G Adventures has added Ireland to its Geluxe premium active collection portfolio of locations.
In all, the community tourism specialist has added 17 new trips in 10 countries to its Geluxe portfolio – boosting it to 45 itineraries across 26 countries.
The Geluxe locations are aimed at providing culture, comfort and community.
The new destinations being announced are Argentina/Chile (Patagonia), Ecuador (Galapagos), Iceland, Ireland, India, Kenya, Portugal, Spain, Tanzania and Turkey, with departures available from October 2024. The maximum group size is 16, with an average of 10-12 people per departure.
Yves Marceau, VP of Product for G Adventures, said the new collection of Geluxe trips is hitting a sweet spot for travellers looking to be both active and comfortable, while enjoying local experiences in the communities they visit along the way.
“The travellers who are booking these trips are slightly older than our usual demographic, with the majority of travellers being aged above 40. It’s especially appealing to female travellers, a high proportion of whom are travelling solo, showing us there was a niche in the market that wasn’t being fulfilled. We’re also seeing a lot of couples looking to connect with other like minded travellers. We’re delighted to be able to provide even more Geluxe options around the world, and at the same time give back to more local people and communities with this new style of travel.
“We’ve taken a lot of care with this collection, curating every experience in a way that provides a balance of activity and cultural immersion. Meals reflect the history and tell the story of the place and its people, with accommodation unique to the location. Travellers will come away feeling personally rejuvenated. as well as connected to the world around them.”
