Are you a travel agent looking for some unique LGBT+ trip opportunities for your clients?
In case you don't know us already, we're David and Auston, but you can call us Two Bad Tourists. We started this blog as a resource for LGBT+ travelers featuring international gay-friendly destinations, festivals and events. We aim to inspire LGBT+ people to explore the world wherever they might want to go, while offering travel tips and advice we've picked up after 10 years on the road. In addition to being professional bloggers for nearly a decade, we're also ASTA and IGLTA members as well as an IATA Accredited agency. Since 2018, we've hosted our own trips to Greece and Croatia and we added Spain to the mix in 2022. And that's where you come in! By helping us promote and sell these trips to your clients, we'll pay you an 8%-10% commission on bookings for client referrals.
While all our destinations are incredibly different, each country offers amazing travel opportunities. Greece and Italy are amazing for sailing, Spain is laid back and gay-friendly and France is world-renowned and classic. We personally host our group trips plus we offer pre-tour add-ons to extend your clients' trips.
Want to learn more? Check out the three trips below and let us know if you're interested in working together to promote these incredible destinations to your clients. If you're interested in collaborating, you can contact us here and we'll get back in touch.
Gay Group Tour of Barcelona and Sitges
Dates: May 9-15, 2024
Destination/Route: Barcelona and Sitges, Spain
Trip Type: Gay group trip (15-20 guests)
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: $2,295 per person.
Commission: 10% on the total base price of the trip. Base price excludes optional add-ons like the single supplement or extra room nights.
Spain is an amazing destination and it's one of the most progressive places in the world for the LGBT+ community. We've partnered with The Queer Travel who helped assemble the itinerary of this gay Spain group tour and will manage the reservations as well as all the on-the-ground logistics. This will be an awesome gay group trip so your clients can come with a friend, that special someone or even come alone. In fact, many guests on our hosted trips are solo travelers so they won't be alone and they can make new friends while we explore together. Spain is famous around the world for its cultural traditions, great beaches, history and welcoming atmosphere. As the third country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage back in 2005, it’s no surprise that Spain is welcoming to the LGBT+ community. For the 2nd year, we'll be the hosts on this incredible trip to Barcelona and Sitges where you can tickle your imagination with images of flamenco dancers in the night, sounds of wine glasses clashing amongst Spanish banter, infinite tapas landing on your table and the sea breeze lightly brushing your skin as the water crashes onto the coast. The Spaniards live with passion and a thirst for life. Open your heart, mind and drink it in. Let us show you the magic of this amazing destination.
Gay Group Tour of Madrid, Toledo & Segovia
Dates: September 13-19, 2024
Destination/Route: Madrid, Toledo & Segovia, Spain
Trip Type: Gay group trip (10-20 guests)
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: $2,195 per person.
Commission: 10% on the total base price of the trip. Base price excludes optional add-ons like the single supplement or extra room nights.
Madrid is perhaps not as well known of a gay destination as its Catalan sister in the northeast, Barcelona. But the truth is that Madrid is a bigger city with more offerings from a nightlife perspective and many LGBT+ oriented events throughout the year. There are very few cities in the world that offer the same kind of welcome to LGBT+ residents and visitors. Madrid is a fantastic destination especially if you enjoy local neighborhoods, art, the gay scene, nightlife and beautiful weather. After exploring the capital city for several days, we'll later head out on day trips to both Toledo and Segovia, which are both just an hour's drive from Madrid. Toledo is a medieval town that was once the capital of Spain before the Royal family moved the capital to Madrid in the 1500's. Segovia is another famous town nearby known for its Roman aqueduct as well as the fairytale-style castle. We'll spend the days exploring these medieval towns through their curving alleyways, cultural museums and historic monuments. We'll be your hosts on this incredible trip to Madrid with day trips to Toledo & Segovia from September 13-19, 2024.
Gay Group Tour of Greece & Croatia on Virgin Voyages by Two Bad Tourists
Dates: June 16-23, 2024
Destination/Route: Athens, Dubrovnik, Split, Kotor & Corfu
Type: Large cruise ship
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: Varies by cabin type but starts from US$1,500 per person. €750 per person Athens pre-tour. Commission: 8% on the total base price of the trip for the cruise and pre-tour of Athens.
Sail from Athens to the most idyllic destinations including in Greece, Croatia and Montenegro. Virgin Voyages is a new, adults-only cruise line that launched in 2021. Even though we will be on a big ship with other people, our small gay group will have the chance to participate in exclusive group dinners, shore excursions, private cocktail parties, onboard activities, and more. Virgin offers a travel experience tailored to the modern LGBT+ traveler, where there are no surprises. Enjoy amenities like free WiFi and dining options that don't involve large buffets or hectic dining rooms – plus peace of mind on all billing with no hidden costs since all gratuities are included. Even drag queens are on board to entertain the gays and straights alike.
Gay Group Tour of Spain, France & Italy on Virgin Voyages
Dates: October 20-27, 2024
Destination/Route: Barcelona, Toulon, Marina di Carrara, Ajaccio & Ibiza.
Type: Large cruise ship
Hosted by: Two Bad Tourists, yep that’s us!
Base Price: Varies by cabin type but starts from US$1,500 per person. €1,095 per person Barcelona pre-tour. Commission: 8% on the total base price of the trip for the cruise and pre-tour of Barcelona.
Join us as we host a gay group trip on Virgin Voyages next year from October 20-27, 2024. The 7-night cruise is a round-trip departure from Barcelona and we will visit some amazing ports of call. Virgin Voyages is a brand new, adults-only cruise line that just started sailing in 2021. Although we will be joining a large ship with other guests, our small gay group trip will offer daily group dinners together, group shore excursions, private cocktail parties, group activities and more! Virgin Voyages is one of the most LGBT+ friendly travel brands on the market and their new concept also changes everything you know about cruising….no more buffets or large dining halls, free WiFi, and there are no hidden fees since gratuity/tips are already included. These are just a few of the cool benefits you can expect, plus drag queen bingo, nighttime parties and many extra surprises. As usual on our gay group trip, friends, couples and solo travelers are welcome. In fact, nearly 2/3 of our bookings on this cruise are solo travelers so far!
Are you interested in offering these trips to your travel clients? If so, please contact us here and we'll get back in touch. We can support your marketing efforts by offering images, video and text to help market the trip via your sales channels.
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