A new survey reveals the countries perceived to be the safest for LGBTQ+ travelers. In August last year, we (gaycities.com) carried information on an inaugural listing drawn up by A3M Global Monitoring for the ITB Berlin travel trade show.
Whether it’s a romantic weekend away or the trip that actually made it out of the group chat, Amsterdam has hotel options for every type of LGBTQ+ traveller.
A cruise carrying thousands of LGBTQ+ passengers and Broadway singer Patti LuPone was denied entry into Turkey after local officials said in a press release that the passengers’ behaviour did not “align with the structure of our society and our moral values.”
Summer has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, which means it’s time to grab your favorite pair of Speedos, book a fabulous gay resort, and make this a season to remember.
Tintswalo has announced a premium partnership with Lexus South Africa premised on the shared belief in craftsmanship, sensory design and meaningful human connection.
These are the best cities for queer singles seeking a vacation romance (some of them might surprise you!)
The 3,500-acre Knepp Estate, in West Sussex, southern England, was once “depleted, polluted, dysfunctional farmland,” says the estate’s co-owner, Isabella Tree. Now, she says it is one of Britain’s most significant biodiversity hotspots.
A solo trip to Thailand and Cambodia. Culture, shopping, incredible food and much, much more.
Shane and Ilya’s love nest cottage is on Airbnb.
‘Oh hey faggots,’ the white woman says with a smile. My friend and I are walking along the beachfront, both carrying rainbow flags, on our way to Honolulu Pride.
An opportunity to unlock value in the City of Gold.
Traveling to Puerto Vallarta in 2026? You will probably encounter construction zones everywhere from the airport to the city center, as various government agencies are pouring billions of pesos (millions of US dollar) into expansion and infrastructure improvement projects throughout the city.
A bar called Eagle Osaka was jam-packed with revelers speaking in various languages, including a Canadian couple who marveled at the safety of Japan.
SA among the world’s top 5 luxury travel destinations.
The government has decided to allow same-sex couples to be treated as being in de facto marriages under a total of nine more laws and ordinances, including the disaster condolence grant law, it was learned Tuesday.
The new luxury lodge on the Masai Mara game reserve is designed to watch the Great Migration — but will actually disrupt it, a lawsuit claims.
A central Japanese town wants to limit smartphone use for all its 69,000 residents to two hours a day, in a move that has sparked intense debate on device addiction.
At a time when equality and inclusion are central to tourism discussions, ITB Berlin—the world’s leading travel trade show—conducted its first in-depth survey on the safety and social acceptance of LGBTQ+ travelers.
World Rainbow Hotels®, the world’s only GDS-enabled LGBTQ+ global hotel consortia, has achieved a further 19% growth in membership in the past year, enabling more opportunities for inclusive travel.
These are the world’s best beaches for 2025, according to Tripadvisor.
Plett Tourism is thrilled to announce that in addition to being nominated as Africa’s Leading Beach Destination for the 15th year, they have been nominated as the World’s Leading Beach Destination in the World Travel Awards this year.
Cunard’s newest ship, Queen Anne, commenced her seven-night inaugural voyage to Lisbon amidst spectacular fireworks display on Friday, 3 May 2024.
LGBTQ travelers are split on whether they should visit destinations where being queer is a crime.
A guide to Songkran, Thailand’s annual New Year festival.
For many years, queer people have flocked to New York City in search of acceptance and an environment they could thrive in.
I was delighted to be invited to travel to Plettenberg Bay with CemAir and enjoyed the experience of the pleasant flight with superb staff and the mezze platter of novel experiences.
Exciting news – Samara Karoo Reserve finally have photographs of their newly-refurbished Karoo Lodge to share with you.
Equaldex is a collaborative LGBTQ+ knowledge base built by people like you.
The last pride march was held in the city in early 2019 in which more than 8,000 persons from across India participated. Difficulty in obtaining police permissions and the pandemic put the march on pause in the following years.
In an era marked by an urgent need for sustainability, the aviation industry stands at the forefront of change.
1.5m sandbags to fortify Chao Phraya banks. Many provinces preparing for inundation as rain expected to persist all week.
“Creativity is the power to connect the seemingly unconnected.” – William Plomer
HERD Elephant Orphanage South Africa. Watch this little compilation of elephant moments for a look at love lessons from Khanyisa and the whole herd!
