Enjoyed catching up with the folks at OUT NW on #LGBTQtravel
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@departuresxdean
LGBTQ Travel curator / consultant βοΈ π³οΈβπ π³οΈββ§οΈ Founder and Executive Producer of the 2010 Pride House at the Vancouver Olympic Winter Games, 2015 Vancouver FIFA Women's World Cup Diversity Workshop Facilitator https://linktr.ee/departuresxdean
Enjoyed catching up with the folks at OUT NW on #LGBTQtravel
outnw.com/queer-travel...
Escaped Tokyoβs city buzz for a countryside adventure πΏβ©οΈ
β¨ Explored the serene Daihiganji Temple in Akiruno
π± Devoured a 16-course kaiseki feast at Kurochaya
π Rode a monorail to 750m views in Hinohara-mura
Hidden gems, historic vibes & haute cuisine = perfect day! π―π΅ #TokyoOffTheBeatenPath #JPN
200 meters underground lies one of Colombiaβs greatest wonders: the #SaltCathedral of #ZipaquirΓ‘ βͺπ§ A church carved entirely from salt, with the worldβs largest underground cross π± Faith, art, and geology collide in the most epic way.
#ColombiaTravel #BucketList #HiddenGem #UndergroundWonder
π° A golden king. A sacred lake. A legend that drove centuries of obsession.
#ElDorado wasnβt just a cityβit started with a #Muisca ruler diving into #LakeGuatavita covered in gold dust, while his people tossed jewels into the water.
The myth? π₯ The mystery? Still glimmering. π¨π΄
#ElDorado #Colombia
Pack your bags, not your fears, Honey! Let's get our Kiki on... Canada, Iceland, Malta, Portugal and Spain sleigh DEI and their warm welcoming hospitality π³οΈβππ³οΈββ§οΈ π©οΈ www.departuresxdean.com/post/gay-tra...
#GayTravelindex2025 #GayTravel #LGBTQTravel #TravelTips
MCDAVID in OVERTIME wins 4 Nations Face-Off for CANADA π¨π¦π₯π₯³ youtu.be/EsjuRcZqK8I?siβ¦ via @YouTube
What an amazing experience in Singapore πΈπ¬ #PanicRoom #barber hair & scalp treatment. #traveltip #singapore #haircare
Hello from Singapore! πΈπ¬ π bye bye Meta (FB/IG) sorry our shared values are no longer align. You can follow me here! #travel #madeInCANADA
Embarking on PONANT expedition crown jewel Le Commandant Charcot was nothing short of extraordinary
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Hereβs how PONANT is charting a bold new path for polar expeditions.
www.departuresxdean.com/post/breakin...
#LeadershipInTravel #Innovation #PolarExploration #WinterCruising #LeCommandantCharcot
10cm of snow in Vancouverβs Yaletown Ruler showing depth of snow
Wide angle shot of 10cm accumulation in Vancouverβs Yaletown Ruler showing depth of snow
Screenshot of snow weather advisory for Vancouver
An early morning view of Vancouverβs Yaletown with heavy snow falling
Yikes 10cm of snow in Yaletown! π³π₯ΆβοΈ #vancouver #snowday #weather
Best IG take over at the Golden Globes goes toβ¦. #united
www.instagram.com/p/DEh_pG0Jxj...
#luxtravel #goldenglobes
Vancouver is so pretty on a blue bird kind of day. The sea fog slowly caressing the cityβs skyline.
#vancity #vancouvervibes #sunrise
Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy, and safe Holiday π Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah ππποΈ
Happy Holidays Ariane βοΈβοΈ
Itβs a busy day at YVR - holiday travel is in full swing. Thankfully having lounge access to escape some of the crazy is one perk I treasure most. #holidayTravel #yvr #airportlounge
As holiday travel amps up, here is a great article to remind you of what NOT to fly with.
Safe travels #traveltips #travelsmarter
Glowing fractal hot air balloon with silhouetted spectators
The balloon glow is a special form of performance art, and when you have a luminous art balloon and thousands of delighted spectators, it is absolutely magical! Huge thanks to @newmexiconomad.com for capturing and sharing this moment from Gallup NM last weekend! #ArtAdventCalendar
Love this analogy...
Yes... more high speed rapid transit is needed less cars
Hokkaido is such a warm and welcoming destination. Check out my trip report on this charming Japanese island
www.departuresxdean.com/post/hokkaid...
π Loved learning about the Ainu people - similar to the Canadian Inuit
β¨οΈ Loved rejuvenating in the hot springs
#ainu #onsen #Hokkaido #GayTravel
Always π
Don't make me tap the sign
Appleβs quest to overcome βAI hallucinationsβ interesting article
So, I guess itβs time to break the seal on this here platform. In short, I was in #Lithuania and #Vilnius a couple of months ago. Lo and behold, here are a few words: www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/desti...
UNAIDS report shows that upholding human rights is vital for ending the AIDS pandemic www.unaids.org/sites/defaul...
Looking to be a digital nomad or retired? Virgin Voyages have just launched their 365-day Voyage Pass where you can take to the high seas for an entire year! βοΈ Click below. Interested in this voyage? DM me for extra perks π
www.virginvoyages.com/cruises/year... #travel #worldCruise #CruiseLife
#GivingTuesday: Every night in Metro Vancouver, 500β1,000 young people donβt have a place to sleep. Vulnerable and at-risk youth face many barriers, as they navigate support systems that are designed for adults. Your donation to Covenant House Vancouver this month will be triple matched:
TODAY is #GivingTuesday the πβs largest generosity movement.
βDonatingβ takes many forms: you can donate financially, volunteer your time or simply pass along info via an online post.
Today we highlight #QMUNITY helping raise $20K to expand their food security program. qmunity.ca/take-action/...
Castle in Osaka
#osaka #osakacastle #castle #japanesecastle #japan #japantravel #japantrip #travel #trip
kuokoaday.com/castle-in-os...
ICYMI - #TurkeyDinner hack just in time for #Christmas #TheTastyTrail π
So came across a Migration of elephants πππ
On #MiamiBeach π³
π΄ Can you feel it? #ArtBaselMiamiBeach is approaching fast! Get your tickets ahead of the public opening on December 6: bit.ly/4euZROg
#gayTravel #travel