Our regular hosts welcome Scott Gatz – founder of Q Digital and gay dad – onto the Pod to discuss the often overlooked topic of LGBT family travel.

Travelling With Your LGBT Family

The way that we travel and experience the world is in part shaped by our identities. Our experiences can be impacted by our ethnic, racial, gender, and sexual identities. And today, we’re learning what it’s like to travel as a LGBTQ&#43; couple. 
 
Traveling as a queer couple can bring up a lot of questions, like: 
Is the queer community safe where we want to travel? 
Should we hold hands? 
What countries are &#34;gay-friendly&#34; and which are just giving lip service? 
 
In this episode, we discuss LGBTQ&#43; travel from the perspective of Alex and Chris - aka Burrito and Tortilla. We discuss safety concerns, misgendering, advocating for yourself, understanding your privilege as a queer traveler, and what resources are available to the traveling LGBTQ&#43; community! 
 
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Guests: 
Chris &amp; Alex, aka Burrito and Tortilla - &#64;burritoandtortilla 
TikTok: &#64;chrisandalex 
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRj6G8miH1g09wHRaK27nzA">Watch them on YouTube here</a>. 
 
Queer Travel and Episode Resources: 
 


<li><a href="https://ilga.org/"></a><a href="https://ilga.org/">https://ilga.org/</a></li><li><a href="https://www.manaboutworld.com/lgbtq-travel-safety/"></a><a href="https://www.manaboutworld.com//">https://www.manaboutworld.com//</a></li><li><a href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/travel-trends/lgbt-travel-affection-abroad">95% of LGBT Couples Uncomfortable Showing Affection Abroad</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cnn.com/2015/06/19/us/lgbt-rights-milestones-fast-facts/index.html">LGBTQ Rights Milestones Fast Facts</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cbc.ca/radio/day6/britain-s-other-new-leader-impeach-o-meter-mister-rogers-radical-theology-lgbt-free-zones-in-poland-more-1.5224060/why-lgbt-free-zones-are-on-the-rise-in-poland-1.5224067">Why &#39;LGBT-free zones&#39; are on the rise in Poland</a></li><li>
<a href="https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/gay-travel-different-matters/">HOW GAY TRAVEL IS DIFFERENT (AND WHY IT MATTERS</a>)
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S3 Ep59: LGBTQ+ Travel: Traveling as a Queer Couple

Do you ever stop to ponder the role your personal identity and culture play in your travel experience? How about the role travel plays in your identity and culture? 
This week travel expert, vlogger, speaker, and influencer, Ravi Roth, shares the unique insight he&#39;s gained in traveling to 34 countries with the goal of exploring and embracing Queer culture for his new travel series <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/RaviRoundTheWorld/videos">Ravi Round The World</a>.
Listen now to get a first-hand account of how Queer culture and Pride have manifested throughout the world, learn about some of the best destinations and must-do festivals around the globe, gain insight into the ever-changing meaning and experience surrounding Pride, and be inspired to make a difference in the world.
How have you come to understand your own identity better through the lens of travel? I&#39;d love to hear your insights and hope you will share them by <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/zerototravel">sending me an audio message</a>.
Don&#39;t forget that if you want access to the private Zero To Travel podcast feed, a bonus episode every month (decided on by YOU), exclusive content, direct access to me to answer your questions, and more. Check out<a href="https://zerototravel.com/premium"> Zero To Travel Premium Passport</a>.
This episode is also sponsored by US Bank&#39;s<a href="https://www.usbank.com/credit-cards/altitude-connect-visa-signature-credit-card.html"> Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card</a>, with the ability to earn up to 5x the points on travel-related expenses like hotels, and rental cars, this card will get you the most return on your next trip. Today&#39;s episode is also sponsored by the amazing folks over at<a href="http://wildlygoods.com/travel"> Wildly Goods</a> which helps to keep me (and my feet) ridiculously comfortable and blister-free through all seasons. 
Tune In To Learn:
<li>11:00 What Ravi&#39;s 14-year old self would say about his life today</li><li>13:20 The transition from growing up in small-town Pennsylvania to a life of travel</li><li>17:15 Why connecting with the locals can fuel your passion for travel</li><li>19:30 What inspired <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list&#61;PL0PO3CR1atIbqu5xjp2PuN0QD4_PcMHGD">Ravi&#39;s Road to Pride</a> </li><li>24:50 How the meaning of Pride is constantly evolving </li><li>27:30 Ravi&#39;s advice surrounding safe travel and mindfulness as a Queer traveler</li><li>31:30 Surprising discoveries about Queer culture around the world </li><li>33:30 Finding balance between work and travel when travel is your job</li><li>36:20 The key elements of a good story</li><li>38:30 Memorable off-camera experiences</li><li>43:10 How can the average person be an ally and support the LGBTQ&#43; community</li><li>45:40 Advice for the younger generation and Ravi&#39;s own coming out experience</li><li>50:10 Ravi&#39;s Top places to travel, best festivals, &amp; more tips</li><li>56:30 Reflections on what is really important in life</li><li>And so much more</li>
Resources:
<li><a href="https://zerototravel.com/premium">Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport</a></li><li><a href="https://www.usbank.com/credit-cards/altitude-connect-visa-signature-credit-card.html">Altitude Connect Visa Signature Card</a> &amp; <a href="http://wildlygoods.com/travel">Wildly Goods</a> - Today&#39;s Sponsors</li><li>Check Ravi&#39;s  <a href="https://www.raviroundtheworld.com/">website</a></li><li>Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOkWxTyamsJ55LKl39a5Gqg">Ravi Round the World</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXipVXmtqdiaxvRyZx00l8A">The Gaycation Travel Show</a></li><li>Follow Ravi Roth on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/gaycationtravelshow/"> Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://locationindie.com/">Location Indie</a></li>
Want More?
<li><a href="https://zerototravel.com/travel-mental-health/">How Travel Can Improve Your Mental Health w/ Gilad Gamiel</a></li><li><a href="https://zerototravel.com/simon-mulvaney-freedom-creativity-travel/">Personal Freedom, Creativity, and Capturing Travel with Simon Mulvaney</a></li><li><a href="https://zerototravel.com/stephanie-james-words-shape-life/">How Words Can Shape Your Life w/ Stephanie James</a></li>

