He rescues stranded hikers. He leads LGBTQ+ groups up Kilimanjaro. He teaches mountaineering by day and climbs remote peaks by sunrise.

Meet Nick Read, founder of Pride Expeditions—a rare breed of adventure guide who’s smashing stereotypes while scaling summits.

Whether it’s the snow-capped Andes, the deserts of Morocco, or a tea-house trek in Nepal, Nick’s trips aren’t just about adrenaline—they’re about creating inclusive, empowering experiences for queer adventurers around the globe.

In this high-altitude episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken and Nick hit the trail with:

• 🏕️ Behind-the-scenes stories of running a queer expedition company across 5 continents
• 🇹🇿 How climbing Kilimanjaro became a literal Pride March in a country where being gay is illegal
• 🏞️ The truth about Everest Base Camp, why Gosaikunda might be better, and how yak traffic is a real thing
• 🚁 Wild rescue missions in the UK mountains and what not to do when your knee gives out
• 💡 The secret to building lifelong friendships (and confidence) through shared adventure
• 📍 A full list of LGBTQ+ trekking destinations from Patagonia to Peru, Iceland to India, plus what’s coming next
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🎒 Whether you’re a first-time camper or a rugged explorer, Nick’s trips are designed to be challenging but achievable. You’ll never carry your gear, you’ll always be supported—and you’ll come home with one hell of a story.

• 🏔️ Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) – A literal Pride trek in a not-so-LGBTQ-friendly zone
• 🇳🇵 Nepal – Gosaikunda Lakes trek + Trishuli River rafting
• 🇵🇪 Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (Peru) – With 3-course tent meals and sunrise views
• 🇲🇦 Mount Toubkal (Morocco) – A four-day intro to high-altitude trekking with Berber hospitality
• 🇮🇸 Iceland – The Laugavegur Trail: lava fields, steam vents, and glacier valleys
• 🇦🇷 Patagonia (Argentina) – Vertical granite spires, fewer crowds, epic solitude
• 🇪🇨 Ecuador & Galápagos – Coming soon
• 🇬🇧 Wales Adventures – Rock climbing, coasteering, and mini expeditions
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Never done an adventure trip?

Start with Morocco or Iceland. Both offer a perfect blend of challenge, culture, and comfort—with no altitude worries and plenty of fun.

You don’t need to be super-fit. You do need:

• Stamina (think 6–8 hours of walking)
• A sense of humor
• A spirit of adventure
• Zero diva drama (this isn’t Atlantis, darling)
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Mention “Pride Nomad” when booking and receive:

• A private consultation with Nick to match you with the perfect trek
• A free gear checklist & training plan tailored to your trip

And a mystery gift you’ll receive on your expedition 🏳️‍🌈

Ever had someone make history so juicy, you forgot you were learning?

That’s Dr. Andrew Lear—Harvard professor turned museum renegade and the mastermind behind Oscar Wilde Tours the first travel company to boldly say:

“Forget tourist traps. Let’s take queer people to where their history actually happened.”

From ancient Greek love stories to Renaissance scandals, from Call Me By Your Name landscapes to secret drag scenes across Asia, Andrew’s leading LGBTQ+ travelers on journeys that are smart, sexy, and spiritually satisfying.

In this wildly entertaining episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Ken and Andrew go deep on:

• Why most queer history has been scrubbed from museums—and how he’s putting it back
• The truth about same-sex love in Ancient Rome (spoiler: it wasn’t all togas and orgies)
• His upcoming TV series with Stephen Fry and Tan France (yes, really)
• The power of “slow travel” and how to get adopted by an Italian café
• Queer birds of paradise, rogue princes, and how 3 million hijras are rewriting gender norms in India
• PLUS: A sneak peek at upcoming LGBTQ+ history tours from Japan to the Nordic countries
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🎁 Mention “Pride Nomad” when booking for a special discount on Oscar Wilde Tours—whether it’s the Death in Venice itinerary or the one where you follow Michelangelo’s gay little footprints across Italy.

For our viewers:

Get $100 off any tour of Europe and Asia on top of the discounts already offered! Call or email us and we can make a discount code for you.

Contact Andrew:

• ☎️ (646) 560-3205
• Email
• Facebook

What happens when a former law partner ditches the courtroom for cruise decks—and turns travel into a full-blown LGBTQ+ mission?

You get Jonathan Geen, founder of Purple Light Vacations, one of the most seasoned, passionate, and fabulously informed LGBTQ+ travel advisors in the business.

In this episode of Pride Nomad Unleashed, Jonathan joins Ken for a lively, globe-hopping convo about:

• His pivot from litigation to luxury LGBTQ+ travel (trial by cruise, literally)
• How Purple Light helps queer travelers explore the world safely, joyfully, and often for less than you’d pay solo
• The real scoop on all-gay vs. gay-friendly cruises (hint: there’s a LOT more than just Atlantis)
• Insider perks, destination secrets, and why custom-curated experiences > cookie-cutter trips
• How travel is about belonging, not just checking off countries
• Plus: Why you should never trust a travel advisor who doesn’t pronounce “Antarctica” correctly
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🚢 Whether you’re a digital nomad, vacation queen, or finally ready to plan your gay safari, Jonathan’s got tips, insights, and possibly some dramamine for the Drake Passage.

🌍 Mention “Pride Nomad” for a special bonus when you book with Jonathan! Details in the show notes.

Contact Jonathan:

• Email
• Website

Guest Bio:

Jonathan is the President of Purple Light Vacations, one of the country's few LGBT owned and operated travel agencies that concentrates on LGBT and LGBT-friendly travel. He is an ASTA (American Association of Travel Advisors) verified travel advisor and holds the highest certification of Elite Cruise Counselor ("ECC") from the Cruise Lines International Association. He has traveled and cruised around the world and credits his love of travel to attending the United Nations International School in Manhattan. Purple Light Vacations has been in business for over 12 years and provides clients nationwide with added value at no additional cost. It books everything from LGBT charter cruises and land vacations to custom trips and vacation rentals.