States that pass queerphobic laws send a message to LGBTQ travelers loud and clear: you are not welcome here.
Midway though 2024, let's take a quick look at how things have changed over the last 12 months. Which states are becoming more LGBTQ-friendly? And which states are going the opposite way, by passing laws that are anti-LGBTQ?
Iโm 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 Iโm 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!
Luxury tour operator Sky Vacations promises exclusivity and access in group tours (think chartered sail in the Med rather than the CO2-emitting cruise ship behemoths). This Pride month, they've launched a new LGBTQ travel offering, Out World Journeys.
Gay writer Brian Watson shares a personal essay about a memorable vacation air a gay-owned hotel in Phuket, Thailand.
Solo travel is super popular. But most of the advice on how to plan a solo trip doesn't include recommendations for if you're queer.
These 10 solo travel tips are designed for LGBTQ travelers, written by me - a queer travel expert who's had solo adventures in NYC, San Francisco, Alaska, and Greece.
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 dropโโ 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.
Earlier this month, the State Department took an unprecedented step of issuing a global travel alert for Pride month. Should you be concerned?
Older women have more time on their hands and more disposable income (in some casesโฆsadly 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.
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 letโs not forget the food!
Three news stories out of New Hampshire have us reassessing the state's reputation for LGBTQ-friendliness ahead of the summer travel season.