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IGLTA 32nd Global Convention - Los Angeles

IGLTA 32nd Global Convention - Los Angeles | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

The 32nd Annual Global Convention, 8-11 April 2015 in Los Angeles, promises to be the IGLTA's largest to date. Don't miss out on the opportunity to put your brand front and center at the world's premier educational and networking event for LGBT tourism. 

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The Difference Between the Millennial and the Baby Boomer LGBT Traveler

The Difference Between the Millennial and the Baby Boomer LGBT Traveler | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Earlier this week we released our new report, The Big Business of LGBT Travel, which examines the current state of LGBT travel.

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Stockholm | Prevue Visionary Awards

Stockholm | Prevue Visionary Awards | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Our vote is for the incredibly LGBT-friendly Stockholm...  Democreativity, a new gamer platform developed in Sweden, takes the competitive element inherent in traditional gaming and replaces it with cooperation, either with other gamers or the game itself. The initiative from VisitSweden, the Swedish Institute and Business Sweden aims to create a forum for inspiration and to provide a showcase for underrepresented ideas in order to promote Sweden’s openness, creative enterprises and democratic values.

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A gay oasis in the middle of Morocco?

A gay oasis in the middle of Morocco? | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

The late gay designer Yves Saint Laurent loved the Marjorelle gardens so much he and his partner saved the grounds from being converted into a hotel, breathing new life into the spectacularly-designed grounds.

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Eating Out: San Diego’s Expanded Gayborhood

Eating Out: San Diego’s Expanded Gayborhood | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
San Diego LGBT Weekly wanted to take a close look at the restaurant offerings in the expanded gayborhood. We ate our way through Mission Hills, Bankers Hill, Hillcrest, University Heights, North Park, Adams Avenue and South Park.
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Austria’s Pink Lake: Not Your Typical Gay Beach Party

Austria’s Pink Lake: Not Your Typical Gay Beach Party | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

It’s the end of August. You’re splashing around in 82-degree turquoise green water. You smile on as drag queens saunter through crowds of bronzing bodies sunning on the sand and showing off the goods.

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Market Days draws thousands to Boystown

Market Days draws thousands to Boystown | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Nearly 150,000 people from across the country converged on North Halsted St. on Aug. 9 - 10 for the 2014 Northalsted Market Days, the largest two-day outdoor street festival in the Midwest.
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What would you do with two days in Stockholm?

What would you do with two days in Stockholm? | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Have you entered our competition yet? If you describe what you would you do if you had two days to spend in Stockholm, you get the chance to win a weekend for two to Stockholm.
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Lighthearted Frolic, Heartfelt Farewell

Lighthearted Frolic, Heartfelt Farewell | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
The dog days of summer are upon us and so is Tropical Heat Key West, produced by the Key West Business Guild. Beginning Thursday, Aug.
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Highlights From My Two Weeks in Thailand

Highlights From My Two Weeks in Thailand | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Back in May I was lucky enough to return to Thailand after nearly three years away.

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LOOK: Stockholm's Pride Parade Was Bigger -- And Sexier -- Than Ever!

LOOK: Stockholm's Pride Parade Was Bigger -- And Sexier -- Than Ever! | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
The Stockholm Pride Parade rolled through Sweden's capital city on Saturday, August 2, and it was bigger than ever.
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AirBnB Employee Handles A Sexy Photo Situation In The Very Best Way

AirBnB Employee Handles A Sexy Photo Situation In The Very Best Way | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

A New York City party promoter who's renting out his Fire Island cabana wanted to make sure that potential guests noticed his listing among all the...

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What do we have to be proud of? Exploring life for Halifax's LGBTQ community

What do we have to be proud of? Exploring life for Halifax's LGBTQ community | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Halifax now has a LGBT Business Association, which launched last fall with a dozen members.

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New Podcast: Diving into Gay Travel & Business Success with Ed Salvato

New Podcast:  Diving into Gay Travel & Business Success with Ed Salvato | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
This interview is packed with helpful information and applies a unique lens to the world of LGBT travel.  We dive into Ed’s journey into entrepreneurship and his travel philosophy as a gay man.
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Gay & Lesbian Stockholm | Win a trip - We Love Stockholm... Will You?

