At GayTravel.com, we launched our first Let's get OUT there!SM initiative in 2016 as a means to rally the community and show our solidarity with the Pulse Nightclub victims. We can't help but feel inspired and proud in 2021 when we witness Richard Branson, Founder of Virgin Galactic's most recent historic achievement of flying the LGBTQ flag onboard VSS Unity, the first commercial suborbital flight, in memory of the Pulse Nightclub Victims. All we can say is "WOW!" https://www.instagram.com/p/CRNWjAkor-v/
Richard Branson has always been an LGBTQ+ ally. Not only is he a space pioneer, but he is a true pioneer of diversity and inclusion, especially within the hospitality and travel industry. Our mission at GayTravel.com is aligned with Richard Branson's as we strive to help gay travelers navigate the "straights" of our world while encouraging businesses and countries to be more welcoming and inclusive. For gay travelers and like-minded hospitality providers, the future is bright. We optimistically believe people will become more tolerant, empathetic, and understanding of themselves and each other in the future. So Let's get OUT there! everyone and show the world how LGBTQ+ travelers will lead the way!
For a little nostalgia, enjoy this Virgin Holidays video released in 2017: "What if we treated straight couples like gay couples on holiday."
Cover Photo Credit: GayNation Richard Branson wears rainbow flag pin into space (YouTube)
