Pride Journey: Palm Springs Palm Springs is one of those destinations that you never get tired of. I’m not sure if it’s the landscape, or the abundance of over-the-top gayness that makes the city truly magical. On my most recent visit to the desert gay mecca, I attended Palm Springs Pride, an event headlined this year by TLC and Kristine W. This year was the largest pride celebration in the city’s history. I even had the opportunity to meet Palm Springs Mayor Robert Moon.
Honeymoon in Budapest welcomes first LGBTQ honeymooners “Budapest is a welcoming city where we felt at peace” - The new Honeymoon in Budapest program, launched by the Humen Travel Tourism Association for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) tourist destination marketing, aims to better position Budapest for LGBTQ tourists by focusing on honeymooners. The Leongs, Shinchi and Guzifer, invited by the Humen Travel Tourism Association, were the first to spend a magical week in the Hungarian capital recently.
Pride Journey: Wichita, Kansas When I found out I had the opportunity to visit Wichita, I was really excited. I had never been to Kansas before (aside from Kansas City) and was eager to see what “Cowtown” had to offer. First, a little history lesson.
IGLTA Announces Atlanta as the Host City for its 2021 Global Convention The renowned Georgia Aquarium will welcome delegates on opening night - The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association has selected Atlanta, Georgia’s capital and an LGBTQ+ oasis in the southern United States, as the host city for its 38th Annual Global Convention, 5-8 May 2021. This will be the first time the city has hosted IGLTA’s premier educational and networking event.
Gay Country Guide to Moldova for LGBTQ travellers Moldova is all about wines. Lots of delicious, fine wines that you've probably never heard of. What used to be a small slice of the Soviet Union is now one of the most underrated parts of Europe begging to be discovered.
Why you should start a local LGBTQ+ marketing advisory group today As a destination marketer, you are busy. Not only are you overseeing your city’s owned properties, PR, social and search, you may also be tasked with diversity and inclusion efforts. Well, I have help for you. Your community can greatly help you market your city, if you let them. Most smaller LGBTQ+ organizations are volunteer run; they work tirelessly to put on events that enrich your community and can drive visitation. What they lack is the means to properly market themselves
Pink Budapest: The new LGBTQ image video of the city has arrived Same-sex couples in the focus Launched by the Humen Travel Tourism Association, the Pink Budapest Project has released its second LGBTQ image video with the purpose of increasing Budapest’s popularity among gay tourists all around the world. While in 2018 they were primarily addressing singles, this year their goal is to reach more couples. It is important for the more than twenty members of the association to provide visitors with amazing experiences to maintain a stellar reputation and attract even more travelers. That is why an annual image film is needed, which seeks to increase interest in the city by appearing on various platforms intended for the target group. Based on last year’s campaign, audience reach could be measured in hundreds of thousands.
5 Gay Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio This was my fourth visit to Columbus, Ohio and every time I visit, I discover something new. What a lot of people don’t realize about this thriving mid-west city is that its LGBTQ community is one of the largest in the United States and growing every day. Here are a few LGBTQ attractions and events to explore while visiting The Arch City.
LGBTQ Tourism Marketing Summary 2019 This summer, we've had the opportunity to work on some incredible LGBTQ tourism-focused campaigns, utilizing the full range of our capabilities, from hyper-targeting LGBTQ travelers living in specific parts of the world and wishing to travel to our client's destinations, to influencer and #ILoveGay marketing programs, leveraging strong content and the power of social media to spread our client's messages far and wide while still targeting LGBTQ travelers.
First-Ever Pride of the Americas Coming to Greater Fort Lauderdale April 21-26, 2020 Historic and Transformational LGBT+ Event Brings Two Continents and 35 Countries Together - Greater Fort Lauderdale is proud to be the host destination for the first-ever Pride of the Americas on April 21-26, 2020. This historic and transformational event brings two continents and 35 countries together, welcoming everyone under the sun. Pride of the Americas will be hosted by Pride Fort Lauderdale with the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau serving as the presenting sponsor.
North American Bathhouse Association to hold its annual convention in Orlando The world of men’s saunas will make its way to Orlando this fall when the North American Bathhouse Association (NABA) holds its annual convention at the Embassy Suites by Hilton on International Drive Sept. 23-25. Equipped with pools, steam rooms, hot tubs, video rooms and more, men’s …
How to Be an LGBT Ally While Traveling It only takes one extra step in your trip planning research to make an impact, as a member of the LGBTQ+ community or as an ally.
VACAYA Sails Inaugural Cruise from New York Harbor As Celebrity Summit majestically set sail past Lady Liberty and out of New York Harbor on Sunday, history was made. Onboard was VACAYA – the first and only large-scale, full-ship/full-resort LGBT+ vacation company on the planet designed for the entire LGBT+ community. At a lavish onboard launch event, Broadway legend Kristin Chenoweth was named Godmother of VACAYA and also coronated “Queen of the High Cs.”
Historical Walking Tours of Buenos Aires by Cicerone BA We’ve heard some great testimonials over the years from folks we know taking various historical walking tour of Buenos Aires, so we decided it was time to meet up with Marcelo Mansilla of Cicerone BA and find out for ourselves!
This Is What 13 Experts Want LGBTQ Travelers to Experience We asked 13 travel experts what their favorite destinations had to offer LGBTQ visitors, and – ooh, honey – they rolled out the pink carpet! Where Did We Find These Experts? Well, when we heard that Pink Banana Media was hosting a pre-conference reception at Aspire at One World Trade Center, we headed up. Thirteen pros jumped at the opportunity to tell us what their destination had to offer LGBTQ visitors. Here’s what they had to say...
LGBTQ Pride Celebrated in NYC, San Francisco, Chicago and Other Cities Across U.S. Exuberant crowds carrying rainbow colors filled New York City streets Sunday for one of the largest pride parades in the history of the gay-rights movement, a dazzling celebration of the 50th anniversary of the infamous police raid on the Stonewall Inn.
LGBT Friendly Destinations for Couples, Families The travel industry has capitalized on the interests of the LGBT community with expanded vacation options like cruises, all-inclusive resorts and campsites.
Pride Journey: Spokane, Washington The Pacific Northwest is and has always been one of my favorite places in the country to visit. Natural beauty is around every corner and Spokane is no different. The city, historically overshadowed by Seattle, is going through a bit of a renaissance as of late and creating a vibe and culture that sets itself apart from its larger neighbor to the west.
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Pride Journey: Palm Springs
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Honeymoon in Budapest welcomes first LGBTQ honeymooners
Pride Journey: Wichita, Kansas
IGLTA Announces Atlanta as the Host City for its 2021 Global Convention
Gay Country Guide to Moldova for LGBTQ travellers
Why you should start a local LGBTQ+ marketing advisory group today
Pink Budapest: The new LGBTQ image video of the city has arrived Same-sex couples in the focus
5 Gay Things to Do in Columbus, Ohio
LGBTQ Tourism Marketing Summary 2019
First-Ever Pride of the Americas Coming to Greater Fort Lauderdale April 21-26, 2020
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North American Bathhouse Association to hold its annual convention in Orlando
How to Be an LGBT Ally While Traveling
VACAYA Sails Inaugural Cruise from New York Harbor
Historical Walking Tours of Buenos Aires by Cicerone BA
This Is What 13 Experts Want LGBTQ Travelers to Experience
VACAYA wants to shake up the LGBTQ travel experience
LGBTQ Pride Celebrated in NYC, San Francisco, Chicago and Other Cities Across U.S.
LGBT Friendly Destinations for Couples, Families
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Pride Journey: Spokane, Washington
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