For almost 40 years, RSVP has created fabulous experiences for our community.
Japan has been knocked off the top spot on the Henley Passport Index for the first time in five years.
As Nepal’s first openly gay parliamentarian, Sunil Babu Pant educated his colleagues on LGBTQ topics.
Advice for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Travellers in Zanzibar.
Saddle up for the world’s first Green Flag MTB trails in Plett.
BMS also known as MSB Physio (Pty) Ltd in Featherbrooke Estate is situated in Krugersdorp, bordering on the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens.
The latest research in the sector confirms travellers are more attentive to environmental issues.
Former Wesgro CEO Tim Harris will chair the interim SA Tourism Board.
A place where time stands still. I was heading for burnout. I’d had a lot on my plate, both work-wise and in my private life. I needed some time out. And I knew just the place…
What does it take to spot the world’s most endangered seahorse? Quite a bit of patience apparently, a good eye and when the seahorse in question is sighted carrying eggs, well that’s cause for celebration!
This program offers an unparalleled opportunity for LGBTQ+ small business leaders from Southern Africa to attend Equal Africa, powered by the IGLTA Foundation, and receive funding and mentorship to support their professional development in the LGBTQ+ tourism industry.
The hospitality sector is arguably the leading source of income for Plettenberg Bay, generating an average of R3.9 billion in earnings annually pre-COVID.
Airbnb is honoring “The Phantom of the Opera,” Broadway’s longest running show, by inviting two guests to spend the night in Paris’ historic Palais Garnier, the venue that inspired the beloved novel and musical.
P&O Cruises Australia is hosting the largest marriage ceremony ever onboard a cruise ship, celebrating same-sex, gender diverse and LGBTQIA+ supporter/ally couples.
The best skinny dipping spots in (nearly) every country rated by mydatingadviser.com.
Gus Kenworthy and his friends are heating up Fire Island, and it’s only giving that one The Other Two plotline a tiny bit.
Summer 2022 feels very different to the last couple of years, doesn’t it?
The RG420 cannabis cafe opened just four days ago in Khao San, an area of Bangkok popular with backpackers – and already it’s crammed with customers.
The Glitter Trail is the most fabulously gay bus tour ever to hit the roads of South Africa.
Could it be Lucky Number 13 for Plettenberg Bay in the World Travel Awards?
Whether it’s your first safari or your 15th, a little planning goes a long way.
ILGA-Europe published its annual Rainbow Europe Map, ranking the LGBTI policies of European countries.
mFulaWozi Wilderness Private Game Reserve is back under owner-management of the founders, Barry and Sonya Theunissen.
South Africa’s Blue Train, regarded as one of the world’s most luxurious railway journeys, has been suspended after coaches derailed in November and were then engulfed by flames earlier this month.
The Melbourne Pride Street party is the final Midsumma Festival event for the year that will take place on Smith and Gertrude Streets in Fitzroy on Sunday, February 13.
Johannesburg, 3 February 2021 The Dutch government has eased restrictions previously placed on Southern African countries due to the COVID-19 Omicron variant making it easier for tourists from South Africa to travel to The Netherlands. It is now possible for fully vaccinated travellers from South Africa to enter The Netherlands with no quarantine restrictions.
Iata’s announcement of its full-year global passenger traffic results for 2021 show a slow improvement in the fortunes of airlines. The impact of the Omicron crisis in December, on Africa specifically, is also clearly visible.
(CNN) — Could brighter days be ahead? Travel and tourism are expected to return to almost pre-pandemic levels this year, and a top health official says Europe could be about to enter “a long period of tranquility.”
Anti-gay laws endanger local queer people more than tourists, but gay visitors may also face consequences simply for who they love.
Marine explorers have discovered a “pristine” 3km (2-mile) coral reef at depths of 30m (100ft) off the coast of Tahiti, French Polynesia.
As we enter 2022, the latest results from the Henley Passport Index show record-breaking levels of travel freedom for top-ranking nations Japan and Singapore, but also the widest recorded global mobility gap since the index’s inception 17 years ago.
When a large crowd gathered yesterday evening to rally for the right of same-sex couples to marry in Thailand, the authorities tolerated it on one condition: They only block half of Ratchaprasong intersection.
