From the glamour of Saint-Tropezโs beaches to the scenic beauty of รze and the charm of Antibes, the French Riviera is known for its sun-soaked coastlines, luxury yachts, and historic old towns. Gay Nice not only makes these destinations easily accessible for day trips, but it also boasts a variety of LGBTQ-friendly hotels, a couple small gay neighborhoods, and a lively queer nightlife scene that ensures youโll have plenty to enjoy when you return from your French Riviera day trips.
Marseille, France's second-largest city, may not flaunt rainbow flags at every corner, but donโt let that fool youโthis vibrant port city has plenty to offer LGBTQ+ travelers. While it doesnโt boast a dedicated gay district like Nice, Marseille is quietly inclusive. In fact, the city just opened its first LGBTQ center in December 2023, a step forward in making queer spaces more visible. Sure, the cityโs got a bit of a tough-guy image, but dig deeper and you'll find a thriving gay Marseille scene that includes nightlife, festivals, and even a gay nude beach.
Tired of the same old vacation spots? Ready to explore the vibrant world of global queer culture? Let this list of over 60 LGBTQ events with traveling for inspire your next unforgettable adventure :)
North America contains some of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities anywhere, in my opinion. But how welcome you'll be as an out bi, pan or lesbian traveler really depends on where you go. I've rounded up 10 most LGBTQ-friendly cities in North America for queer women travelers.
While some of these places are still on my bucket list, I've visited a majority of them and have been fortunate enough to call two of these LGBTQ-friendly cities home! So keep reading to learn the top destinations in North America for queer women!
Earlier this month, the State Department took an unprecedented step of issuing a global travel alert for Pride month. Should you be concerned?
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!
Are you looking for lesbian travel groups? Discover 9 amazing LGBTQ+ women owned tour groups catering to lesbians and queer women exclusively. While it's wonderful that allies support queer travelers, sometimes we want to travel in the company of other queer women exclusively to feel safe, supported, and to create connections that come from being in all-queer spaces.
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.
Iceland is an incredible tourist destination packed with activities all year round. It's worth a visit AT LEAST once in your life.
No Iceland vacation is complete without a stop in Reykjavik, which is not only Iceland's capital, it's the center of LGBTQ Iceland! This guide to Reykjavik is written for queer travelers and covers how to spend 2 days in Reykjavik, including what to eat and LGBTQ friendly hotels!
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.