Editorials
Written by the people who plan the trips
Exploring Milan and Lake Como
Luke Harris and his fiance Alex Booth took a trip with OutOfOffice.com to Milan and Lake Como and discovered a 'visually stunning' destination with culture, history and architecture aplenty as well as exquisite food and wine which have come to define the region of Lombardy.
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LGBT Adoption and Fostering Week: The reality of fostering
This week is LGBT Adoption and Fostering week in the UK. We met with two foster families to find out how they came to be foster carers as well as the difficulties they encounter when travelling as a family. Darren Sharpe and Jamie Lewton both share their experiences of the fostering process and the joy they've felt by having their own family.
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Five globe-trotting LGBT films
BFI Flare is the UK's biggest LGBT film festival, bringing exciting new LGBT cinema from across the at BFI Southbank in London. This year the festival is celebrating its 30th year with twelve days of queer films and fun. Here are five of our festival picks, each giving a unique window into LGBT lives across the globe. Explore the full programme over at the BFI website.
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The law vs. reality: Where it’s illegal to be gay
In over seventy countries around the world, being gay is illegal. Even laws supporting gay relationships don't necessarily mean the LGBT community are free to enjoy themselves without any concerns. For this reason, it's vital for you to be aware of the laws of some of the countries you might be longing to explore. It's why every page on our site includes detailed and up-to-date information on the law in each country.
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The Other Greek Islands
Most people could respond in seconds when asked to name Greece's party islands and Mykonos is undoubtedly known as the best gay island in Greece. Likewise, they could probably tell you what they think is the 'best' place for views; the one that has been photographed the most.
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Where would you go if you had a private jet?
Every travel lover has that daydream that involves clicking your fingers and being transported to an unnamed paradise. You're fanned, fed grapes, you run along a pebble-less beach in slow motion. For the slightly more rational dreamers, a private jet materialises with the promise to take you anywhere. Instead of being swept to an unnamed hazy destination, you can replace it with one of these...
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Ibiza: Where’s en vogue this summer?
Slowly, quietly, gradually, Ibiza's reputation has been changing. Of course, it's still ultimately the party island. Beaches are strewn with recuperating hordes of people just trying to get the ringing in their ears to stop from the night before. The nightlife that results in this will always be celebrated, but the rest of Ibiza should be appreciated too.
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The Finest Wine Regions of the World
Do you think a view is best enjoyed with a glass of wine in hand? How about a glass of wine handpicked by yourself following the chance to taste endless flavour pairings? A holiday doesn't get much sweeter than spending it in a world-class wine region.
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Christmas Is Coming
Christmas is around the corner, heralded by the emergence of hideous jumpers and Mariah Carey being played on every radio station. To celebrate, Out Of Office has zoomed in on those places that have a certain Christmas magic about them, even after December has passed. The Northern Lights are one of nature's most enchanting yet elusive displays, which only the most dedicated of travellers have the luxury of experiencing.
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Itinerary Based Travel Is The Future
Planning for a holiday is fun. Or, at least, it should be. Once you realise you've only got a week to fit in what feels like an infinite amount of sightseeing and activities, the anticipation can slowly turn to heightened stress. Here are some reminders of why you should put your trust in one of our itineraries or ask us to tailor-make a trip for you.
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Why Group Travel Is Best
Long gone are group holidays involving rolling in and out of downtrodden bars every night. Gone are hazy memories of the night before. Gone is the week-long hangover. A new breed of group travel has emerged - the experiential holiday. Of course, there are still plenty who would rather go to Ibiza, Cancun or Zante for the nightlife rather than the culture. And there's nothing wrong with that.
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Four Luxury Instagram Travel Bloggers You Have To Follow
Proving that Instagram isn't where you post pictures of your lunch but the moments that should be shared with the world, these travel bloggers take luxury to a whole other level. Through style and substance, it's impossible not to feel a longing to travel with world alongside them "" use these incredible shots to get an idea of where to go for your next holiday.
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We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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