It matters when an organization decides where (and where not) to host its events.ย Here's why.
As someone who moved to the country over 10 years ago, the stereotypes around being queer in the country get under my skin.
Iโve had my fair share of fears while driving through rural red places.ย But today I want to pick at the assumption underlying these jokes and fears that rural places are unsafe and unwelcoming for queer people.
If youโve ever typed โWhere is it safe for a trans person to live?โ into Google and felt unsatisfied with the search results โ this is for you. Because places that are marked gay-friendly aren't always trans friendly. And big blue cities in red states still mean passing through red state roads and airports. While no one has all the answers, and nobody can tell you where you'll be safe no matter one (because no one is a mind reader), there are places that are better than others. This post tracks the best states to visit if you're trans.
Launching now through November, HRC is taking to the road on an "American Dreams" tour.ย Is their red state road trip a feel-good effort that wonโt shift the narrative, or the hope we need in these times?
The political climate is uncertain, but thereโs nothing uncertain about the LGBTQ+ communityโs purchasing power. Especially when it comes to one of our favorite pastimes: travel! I unpack the latest numbers and my take on trends.
This guide to transgender and nonbinary US passports under Trump is an evolving resource for our community, updated following the latest court rulings on passports and gender markers.
Across the U.S., corporate sponsors are backing out of their Pride commitments. Some brands cite economic pressures and tariff uncertainty. Others hand Pride organizers money and telling us to keep their names out of the headlines. As Pride 2025 season kicks off, letโs look at how LGBTQ+ people are approaching rainbow season differently. Spoiler alert โ weโre not going back into the closet and we take note which companies are LGBTQ-friendly and whose claims of support turned out to be hollow.
Whether itโs having pronoun badges for crew members, creating innovative Pride campaigns, or having nonbinary-inclusive third gender booking options, these airlines go above and beyond to make the LGBT community feel welcome on every flight.
As an avid kayaker, few things are more satisfying than being out on the water, surrounded by nature. Blue herons soaring overhead, turtles sunning themselves on logs, and the occasional glimpse of a fish in the waters around me never fail to fill me with wonder. Not to mention, kayaking is an amazing way to unwind and relax. Out on the water, all the stressors of my daily life feel far away.
Lately, I've been thinking about how much fun it would be to paddle with other queer people โ to share one of my favorite hobbies with people who share an identity. I did some research and discovered there are some amazing LGBTQ kayaking groups out there.
If you're in the same boat (pun intended) and looking for a welcoming community of fellow paddlers, check out these 7 incredible groups leading queer kayak and canoe trips!
A new LGBTQ map colors code Europe and Central Asia, for at-a-glance travel planning for LGBTQ folks.