A person on the shore watching red and green aurora bands in the sky.

The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Aurora Photography

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With the 10-year aurora cycle peaking, this winter is the perfect time to capture stunning northern lights photosโ€”even in locations where they're rarely visible! This beginner-friendly guide covers everything you need to know about aurora photography, from predicting aurora activity to choosing the best spots and recommended camera settings (plus a downloadable guide for quick reference on your smartphone!).
Colorful buildings in Nice, France

Gay Nice France: What to See and Do in The French Riviera’s LGBTQ Capital

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From the glamour of Saint-Tropezโ€™s beaches to the scenic beauty of รˆze and the charm of Antibes, the French Riviera is known for its sun-soaked coastlines, luxury yachts, and historic old towns. Gay Nice not only makes these destinations easily accessible for day trips, but it also boasts a variety of LGBTQ-friendly hotels, a couple small gay neighborhoods, and a lively queer nightlife scene that ensures youโ€™ll have plenty to enjoy when you return from your French Riviera day trips.
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11 Best Day Trips from Nice, France

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The French Riviera, or Cรดte dโ€™Azur, stretches along the southeastern coast of France, from the glitzy playground of Monaco down to the sun-soaked shores of Cannes and St. Tropez. Itโ€™s famous for its azure waters, glamorous cities, charming medieval towns, and a perfect blend of French culture with a Mediterranean flair. Whether you're into hiking rugged cliffs, browsing world-class art, or sipping cocktails by the beach, the Riviera has something for everyone โ€“ and its highlife are all easily explored on day trips from Nice!
Terra cotta buildings stretching down to the sea in gay friendly Marseille

Gay Marseille: The Ultimate LGBTQ Marseille Travel Guide

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Marseille, France's second-largest city, may not flaunt rainbow flags at every corner, but donโ€™t let that fool youโ€”this vibrant port city has plenty to offer LGBTQ+ travelers. While it doesnโ€™t boast a dedicated gay district like Nice, Marseille is quietly inclusive. In fact, the city just opened its first LGBTQ center in December 2023, a step forward in making queer spaces more visible. Sure, the cityโ€™s got a bit of a tough-guy image, but dig deeper and you'll find a thriving gay Marseille scene that includes nightlife, festivals, and even a gay nude beach.
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Want to Work Remotely From Europe? These are the Best Countries If You’re LGBTQ

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Work remotely from Europe and spend weekends exploring European cities, beaches, and mountains: it sounds like a dream! With many EU countries offering digital nomad visas, it's easier than you thought to work remotely from an LGBTQ friendly European country like Greece or Spain! Learn about the best countries if you're a queer digital nomad and how to get a visa!
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The Most Queer-Friendly South American Countries For LGBTQ Digital Nomads

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Working remotely offers the freedom not just to work from anywhere that excites you, but the chance to save money by moving to a destination with a cheaper cost of living than the place you call for. Last but not least for LGBTQ digital nomads, working remotely can offer the chance to live in a location with LGBTQ-friendly laws. South America is an ideal remote work location in many ways, and several countries stand out when its comes to LGBTQ inclusion.
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This European Country Passed a Sweeping Anti-LGBTQ Bill

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The country of Georgia just passed a new law banning same-sex marriages, same-sex adoption, gender affirming care, and gender affirming name changes on official documents. The law also censors media representation of LGBTQ+ people and bans Pride events from taking place. Already, it's having a devastating impact for LGBTQ Georgians.