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Queer Voices: Turning Tides

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Homosexuality and its anthropomorphized connotations of sex and love are easily projected onto other animal species. Juvenile male lions will copulate as a form of bonding as they search for females to establish their own pride with, and dolphins are notoriously bisexual. But for the concept of being nonbinary, it is distinctly harder to conceptualize. The great cycle of life and its endgame is to have sex and to procreate, which is then dependent on sexual organs. The idea of rejecting an identity dependent on the existence of our dichotomous biological sex as humans is so radically antithetical to the great race of life, evolution, and genetics.
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These Queer Bike Clubs Welcome LGBTQ+ Riders On the Road

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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.
11 Bespoke Travel Companies That Offer Custom LGBTQ Tours

11 Bespoke Travel Companies That Offer Custom LGBTQ Tours

Posted inTravel Trends
Are you looking for an LGBT travel agency that can plan a custom trip for your rainbow family? Read on to discover 11 amazing travel agencies and private tour operators catering exclusively to queer travelers. There are a ton of gay travel companies serving the group tour market. Queer women have a handful of options for lesbian tours, too. But there are times when you don't want to take a group tourโ€ฆand you also don't want to do all the work of planning a tour on your own. If you just want to relax in LGBT friendly travel destinations with an itinerary designed to your exact preferences, an LGBT travel agency might be the perfect solution.
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Unengendered Terrain – LGBTQ Essay Contest Winner

Posted inUS, Voices of LGBTQ Travelers
Caro Tyner shares their first bike packing trip in this story, which took first place in our LGBTQ essay contest, themed on firsts. Before my first bikepacking trip, I impulsively grabbed the razor in my childhood bathroom, which had probably sat idle for years, and took it to my pits. Iโ€™d been fixating on the damp, sweaty hair under my arms when I woke up, and I didnโ€™t want to deal with it on the road.ย ย  As I dried off, the bare skin in the mirror left me a little queasy. I hadnโ€™t shaved in years, and the sudden loss made me worryโ€ฆ Do I look less queer?
The Best Hotel Safety Tips for Solo Women Travelers

The Best Hotel Safety Tips for Solo Women Travelers

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Whenever I head out on a solo trip, I take extra time looking for the right accommodation. One where I can come back to my room at the end of the day, relax, and be myself without worrying about what could go wrong. So I surveyed solo female travelers on hotel safety and included my own LGBTQ travel safety tips. Keep reading for a list of hotel safety tips for solo women and nonbinary folks.
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LGBTQ Owned Brands to Support This Holiday Season

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One of the best ways to support queer community is to buy from LGBTQ-owned brands. This puts money directly into the hands of LGBTQ small business owners. This queer inclusive holiday shopping guide focuses on practical gifts for active travelers themed around clothing, accessories, and travel snacks.
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These 200 Inclusive Road Races Allow Nonbinary Runners

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While nine states passed laws banning trans youth from participating in team sports this year, adult sports are doubling down on LGBTQI inclusion. To date, there are over 200 road races - including some of the most competitive marathons - that allow nonbinary runners. Read on for a list of US and international marathons that accept nonbinary runners to add to your LGBTQ travel plans, plus some context. on why inclusion of nonbinary athletes is so important.