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Community-Based Travel

After 8+ years of traveling the world and staying in everything from jungle huts to high-end wellness retreats, I’ve learned that my most powerful travel moments have happened in community. Not just solo adventures…but hiking ridgelines with strangers who became lifelong friends… sharing stories with locals over home-cooked meals… sitting in circle at retreats that cracked something open.

This section is for travelers who want more than just a vacation. It’s for those seeking shared experiences, meaningful connection, and travel that transforms—with others by your side. From mainstream destinations in North America and Europe to off-the-beaten-path spots in Southeast Asia and South America, we’ve got you covered here.

What You’ll Find Here…

✨ Retreats That Go Beyond Wellness

I’ve joined transformational retreats around the world – from Icelandic cold plunges to deep mindset work in Costa Rica. Whether you’re after healing, clarity, or creativity, the right retreat can shift your entire direction. And the people you meet along the way are often just as important as the location!

🏕️ Group Travel with Purpose

Traveling with others doesn’t mean giving up depth. I’ve explored Morocco, Patagonia, and Guatemala through curated group tours where you connect with both the place and the people. The right group experience balances adventure, reflection, and real bonding.

🏡 Homestays & Local Immersions

Community-based travel also means staying with families in small villages, sharing stories across cultures, and understanding a place through the eyes of someone who calls it home. I’ve experienced this in the Andes, the Balkans, and Southeast Asia…and those nights around the table stick with me.

🏠 Coliving & Coworking Abroad

From creative coliving homes in Portugal to jungle coworking setups in Central America, these experiences let you live and work alongside people chasing freedom. You build friendships, ideas, even businesses, while still exploring somewhere new.

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Hey, I'm Jon! Founder of Global Viewpoint

I’m an award-winning travel blogger, and I’m here to help you discover your inner explorer.

For 8 years, I’ve been a travel writer, content creator, and adventure junkie who’s visited 69 countries and 30 national parks (and counting). I travel for 3–6 months per year and my home base is Boston, MA!

I specialize in curated travel itineraries, epic bucket-list experiences, and off-the-beaten-path adventures...from chasing waterfalls in Iceland to hiking the Alps, trekking Patagonia, and road-tripping across New England. I’ve been featured in major publications including Forbes, HuffPost, Yahoo Travel, The Boston Globe, and more.

Together with my team, we provide expert reviews and curated guides on hotels, restaurants, airlines, retreats, and more.

Over the past 8+ years, I’ve helped over 10 million readers plan smarter, more meaningful trips through my site. I focus on places that spark awe...whether it’s a remote alpine lake, a hidden glamping dome, or a culturally immersive retreat.

Want to travel like a local, not a tourist? You’re in the right place. Sign up below for expert travel tips, itineraries, and bucket list ideas that will inspire your next adventure.

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