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10 Best LGBTQ-friendly Cities in North America for Queer Womenย 

Posted inCanada, Travel Planning, US
North America contains some of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities anywhere, in my opinion. But how welcome you'll be as an out bi, pan or lesbian traveler really depends on where you go. I've rounded up 10 most LGBTQ-friendly cities in North America for queer women travelers. While some of these places are still on my bucket list, I've visited a majority of them and have been fortunate enough to call two of these LGBTQ-friendly cities home! So keep reading to learn the top destinations in North America for queer women!
A white man with black glasses, dark hair and a beard looks at a smartphone at the best LGBTQ travel apps.

The Best LGBTQ Travel Appsย 

Posted inTravel Planning
Iโ€™m a big travel planner. Along with my own personal travel itinerary filled with queer-friendly things to see, I rely on gay travel apps to help me make the most of a destination.ย  Whether Iโ€™m visiting somewhere LGBTQ travel safety is a concern, or just looking to connect to the local queer community, having the right LGBTQ travel apps downloaded on my phone helps me make the most out of any vacation.ย  Want to make your next trip more LGBTQ-friendly? Add these 11 gay travel apps to your device before your next trip!
Two bikers riding together wearing pink and purple shirts.

These Queer Bike Clubs Welcome LGBTQ+ Riders On the Road

Posted inAccess & Inclusion
We're turning the spotlight on the growing number of queer bike clubs that are working to make cycling more welcoming and inclusive for queer, non-binary, and femme-identified riders! The new wave of bike clubs celebrate diversity and cultivate supportive environments tailored to the needs of queer, trans, non-binary and femme cyclists. And they are grounded in a supportive and inclusive, all levels welcome framework. Group rides are frequently no dropโ€“โ€“ going at the pace of the slowest rider, with no pressure to speed up. And many offer gear lending libraries and skills workshops to build comfort and confidence among newer riders.
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The Best Tours for Older Lesbiansย 

Posted inTravel Planning
Older women have more time on their hands and more disposable income (in some casesโ€ฆsadly the wage gap is alive and well, with many older women having less due to decade of underpayment). These women are looking to travel with their peers and forge new connections, romantic and platonic. And they want to do it in an all-lesbian environment, or at least a group that is lesbian-friendly! These 5 tour companies have some of the most exciting options for older female travelers, with some tours exclusively for older lesbians and bisexual women.
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The Top Destinations in Europe for Queer Women

Posted inTravel Planning
As an out queer person, finding destinations where I can be myself is a top priority when I travel.ย  Safety and comfort are non-negotiable, which is why I am so excited to share some of the best destinations in Europe for queer women.ย  When I can hold my partner's hand, dress how I want, and connect with the local queer community, it transforms the vacation experience. No more having to hide or worry about being misgendered in public spaces. Instead, I can focus on connecting with people, experiencing a new culture, and doing the things I enjoy โ€“ activities like hiking, kayaking, wandering charming towns and villages, and of course letโ€™s not forget the food!
A white woman on a bicycle wearing an orange shirt and bicycle helmet.

Queer Voices: My First Love Lived in the Country

Posted inVoices of LGBTQ Travelers
LGBTQ writer ErinMcCann shares her story of a country road trip with her first love in this moving essay. "As we rode our bikes down that beautiful country lane, I was so happy to be with you that I reached out my hand to take yours. Our bikesโ€™ wheels whizzed beneath us, but we stayed steady steering with our free hands. The gapping space between us showed the whole road that we were more than just friends."