Travel the globe and gain insight into the tourism industry (with a queer twist).
With WorldPride 2025 set to be a monumental celebration of LGBTQ+ diversity and inclusion, Washington DC is gearing up for an epic party! Planning to be part of the festivities? This 3-day itinerary, curated with the help of our IGLTA Global Partner Destination DC, is your perfect pre-Pride guide…
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By Ray Si (IGLTA Member) Dubrovnik, with its stunning Adriatic coastlines and ancient city walls, holds a charm that can whisk any traveler back through time. For the LGBTQIA+ community, this Croatian city offers a beautiful blend of history, culture, acceptance, and a dose of luxury and splendor…
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by Jim Gladstone This article was originally published by EDGE Media Network The biggest, most diverse queer community in Texas got a jump on summer this year with Dallas Pride's smashing annual parade and festival over the first weekend in June. From the dulcet tones of the Turtle Creek Chorale…
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By Bill Malcolm* (he/him) Madison, Wisconsin is always a great city to visit, but its summers (June-August) are unbeatable. Situated on an isthmus between 2 lakes, there is so much to do: bicycling, canoeing, kayaking, and more. I grew up there and am a frequent visitor and have watched it grow…
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By Bill Malcolm* (he/him) Chicago is a great city to visit any time of year, but it is even better in the summer: the Lakefront Trail, the beaches, bicycling, festivals, and more. And it’s one of the most LGBTQ+ friendly cities in the world. Not to mention the beaches along Lake Michigan are…
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by Piotr Liskiewicz, he/him (Arts & Leisure) Being born in Poland myself, I might be biased, but I truly believe that Eastern Europe beckons with its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. For LGBTQ+ travelers, this region offers a unique blend of tradition and progress. From the…
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Italy, a country renowned for its rich history, art, and impeccable cuisine, also holds a special allure for the LGBTQIA+ community. From the romantic canals of Venice to the vibrant streets of Rome, Italy offers a diverse range of experiences that celebrate love, acceptance, and inclusivity. This…
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Thailand, long known for its breathtaking landscapes and warm hospitality, has also become a beacon of progress for LGBTQ+ rights in Asia as of late. With the country’s parliament passing a landmark marriage equality bill that would legalise same-sex marriage, Thailand has taken another important…
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By Bill Malcolm* (he/him) Historic Boston makes for a perfect weekend. The city is so walkable (and has such great public transit); you will have sore legs. The historic city is home to many universities, so it seems in part like a college town on steroids. Founded by the Puritans in 1630, it…
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West Hollywood’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community, inclusive atmosphere and rich queer-rights history make it the perfect location for WeHo Pride. This 40-day Pride celebration is a beautiful expression of identity, freedom, solidarity and equality. The cherry on top of the rainbow-ice-cream sundae is that…
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