LGBTQIA+ TRAVELLER
All of the travel obstacles and considerations for
LGBTQIA+ individuals
With a quarter of the countries worldwide still criminalising same-sex relationships and the penalty for those prosecuted often severe, travelling overseas requires additional planning and research for the LGBTQIA+ traveller. What countries are considered safe to travel to, what should I expect when I visit, and what it is like for people living there are among the questions many ask when planning a trip. By planning and understanding the risks, most trips will happen without any incidence or problems.
travel safety and information for the
LGBTQIA+ Community
All of the information you need when
travelling overseas
Gayther’s LGBTQIA+ travel guide takes the work out for you when planning a trip. With over 230 country guides and more than 600 states, provinces and regional guides covering the globe, you will find your next destination on Gayther with all the essential travel information you would expect from a travel guide, such as local languages spoken, currencies accepted and what types of plugs are used you will also find LGBTQIA+ specific information, useful phrases and terms and so much more.
DOWNLOADABLE TRAVEL GUIDES
Need a comprehensive travel guide that contains all the information you need when on the go? Gayther has 233 country guides, covering all of the countries and major territories around the world. Colourful and informative guides that you can store, share and print out to take with you on your travels
Discover all about the amazing LGBTQIA+ community, learn about the community and the various personal pronouns and use the interactive maps to discover countries that recognise same-sex marriages, unions, and so much more
Explore the LGBTQIA+ travel guides to some of the
most popular travel destinations
Gayther’s interactive world map helps you explore countries, but did you know you can learn interesting facts, statistics, and information about continents, as well as travel inspiration for every month of the year?
For the world and each continent, you will find travel ideas for every month of the year. Look for the symbol.
Take the travel destination quiz, which helps you find destinations based on characteristics and the month of the year you plan to travel.
Looking for somewhere with the least chance of rain or a preferred temperature range. The Gayther weather service tool provides climate and weather information for over 900 locations worldwide.
informative articles
exploring unique places
Stay up-to-date with all that is happening within the global LGBTQIA+ community. From the latest news to the articles covering all the main themes, subjects, and areas. All of the challenges many of the community face within their daily lives. Discover more about Gayther news and media today
Understanding how individual countries treat their
local LGBTQIA+ communiities
Each year, Gayther compiles a series of community indices that explore how each country around the world treats its local LGBTQIA+ community, indices that range from equality to same-sex marriage recognition, a simple and effective way of establishing a country’s legal position and treatment of the community.
Learn more about all of the unique and amazing groups that make up the LGBTQIA+ community with the pride in series
Learn all about gender and gender-neutral pronouns in English and seven other languages
Learn each year how individual countries and regions around the world are treating members of the LGBTQIA+ community
The LGBTQIA+ community has come a long way regarding equal treatment and legal recognition over the past 20 years. Today, many countries still classify same-sex relationships as illegal. The Gather LGBTQIA+ Equality Index is an annual index that is designed to help you discover more about individual countries and how well they treat members of the LGBTQIA+ community
Businesses, services and accommodation providers
that want you
If you are looking for a business, service or a place to stay when planning a trip, why not explore Gayther’s unique big directory? A directory that not only helps to showcase inclusive organisations but also helps highlight progressive practices. With over 1,000 categories, you can quickly find whatever you seek. With the LGBTQIA+ question set, you can establish practices and policies of an organisation concerning the community.
CALLING THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY
Do you work in the travel industry, a hotel, a tourist guide, or a tourism office? Did you know you can list your business or service for free with Gayther’s Big Directory?
Discover all the languages spoken worldwide, quickly establish what languages are spoken in what country and practical terms in the local languages.
There are over 24 unique time zones in the world, so learning what time it is in your chosen destination and helpful information when planning a trip
Gayther offers an extensive range of travel and general guides. Discover the available range and learn how they can help you plan an upcoming trip.
