Check out our latest guide for World Pride.

This guide isn't just for World Pride (which begins this week) – it’s designed for all LGBTQ travelers, featuring destination insights and upcoming global events. Plus, stay tuned for this week’s travel news.

The preliminary overview

Latest travel stories and news from the week.

• Fly high (and safely). After assessing 385 airlines, AirlineRatings.com has identified these 20 carriers as the top in safety, with Qantas taking the lead at #1.

• Non-stop adventures. Several of our favorite airlines are introducing new routes, including more non-stop flights to international locations.

• Pilots in demand. The pilot shortage in the US was an issue even before the pandemic, and it’s now impacting flight operations.

• Your gateway to Hong Kong. In a major effort to boost tourism, Hong Kong’s government is giving away around 500k flight tickets to travelers through a lottery.
• DOT on the scene. The DOT recently discussed upcoming flight changes with the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee – here’s what you need to know.

Travel trends

Your essential guide for LGBTQ travelers. Every traveler deserves the freedom to explore the world. However, those in the LGBTQ community often face unique challenges in realizing that freedom.  That's why we've collaborated with our Dinogo Pride Employee Resource Group to develop a resource filled with tools and tips to empower LGBTQ travelers, ensuring they have the information needed to feel safe, supported, and excited for their next adventure. From upcoming events to destination ideas, here’s a sneak preview of the guide:

• Your safety matters. Whether it's your first journey or your hundredth, it's always wise to refresh your safety knowledge – here are some important tips to remember before you set off. Learn More

• City-specific guides. From Rome to NYC, Paris, and beyond, we offer LGBTQ travel guides for popular cities worldwide to help you kickstart your trip planning. Access the Guides

• Mark your calendar. Regardless of the season, there’s likely a festival or event worth traveling for – check out the upcoming LGBTQ events. View the Schedule

• Embrace your digital nomad journey. Why limit your work to home when you can work from anywhere? If you’re eager to find a new remote workspace, explore these LGBTQ-friendly destinations. Discover where to WFH.

Curious about other LGBTQ resources we offer? Check out our latest guide for more information.

Insider tips

Discovering Black-owned restaurants at your destination. Planning where to dine on your upcoming journey? Here’s a suggestion – use OpenTable’s Minority owned/operated filter to locate Black-owned eateries. Simply search for your destination on OpenTable via desktop, navigate through the filters, and select the “Black/African American” option. This feature makes it simple to find local restaurants and support Black entrepreneurs.

Voices from the community

This has us craving more – don’t miss Marty Sandiego’s video on our Instagram to discover her favorite Black-owned businesses worldwide.