I keep the pulse on newsy stories that impact LGBTQ lives, with a loose focus on stories that shape our travel experiences. In this month's travel update: queer Brits share their views on travel safety, a Connecticut town bans Pride flag displays, and the no-longer-secret bisexual fantasies of Moms for Liberty co-founder Bridget Ziegler.
An Airbnb survey commissioned by The LGBTQ+ Travel Association, IGLTA takes a look at what LGBTQ travelers want in 2024, including the top destinations on our travel bucket lists and how we balancing exploring the world with staying safe on vacation. I break down the survey trends with my perspective as a queer travel writer.
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.
I'm excited to explore the top trends from a new report by MMGY and unpack the top takeaways for LGBTQ travelers in the US.
Before we dig into the data, it's worth mentioning that a majority of those surveyed (60%) belong to Gen Z and Millennial generations. These aren't the preferences of older demographics - they're what younger, active travelers expect.
In 1996, two lesbian hikers were murdered in Shenandoah National Park. I've never been able to forget it.
The travel industry does LGBTQ travelers a disservice by focusing exclusively on safety when they market to us.By sharing data and anecdotes about our experiences, we can help the travel and hospitality industries do a better job of meeting us where we are instead of force-feeding us the same standard lines about safety.