Joey Amato

Joey Amato is the founder of Pride Journeys, a leading platform for LGBTQ travel, lifestyle, and culture. He connects readers to global experiences while elevating LGBTQ voices in travel media.
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Joey Amato

3 Ways to Reach LGBTQ Consumers in the New Normal

With more than $1 Trillion dollars of buying power and a lot of disposable income, the LGBTQ community will most likely come out in force when the country reopens for business. History and research have shown that this community is one of the first to resume travel and shopping after periods of uncertainty. Without large scale events as an advertising vehicle, your business needs to think outside the box to reach these customers.

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Joey Amato

Pride Journey: Columbus, Ohio

If you are looking for an easy, affordable and fun city to visit, check out Columbus. You may be surprised at what this city has to offer, and you may keep coming back to experience its warmth and hospitality.

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Joey Amato

Joe Woolley Takes Nashville LGBT Chamber to New Heights

When Lisa Howe announced she would be stepping down as Executive Director of the Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce, the Board, as well as its members, scrambled to find a replacement. Joe Woolley had served as President of the Chamber for two years prior to Howe’s resignation and decided to throw his name in the hat of potential applicants to succeed Howe, who had done an incredible job growing the Chamber.

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Pride Journey: Milwaukee

story and photos by Joey Amato One of my lifelong friends, Steven Binko, is a Milwaukee resident so I had a permanent tour guide for my visit. Our first stop

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Travel: Cape Cod

story & photos by Joey Amato By now, most of you know I march to the beat of my own drummer, so when I decided to visit a summer time

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Pride Journey: Phoenix/Tempe

The last time I was in the Phoenix area was 2005, so when I was offered a chance to visit the city again, I jumped at the opportunity, especially since this trip would coincide with Phoenix Pride.

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Joey Amato

Pride Journey: Milwaukee

This Summer in Milwaukee is going to be jam-packed with events so book your room early at the Potawatomi Hotel and Casino, located just outside of downtown before it sells out. While there, try your luck at some slots if you’re so inclined.

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