Shirweynaha Caalamiga ah ee LGBTQ+ Travel Association's 38th Global Convention, 26-29 October ee UNAHotels Expo Fiera Milano, wuxuu ahaa shirweynihii ugu waynaa ee IGLTA meel ka baxsan Maraykanka ilaa maanta, oo ay ku jiraan 550 ergo oo matalaya 39 dal iyo dhulal ka kala yimid aduunka oo dhan.

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.”