Ube has become the first city in Yamaguchi Prefecture to introduce partnership certificates that grant rights to LGBTQ couples, prompting local companies to review their corporate rules and welfare programs.
Samidjan, a master of shadow puppetry or wayang, has created transgender characters to push back against rising intolerance in the Muslim-majority country.
A research paper on Gran Canaria tourism titled Sand, Sun, Sea & Sex with Strangers, describes the damaging impact of cruising on the coastal reserve. The Dunes of Maspalomas are a popular attraction of the famously gay-friendly tourist destination.
The Thai government issued an announcement on October 21 stating that it would allow fully vaccinated travellers from 63 countries and territories to enter the kingdom without quarantine from November 1, on condition they test negative for COVID-19 upon arriving in the Land of Smiles.
Miguel Piñas Rodríguez and Ignacio Nieto Carvajal are a couple who travel the world together and work remotely along the way.
Tucked away in a neighborhood of Accra, off Aflao Road, a group of Ghanaian gay activists use a safe house to gather in secret and provide shelter to LGBTQ people in need.
Andrew Earle said he recently had to warn a couple who inquired about booking a trip to the Maldives. The luxury holiday destination has strict rules around same-sex relationships.
It goes without saying that international travel is challenging these days. But gay travelers face the added complexity of navigating a myriad of LGBTQ+ laws around the world. Depending on where they’re headed, travel can still be considerably dangerous—even in 2021.
The European Union has a dismal track record when it comes to disciplining countries within its ranks.
Guests are eager to get back to sea, but cruise lines and crew are navigating some tough regulatory hurdles.
The Victorian Pride Centre, one of the first of its kind within Australia, has opened its doors in St Kilda, reports The Guardian. The centre is the result of a joint effort between the Victorian state government and local Port Phillip council contributing the $50m needed to bring the project to life.
Find out which countries are open for you based on your country of residence and vaccination status.
The proposed bill could see LGBTQ community members imprisoned between five to 10 years for identifying or advocating for their rights.
Complete coverage of the 51st annual Pride March begins at noon on Sunday, June 27.
Where are the most precious and important places in the world for LGBT+ people? The ones that symbolise our rich history and hopes for the future?
I was honoured to have been elected as member of the parliament for the third time in May 2019. To add to the excitement, I was appointed as Shadow Minister of Tourism.
“Beautiful soul” Alireza Fazeli-Monfared, 20, was about to flee to Turkey to be with his boyfriend, reports say.
A gay couple in Iceland exchanged vows in front of an erupting volcano.
Unusual Fish Hoek Feeding Frenzy captured on video and film of Dolphins and Whales Goes Viral everywhere!
Back in 1989 Noel Brown, director of the New York office of the United Nations (UN) Environment Programme, said that entire nations could be wiped off the face of the Earth by rising sea levels if the global warming trend was not reversed by the year 2000. Melting polar ice caps would cause sea levels to rise by three feet, enough to cover the Maldives and other flat-island nations, he warned.
Pride will return on the weekend of 11 September 2021, organisers announced today!
After constructive consultations with the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), KLM has developed a safe alternative testing protocol for crews leaving the airport in countries that are not on the governmental list of safe countries.
The Democratic Alliance (DA) does not believe that the Tourism Equity Fund will meet its intended targets of boosting South Africa’s tattered tourism industry through improving the participation of black entrepreneurs in the sector.
It would come as no surprise that South Africa has been named the richest country in Africa.
Historic Hazendal Wine Estate defines style through fine dining, winemaking and the fusion of two cultures
When you are travelling in Thailand, this is an essential skill and experience!
We last visited Thailand ten years ago. It was the trip of a lifetime and we were thrilled to return. The countryside is beautiful, the cities – especially Bangkok – have a vibrancy and 24/7 buzz that’s just electric. But what makes most visitors fall in love with Thailand are the people. They must surely rank as the friendliest nation on Earth. No wonder Thailand is called ‘The Land of Smiles.’
Discovering Stellenbosch for the first time must be incredible, however, the more we return, the more we bond with this gorgeous town and its marvellous people.
It had been a while since we’d ‘done the bush’ and we jumped at the chance to visit one of our favourite lodges. Selati Camp is located in the Sabi Sabi conservancy adjacent the Kruger National Park.
