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| Destination Spotlight: Toronto, Canada |
Home to the WorldPride celebration in 2014, Toronto is Canada's largest city and offers countless opportunities to explore this northern urban highlight. The city pulses with liberating energy, passion and possibilities. Toronto's LGBTQ community delivers a world of arts, culture and vivacious nightlife, with a vibrant gay village at the city's core. If you're looking for inspiration, here's a list of 15 of the most popular queer-owned and queer-friendly restaurants that will have you coming back for more. You can also check out this list with everything you need to know about 15 of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly bars and clubs in the city. See how many you can cross off during your stay! Have you ever considered visiting Toronto? Watch this video to learn more.
| Have You Visited These LGBTQ Neighborhoods? |
One important element in the visibility of LGBTQ community has been the development of LGBTQ neighborhoods in major cities around the world. Often called gay villages or "gayborhoods," these communities share a common theme where LGBTQ-owned and welcoming businesses and venues serve the community in an open and visible manner while creating a sense of belonging and safety to those working in, living in and visiting the neighborhood. If you're planning a trip, why not consider visiting a city with a thriving LGBTQ neighborhood? If visiting Paris, Le Marais is centrally located and full of great restaurants and shopping. Madrid's gay neighborhood named Chueca is home to hundreds of LGBTQ venues and hosts the largest gay pride in Europe each summer. Greenwich Village in New York City is home to the Stonewall Inn, where the Stonewall Riots took place, leading to the modern LGBTQ rights movement. The Castro in San Francisco was another birthplace of LGBTQ rights in the US pioneered by the late Harvey Milk. Finally, Cape Town is easily South Africa's most gay-friendly destination with a beautiful backdrop of stunning mountains and its own gay neighborhood called Green Point. For more information on LGBTQ-friendly businesses around the world, be sure to check our website and plan your trip.
| Events & Tours from IGLTA Members |
 1 October 2017 - 24 December 2017
This 6 days extension can be added before or after the visit of Myanmar classic Big 4: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake. Experience first hand the magic of the Golden Rock before taking a trip to less visited Bago, Hpa-An and Moulmein, the capital of British occupied Burma, where famous author George Orwell served as a policeman.
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 24 December 2017 - 31 January 2018
A special Gay Exclusive Sailing Cruise on two luxury catamaran yachts along the Thai Islands of Ko Phi Phi, The Beach, Krabi, Phuket and the gay Patong. Something for everyone!
You can join us one or two weeks.
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 19 January 2018 - 28 January 2018
This 10-day Cuban adventure is all about spectacular scenery, with lots of colorful history thrown in. Even better, the island’s friendly locals make it a fantastic place for gay travelers to discover. Wander through Havana's glittering colonial architecture, breathe in the immaculate air of Vinales. Throw in a few vintage cars, some fragrant cigars, a splash of salsa, and it all adds up to a sunny escape that's muy caliente. To our American friends, please review the Cuba Info section of our Trip Notes on your right to learn more about legal travel to Cuba.
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 11 March 2018- 17 March 2018
Just because you're not in school any longer, doesn't mean that you don't deserve to have Spring Break. Think about this ... you've survived winter. Or at least you think you have. It's March, you're full of hope, and then suddenly ... BAM! It's another snowstorm.
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 20 January 2018 - 27 January 2018
The Arosa Gay Skiweek is a premier LGBT winter event in Switzerland. Arosa stands out as one of the most welcoming and gay friendly ski resorts in Europe, particularly during gay ski week. The local residents get excited and all the staff take pride in delivering top performance to service us and our needs, from skiing and boarding some of the most breathtaking mountains to gourmet dining, dancing, and lounging in the sun.
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 25 February 2018 - 4 March 2018
Olivia is kicking off their 45th anniversary celebrations at the stunning beachfront Hard Rock Vallarta Resort ! With all-inclusive accommodations and 700 women of Olivia, you won't want to miss this celebration! You'll need a vacation from your vacation, with all that's in store for you! Showcases by day and stellar music, comedy and DJ performances by night make for an incredible celebration.
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 14 October 2017 - 9 January 2018
Go all-out on indulgence. Treat yourself to an extended break at Belmond Reid's Palace and enjoy a complimentary room upgrade.
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 12 November 2017 - 31 January 2018
Day 1: Upon arrival, assistance on the airport and transfer to the hotel to check-in.
Day 2: After breakfast, a transfer will take you to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls, the Birds Park – which counts on more than 200 animal species and the biggest aviary focused on Araras in South America – and also Dreamland, a place full of fun attractions like a Wax Museum (with more than 16 sceneries built to dive the visitors in), the Dinosaur Valley (a fun ride with robotic-real-size dinosaurs) and Wonderland (with replicates of the main man-built monuments), that may be visited optionally.
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Photo credit: San Francisco Travel Association photo by Scott Chernis Photography
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