Explore Inclusive Travel Resources
A curated collection of guides, tools, and research to foster diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in travel for individuals and organizations.
Empowering Your DEI Jourey
We have curated a collection of tools, research, and guides to support individuals and organizations working to make travel more welcoming for people of all backgrounds and identities.
From diversity and inclusion to accessibility, LGBTQ+ travel, and workforce development, explore resources designed to inform and empower your DEI journey.
Diversity & Inclusion
Guides and research exploring diversity, equity, and inclusion in travel and tourism.
Research
Data and studies examining the experiences of diverse travelers.
LGBTQ+ Travel
Resources supporting inclusive travel experiences for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Accessibility
Tools and guides for travelers and organizations working toward accessible tourism.
Diversity & Inclusion
Explore organizations and initiatives advancing diversity and inclusion across the travel industry and beyond.
Outdoor Writers Association of America
Resources focused on supporting diversity in outdoor storytelling and travel writing.
Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
Guides and insights for organizations working to strengthen diversity and inclusion in local communities.
Diversity in Adventure Travel
This research explores the travel experiences, motivations, and barriers faced by U.S. travelers of color. The findings help organizations better understand how to create inclusive travel experiences and expand opportunities for underrepresented travelers.
Diversity Abroad
Destination guides and resources for students from diverse backgrounds studying abroad.
Diversity & Inclusion Abroad
Resources supporting inclusive study abroad programs from California State University – Chico
LGBTQ+ Travel Resources
International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA)
Provides travel guides, LGBTQ-friendly travel suppliers, blogs, and events.
International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA)
Offers global resources, reports, and an interactive map of sexual orientation laws.
LGBT Student Guide for Education Abroad – University of South Florida
Guidance for LGBTQ+ students studying abroad.
Equaldex
A visual map showing LGBTQ+ rights and laws around the world.
Nomadic Boys
A travel blog with destination guides, interviews, and stories from LGBTQ+ travelers.
GoAbroad LGBTQ Study Abroad Guide
A helpful resource for students and travelers seeking inclusive international experiences.
Resources for Women Travelers
Her Own Way – Safe Travel Guide for Women
A comprehensive travel safety guide published by the Government of Canada that provides advice for women traveling internationally.
Anti-Discrimination Resources
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
The EEOC enforces federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
Resources for Individual Travelers
Nomadic Matt – Getting Started with Travel
Practical travel advice for beginners, including budgeting, destinations, and planning tips.
Expert Vagabond – Travel Jobs Guide
A guide outlining 33 different jobs you can do while traveling.
Hostelling International Travel Scholarships
Explore the World and Explore America scholarships help fund travel experiences that include educational or service components.
Responsible Travel Tips – CREST
A downloadable guide with tips for traveling responsibly and sustainably.
Resources for Organizations
Open to All
A coalition of more than 200 nonprofit organizations providing tools to help businesses create welcoming environments for all customers.
How to Increase Workplace Diversity – Wall Street Journal
Insights and strategies for improving diversity in the workplace.
Cultural Intelligence: The Essential Intelligence for the 21st Century
A guide from the Cultural Intelligence Center exploring how cultural awareness strengthens organizations.
Three Reasons Why Diverse Teams Outperform Homogenous Teams
An article by Caterina Bulgarella examining the benefits of diverse teams.
The Future is Genderless – Billy Kolber
Key insights from a TED-style talk delivered at the IGLTA Global Convention.
Accessibility & Disability Resources
Traveling During the COVID-19 Pandemic with Disabilities
Tips and guidance for accessible travel during health emergencies.
Travelers with Disabilities – Wikivoyage
Advice for planning accessible travel.
Study Abroad Orientation for Students with Disabilities
Resources from the University of Minnesota.
Disabled Travel – Tips and Advice
Guidance for navigating travel with disabilities.
Traveling with a Disability – CDC
Travel recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control.
Planning Travel with a Mental Health Condition
Guidance from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Vocational Rehabilitation Organizations
This directory connects individuals with state vocational rehabilitation agencies that provide employment support and career services for people with disabilities.
Northeast
- Connecticut – Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services
- Maine – Maine Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Massachusetts – Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
- New Hampshire – New Hampshire Vocational Rehabilitation
- New Jersey – New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- New York – New York Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation
- Pennsylvania – Pennsylvania Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Rhode Island – Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services
- Vermont – Vermont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
South
- Alabama – Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
- Arkansas – Arkansas Rehabilitation Services
- Delaware – Delaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- District of Columbia – District of Columbia Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Florida – Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Georgia – Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
- Kentucky – Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Louisiana – Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
- Maryland – Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Service
- Mississippi – Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services
- North Carolina – North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Oklahoma – Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services
- South Carolina – South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation
- Tennessee – Tennessee Vocational Rehabilitation
- Texas – Texas Workforce Solutions
- Virginia – Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitation Services
- West Virginia – West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services
Midwest
- Illinois – Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services
- Indiana – Indiana Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services
- Iowa – Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Kansas – Kansas Vocational Rehabilitation
- Michigan – Michigan Rehabilitation Services
- Minnesota – Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- Missouri – Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation
- Nebraska – Nebraska Vocational Rehabilitation
- North Dakota – North Dakota Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Ohio – Ohio Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
- South Dakota – South Dakota Division of Rehabilitation Services
- Wisconsin – Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
West
- Alaska – Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Arizona – Arizona Rehabilitation Services
- California – California Department of Rehabilitation
- Colorado – Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Hawaii – Hawaii Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Idaho – Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Montana – Montana Vocational Rehabilitation and Blind Services
- Nevada – Nevada Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation
- New Mexico – New Mexico Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Oregon – Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation
- Utah – Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
- Washington – Washington Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
- Wyoming – Wyoming Department of Workforce Services