EL SEGUNDO, California, US (27 May 2025) — The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) is proud to announce a new organizational partnership with Signature Travel Network®, reinforcing both organizations’ commitment to greater inclusivity in the global travel industry.
As an IGLTA Organizational Partner, members of the Signature Travel Network will receive a 15% discount on IGLTA membership, expanding their access to the association’s international community of LGBTQ+ welcoming businesses and travelers.
“This partnership is a natural step forward in bringing more inclusive experiences to LGBTQ+ travelers around the world,” said John Tanzella (he/him), IGLTA President/CEO. “Signature’s strong advisor network and commitment to responsible, personalized travel align with IGLTA’s mission to connect the LGBTQ+ community with businesses that genuinely welcome and support them. We’re excited to grow this relationship in the year ahead.”
“By aligning with IGLTA, our members not only gain access to valuable resources and training, advisors also get to learn how to better market themselves to LGBTQ+ travelers and their families and friends,” said Heidi Podjavorsek (she/her), Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Land & Specialty Supplier Partnerships for Signature Travel Network.
Signature Travel Network demonstrated its support for the LGBTQ+ travel community during the 2024 IGLTA Global Convention in Osaka by co-hosting a lively networking reception. The collaboration will continue at the 2025 IGLTA Global Convention in Palm Springs, where Signature plans to further engage with IGLTA’s global audience of travel professionals.
About IGLTA & the IGLTA Foundation
The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association is the global leader in advancing LGBTQ+ travel and a proud Affiliate Member of UN Tourism. IGLTA’s mission is to enable authentic travel that enriches lives and connects the LGBTQ+ community and tourism industry. IGLTA's global network includes 13,000+ LGBTQ+ welcoming accommodations, destinations, service providers, travel agents, tour operators, events, and travel media in 80 countries. The philanthropic IGLTA Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ welcoming travel businesses globally through leadership, research, and education. For more information: iglta.org, igltaconvention.org or iglta.org/foundation and follow social media at @IGLTA and @IGLTAFoundation.
About Signature Travel Network
Signature Travel Network® is a member-owned travel cooperative, headquartered in El Segundo, California, with a regional office in New York, New York. The network was established in 1956 and today includes more than 280 travel agencies with over 600 retail locations in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Australia, Greece, New Zealand, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Signature members include more than 15,000 travel advisors worldwide that collectively generate more than $11 billion in annual travel sales. As an industry leader, Signature serves members through strong partnerships with the most respected travel companies and by delivering state-of-the-art technology, marketing, and training programs. Signature harnesses the positive impact of travel and gives back globally through its Travel Elevates foundation. In 2024, Signature once again earned the distinction of being one of the Best Places to Work by the LA Business Journal.