Bisexual Visibility Day: Travel Tips For Bisexual Community

The Bisexual Flag was designed in 1998 by activist Michael Page

Happy Bisexual Day! This day started being celebrated throughout the world on September 23, 1999 and has been recognized every year on this day.

As a bisexual, cisgender woman, I'm proud to celebrate this day of love and acceptance with some travel tips for my fellow community:

The goal of Bi Visibility Day is to raise awareness and challenge status quo

Bisexual Visibility Day Facts

According to The Trevor Project, bisexuality is a sexual orientation people identify as forming attraction and/or relationships to more than 1 gender.

This special day was started by 3 bisexual activists: Wendy Curry, Michael Page and Gigi Raven Wilbur.

When first celebrated in 1999, it was marked in the USA, South Africa, UK, Japan and Canada, since then it has grown to over 30 countries!

In 2024, it is anticipated there will be over 250 events throughout the world ranging from exhibitions, discussions, movie screenings, picnics and socials!

Names that honor this day:

Bisexual Pride Bi Visibility Day

Bisexual Day

Related days of celebration include:

Pan Visibility Day on 24th of May

Omni Visibility Day on 6th of July

Polysexual & Polyromantic Visibility Day on 26th of July

Progress has been made for bisexual community in travel, but there's still a lot to do

Bisexual Travel Truths & Tips

Some challenges bisexual travelers can experience include stereotypes about indecisiveness or experimenting from within and outside the LGBBTQ+ community.

In LGBTQ travel marketing and representation, bisexuality is commonly invisible on a global scale.

While traveling alone, some bisexual people hide their sexuality to ensure safety.

A suggestion is to connect with community such as searching online platforms such as LGBTQIA+ Facebook groups, Meetup or Reddit.

Support Bisexual and LGBTQIA+ welcoming shops and neighborhoods during your travels.

Research and plan a holiday around a Pride event such as Nonbinary Awareness Week the week of July 14 or LGBTQ History Month in October.

Le Marais is a LGBTQ welcoming district in Paris.

Bisexual Hot Destinations

San Francisco, USA: There is no place like "The City" SF is a legend for its LGBTQ advocacy and welcomeness

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil: Celebrate the Rio Carnaval from the 28th of February to 8th of March 2025

Soho, London: A trendy neighborhood in London, Soho is well known for its LGBTQ activities such as shops, restaurants, bars, theatre and lively attractions

Taipei, Taiwan: The first place in Asia to legalize same sex marriage, Taipei holds their annual Pride event in October.

Paris, France: In the "City of Lights" you'll find Le Marais, a vibrant district welcoming to LGBTQIA+ as well as thriving Jewish neighborhood.

Throwback getting ready for SF Pride - Every day is Pride Day

Bisexual Travel Resources

International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA): The IGLTA is considered the world's leading network of LGBTQIA+-welcoming tourism businesses providing complimentary resources and information such as travel guides, events, accommodations throughout the world.

Queer In The World: With over 200 city guides available, Queer In The World also provides lifestyle resources including queer cinema, dating and real estate.

OutCoast: A LGBTQ+ travel blog focused on Florida, USA with Pride events, directory and resources.

Purple Roofs: This inclusive travel directory was started by husbands Mark and Scott who also have a Bisexual Travel Club Facebook group.