Easy Travels Episode 14: How Travel with Pride Is Shaping Inclusive Travel at Nexion

In this episode of the Easy Travels podcast, hosts Chris and Martin welcome three guests who are helping foster a more inclusive travel community within Nexion Travel Group. Mike Plumton, Adrianne Raia, and Emily Fengler join the conversation to discuss the origins and evolution of Nexion’s Travel with Pride initiative.

What started as a simple internal network has grown into an active community dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ travel advisors and allies. Mike, Adrianne, and Emily share how the group developed from grassroots conversations into a space where advisors can connect, learn, and advocate for more inclusive travel experiences.

Chris and Martin explore what inspired the leaders of Travel with Pride to step forward, how the initiative continues to grow, and how advisors and industry partners can become involved. The conversation highlights the importance of representation, empathy, and creating travel experiences where everyone feels welcome and respected.

If you’re interested in how the travel industry can become more inclusive and how advisors can play a role, this episode offers thoughtful insights and inspiration.

In this episode you’ll hear

• Discover how the Travel with Pride initiative began within the Nexion community

• Learn how a grassroots advisor group grew into an active network

• Hear the personal motivations behind the leaders of Travel with Pride

• Explore how advisors can create more inclusive client experiences

• Understand the role of allies in building a welcoming travel industry

• Learn how suppliers and partners are supporting the initiative

• Discover the group’s goals for creating positive change across the industry