeing the world. It’s concerning the profound affect journey can have, not solely on the person traveller but in addition on the communities they go to.

3) Please inform us extra concerning the present promotion beginning immediately on Canada Day (July 1)?

We’re extremely pleased with our Canadian heritage at G Adventures. Actually, we lately launched our ‘Born in Canada’ marketing campaign to actually have fun these roots. It really embodies who we’re: born in Canada, and made to journey the world. This implies taking these core Canadian values – kindness, group, and real connection – and lengthening them into each side of what we do.

We first launched our ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ sale in March. It was only for our Canadian travellers and it was so common, we’re bringing it again! To have fun Canada Day, this particular supply kicks off on July 1st and runs all month lengthy. Travellers can save 15% on some wonderful journeys which may embrace exploring the traditional pyramids in Egypt, island hopping by means of vibrant Japan, or perhaps even one in every of my private favorites, Borneo – East Sabah Journey, which is a favorite for people who love wildlife..

We all know Canadians have been by means of rather a lot currently, and that is our approach of claiming thanks and sharing some love, from one Canadian to a different!

4) What else can we stay up for with G Adventures?

I discussed the “Born in Canada” marketing campaign, and with that, we simply launched 9 new journeys for travellers to discover extra of Canada. You possibly can chase the northern lights with indigenous storytellers at Métis Crossing, Kayak on the fjord in Quebec, or eat your approach by means of the Maritimes with native guides who know all the most effective spots. These journeys had been created resulting from common demand so we’re excited for Canadians to have the ability to discover extra of their very own yard.

Along with that, we additionally simply introduced our return to the arctic, which we haven’t been again to since earlier than the pandemic. These are really once-in-a-lifetime expeditions, full with wonderful on-board specialists like marine biologists, ornithologists, geologists, and even historians. There are six distinctive itineraries to select from, providing every thing from thrilling polar bear recognizing and awe-inspiring whale watching, to getting up shut and private with large ice floes from the protection of a Zodiac boat.

Now, as a result of these journeys are model new and so extremely distinctive, they aren’t a part of our present sale, however they’re going to promote out quick. So, if an unforgettable Canadian journey or an Arctic expedition is in your want record, you’ll undoubtedly wish to test them out quickly!

5) Any closing ideas?

I additionally wished to share one thing actually vital about our journeys: we really have one thing for everybody, regardless of your age or journey model. I usually hear folks assume G Adventures is generally for youthful travellers, however that’s truly not our largest group in any respect.

For instance, our ‘Solo-ish‘ journeys are extremely common, particularly with girls of their fifties and past. These adventures are thoughtfully designed so solo travellers really feel utterly protected and simply make new associates whereas exploring unbelievable locations like the colourful streets of Portugal, the plush jungles of Costa Rica, the historic wonders of Peru, or the magical landscapes of Morocco.

Then we’ve our ‘Nationwide Geographic Journeys.’ These journeys supply upgraded lodging and are good for individuals who wish to dive deeper into the cultures and habitats we go to. Think about studying about majestic gorillas proper of their rainforest dwelling, or exploring historic archaeological websites with a real knowledgeable by your aspect – it’s all about enriching your understanding.

On our ‘Native Residing‘ journeys, we provide distinctive experiences like cooking genuine dishes with generational cooks on the Amalfi Coast and should you love the water, our ‘Marine’ assortment may have you ever crusing on a lovely yacht by means of the Greek islands. Or, for the extra adventurous, our ‘Energetic’ journeys can take you on epic excursions just like the Everest Base Camp Trek.

Whereas we do supply unbelievable 18-to-30-something journeys, it’s clear we’re a lot extra than simply that. I genuinely imagine that it doesn’t matter what sort of journey you’re dreaming of, G Adventures has the proper itinerary for you. And, with our Canada Day sale kicking off on July 1st and working all month, it’s a unbelievable time to seek out your subsequent unforgettable journey!