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US Transgender Travel Guide: How to Build a Travel Safety Plan

While itโ€™s always been a good idea to share your travel plans with a trusted person, recent policy changes in the U.S. mean that taking steps to protect your safety isn't just the smart thing to do for LGBTQ travelers. It's necessary. Iโ€™ve been traveling as a gender-nonconforming person for years. I've learned what amount of preparation and planning makes me anxious, and what sets me at ease. Whether youโ€™re traveling within the U.S. or heading abroad, this transgender travel guide will help you understand why a travel safety plan is necessary, know the steps to build one, and do so from a place of confidence rather than fear.
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The Best LGBTQ Friendly Hotels For Your Next Trip

As a queer traveler, Iโ€™ve experienced the discomfort of checking into a hotel and being offered a room with two beds when Iโ€™d clearly booked one. Itโ€™s a small interaction, but it can feel alienatingโ€”like a subtle reminder that queer couples donโ€™t fit the โ€œdefaultโ€ mold. The good news? There are LGBTQ friendly hotels out there making a difference โ€“ and this post focuses on the major hotel brands that have committed to being LGBTQ inclusive.
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The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Aurora Photography

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!).