Brett Hayhoe’s solo journey through Brussels, Ghent, Amsterdam, and Paris unfolds after he opts to extend a conference trip. Despite losing his wallet, he discovers invaluable lessons about travel and perspective. Through each city, he embraces both challenges and tourist attractions, underscoring the significance of seizing unexpected opportunities.
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Brett Hayhoe shares his European adventure that began at the InterPride conference in Brussels. Despite a wallet theft on the first night, he explores Brussels, Ghent, Amsterdam, and Paris, discovering beauty and significance at each stop. With the help of American Express, he highlights the importance of slow travel and embracing unexpected opportunities.
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Brett Hayhoe’s travel series begins in New York City, exploring why it captivates travellers despite its chaos and high costs. He argues the city’s allure lies in its unique energy, cultural diversity, and architectural richness, portraying it as a living entity that invites ongoing discovery and connection, especially within its LGBTIQA+ community.
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Brett Hayhoe reflects on the enduring allure of Hong Kong, a city that captivates him through its unique aromas, vibrant culture, and complex politics. The post explores the sensory experiences of returning year after year, highlighting the community, historical changes, and the emotional connections that transform visits into a sense of home.
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In “The World Traveller Series,” Brett Hayhoe reflects on his decade-long love affair with Hong Kong, highlighting its vibrant culture, efficient transport, and the unforgettable aroma of its street food. He recalls transformative experiences, such as a Pride event during a politically charged time, and emphasizes the city’s profound personal significance beyond mere tourism.
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In Entry No. 6 of The World Traveller Series, Brett arrives in London — a city that has meant something almost sacred to him long before he ever set foot in it. From a fleeting 2009 stopover en route to Belgium, Amsterdam and Paris, to a glorious full week in 2012 as an International Guest of Pride London — taking in Buckingham Palace’s golden gates, The Mall, the National Portrait Gallery, a star-studded book launch with Sir Ian McKellen, and a moment in Trafalgar Square that produced the greatest single comeback in Pride history. This is a love letter to the city that never had to try to impress him. It already knew.
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In Entry No. 5 of The World Traveller Series, Brett returns — three times — to Montpellier in the South of France. From a site inspection to an InterPride AGM where he was re-elected President for a second term, and finally to the trip that mattered most: invited back as International Guest for Montpellier Pride, alongside his best friend Alan, a borrowed car, a GPS with its own agenda, and a Rolls Royce in Monaco that made everything worthwhile.
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In Entry No. 5 of The World Traveller Series, Brett returns — three times — to Montpellier in the South of France. From a site inspection to an InterPride AGM where he was re-elected President for a second term, and finally to the trip that mattered most: invited back as International Guest for Montpellier Pride, alongside his best friend Alan, a borrowed car, a GPS with its own agenda, and a Rolls Royce in Monaco that made everything worthwhile.
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Pip: JFK Airport — a place most people endure, and apparently one person genuinely loves. That person is brett, and…
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In June 2019, Brett Hayhoe reflects on his final WorldPride as Co-President of InterPride, held in New York City to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. The event drew five million attendees, marking a historic celebration filled with vibrant parties, meaningful connections, and a powerful parade, symbolising significant progress in LGBTQ+ rights.
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