LGBTQ+ Travel and Making A Difference with Ravi Roth

I have a guest!!! This week we cover a lot! I’ve welcomed my guest Kevin on to discuss his experiences traveling as a gay man who dresses in drag. We discuss his experiences presenting as “Kenna” while abroad, being non binary, sex vs gender, transsexuality, where he’s felt most accepted and unwelcome as both Kevin and Kenna and his past and future travel apprehensions. I talk about some of the kindness I’ve experienced and dumbest stuff I’ve done abroad, drop a few travel gems and discuss social interactions while abroad. Hear us out!!

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Ep 5. Gay, Drag and Non-Binary Travel With @kennakief

How does travel differ for the LGBTQIA community? It&#39;s a question I&#39;ve long pondered and in this episode I get to chat to four excellent guests to hear about their thoughts and experiences on the matter.
First up, Debbie Clarke explains why she started a tour company focused on LGBT travellers, and why such a thing is necessary even in a country as progressive as New Zealand.
I then chat with Brent Harbinger and Michael Jensen, a gay couple who are digital nomads exploring the world and not boycotting a country even if there are homophobic laws or customs - and we have a great discussion about why.
Finally, I talk with my good mate, the Barefoot Backpacker, about their experiences as an asexual traveller and also - common thread throughout this episode - about why they think you shouldn&#39;t avoid a destination just because it has repressive policies.
Links:
<li>Debbie Clarke from the Good Awaits podcast - <a href="https://goodawaits.podbean.com/">https://goodawaits.podbean.com/</a> </li><li>Michael Jensen and Brent Hartinger from Brent and Michael are Going Places their newsletter - <a href="https://brentandmichaelaregoingplaces.substack.com/">https://brentandmichaelaregoingplaces.substack.com/</a> </li><li>Barefoot Backpacker from Travel Tales from Beyond the Brochure - <a href="https://barefoot-backpacker.com/category/podcast/">https://barefoot-backpacker.com/category/podcast/</a> </li><li>Post on all the pride flags - <a href="https://barefoot-backpacker.com/guide-to-pride-flags/">https://barefoot-backpacker.com/guide-to-pride-flags/</a></li><li>Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers</a></li><li>Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - <a href="https://notaballerina.com/linkedin">https://notaballerina.com/linkedin</a></li><li>Show notes: <a href="http://notaballerina.com/266">https://notaballerina.com/266</a></li>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

266 LGBTQIA Travel

Out Adventures is launching a new arm of tours created by and for lesbian, bisexual and transgender women. Brand Ambassadors Tanya Churchmuch and Iris Serbanescu introduce the venture and discuss the grand world of sapphic sojourns in this special extended episode. Buckle up!

Lesbian Travel, A Special Extended Episode

It shoudn&#39;t make a difference, of course, to your travel experience. How you identify, whether you&#39;re part of the LGBTQI&#43; community or not, shouldn&#39;t alter the way you see the world. The trouble, however, is that it does. It can determine where you choose to go, and what you choose to do. On today&#39;s episode, we&#39;re chatting to three travellers who know a thing or two about travel for the LGBTQI&#43; community to find out how to do it best.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Why travel is more difficult for the LGBTQI+ community

With Pride 2021 coming up next month, we take a look back at some of our past conversations with travelers from the LGBTQIA community, including Gabi and Shanna, of 27 Travels, Matt and Brad, of Hello Ranger, and trans advocates Kam Burns and Aria Sa’id. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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