Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) couples have been urged to take care researching their honeymoon destination after a third said they were subjected to negative comments while away.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) found only 46% of LGBT people check whether their location is LGBT-friendly, six months after the introduction of gay marriage was confirmed in England and Wales.
Its survey also found 52% do not feel confident selecting an overseas destination although usually looked at media and organisations (46%) as well as family and friends (30%).
John Heppenstall, head of consular campaigns, said: “All couples looking to book and travel abroad for their honeymoon have an abundance of great destinations to choose from. But it’s important for same-sex couples to be aware that attitudes towards lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers vary considerably around the world and can be very different from those in the UK. Our most important piece of advice is to always fully research your destination before booking.”
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