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Gay Travel Index 2025: Pack Your Bags, Not Your Fears, Honey!
2025 Spartacus Gay Travel Index ranking the safest to the most hostile of destinations around the world. LGBTQ travel tool of where to go.
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Mar 123 min read


Island Escapes That’ll Have You Living Your Best LGBTQ+ Fantasy
Escape to stunning gay-friendly island paradises with vibrant nightlife, iconic beaches, and luxurious retreats for unforgettable adventures
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Dec 16, 20244 min read


Hokkaido Adventures: Hot Springs, Culture, and Gay Delights
Discover Hokkaido’s charm with serene hot springs, a vibrant LGBTQ+ nightlife, delicious cuisine, and rich cultural experiences to enjoy.
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Dec 6, 20244 min read


Pride, Progress, and Connection: My Journey at the 2024 IGLTA Global Convention in Osaka
Historic LGBTQ Travel conference takes Osaka, Japan by storm with attendees from 50+ nations. Here are some of my insights.
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Nov 19, 20243 min read

2023 Fergusson Report on the Safest countries for the LGBTQ Traveller
Canada slays as the LGBTQ+ friendliest country for the third year. U.S. slips, 300 anti-LGBTQ+ laws in 2022? Progress with legalizing love..
Dean Nelson, (he/him) CTC, LLD
Dec 20, 20232 min read


What’s new and noteworthy in Europe for 2024
Discover what is new and noteworthy in Europe for 2024 including must visit destinations, hotels, restaurants, cruise and rail.
Ensemble Travel
Dec 18, 20233 min read


New EU eTIA Visa Program Delayed until May 2025
The European Union's new eVisa also known as ETIAS - European Travel Information and Authorisation System has been delayed to May 2025
Travel Market Report
Sep 27, 20232 min read

Celebrity Cruises shattering the Glass Ceiling
Supporting Gender Equality with women empowering women. Celebrity Cruises achieves 32% Female bridge officers leading the Cruise Industry
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Mar 8, 20232 min read


French Polynesia's newest luxe hotel with the Island's largest pool
Hilton Tahiti Resort reopened in 2021 has the Island's largest pool - swim up bar and incredible sunsets and is one of the places to stay!
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Feb 19, 20232 min read


Range - ensemble's February 2023 Issue
This month’s issue is centered around family getaways and celebratory travel. Excellent ideas on family friendly destinations and more!
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Feb 17, 20231 min read


Why book with a Travel Advisor?
Why book with a travel advisor? A travel advisor is there to help when things go sideways and advocate on your behalf
Dean Nelson, (he/him) CTC, LLD
Nov 15, 20223 min read

Best Cruise Rankings in 2023
Best cruise rankings in 2023 with some cruise lines that may surprise you. Virgin Voyages, Viking, and Disney Cruise lines command top spots
Travel Market Report
Nov 15, 20222 min read


The Woes of Pandemic Travel and Tips on maintaining your sanity
The woes of pandemic travel with some helpful tips on navigating and avoiding the blame game of pandemic air travel
Travel Pulse Canada
Jun 24, 20225 min read


Crystal Cruises gets a new lease on life with Luxury Brand A+K
Travel Market Report: by Dori Saltzman / June 22, 2022 After much speculation, Abercrombie & Kent has revealed itself as the new owner of...
Travel Market Report
Jun 23, 20222 min read

LGBTQ Travel - Pride 2021
As pride month of June comes to a close, there are still many LGBTQ events and destinations where to travel to in the coming months.
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Jun 30, 20216 min read

YOUR BOLDEST ADVENTURE YET ARRIVES SOON
Go Beyond the Ordinary - The Odyssey of the Seas is the latest addition to the Royal Caribbean® fleet — and it is the newest + boldest yet!
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Jun 23, 20211 min read


Virgin Atlantic sets sights for the future of Travel with digital health integration
Virgin Atlantic sets sights for the future of Travel with digital health integration with IATA TRAVEL PASS + TrustAssure
DEAN NELSON (he/him) CTC, LLD
Mar 29, 20215 min read

Romance is in the BC air
Romance is in the BC air as we explore closer to home here are some great mini-getaway trip ideas from Comox Valley to Whistler
Dean Nelson, (he/him) CTC, LLD
Feb 9, 20216 min read

Costa Rica - a destination highlight
Costa Rica destination specialist Dean Nelson takes a deep dive into Costa Rica exploring the climate, highlights, adventure, wildlife
Dean Nelson, (he/him) CTC, LLD
Feb 3, 202125 min read

New Year Travel Deals for 2022
Here are some of my top picks of excellent travel offers to lock in today for travel in 2022 - #TravelDeals with the best rates, best value
Dean Nelson, (he/him) CTC, LLD
Jan 26, 20213 min read
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