Whether it’s pushing for representation or increased diversity, these activists are paving the way for a more inclusive travel industry.
A few years ago, a quick Google search of the word “travel” resulted in nothing but images of white faces. The blonde woman wearing a long dress on the edge of a mountain, the picture-perfect white family on a cruise, and a cute cis couple holding hands on a beach are all examples of photos you’d see in marketing and travel publications. In actuality, people of all races, families of all sizes, and couples of all genders and physical abilities have been traveling the world.
Luckily, the face of travel is changing thanks to activists, advocates, and thought leaders who are doing the work to help diversify the travel landscape. The economic impact of diverse travelers is undeniable—data from MMGY Global and nonprofit Travel Unity show that Hispanic Travelers Spent $113.9 Billion on Domestic Travel in 2019 alone. Slowly, HR and Marketing…