{"id":678903,"date":"2026-07-07T17:42:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T17:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/678903\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T17:42:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T17:42:09","slug":"global-vision-international-enters-liquidation-as-all-trips-cancelled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/678903\/","title":{"rendered":"Global Vision International enters liquidation as all trips cancelled"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A UK travel company has entered liquidation after suddenly ceasing trading, with all future trips cancelled.<\/p>\n<p>The collapse brings to an end almost three decades in business, with all existing and upcoming programmes scrapped with immediate effect.<\/p>\n<p>Global Vision International (GVI) has confirmed it has permanently closed its doors.<\/p>\n<p>The Exeter-based company specialised in wildlife and conservation programmes, offering trips to destinations including Costa Rica and Fiji.<\/p>\n<p>Announcing the closure on the company&#8217;s website, chief executive Andrew Valentine described it as &#8220;a deeply sad conclusion to a remarkable journey.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;For nearly three decades, GVI has been far more than just an organisation,&#8221; he wrote. &#8220;It has been a global family with a shared vision, dedicated to making a sustainable difference in our world.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Mr Valentine added: &#8220;It is with an incredibly heavy heart that I write to share that GVI is today closing its doors.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Despite the closure, he said he remained immensely proud of everything the organisation had achieved during its 28-year history.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"7ad55\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"0056cc481b127509b4769c82aef41eb8\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" class=\"rm-shortcode rm-lazyloadable-image \" lazy-loadable=\"true\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%205000%203333'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-runner-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/aeroplane.jpg\" width=\"5000\" height=\"3333\" alt=\"Aeroplane\"\/><\/p>\n<p>GVI backed vital wildlife and marine conservation efforts aimed at protecting threatened ecosystems around the world<\/p>\n<p> | GETTY<\/p>\n<p>Throughout its existence, GVI backed vital wildlife and marine conservation efforts aimed at protecting threatened ecosystems around the world.<\/p>\n<p>The organisation also forged partnerships with local communities, developing collaborative education programmes and sustainable livelihood projects.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Valentine noted that GVI had cultivated &#8220;an incredible network of alumni who continue to advocate for our planet.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead, the chief executive expressed his wish that the conservation and community work would persist despite the company&#8217;s demise.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"ce1db\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"1c929cca2a0371ecbac75e1f5cfbfc70\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" class=\"rm-shortcode rm-lazyloadable-image \" lazy-loadable=\"true\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%202121%201414'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-runner-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/couple-at-laptop.jpg\" width=\"2121\" height=\"1414\" alt=\"Couple at laptop\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Global Vision International (GVI) has confirmed it has permanently closed its doors<\/p>\n<p> | GETTY<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;GVI may be coming to an end, but the impact we have built together on the ground is too important to let go,&#8221; he stated, adding that his personal commitment to supporting ground-level partners remained unchanged.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Valentine expressed deep regret over the consequences the closure would have for employees, ongoing projects and customers alike.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I deeply regret the effect that GVI&#8217;s closure will have on staff, projects and customers, and we are committed to providing clear information to those affected as GVI goes through a formal liquidation process,&#8221; he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Ground staff are currently assisting participants in arranging their departures from GVI locations worldwide.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"b18c7\" data-rm-shortcode-id=\"8f1f8ff0185e9bb34711b3c1f5db6371\" data-rm-shortcode-name=\"rebelmouse-image\" class=\"rm-shortcode rm-lazyloadable-image \" lazy-loadable=\"true\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%203733%202199'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-runner-src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/an-aeroplane-travelling-through-the-sky.jpg\" width=\"3733\" height=\"2199\" alt=\"An aeroplane travelling through the sky\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The company&#8217;s collapse adds to a growing list of UK travel firms that have ceased trading in 2026<\/p>\n<p> | PA<\/p>\n<p>Those whose trips have been cancelled will receive official correspondence outlining the liquidation proceedings and guidance on submitting claims.<\/p>\n<p>The company&#8217;s collapse adds to a growing list of UK travel firms that have ceased trading in 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Nine other UK travel companies which have ceased trading in 2026:<\/p>\n<p>Regen Central LtdGold Crest HolidaysAsiara UK LtdSimply Florida Travel LtdSalamander VoyagesTrav Expert LtdStrachan Travel LtdTravel Bespoke LtdGroupia Ltd<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A UK travel company has entered liquidation after suddenly ceasing trading, with all future trips cancelled. 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