13 LGBTQ+ Road Trip Tips You Need To Know
Planning an LGBTQ+ road trip? Learn how to find LGBTQ-friendly stops, book inclusive hotels, navigate restroom concerns, and stay safe while enjoying the journey.
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Queer Camp is the Summer Camp Vacation LGBTQ+ Adults Have Been Craving
Whether you’re feeling nostalgic for your summer camp days as a kid, only this time as your authentic self, or you’re looking for a unique LGBTQ friendly vacation idea, queer camp lets you reconnect with nature and find your people.
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The Best and Worst States for LGBTQ Family Travel
Are you looking for the best and worst states for LGBTQ travel right now? Here’s a list of the most LGBTQ-friendly states to visit with Trump back in office – and the ones where hostile laws make it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe if you’re queer or trans.
I created this list so that you don’t have to worry about which states are LGBTQ-friendly and which ones are not so friendly, particularly if you’re going on an LGBTQ family vacation where you can’t exactly hide your rainbow selves 🙂
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These Are The Best States for Trans Travel in 2026
If you’ve ever typed “Where is it safe for a trans person to live?” into Google and felt unsatisfied with the search results – 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.
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The Best Zagori Trail Hikes For Every Level of Hiker
The Zagori trail hikes in the Pindus Mountains offer everything from short, scenic walks to rugged, multi-day treks—including the legendary Vikos Gorge, often called Greece’s Grand Canyon. When I visited the Zagori Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO heritage site in northern Greece, I squeezed in a quick hike to a viewpoint that offers incredible views. But on a day trip, there just wasn’t enough time to tackle the full Vikos Gorge trek—it’s one you’ll want to stay overnight for.
This post rounds up the best Zagori trail hikes. Whether you’re looking for a quick adventure or a more immersive Zagoria travel experience, keep reading to find the perfect hike!
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Megalo Papigo to Mikro Papigo Zagori Village Hike
The Mikro Papingo to Papingo hike is a highlight reel of everything the Zagori village region is known for: cobbled streets, stone houses, arched stone bridges, lush forest terrain, a swimming hole, and of course the Voidomatis river.
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Want to Move to The Safest States for LGBTQ? Here’s How to Plan
LGBTQ people deserve freedom, joy, and ease in our lives. We deserve to be ourselves, without minimizing who we are, apologizing for who we are, or pretending to be someone we are not. All of these become much more possible for us when we live somewhere our identities are respected, with laws that affirm our right to express our identities without fear of discrimination or reprisal. I haven’t found a ton of resources out there geared toward folks who want to move to the safest states for LGBTQ folks – so I built my own.
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The Ultimate South of France Road Trip Itinerary: 14 Days Through Provence and the Riviera
The South of France is a dream vacation destination—and for good reason. Picture sun-soaked vineyards, charming villages, fields of lavender and sunflowers, and rocky coastlines that hide small private beaches. If you’re planning a south of France road trip, you’ll need more than a week to do it justice. Between the French Riviera, Provence, the Luberon, and Marseille, there’s so much to see!
This summer, my partner and I spent three unforgettable weeks in le Sud—the French term for the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
To make the most of our time, I built a detailed road trip itinerary that hit the highlights: bustling cities, quaint villages, and hidden gems.
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Pink Lakes of France: Which Camargue Salt Lake Should You Visit?
The Camargue region in southern France is famous for its salt production, wild landscapes, and stunning pink lakes. These lakes have become a social media sensation for their surreal, rose-colored hues. But, the pink lakes of France aren’t always as vibrant as they look on Instagram and TikTok. And there are more ways to visit the pink lakes of France than you mighty think. Did you know you can see the pink salt lakes for free?
To plan an epic trip to the pink salt lakes in France and avoid being disappointed or paying too much for a mediocre view, keep reading!
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Camargue Daytrip From Arles – Perfect Camargue Itinerary For One Day
With iconic white horses, black bulls, and flocks of flamingos, the Camargue delta offers plenty to explore if you know what to look for. Planning a day trip here means prioritizing what you want to see and choosing the best way to experience it.
