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LGBTQ Travel News: Uganda Shunned, Idaho Trans Ban Blocked

Posted inTravel Trends
With the rise in extreme anti-trans laws, there is so much news out there impacting LGBTQ folks' freedom of expression and right to be ourselves. Every month, I highlight a few of the stories that most impact queer and trans travelers, with a breakdown of the issues and what you need to know now. So read on to discover the surprising New York towns welcoming trans folks, the economic impact of Uganda's "Kill the Gays" bill (including how it's making other African countries think twice about passing similarly draconian laws) and how one red state's ban on trans-affirming medical care was blocked โ€“ for now.
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Travel Out and Proud With These 3 Travel Brands

Posted inAccess & Inclusion, LGBTQIA Allies
Are you looking for travel companies that run trips exclusively for gay and lesbian travelers? While there are tour groups like Olivia that cater exclusively to lesbian travelers, mainstream brands are increasingly offering LGBTQ-only trips. From a tour of major US Pride festivals to inclusive Europe, see how tour companies are meeting the needs of queer travelers with itineraries built around destinations with thriving LGBTQ communities.
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These Travel Brands Took a Stand Against Anti-Trans Legislation

Posted inLGBTQIA Allies
Ahead of Pride month, weโ€™re running several stories on the impact of anti-LGBTQ legislation in the US as it affects the gay and lesbian travel beat. In this post, weโ€™re taking a look at the travel brands that boldly stand by the LGBTQ+ community at times when state legislatures want to take our rights away. The Human Rights Campaign has compiled a list of more than 300 brands that signed…
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LGBTQ Tourists ‘Welcome’ at FIFA World Cup. Locals? Jailed and Beaten

Posted inMiddle East, Safety
Despite a poor record on LGBTQ rights, Qatar assured soccer fans that LGBTQ tourists would be safe and welcome. They could even wave the Pride flag from the sidelines. The persecution of LGBTQ Qataris is just one example of a repressive government looking the other way when it comes to LGBTQ tourist activist (and our pink dollars) and oppressing its LGBTQ people.