International travel is recovering following the global economic slowdown of the past few years. Global international arrivals jumped 19 percent in 2024 over the prior year, largely due to a return in tourism travel.
Visiting countries with different cultural norms often comes with dangers for out LGBTQ+ travelers, especially in places where same-sex relations are illegal or even punishable by death.
The Equaldex LGBT Equality Index reveals that Europe scores significantly higher than Asia and the Middle East in LGBTQ+ rights, influencing the travel choices of out travelers.
Saudi Arabia scored 16 out of 100 on the Equaldex LGBT Equality Index, reflecting deep cultural opposition to LGBTQ+ rights, while Hong Kong and the UK exhibit varying degrees of legal recognition.
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