Travel Unity Awards, KOPPA Forum & 2 Weeks to Sevilla!

 

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Out100 Honors John Tanzella + Sevilla Convention & Southeast Asia Insights

 

IGLTA NEWS

John Tanzella Honored in the 2026 Out100 Out Magazine We're deeply moved to see our longtime President and CEO, John Tanzella, honored among the Innovators in Out Magazine's 2026 Out100.

Getting ready for Sevilla! Hotel deadlines, pre/post tours + more

 

IGLTA NEWS

Ravi Round The World Talks with IGLTA Member (& TUI Futureshapers Finalist!) Janice Tjon Sien Kie IGLTA We love seeing our global community connect! Media member Ravi Roth (they/he) of Ravi Round The World sat down with IGLTA member Janice Tjon Sien Kie (she/her) of Outcaribbean for an interview about her efforts to legalize marriage equality in Curaçao and strategies for other countries in the same fight.

Spirit Day + Visit Australia

 

DREAMING OF AUSTRALIA? THERE'S ONLY ONE TIME OF YEAR TO DO IT RIGHT. Sydney Mardi Gras may be high on the list for many LGBTQ+ travelers heading to Australia, but why stop there?

Weekly News from IGLTA

 

IGLTA NEWS Five Weeks Until Seville! IGLTA We are officially five weeks out from the 2026 IGLTA Global Convention in Seville! With hundreds of LGBTQ+ welcoming tourism leaders, buyers, and destination representatives gathering in Spain, the clock is ticking to finalize your plans.

Sevilla is Six Weeks Away

 

LEARN EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CONVENTION

 

The IGLTA Global Convention brings together LGBTQ+ tourism professionals from around the world for several days of education, meaningful connections, business opportunities and unforgettable experiences.

News from Los Cabos, Bangkok Highlights, and Seville Opportunities

 

IGLTA NEWS

Destination Workshop & Partner Summit in Los Cabos IGLTA We just wrapped up two incredible days in Mexico! On 21 September, IGLTA teamed up with the Los Cabos Tourism Board to host our very first LGBTQ+ Destination Design Workshop at the Breathless Cabo San Lucas Resort & Spa. The event brought together local hotel partners, government leaders, and international industry experts to talk about practical strategies for making Los Cabos an even more welcoming and competitive destination for LGBTQ+ travelers.

This Week: Los Cabos, 2026 Fellowship, and Madison Pride

 

IGLTA NEWS Destination Workshop in Los Cabos! IGLTA We're hosting a workshop focused on building more diverse, inclusive, and competitive destinations. In partnership with the Los Cabos Tourism Board, join us 21 September at the Breathless Cabo San Lucas Resort & Spa for an LGBTQ+ Destination Design Workshop.

2026 Pre/Post Experiences & Events

 

If you're joining us in Seville this November, why stop at the convention?

Whether you're arriving early or staying a little longer, it's the perfect opportunity to discover more of Seville, Andalusia, and even beyond.

From LGBTQ+ history tours and flamenco experiences to olive oil tastings, city walks, river cruises, and even a post-convention escape to Mallorca, there's something for every travel style

Over $10k Raised! Plus New Job Opening & Photo of the Week from Mexico City

 

ASAE LGBTQ2IA+ Party Raises Over $10k for the John Tanzella Fellowship Fund IGLTA This year's LGBTQ2IA+ Party at the ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo was a huge success! The event raised over US$10,000, with all proceeds directly benefiting the IGLTA Foundation's John Tanzella Fellowship Fund!

WorldPride highlights, Brazil recap + an update on our TUI Futureshapers program

 

International LGBTQ+ Tourism Day: Monday, 10 August! Established in 2020 by CCGLAR to honor those who paved the way and champion travel with freedom, safety, and dignity. This year, that sentiment means everything as we continue to honor the life and legacy of John Tanzella (he/him).

Seville Marketplace, a new LGBTQ+ manual,

 

Are You Registered? IGLTA Preparations for Seville are ramping up, and our signature Buyer/Supplier Marketplace remains the premier space for global tourism contacts. Last year's marketplace generated over 3,000 scheduled appointments and represented an estimated US$707 million in collective buying power.

Join Our New Italy Gay Group Trip in 2027

 

Doing it Like the Romans: Join Our 2027 Italy Land Tour!

As the old saying goes, “When in Rome…” book an Italy tour with Two Bad Tourists! Well, at least that’s what we’re saying, because we’re thrilled to be heading there for our 2027 Italy Tour from April 2–10, 2027. That’s right, we’re expanding our horizons beyond Spain and the high seas for nine days of art, aperitivo, ancient ruins, Renaissance realness, seaside glamour, plenty of pasta, and men beautiful enough to give the Romans of old a run for their denarius.

World Cup in July, IGLTA in November: Spain's big year continues

 

Sevilla Awaits! IGLTA At their core, sports and LGBTQ+ travel share a simple knack for bringing people together across lines that usually keep us apart. After a historic World Cup victory, Spain is ready for its next big act.

IGLTA LGBTQ+ and Allies Networking Reception

 Join us in person for a casual LGBTQ+ & ally mixer hosted by IGLTA during the Destinations International Annual Convention

6 historic gayborhoods you should visit in 2026 that are still thriving

 It's a beautiful day in these gayborhoods!

Go to any major metropolitan area in the United States and you're likely to find a "gayborhood" — an enclave of LGBTQ+ residents and businesses that group together for both safety and support.

Pride Month + LGBTQ+ Destination Weddings

 

CELEBRATING PRIDE 365 DAYS A YEAR

To live proudly is the ultimate act of rebellion and so IGLTA proudly stands with the LGBTQ+ community during this year’s Pride celebrations—a time filled with joy, visibility and meaningful reflection. Pride’s roots reach back to Christopher Street Liberation Day on 28 June 1970, commemorating the first anniversary of the Stonewall uprising and igniting a global movement for equality.

The Challenges Weighing On LGBTQ+ Business Travelers

 

With the global business travel market projected to reach $2.4 trillion by 2031*, new Booking.com research highlights a gap between growing business travel demand and LGBTQ+ traveler confidence.

7th Annual FLoatarama Pride-on-Water Yacht Party & Waterfront Tea Dance

 

Presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, the 7th Annual FLoatarama Pride-on-Water is bigger and better than ever!

We start with a fabulous Party on the spectacular Yacht Catalina, departing from (and returning to) the dock at Bokamper's Sports Bar & Grill.

On our return, we'll step off the yacht and into the waterfront Tea Dance on Bokamper's huge patio!