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Booking.com Reveals the Challenges LGBTQ+ Travelers Still Face

2022-06-07 by Argophilia Travel News

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More than 10,000 properties globally are now being recognized for their inclusive hospitality efforts with a Travel Proud badge on Booking.com

Tags: alternative lifestyles, Booking.com, gay, Gay and Lesbian, lesbian, LGBT, LGBTQ+, research, travel research

Gay European Tourism Association (GETA) Taps Grayling for PR

2014-08-08 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Organized back in 2011, GETA promotes gay travel across Europe. The organization has announced having named Grayling as their PR agency of record (AOR). According to the news from PR Week, the Grayling agency will support Gaywelcome, promote GETA globally, and advertise across social media and elsewhere for businesses wanting to reach LGBT tourists.

Tags: Carlos Kytka, gay, gay PR, gay travel, GayWelcome, LGBT, LGBT pr

Our Segregated Travel Marketing: Putting “You” in Your Travel Place

2013-03-08 by Phil Butler

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What about those gay and lesbian travelers? What do women really want? Is travel a man’s world? Is travel all business class and no play? Aren’t you about ready to break free of the bonds of cliche niches? I am. There’s so much targeted marketing going on out there in hospitality land, we’re surprised more people have not noticed the laser sighting scanning their prone suntanned bodies. Look at what just this week’s news reveals about you as a “niche” rather than YOU the person.

Tags: gay, lesbian, retired, sales targets, segregation, targeting, tourism marketing, travel marketing, travel niche, travel sales, women

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Google Begins 3D Mapping of Crete to Update Maps and Street View

2026-02-04 By Kostas Raptis

Google will carry out 3D mapping across Crete from February to November 2026 to update Google Maps and Street View, with privacy safeguards in place.

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The Train Fantasy: How to Save Crete by Cutting It in Half

2026-02-04 By Kostas Raptis

Local authorities in Crete renew calls for a railway system linked to the new Kastelli airport, sparking debate over feasibility, environment, and long-term impact.

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Crete Celebrates Wild Greens With Hands-On Gastronomy Actions in Chania

2026-02-04 By Mihaela Lica Butler

The Region of Crete launches a series of experiential activities across Chania to celebrate wild edible greens, a core element of Cretan culinary tradition, as part of Gastronomy 2026.

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Carnival of Phaistos Municipality Returns to Tympaki on February 22

2026-02-04 By Argophilia Travel News

The Municipality of Phaistos invites locals and visitors to the Tympaki Carnival on February 22 for a festive parade, music, and celebrations.

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Breaking News: People Actually Want Jobs, and They Showed Up for Them in Heraklion

2026-02-04 By Iorgos Pappas

The Tourism Career Day by kariera.gr in Heraklion attracted record participation, with hundreds of candidates and thousands of interviews, highlighting strong interest in tourism jobs.

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