Articles tagged “lgbtq”

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Nepal to Host First-Ever LGBTQ+ Tourism Conference in January

Nepal will be hosting its inaugural LGBTQ+ tourism conference next month with the goal of establishing the country as an inclusive and welcoming destination for sexual minorities. Scheduled for January 18 in Kathmandu, the two-day conference follows a landmark decision last month, making the Himalayan nation the first in South Asia to legalize same-sex marriage.…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 2 weeks ago

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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

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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

Mexico’s New Non-Binary Passport Stirs Controversy

Mexico's new non-binary passport came under criticism by some LGBTQ+ activists for muddling the difference between gender and sex.

David Alire Garcia, Reuters | 7 months ago

Mexico’s New Non-Binary Passport Stirs Controversy

Tourism

Florida Governor Empowers New Board to Overturn Disney Agreements

So much for free speech! This is likely to go down in Governor DeSantis' resume, who is expected to declare his candidacy for U.S. president in coming weeks.

Brad Brooks and Joseph Ax, Reuters | 8 months ago

Florida Governor Empowers New Board to Overturn Disney Agreements

Tourism

Disney Sues Florida’s DeSantis Over Efforts to ‘Weaponize’ Government

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis got married at Disney World in 2009. He may now regret that decision. The social values dispute between the governor and Disney seems to grow by the day.

Dawn Chmielewski and Lisa Richwine, Reuters | 8 months ago

Disney Sues Florida’s DeSantis Over Efforts to ‘Weaponize’ Government

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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

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Diversity Is an Important Part of Event Planners’ Destination Choices

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are strategic business imperatives event planners look at when choosing the site of their next gathering. Demographics and the political climate are also important facets of a destination being considered for an event.

1 year ago
Diversity Is an Important Part of Event Planners’ Destination Choices