LGBT travel

'What should have been a run-of-the-mill trip became a tactical operation'

As a high-profile LGBTQ+ influencer, Jake Graf was apprehensive about travelling to the US for a travel convention – but did his fears become a reality at the border check?

Nine do’s and don’ts of marketing to LGBT+ travellers

The second of two TTG LGBT+ Travel Ambassadors workshops with Intrepid and Virgin Atlantic took place online in September, focusing on how to effectively market and communicate LGBT+ travel

Mistakes agents make when selling LGBT+ holidays – and how to avoid them

The first of two TTG LGBT+ Travel Ambassadors workshops took place at Intrepid’s London headquarters on 13 August, with the content designed to teach five carefully selected travel agents how to sell to the LGBT+ community.

TTG seeks agent applications for new LGBT+ travel training programme

TTG has teamed up with Intrepid Travel and Virgin Atlantic to train up five travel agents and appoint them TTG LGBT+ Travel Ambassadors

“My client's partner proposed in front of penguins for £24,000 – here’s what happened next”

Ross Johnson, founder of Travlux, chose Ponant to be his first ever Antarctica booking after being wowed by one its educational trips.

As a transgender traveller, these are the most (and least) welcoming places

’The way we are treated varies widely, but we’ve had the best experiences where we’ve been shown empathy’

Jo Rzymowska: 'As a gay woman, how can I feel welcome in Donald Trump’s America?'

Having been Celebrity Cruises’ vice president and managing director, EMEA and now as a non-executive director at Hays Travel, I’m proud to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. And my partner Lynne and I have no desire to travel to the States in the next four years.

The great diversity and inclusion pushback: why it’s wrong and what you can do about it

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have been gaining traction in the travel industry, but the global climate has changed – so how can travel help keep these issues on the agenda?

Thailand: 'Highlight The White Lotus filming locations and legalisation of same-sex marriage'

The Thai governor shared exciting developments such as the country legalising same-sex marriage in January 2025 and appearing in highly anticipated films and TV series [partner content]

Agents should feel confident selling Florida after 'fantastic' post-hurricane clean-up

Florida is open for business and agents can feel confident selling the destination – that was the message from Visit Florida at WTM, less than two months after the US state was hit by successive hurricanes

Most LGBTQ+ travellers still face discrimination during holidays

Booking.com survey reveals continuing challenges to improving inclusivity

A debut Pride, and a seismic shift for a tropical idyll

The Cook Islands has ushered in a new dawn for LBGTQ+ rights and TTG was there to witness the joyful celebrations.

The travel trade show breaking ground for LGBTQ+ inclusion

Proud Experiences’ event director says the trade show is forging a clear path for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the luxury space

Proud Experiences offers buyer support to attend trade show in LA

LGBTQ+ focused travel trade show Proud Experiences will return this June with an event in LA

DC ramps up promotion for its biggest ever Pride event

Destination DC launches World Pride 2025 in London with 12 branded black cabs promoting the event taking to the capital’s streets.

Help clients find their oasis in Greater Palm Springs

A haven of relaxation, adventure and recreation in southern California where everyone is welcome, Greater Palm Springs is well worth a look for your clients’ next getaway

The massive party that celebrates everything Malta stands for

Peter Green, the Malta Tourism Authority’s trade trainer for UK & Ireland, explains why EuroPride has been such a significant event for the island to host.

Tui's top tips to help agents cater for the LGBT+ market

’Sometimes people are almost a bit scared of saying the wrong things – but everyone has to start somewhere,’ Tui head of brand marketing Toby Horry tells TTG

Iceland's biggest party begins today – here's what you need to know

Reykjavik Pride, which has been celebrated since 1999, is a showcase event for the marvels of Icelandic inclusivity

Palladium Hotel Group brands awarded LGBTQ+ commendations

Bless Collection Hotels and TRS Hotels have been recognised by the LGBTQ+ tourism association Queer Destinations Committed

World opening up to emboldened LGBTQ+ couples – Kuoni

Kuoni’s first first LGBTQ+ honeymoon report, shared exclusively with TTG, reveals how same-sex honeymoons have become more welcome around the world

New Travel Pride Champions for 2023 announced

The Travel Pride Champion awards honour those working to effect change within their companies and make a difference to both the lives of their colleagues as well as that of their customers

Why this German city is the party capital of Europe

The Rhine city is a beacon of tolerance and a year-round delight for LGBTQ+ travellers.

The US destination fighting back against 'mind-boggling' anti-LGBT+ laws

’I don’t want someone coming to Palm Springs because they’re afraid to go to other parts of our country,’ Visit Greater Palm Springs chief Scott White tells TTG