Articles tagged “LGBT travel”

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IDEAS: San Francisco International Airport Embraces Pride with Themed Experiences

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has revealed the itinerary for the latest instalment of its 'SFO Celebrates' program, which aims to bring San Francisco’s neighborhoods and cultural events to airport guests. Credit: San Francisco International Airport The Pride Series will feature live entertainment in Harvey Milk Terminal 1 to showcase the talent and creativity of…

Adam Stacey | 6 months ago

Airlines

Has Business Travel Plateaued?

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at business travel in the U.S., Marriott's new budget brand, and LGBTQ travelers in India.

Rashaad Jorden | 7 months ago

Has Business Travel Plateaued?

Tourism

India Daily: LGBTQ+ Travelers Prioritize Safety When Booking Trips

As a Booking.com survey shows, the travel industry has far to go before it can truly claim inclusivity and a travel economy that values LGBTQ+ travelers.

Peden Doma Bhutia and Amrita Ghosh, Skift | 7 months ago

India Daily: LGBTQ+ Travelers Prioritize Safety When Booking Trips

Airlines

Southwest Wants to Prevent Repeat of Holiday Chaos

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at Soutwest’s preventative prep, Oyo’s IPO shrinkage, and LGBTQ+ travel marketing over the years.

Rashaad Jorden | 9 months ago

Southwest Wants to Prevent Repeat of Holiday Chaos

Tourism

LGBTQ+ Travel Gains New Recognition After Long Challenging Evolution

Despite the LGBTQ+ community's growing clout in the travel industry, many travelers in the rapidly growing segment still face enormous challenges. Here's a look at how Skift has covered the progress LGBTQ+ travelers have seen as well as the setbacks the group has encountered.

Rashaad Jorden | 9 months ago

LGBTQ+ Travel Gains New Recognition After Long Challenging Evolution

Hotels

Marketing Safaris to LGBTQ+ Family Travelers

Today’s edition of Skift’s daily podcast looks at marketing safaris to modern families, measuring hotel performance, and leadership roles for women in hospitality.

Rashaad Jorden | 9 months ago

Marketing Safaris to LGBTQ+ Family Travelers

Hotels

LGBTQ Travelers May Not Need Official Certification Programs for Safety

Word of mouth is a powerful factor for where travelers choose to stay. So hotels need to emphasize a welcoming atmosphere instead of certifications that may be insignificant to prospective guests.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 years ago

LGBTQ Travelers May Not Need Official Certification Programs for Safety

Tour Operators

U.S. Tour Operators Face Heat for Not Taking Stand on Anti-LGBTQ Laws

Tour operators angry about states enacting anti-LGBT laws shouldn't reward those places. Those companies can absolutely find more welcoming destinations for their guests.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 years ago

U.S. Tour Operators Face Heat for Not Taking Stand on Anti-LGBTQ Laws

Tourism

Why It’s Time to Pay More Attention to the LGBTQ Traveler

It’s a big risk to ignore the LGBTQ traveler. Why? Because this community is ready to reward the destinations and brands that pay attention to it.

Marc Graser, NMG Network | 2 years ago

Why It’s Time to Pay More Attention to the LGBTQ Traveler

Hotels

Cuba’s Tourism Industry Hopes LGBTQ-Friendly Hotels Signal a New Era

Travel executives expect the hotels to help improve visibility for the LGBTQ+ community during a period when the government is considering a family code that, if approved, would legalize civil unions among same sex couples in Cuba.

Paula Krizanovic, Skift | 2 years ago

Cuba’s Tourism Industry Hopes LGBTQ-Friendly Hotels Signal a New Era