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June 2022
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Dancing the night away in Sau Paulo, walking the same streets as equal right’s activists in San Fransisco, or supporting local LGBTQ establishments abroad; there are countless opportunities to celebrate your identity or demonstrate your allyship when you travel. From quiet honeymoons to electric Pride celebrations, the travel industry has made enormous strides in embracing LGBTQ travelers, and visiting a city during its Pride Month brings even more energy to the experience. Whether you’re marching in a parade, or unwinding at the beach, traveling gives us the opportunity to discover our best selves, and to show that self proudly to the world.
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Show Off Your Pride in Stockholm
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Built on 14 islands, Stockholm is widely regarded as one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. A place where medieval buildings meet skyscrapers, and green parks are neighbors to streets with a bustling pulse. Stockholm is a truly welcoming destination, and an open city characterized by diversity and liberal values. Welcoming millions of visitors every year for trips such as a weekend breaks, or international talent and investors coming to stay and shape the future. Here, dreams are realized and Pride is celebrated year-round. Plus, Finnair is now flying nonstop from Los Angeles, New York and Miami to Stockholm. Take a glimpse at what makes Stockholm different here.
Visit Sweden today.
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Expect the Unexpected at Sea
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Cunard® has carried diverse and fascinating guests across the great oceans and to the far points of the globe. Book a journey in the month of June to enjoy an exclusive $200 per stateroom credit on select voyages.
Plan a trip with Cunard®.
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Beachside Pride
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The energy during Tel Aviv’s Pride is palpable. The city transforms with light and color while hosting hundreds of local events, including parades, food tours, family picnics, and a famous all-night beach party. Discover why Tel Aviv gained its reputation as one of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities in the world.
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Break Free from Tradition
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Guests from all walks of life are welcome to experience luxury cruising, re-imagined. With eight Inaugural Journeys, Explora Journeys invites passengers to travel deeper, and linger a little longer on sailings that span the globe. From Europe and the Arctic Circle, to the Americas, Hawaii, and the Caribbean, this is only the beginning.
Book your 2023 adventure.
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Amsterdam’s Famous Canal Parade
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You’ve seen streets shut down for Pride parades, but what about the waterways? Every year, spectators line Amsterdam’s canals to watch 80 decorated boats float by in celebration.
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All Aboard! Experience Italy’s Romance by Train
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Explore one of the must-see travel destinations this summer with Belmond's Grand Tour of Italy. Experience the welcoming, friendly, and caring hospitality at eight hotels across the country. Swim in the crystal clear waters on the secluded beach at Villa Sant’Andrea, experience the glamour of Portofino, truffle hunt at Castello di Casole, or have a cocktail in a 15th century gardens overlooking Florence at Villa San Michele. Belmond celebrates the diversity of its guests and is a leader within the LGBTQ travel community.
Travel through Italy today.
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Indulge in Washington’s Buzzing Food Scene
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The Inn at Little Washington is the only Michelin three-star restaurant in the Washington DC metropolitan area. The restaurant was the subject of a PBS documentary, which told the story of self-taught head chef Patrick O’Connell, who won the decades-long battle with a conservative town and its homophobic residents, to create one of the most successful restaurants in America. Each dish is treated like a work of art, serving refined American cuisine that has attracted international attention.
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Join the Largest Pride at Sea
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Get onboard with Celebrity Cruises’ to experience the largest Pride celebration at sea, in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bermuda & Alaska, where the whole month of June is filled with festivities to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ community.
Find the flagship events and book your Celebrity Cruise here.
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Immerse Yourself Locally
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Local Pride events are a fantastic way to connect with the local community when you’re abroad. From 5k charity races to LGBTQ movie nights, there’s so many ways you can support your local LGBTQ groups, while immersing yourself in culture.
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Long Live Miami Glamour
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Celebrate Pride at the luxurious Eden Roc Nobu to receive a one-time resort credit and up to 25% off your stay. The electricity of Miami is calling your name. Feel the energy for yourself with a multi-day celebration of arts and culture, in one of America’s most exciting cities. With unforgettable food and a party that lasts all night, you’ll make memories for years to come.
Book at Eden Roc Nobu.
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Make a Big Splash
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Being surrounded by community and culture will elevate your journey. With diversity at the forefront of its values, Virgin Voyages proudly celebrates Pride. Hop onboard one of four gorgeous ships, offering two to 15-night exclusively adult sailings in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Oceania. With 26 curated itineraries featuring over 100 ports across four continents, and with late-stays or overnights, sailors have time to meet the people and enjoy the experiences that make each place so special. Plus, every voyage includes over $600 in value; dining at 20+ unique eateries, all tips, Wi-Fi, essential drinks, and unlimited fitness classes.
Sail away to paradise today.
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Hotel Highlight: Raffles London OWO
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London has the art, food, culture, and nightlife for those seeking a well-rounded experience, any time of the year. Elevate your stay with a visit to the Raffles London OWO, which is set to open in late 2022.
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Up-and-Coming Destinations for LGBTQ Travelers
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You know about the world-renowned parades, and cities that draw crowds of thousands, but there are a few destinations that are quickly becoming go-tos for LGBTQ travelers.
Toronto: Progressive, multi-cultural, and extremely energetic, Toronto’s already-vibrant Gay Village is electric and exciting to emerse yourself in.
Valletta: The capital city of Malta is known for its embrace of the LGBTQ community. The city may be small, but its queer scene is flourishing with plenty of dedicated spaces, nightclubs, restaurants, and more.
Sydney: World Pride will make its triumphant return in 2023 with Sydney as its host city. This will be the first time the event is
held in the Southern Hemisphere, and will be celebrated with beach parties, conferences, Pride marches, and more.
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Did you know
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- Pride is most commonly celebrated in June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Riots, which was a catalyst in the fight for equal rights.
- Gilbert Baker’s original Pride flag design featured eight colors, each with a distinct meaning: red for life, orange for healing, yellow for sunlight, green for nature, blue for harmony, and purple for spirit.
- 30 volunteers hand-dyed and stitched the first two rainbow flags used for San Francisco’s Gay Freedom Day Parade in 1978.
- The first Pride march occurred a year after the events at Stonewall, on June 28, 1970. It was referred to as the Christopher Street Liberation Day March.
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