הכנס העולמי ה-38 של איגוד הנסיעות הבינלאומי LGBTQ+, 26-29 באוקטובר בתערוכת UNAHotels Expo Fiera Milano, היה הכנס הגדול ביותר של IGLTA מחוץ לארצות הברית עד כה, עם 550 נציגים המייצגים 39 מדינות וטריטוריות מרחבי העולם.
The convention, the premier educational and networking event for LGBTQ+ tourism, the was association’s first European convention since Madrid in 2014. The event was originally set for 2020, but had to be rescheduled due to the pandemic, making it a cause for greater celebration.
Given the current political climate for LGBTQ+ issues, this year’s convention became even more important, strengthening ties between the global LGBTQ+ tourism community and the business community of Italy.
“As we continue to see increasing opposition toward LGBTQ+ communities globally, IGLTA’s convention—built around business networking, education and inclusivity—could not be more critical,” said IGLTA President/CEO John Tanzella. “The incredible outpouring of support for this year’s convention further strengthens our ability to elevate LGBTQ+ voices in the tourism industry and to continue working to ensure LGBTQ+ travelers have access to safe and welcoming experiences as they explore the world.”
