Lonely Planet The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide

The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide is a comprehensive and inclusive exploration of over 50 LGBTQ+ friendly destinations worldwide. Written by Queer, neurodivergent travel writer Alicia Valenski, this guide is designed to help LGBTQ+ travellers navigate the world with confidence, safety, and pride.

This beautifully designed coffee table book is more than just a list of Queer-friendly spots; it’s a collection of stories and firsthand insights gathered from LGBTQ+ locals who call these vibrant destinations home. These intimate interviews will bring readers closer to the heart of each location through authentic, personal experiences. Our contributors’ voices offer invaluable advice on where to stay, what to do, and how to connect with the local LGBTQ+ communities, offering a deeper, more meaningful travel experience.

Inside The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide:

• 50+ LGBTQ+ travel destinations around the world where the queer community can thrive outside of just Pride parades, including: The USA, South America, Europe, South Africa, Asia, Canada, and Australia
• Insider recommendations and travel tips from LGBTQ+ locals and tastemakers, highlighting queer-owned businesses and queer-friendly experiences
• Intimate interviews that bring readers into LGBTQ+ communities with honest, helpful insights for queer travellers planning to visit their hometowns
• Handy ‘Know Before You Go’ boxes for each destination, sharing details on the local languages, currency, Pride celebrations, and information on when to go
• Stunning photography and beautifully illustrated maps featuring colour-coded points of interest
• Additional LGBTQ+ travel hit list for travellers with specific interests that include adventure, art, family-friendly festivities, island escapes, trailblazing experiences
• Essential travel information for first-time and seasoned travellers, covering rights, practical safety tips, advice for emergencies, and more.

Click to find out more about The LGBTQ+ Travel Guide by Lonely Planet.

Releasing 1 February 2025

ISBN: 9781837582716
Format: Hardback, full colour, 240 pages
Dimensions: 247 x 192 mm | 7.56 x 9.72″
RRP: AUD $44.99 | NZD $44.99 

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