Gay & Lesbian Stockholm | Win a trip - We Love Stockholm... Will You? | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Let Stockholm Voices, ambassadors in the LGBTQ community, inspire you!  What would you do if you had two days to spend in our city? Share your story and get the chance to win a weekend in Stockholm.

Fabrice Tasendo's curator insight, August 15, 2014 3:29 PM

What would you do if you had 2 days to spend in #GayStockholm? Enter to win a trip! #GayRelevant

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LGBT travel in China an unrealized market

LGBT travel in China an unrealized market | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

THE annual purchasing power of China’s LGBT community is estimated at US$470 billion and the travel industry is a major player, prompting tourism companies to get more serious about tapping into what could be a lucrative market. The first survey to explore the purchasing power, preferences and motivations of China’s LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) community was released last Friday in Shanghai.

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Hanging Out With Denver’s Gay Cowboys

To be fair, there was no hay-rolling. There was, however, some thigh-slappin’ and ally-ooping after meeting the adorable Kevin.
Dee Farrell's curator insight, September 13, 2014 7:35 AM

Formerly known as Denver Dee, I was a lesbian "cowboy."

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Gay Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love

Gay Philadelphia is home to some of the most important and fascinating art museums and historic attractions in the country, not to mention a superb (if underrated) dining scene and a rich selection of stylish hotels.
Dee Farrell's curator insight, September 13, 2014 7:36 AM

Philly has come a long way since I lived there eons ago!

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Out of Town: Asheville, North Carolina LGBT Places to Visit

Out of Town: Asheville, North Carolina LGBT Places to Visit | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

This leafy, hilly community just a 2-hour drive from Charlotte, a 3.5-hour drive from Atlanta and a 4.5-hour drive from Nashville has become a top weekend...

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History Made in Las Vegas - First International Gay New Year's Eve Celebration

History Made in Las Vegas - First International Gay New Year's Eve Celebration | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Las Vegas, recently voted Favorite American Destination by OutTraveler Magazine, is the host city for an exciting new event, Evolve Vegas NYE (New Year’s Eve).  #EvolveVegas is a 3-day gay New Year’s Eve experience that will bring men from more than 30 countries, on six continents, to the city that provides non-stop fun, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

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Montreal Gays Sound Off On What Makes Them Special!

Montreal Gays Sound Off On What Makes Them Special! | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Welcome to another edition of Word On The Street, in which we ask people to talk about their hometown and their lives. This time, we spoke with stylish gay locals during Montreal‘s annual Divers/Cite party weekend.
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So So Gay recommends… Gothenburg

So So Gay recommends… Gothenburg | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Gothernburg's West Pride is on a much smaller scale than Stockholm's giant spectacle, but the whole city comes out in support.

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Amsterdam Gay Pride (PHOTOS) - Europe's Most Scenic Pride

Amsterdam Gay Pride (PHOTOS) - Europe's Most Scenic Pride | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
Amsterdam is damn pretty and the city's gay pride & canal parade is a testament to the beauty, love and happiness of Europe's prettiest city
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Desperately Seeking Adventure: Wolverhampton WV1

Desperately Seeking Adventure: Wolverhampton WV1 | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it

Could Wolverhampton become the city of the future? Wolves Pride is in its third year, debuting in 2012 to serve as the city's first Pride event. Bond Street Tavern will be working with Wolves Pride on the 27th September 2014, supporting the event with drinks promotions and entertainment for the third Gay Pride in Wolves.

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Eleven Types Of Gay Bars And Why They Matter More Than Ever

Eleven Types Of Gay Bars And Why They Matter More Than Ever | LGBTQ+ Destinations | Scoop.it
In today’s scene, brick and mortar is being replaced with GPS proximity as more guys opt out of hitting the streets to instead hit on guys in the virtual hookup bars known as Grindr, Adam4Adam and Scruff.
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