Become confident with LGBTQ+ holidays with Kuoni

Travelling is one of the most liberating experiences we can have but for LGBTQ+ travellers, a little more consideration is needed to ensure they have an adventure to remember. With attitudes to LGBTQIA+ travellers differing wildly depending on where you are in the world, it can be tricky to be completely confident when it comes to suggesting appropriate destinations to your clients. But as we celebrate Pride Month in the UK this June, it’s a great time to showcase Kuoni’s pledge to inclusivity and diversity when it comes to delivering incredible travel experiences – no matter what kind of travellers your clients are.

 

The Kuoni Promise

Underpinning the tour operator’s commitment is its Kuoni Promise, a mantra that lays bare its passion for crafting exceptional travel moments for every kind of customer. It not only recognises the rich mix of customers they have but the tapestry of travellers out there that all deserve those ‘wow’ moments too. Kuoni’s managing director Mark Duguid, who was named one of Attitude Magazine’s 101 LGBTQ+ Trailblazers of the Year for 2025, said: “We have always been committed to inclusivity and ensuring that every traveller feels safe, valued and celebrated. We want to work with our trade partners to champion change, inspiring confidence within the LGBTQ+ community that they can trust Kuoni to provide exceptional service, inclusive experiences and expert guidance at every step of their holiday experience.”

 

Kuoni’s expertise in handling LGBTQ+ holidays is underpinned by the Kuoni Promise

 

Of course, it’s one thing saying it and another when it comes to putting it into practise. But Kuoni does so, offering full training to its staff so there’s a rich wealth of in-house knowledge around LGBTQ+ holidays. With Kuoni, the travel arrangements are just the beginning and staff learning how to create welcoming environments for their clients and it’s this kind of expertise they can pass on to you so you feel more empowered and tooled up when speaking to your own clients.

 

Finger on the pulse

Kuoni has been at the forefront LGBTQ+ holiday planning for more than a decade. The company first introduced dedicated LGBTQ+ experts in 2015, before partnering with the charity Mind in 2019 to better offer support to colleagues within the LGBTQIA+ community suffering from mental health issues. The same year Kuoni set up its Stay Proud initiative, an employee network that boosts the support it gives to clients via its staff.

 

Bali is a popular destination with LGBTQ+ travellers

 

This growing dedication to supporting the LGBTQ+ community means Kuoni is always aware of not only the small details that make a LGBTQ+ trip special but are also on it when it comes to keeping on top of an ever-changing global landscape when it comes to where’s safe (and where’s not) for them.

 

Many LGBTQIA+ holiday trends are not too dissimilar to what other travellers are seeking, with twin-centre honeymoons, exclusive getaways and experience-laden adventures proving popular. Trade Partnerships Manager Adam Morris said: “At Kuoni, inclusion is part of our journey – it’s built into the ethos of how we work and travel. We’re committed to creating welcoming experiences for everyone through thoughtful staff training and inclusive travel planning. We believe every traveller should explore the world with pride, comfort, and confidence.”

 

Popular LGBTQ+ destinations include European hotspots like Greece and Italy, while tropical getaways in Thailand and Bali are often at the top of traveller wish lists. But even places where same-sex relationships are not condoned are drawing the attention of LGBTQ+ travellers, including the Maldives, Dubai, the Caribbean and East Africa. When it comes to these destinations, your clients might already have an idea of where they’d like to go from their own research but they’ll also be relying on the expertise that Kuoni can provide you that you can pass onto your own clients.

 

Tap into Kuoni’s knowledge to help your LGBTQ+ clients

 

The travel landscape never stays still for long, so it’s great to see destinations like Barbados, Antigua & Barbuda and Singapore become safer options as they’ve all repealed anti-gay legislation in the last decade.With the knowledge, know-how and experience that Kuoni has within its team, they’re the ideal allies when it comes to crafting incredible LGBTQ+ holidays for your clients.

 

For LGBTQ+ holiday inspiration for your clients, visit Kuoni’s website. To get a quote or make a booking, call our agent priority line on 0800 294 9727 or visit here for more information about working with Kuoni. Follow Kuoni Agents on Facebook for LGBTQ+ offers and recommendations throughout June.