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Best Hikes in the Hudson Valley for Fall
ByLindsey 07/18/202302/19/2025

Are you looking for the best hikes in the Hudson Valley in the fall? This list of Hudson Valley hikes with fire towers offers incredible views of forests full of red, yellow and orange leaves.

Autumn is one of the best times to visit the Hudson Valley. Fall foliage blazes in vibrant hues. From up high, you can take in breathtaking fall views of forests, mountains, and rivers.

While all of these trails rank among the best hikes in the Hudson Valley for fall, some are more challenging than others. I’ve listed mileage and difficulty to help you choose the best hike for you.

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Canada

Quebec City in one day Itinerary: The Perfect Guide
ByLindsey 07/13/202306/16/2026

Are you looking for a one-day itinerary to make the most of a trip to Quebec City? This walkable day trip guide will show you the highlights of Quebec City in one day.

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Access & Inclusion | LGBTQIA Allies

Travel Out and Proud With These 3 Travel Brands
ByLindsey 06/24/202306/10/2024

Are you looking for travel companies that run trips exclusively for gay and lesbian travelers?

While there are tour groups like Olivia that cater exclusively to lesbian travelers, mainstream brands are increasingly offering LGBTQ-only trips. From a tour of major US Pride festivals to inclusive Europe, see how tour companies are meeting the needs of queer travelers with itineraries built around destinations with thriving LGBTQ communities.

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Pride Travel: 12 Small Town Parades Not to Miss
ByLindsey 05/31/202303/15/2024

This Pride month, we’re throwing a spotlight on THE BEST small-town Pride parades to add to your summer Pride travel calendar. If you’re looking for a Pride festival near me you may be surprised to find one on the list!

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LGBTQIA Allies

These Travel Brands Took a Stand Against Anti-Trans Legislation
ByLindsey 05/15/202307/09/2025

Ahead of Pride month, we’re running several stories on the impact of anti-LGBTQ legislation in the US as it affects the gay and lesbian travel beat. In this post, we’re taking a look at the travel brands that boldly stand by the LGBTQ+ community at times when state legislatures want to take our rights away….

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Voices of LGBTQ Travelers

Queer Voices: Woods and Woes
ByLilla Fortin 03/14/202301/28/2026

Trapped in my little town, I wondered: what was a place I could truly go and feel safe?

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Canada

Queer Quebec: The Ultimate Gay Quebec City Travel Guide
ByLindsey 03/09/202306/08/2026

This guide to lesbian and gay Quebec City things to do will help you explore the queer side of Quebec on your next vacation.

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Gear | Iceland

Iceland Winter Packing List – Everything You Need for an Iceland Road Trip
ByLindsey 03/02/202307/09/2025

There’s a saying in Iceland that if you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes. It will change. This makes it hard to figure out what to pack for an Iceland winter vacation.

Add in the fact that prices are high in Iceland and forgetting to pack everything you need becomes an expensive mistake!

I’ve been to Iceland twice, both times in winter. Research into Iceland winter weather and careful preparation helped me figure out the perfect Iceland winter packing list for a stopover in Iceland.

The following list is my tried-and-true Iceland winter packing list. It’s perfect for an Iceland road trip.

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Canada

Île D’Orléans in One Day Itinerary – Best Quebec City Day Trips
ByLindsey 02/14/202305/21/2025

Are you looking for a guide to the best things to see and do on Île d’Orléans? I’ve put together the perfect one-day itinerary for a summer visit. Île d’Orléans is an agricultural island located in the middle of the St. Lawrence River. It’s full of farms, wineries, cideries and art galleries. Since it’s a…

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Voices of LGBTQ Travelers

Wild Swim
ByHelen Jane Campbell 02/08/202303/20/2025

That summer, the fields had become my dance floor, sunsets had replaced box sets, and getting lost was an invitation, not an insult. I’d returned to the country of my birth, seeking solace and retreat. Now I’d come home to myself. I’d grown stronger, braver and bold.

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