Travel the globe and gain insight into the tourism industry (with a queer twist).
Cherry blossoms are not the only flowers that bloom in Japan, but the Japanese people definitely have a soft spot for them. The cherry blossom forecasts are reported on TV, and many people go to famous cherry blossom spots during the season to admire them in full bloom or feel the fragility of their…
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Each year IGLTA hosts a Global Convention attracting hundreds of tourism professionals from around the globe. In addition to being the largest convention of its kind, it is also the longest-running convention specifically dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ travel community. The 40th anniversary…
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By Bill Malcolm Washington, D.C. is perfect for a long spring weekend. The cherry blossoms are in bloom, the museums have tons of new exhibits, and the weather is perfect in the most walkable (and queerest) U.S. city. WHAT TO DO Image Credit: Destination DC The new Planet Word Museum is…
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By Bill Malcolm Image Credit: AxelBeach Miami You cannot beat a winter vacation in South Florida that includes Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Wilton Manors. I recently spent time in all 3. Yes, the beaches are great but there is also a lot to do besides that. Wilton Manors is a LGBTQ+ friendly…
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Curious about Canada but not sure where to start? We get it — it’s a vast country with so much to see and experience. It's also a diverse country, one that's proud of its LGBTQ2+ community. Canada has long supported the LGBTQ2+ community and in 2005 became the fourth country in the world to legalize…
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Considered the most LGBTQ2+-friendly travel destination in the world by the Spartacus Gay Travel Index, it’s not surprising that Canada is home to some of the best LGBTQ2+ neighborhoods. From well-established locales that have helped shape movements, to up-and-coming hot spots, these villages…
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by Roger Porter This article was originally published by EDGE Media Network It's not just Tennessee Williams in the 1940s that makes P-Town a notable queer destination. The popping seaside village has a long history of being a safe haven for those outside the mainstream, an enclave of diverse and…
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By Ray Si (IGLTA Member) The gay scene in Tel Aviv is still going strong. The city's beaches, bars and clubs continue to be popular with locals and tourists alike. Tourist Israel organizes trips to Israel (very popular among LGBTQ+ travelers), and they'll even take you around the country from…
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by Bill Malcolm It feels like Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street every day in the French Quarter in New Orleans. Between the great food, the charm of the French Quarter, the amazing history, and the great LGBTQ+ nightlife, you can’t go wrong with a visit even in winter. WHAT TO DO Image Credit:…
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By Bill Malcolm I attended the IGLTA Global Convention held near Milan and thoroughly enjoyed my trip to this vibrant, stylish northern Italian city. Located just south of the Alps, it is the country’s second largest (and wealthiest) area. The people are very stylish and there is lots to do…
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