Did you know that Ontario, home of one of North America’s largest Pride celebrations, has been ranked among the most LGBTQ+-friendly travel destinations in the world?
Start your explorations in Toronto. Ontario’s capital is a bright and bustling centre of cosmopolitan life. It’s repeatedly voted one of the best places in the world to live and trust us, it’s equally enjoyable destination for LGBT+ travelers. Don’t believe us? Take it from the folks at TravelGay.com:
“Toronto is also a hive of multiculturalism and diversity, and foodies will enjoy the wide and varied options for dining and eating out, many of which can be found in the downtown area. Toronto’s gay scene is one of the most diverse and unique in the world and sets a global standard for how gay communities can preserve their culture whilst modernizing their identity.”
Then, take your explorations on the road! Ontario’s many diverse destinations offer many safe and inclusive experiences for hungry travelers. Look for the Rainbow Registered logo along the way to find yourself in the safest & most welcoming places! Rainbow Registered is a safe space accreditation program. It helps you identify businesses who have taken tangible steps towards being a safe destination for LGBT+ travelers.
Look for this logo in restaurants, at wineries and anywhere else you want to eat, stay and play in the province:
The Complete Guide to a Prince Edward County Mid-Week Escape
Fancy an escape to The County this summer but want to skip the crowds? We love that for you! This... Continue reading→
Tasting the Rainbow: A guide to 2SLGBTQIA+ Friendly Food in Ontario
Prince Edward County, Thunder Bay and Windsor Essex Pelee Island are all Rainbow-Registered tourism destinations with epic food scenes to discover this summer. Continue reading→
Prince Edward County
Ready to explore the benches, vineyards, and villages of the Niagara Escarpment with a blend of flavours and fun that’s all yours? Meet Niagara Benchlands. Continue reading→
Ontario’s Southwest
Combine the shorelines of Lake Erie, Lake Huron, and Lake St. Clair offering up world-class freshwater beaches, the rich biodiversity of the Carolinian Forest region with some of the most productive farmlands in the province creating a rapidly evolving wine and culinary scene and the friendliest communities on the planet and you get Ontario's Southwest! Continue reading→
Niagara Benchlands
Ready to explore the benches, vineyards, and villages of the Niagara Escarpment with a blend of flavours and fun that’s all yours? Meet Niagara Benchlands. Continue reading→
South Eastern Ontario
You might work up an appetite when travelling in South Eastern Ontario but you’ll never go hungry. This area is the home of culinary powerhouses like Kingston and Prince Edward County and authentic village fare from small towns along the way. Continue reading→
Windsor Essex
From Italian to Indian, Middle-eastern to Mexican, our region’s culinary offerings are as diverse as they are delicious. Guided by a “farm-to-fork” philosophy, our area restaurants and chefs are committed to using locally sourced and raised ingredients wherever possible. Continue reading→
Toronto
Globally inspired tastes characterize dining in cosmopolitan Toronto. From upscale gourmet to home-cooked comfort foods, savour the city’s culinary diversity within a rich blend of unique neighbourhoods. Continue reading→
In Ontario, there are +60 Rainbow Registered tourism businesses including gems like ADEGA WINE BAR INC., CURIOUS GOAT GENERAL STORE, ELMHIRST’S RESORT, TWISTED LEMON RESTAURANT, THE WALNUT GROVE BED & BREAKFAST, MIDLAND FOOD TOURS, and THE DRAKE HOTEL GROUP.
Looking for more tried and true recos? Check out the Rainbow Registered Travel Guides to Ontario!
- The Kingston Region by Maryam Siddiqi
- A New Look at Niagara by Maryam Siddiqi
- Steel Away in Hamilton by Liz Fleming
- Just Call it “The County” by Liz Fleming
Exploring the Region?
Here are a few great places to start.
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