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Elephants in Botswana. The country recently decriminalized consensual same-sex activity, which is welcome news for travelers but not a guarantee of LGBTQ-friendly behavior.

What Botswana's legal reform means for LGBTQ+ travelersWhile decriminalization of same-sex activity is to be celebrated, it does not necessarily make the destination gay-friendly, a...

Caribbean Travel Insights

“Art with Julia” is a children’s activity featuring Julia, a neurodiverse character on "Sesame Street." It is one of several autism-friendly amenities at Beaches Resorts.

Beaches programs say 'welcome' to guests on the autism spectrumThe autism-friendly programming at the Turks & Caicos and Negril resorts includes tailored experiences as well as one-on-one...

Africa / Middle East Travel Insights

The proper way to plan a safari for a neurodiverse client

The proper way to plan a safari for a neurodiverse clientNeurodiverse-friendly trip planning can be a challenge for advisors, especially to far-flung places like Africa. But operators...

Participants in the 20th meeting of the Travel Weekly Consumer Editors Roundtable gathered at the Royal Mansour Tamuda Bay in Morocco to discuss travel and tourism issues in the headlines.

Consumer Editors Roundtable: A complex time for travelThe Travel Weekly Consumer Editors Roundtable went to Morocco this year, and for the first time, editors were joined by a...

Nadia 'Sparkle' Henry

A war story with many twists and turnsHow one advisor's Middle East fam underwent changes on the fly.

Caribbean Travel Insights

Pink Panther Safari is a women-led tour group in Antigua offered to guests of the Elite Island Resorts.

Women in the driver's seat at Pink Panther SafariThe company in Antigua makes a bold statement, not just with its high-energy tours and neon-pink Jeeps but through the...

Making accessibility a shore thing

Photo Credit: Illustration by Jenn Martins Making accessibility a shore thingWhile cruising can be one of the best vacation options for travelers with disabilities, problems can arise while the ship is in...

Airlines say they will continue to hire the best pilots, regardless of race or sex.

How airlines are addressing pilot hiring after DEI banWith an industry need for pilots, one former recruiter says airlines still see a benefit to expanding the field through more...

Hotel staff members, INNclusivity participants and INNclusivity founder Mike Schugt (in blue shirt) during a training session at the InterContinental New Orleans.

How INNclusivity is transforming hospitality careers for adults with disabilitiesThe nonprofit organization partners with hotels in several U.S. cities, expanding employment opportunities through leadership...

Nadia "Sparkle" Henry

Cultivating Black travel on Martha's VineyardMartha's Vineyard is a niche destination, and having insider knowledge is essential for curating the right experience.

"Stomp the Deck," a step show during the annual Festival at Sea charter cruise that celebrates African American culture, on the Celebrity Reflection in 2024.

How cruise lines can best foster inclusivityBeing a welcoming and inclusive cruise line for diverse audiences requires intention. Black travel professionals have some...

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