One of Internova’s core values is ‘Everyone belongs,’ which is why we’re pleased to support PROUD Experiences, especially at a time when protecting equality is critically important. As we look ahead to the next era of travel, we see a future that’s more inclusive, connected and inspiring than ever, and events like this help us bring that vision to life.
Leading LGBTQ+ travel industry event will kick off ILTM North America, at Baha Mar in the Bahamas
NEW YORK (September 29, 2025) – Internova Travel Group is thrilled to announce that it will once again be a headline sponsor for the 2025 PROUD Experiences, the pioneering LGBTQ+ travel industry event organized by RX (Reed Exhibitions).
This year’s event will take place Oct. 6 at Baha Mar luxury resort in the Bahamas, where PROUD Experiences will serve as the kickoff forum for ILTM North America. By joining forces, this groundbreaking partnership will ensure that the voices of LGBTQ+ community are heard and celebrated in all facets of travel, including the luxury sector. Internova, one of the world’s largest travel services companies, has been a headline sponsor for the last four years.
“One of Internova’s core values is ‘Everyone belongs,’ which is why we’re pleased to support PROUD Experiences, especially at a time when protecting equality is critically important,” said Albert M. Herrera, Executive Vice President, Partner Relations for Internova Travel Group. “As we look ahead to the next era of travel, we see a future that’s more inclusive, connected and inspiring than ever, and events like this help us bring that vision to life.”
“Internova Travel Group is one of our most valued partners, and we are honored that they will continue with us as a headline sponsor for 2025,” said Simon Mayle, Event Director for ILTM North America and PROUD Experiences at RX Global. “LGBTQ+ travelers have unique requirements and travel advisors are key to making sure they are safe and welcome wherever they travel.”
As the headline sponsor, Internova is proud to have more than 50 advisors attending ILTM North America, representing Global Travel Collection, In The Know Experiences, Nexion Travel Group and Travel Leaders Network. Herrera will be joined by Dennis Grunden, Vice President of Luxury Hotel Programs, and Haisley Smith, Vice President of Luxury Land and Cruise Programs, both from Internova Travel Group. Highlights of the week include a cocktail reception hosted by Leading Hotels of the World exclusively for Internova advisors, as well as a conversation with Smith about travel advisor authenticity in supporting LGBTQ+ clients.
About Internova Travel Group
Internova Travel Group is one of the world’s largest travel services companies, bringing together a portfolio of leading brands that deliver high-touch, personalized travel expertise to leisure, corporate and entertainment clients. Through its distinctive divisions, Internova manages leisure, business and franchise operations and represents more than 100,000 travel advisors across 6,000 company-owned and affiliated locations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom, with a presence in more than 80 countries worldwide.
