Welcome to the GLCVB
The Gay & Lesbian Convention & Visitors Bureau (GLCVB) is a group of some of the most progressive and gay-friendly destinations in the world. GLCVB partners all have active outreach programs to welcome LGBT travellers as well as personnel policies that recognize the important roles their gay and lesbian employees play in promoting their destinations. Click on their logos below to learn more about each destination.
US Partners - Click the logo to learn more about each destination
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Canadian Partners - Click the logo to learn more about each destination
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European Partners - Click the logo to learn more about each destination
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Gay and Lesbian Meetings and Conventions
GLCVB partners welcome gay and lesbian groups, meetings and conventions. If you have a gay group, please consider holding your next meeting in one of our partner destinations. Each destination page contains links with contact information to plan an LGBT meeting. To learn more about the GLCVB, or if you would like information about being a GLCVB partner, contact David Paisley at CMI's San Francisco office.
Qualifications to become a GLCVB Partner (best practices)
In order to be a GLCVB Partner, your organization must meet the following qualifications:
The CVB, DMO or Tourism Office must have a non-discrimination policy that includes "sexual orientation."
The CVB, DMO or Tourism Office must treat heterosexual married couples and gay and lesbian domestic partners equally in their personnel policies.
The CVB, DMO or Tourism Office must provide diversity and sensitivity training to their employees.