Go anywhere, belong everywhere.
Girl Gone International was founded by Anne Scott in Hamburg in 2010 to find friends and feel at home in a new city. Since then, GGI has grown into a global community of international women ages 18-80 who live internationally (immigrants, expats, refugees, digital nomads, travellers, third culture kids..) run by 1000s of volunteers who share a mission to help women feel safe and connected wherever they are, wherever they want to go.
Why Travel with GGI?
It’s not just a trip. It’s a whole new way to experience the world - together.
Travel That Feels Like Home.. Even Far From It
Feel free to rest, connect, and explore. This is your space to show up fully and belong.
Designed just for Diversity by GGI
Women of all ages, backgrounds, speaking many languages, gathering to explore, connect and feel understood.
Built for Women Who Live Across Borders
We get it: the restarts, the resilience, the solo moves. You’re among women who truly understand.
Created by Women Who Call These Places Home.
Locally rooted, globally minded, crafted with care by women who know the magic of each place.
Multicultural, Multilingual, and Magic
You’ll meet curious, kind women from everywhere, sharing perspectives, laughter and language over unforgettable shared experiences.
Travel That Makes a Positive Impact on Immigrants
Your trip helps fund our mission - sustaining free events and safe spaces for women worldwide.
A Safe, Kind Space to Be Truly You
We build connection, freedom, and care, designing travel that meets real women’s needs, moods and moments.
Reduced Cognitive Load and Stress Levels
No planning stress. If your life is full of decision making and leading the way then enjoy the rest and let us lighten your load.
You Make it Possible for 1 Million Women to Relocate Happily
By traveling with GGI, you keep our movement alive - for yourself and 1M+ women worldwide.
New Friends in New Places!
For 14 years, Girl Gone International has created vibrant communities worldwide, empowering women from diverse backgrounds to connect and celebrate their unique journeys. Our Gone International trips are more than getaways - they're crafted celebrations of culture and community, designed with safety, affordability, and empowerment at the heart of each experience.
Embark on a journey where each trip promises new friendships and unforgettable experiences. Travel differently with us - where adventure meets friendship and belonging in every corner of the globe!
Meet our Gone International Team
Dedicated professionals driving our success
Anne Scott
Founder, CEO
“Girl Gone International began in 2010 when I landed in my 10th city in 10 years - Hamburg. I was lost, lonely, and unsure how to rebuild my life abroad. I hosted one small event to find a friend. That night changed everything.
What started as a search for connection became a global movement. Today, GGI is a not-for-profit community of over 1 million members in 270 cities, hosting 8,000+ free events each year - all built on friendship, belonging, and the power of women supporting each other across borders. We are powered by over 1000 incredible volunteers who co-create GGI communities locally and make new cities feel like home.
Now, with Gone International, we offer unforgettable travel experiences that give back. When you join a retreat, you’re not just taking a beautiful break or having a unique experience - you’re helping fund safe, welcoming spaces for women around the world.”
Veronica May
Bali Retreat | Yoga and Meditation Teacher
Originally from Canada, Veronica has spent the last 8 years building a life in Singapore, where her GGI journey began. Like so many of us, she followed the pull of the unknown, seeking adventure, meaning, and new friendships across borders.
Landing in Asia was exciting but also isolating. It wasn’t until her first GGI brunch that everything shifted. She felt seen, heard, and welcomed and in that moment, something clicked. Four events later, she signed up as a volunteer. Seven years on, she’s still giving back to the community that gave her so much.
Veronica’s greatest love is yoga. From her first class at 16 to becoming a certified instructor in Bali, the practice has grounded her through every transition. Now she shares that gift with others.
“I love helping beginners discover that yoga isn’t about being flexible—it’s about meeting yourself with kindness, breathing through discomfort, and finding peace in the present. I’m so excited to hold space for you on this journey - and help you come home to yourself.”