Proud Paths

Elle and Sandra are both out and proud gay women who have extensive travel experience both personally and professionally.

Through our work supporting LGBTQ+ travel with Destination Rainbow, we repeatedly heard the same question: ‘Do you run tours?’

While there are other gay and lesbian tour groups out there, we could not find one that embraced, fully welcomed and celebrated the diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. At the same time, we recognised a real gap in the market for adventurous, culturally immersive travel experiences designed specifically for LGBTQ+ travellers who want to explore the world alongside their community of like-minded people. So here we are proudly launching Proud Paths.

We believe travel should be meaningful, authentic, and responsible. Which is why we work with local female guides wherever possible, keep our groups small, and create authentic experiences that connect you with the heart and soul of each destination. Our tours are designed to immerse you in the culture, people, and stories that make a destination unique.

Every Proud Paths tour will include an LGBTQ+ connection. Whether that's exploring a city's LGBTQ+ neighbourhood, enjoying its vibrant nightlife, meeting inspiring members of the local community, or learning about LGBTQ+ culture and history, we ensure our travellers experience destinations through a uniquely inclusive lens.

Giving back is also an important part of what we do. Wherever possible, we incorporate opportunities to support local communities, from women's initiatives and social enterprises to independent artisans and craftspeople, helping ensure that tourism benefits the people who call these destinations home.

Our tours cater to a range of travel styles and budgets, but they are not backpacker trips. We carefully select characterful heritage properties, boutique hotels, and premium accommodation, often in the 4-star and 5-star category, to provide comfort, quality, and a memorable stay. Full accommodation details can be found within each individual tour itinerary.

And importantly, all of our bookings are 100% financially protected.