Atlanta continues to receive national recognition as a top U.S. gay travel destination. In August, Gaytravel.com listed Atlanta as one of the “Top 10 Gayest Cities in the South.” In June, Passport Magazine recognized Atlanta as a “Great Destination for Gay Families,” citing venues like the Georgia Aquarium, Stone Mountain Park and the Center for Puppetry Arts as ideal stops on a visiting family’s itinerary.

“Atlanta continues to receive recognition as the world’s most welcoming city,” said William Pate, president and CEO, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau. “The LGBT community is a very important travel segment for our city, and we offer a variety of events and promotions to encourage LGBT travelers to make a visit to Atlanta.”

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According to a study by the UK’s guide to gay friendly getaways, Les Deux Messieurs, a welcoming hotel staff is essential for LGBT travelers.

Conducted by Out Now consulting, 92 percent of respondents from the UK and the US said the staff was crucial for deciding where to stay. Like their straight counterparts, LGBT couples want to feel comfortable.

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