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13th Gay & Lesbian World Travel Expo

Presented by The Out Traveler and American Airlines

Gay Travel Expo Series Expands to Include Seattle, Orlando and Montreal!

Scores of travel exhibitors from around the world are expected at the Gay & Lesbian World Travel Expo series in seven cities across North America this year, demonstrating an industry segment that has not only survived economic challenges, but has thrived.

"In today's very uncertain travel industry, gay tourism is again attracting attention as one of the most viable and resilient markets," said David Paisley, Production Manager of the Gay & Lesbian World Travel Expo division of Community Marketing, Inc.

Attendees have the opportunity to meet exhibitors from gay travel companies such as Atlantis Events and RSVP, popular gay-friendly destinations such as Montreal, Palm Springs and Switzerland, plus airlines, cruise lines, hotels, rental car companies, gay-friendly tour operators, travel agencies and more during the exciting 4-hour gay world tour.

"We're delighted with our 2005 Expo schedule. By scheduling Expos during events such as Black and Blue in Montreal and Orlando’s big gay event in June, people that live in smaller cities and rural areas will have a chance to see just what the world of gay travel has to offer." Paisley said, "Our goal is to bring a rich, fun, educational opportunity to gay and lesbian travelers, and the National AIDS/HIV Nightline raffle gives something back to our community."

Sponsors of the 2005 series include The Out Traveler, American Airlines, and TAG (the Travel Alternatives Group).

The Gay & Lesbian World Travel Expo series will visit seven cities across North America in 2005.   See below for the schedule:

Seattle:  March 22
West Hollywood:  March 24
Philadelphia:  April 20
New York City:  April 21
Orlando:  June 3
San Francisco:  September 15
Montreal:  October 6

Admission $5

100% of raffle ticket proceeds benefit the National AIDS/HIV Nightline

http://www.gaytravelnews.com/expo

Edited by Marilyn Miller

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