{"product_id":"glex-2026","title":"GLEX 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a the 2026 edition of the Global Exploration Summit (GLEX), hosted in Coimbra, Portugal. \u003cspan\u003eThis landmark event brings together explorers, scientists, and storytellers from around the world to chart the future of exploration and celebrate the shared human pursuit of discovery. See below for a full schedule from October 28th through 31st, with a special add-on trip to Nazaré, as well as the different ticket options available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note, these ticket options are available to members and their guests only. Non-members can purchase tickets at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/glexignition.uingress.com\/\"\u003eglexsummit.com\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/8434\/7696\/files\/1_30ee1fec-5c68-44f0-a658-f8c777dbcf8b.png?v=1787850074\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWednesday, October 28\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll kick things off with a relaxed welcome meet-up alongside our Portugal Chapter, open to all Club Members and their friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/8434\/7696\/files\/2.png?v=1787850102\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 29th - Coimbra - GLEX IGNITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor all ticket holders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGLEX ignites on Thursday with our annual conference, bringing together explorers from across the world to chart the future of exploration and celebrate the shared human pursuit of discovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis full day of exploration features storytellers and scientists at the top of their field. From the surf to the stars, speakers like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAndreas Mogensen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eESA Astronaut and ISS Commander, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCliff Kapono\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, pro-surfer and ocean chemist, will take center stage to talk about what’s next in exploration. Includes a rhythm of 4 sessions, with a coffee break, lunch, and a tea break, to maximize time for guests to interact with one another. See below for a full list of speakers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"last-child\"\u003eThe day will conclude with an Ignition Party in Coimbra, including dinner and networking alongside fellow Coimbra Pass, Nazaré Pass, and Big Wave Pass Holders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"last-child\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/8434\/7696\/files\/3.png?v=1787850116\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 30th - Coimbra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor Coimbra, Nazaré, and Big Wave pass holders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpend a relaxing day in historic Coimbra with tours of the city and its historic Roman ruins. With add-on options from our partners Kensignton to tour wine country, meander in olive oil groves, explore nearby classical towns, or journey along central mountain passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Club will host a special announcement with UNESCO at the Coimbra World Heritage Site, and will also host a space industry workshop with the Coimbra Supernova Initiative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"last-child\"\u003eWe’ll end the day with a GLEX closing party at the Quinta das Lágrimas Hotel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/8434\/7696\/files\/4.png?v=1787850143\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOctober 31st - Nazaré\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNazaré and Big Wave pass holders.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCoimbra affords us the unique opportunity to visit Nazaré, home of the biggest waves in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNazaré Pass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJourney to Nazaré for a day at the edge. Watch big wave surfers tackle the biggest waves in Nazaré, home to record-breaking waves. Explore the coastline with experts and learn about the legendary Nazaré Canyon. Wander the historic streets of Nazaré and take a guided tour of the famous Praia do Norte Lighthouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBig Wave Pass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA once-in-a-lifetime vantage point, only for the Members who want to experience big waves on the ocean. This experience includes the full Nazaré Field Trip, plus the thrill of a lifetime: Ride in tandem with big wave surfers in water with giants. Feel the raw power of the world’s largest waves with \u003cb\u003eHugo Vau\u003c\/b\u003e – EC Member and Nazaré Big Wave Icon. Includes surf equipment, jet skis, training and boat support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"last-child\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"last-child\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/8434\/7696\/files\/Text_Box_12.png?v=1787850256\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePass Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition Pass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- $100\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess to the main GLEX conference on October 29, includes all 4 sessions, coffee breaks, lunch and welcome kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoimbra Pass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- $415\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess to the conference Thursday, October 29 with lunch, curated sessions and visits Friday, October 30, plus the official dinners on Thursday and Friday — two full days of ideas, exploration and meaningful connections with the people shaping what comes next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNazaré Pass\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e$830\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the capital of big wave surfing with top explorers. 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