Average temperatures, rain and snowfall and easy-to-use illustrations relating to the
weather
Gayther’s unique climate and weather tool helps you search over 900 locations worldwide. Providing you with all the essential weather information from average temperatures in both Celsius and Fahrenheit, as well as weather terms in the local language, average rain and snowfall and high and low temperatures
You can quickly search over 900 unique weather locations using the weather tool. Discover the best time to travel to a specific area, when is the least chance of rain or when it might snow. Discover more about the Gayther Weather tool today
Medical support and healthcare
around the world
Discover the type of healthcare available in any country you plan to visit. Whether it offers universal healthcare, the availability of contraception, blood type demographics, availability of medical professionals and much more
DOWNLOADABLE HEALTHCARE GUIDES
When travelling overseas, it is vital to know the level of care a country offers, the availability of contraception, sexual health, who to call in an emergency and much more. Gayther’s informative and colourful downable healthcare guides are a must-have travel companion.
Knowing the local emergency telephone numbers is crucial, whether at home or abroad. The Gayther guide not only provides the various telephone numbers for the emergency services worldwide but also common phrases in the native language
When travelling, as a non-native speaker of a language or when you cannot speak, communicating how you think and feel to a medical practitioner can be challenging. The medical diagnosis interpreter, also known as the MDI, is a free click and point solution where you can use literal translations for up to 89 different languages
We all need help sometimes, and when we do, it is crucial to know where to get the right advice and support. There are millions of non-profit organisations, advice services, and support groups worldwide, services and solutions designed to help you in whatever you face. Search for support groups today
Thousands of airports, train stations, cruise ports and other popular
modes of transportation
Search through thousands of modes of transport worldwide and quickly plan how you will get around. Standard and enhanced listings, which cover all major airports, popular metro services and train systems, cruise ports and much more
DRIVING ON THE LEFT OR RIGHT
When driving overseas, it is important to establish whether a country drives on the left or right. From the direction and flow of traffic to any licence requirements, the Gayther driving information guide provides driving relating guides for every country around the world. Discover more about international driving with the Gayther Driving guide today
The big directory comprises fourteen groups and over one thousand categories, from travel accommodation to home maintenance
There are thousands of events taking place, it is not always easy to know what is going on and when, Gayther can help
The Care Providers and Services directory lists businesses and services that are inclusive and welcoming to all
There are millions of non-profit organisations, advice services, and support groups worldwide, all designed to help you
The RM Directory is designed to showcase organisations and services experienced in assisting those seeking refuge or relocating. Whether a refugee who is forced to leave home due to war or a migrant seeking out better living conditions, the RM Directory can help
learn more about
Gayther
We at Gayther are passionate about the LGBTQIA+ community and use our service to advocate for the many people worldwide. Working towards helping everyone, regardless of their gender or sexual identity, see and understand more about the diverse and unique individuals who form this exceptional community. A community made up of groups of people that have been around for thousands of years. It is the only group that truly represents every country, race, and religion and speaks every language across the globe.
Gayther is tailored towards the global community and works on the principle that no one is excluded. Regardless of their gender or sexual identity, everyone is welcome. Free to learn more about LGBTQIA+ history, the diverse community and its members and ultimately to bring people together, dispelling misinformation and mistrust.
Gayther...your community resource
Three dedicated websites offer various tools, services, guides, and much more. Free tools and services tailored toward all groups within the global LGBTQIA+ community
Discover more about the extensive tools, services and guides available on Gayther. From country and regional guides to LGBTQIA+ community resources, learn more about all that Gayther has to offer
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The information displayed on this page is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute advice. It is essential that before travelling that you independently establish information relating specifically to your requirements and circumstances. Though we endeavour to keep all information across the site updated, we do not guarantee the accuracy and completeness of any information displayed. The languages and terms featured on this page are literal translations and have not been validated or verified. The service is provided free of charge, and by using it, you accept that you are doing so at your own risk. This page may contain external links to third party websites; Gayther provides these links for your convenience and does not endorse, warrant or recommend any particular products or services. By clicking on any external links, you will leave Gayther and be taken to the third-party website, which you do so at your own risk and by accessing the site, you will be required to comply with the external third party’s terms and conditions of use and privacy policies
