Travel the globe and gain insight into the tourism industry (with a queer twist).
A-WAY to Work participants in Australia How Working Holiday Experiences Empower LGBTQ+ Youth Travel is exciting. But for many LGBTQ+ young people, it also comes with extra questions. Will I be safe? Can I be myself? What if work or daily life feels uncomfortable? Research done with International…
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This year’s World Pride is even more important than you think. It’s not just a chance to celebrate our community in the face of growing anti-LGBTQIA rhetoric. World Pride in Amsterdam marks an important queer rights anniversary and is a chance to reflect on how far we’ve gone. (And to party, of…
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A trip of reconnection, self-identity, and nature for LGBTQ+ travelers Some destinations take you somewhere new and closer to who you are. Iguassu is one of those places. Set within the region where Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay converge, Iguassu is known worldwide for its waterfalls. For LGBTQ+…
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A honeymoon on Mexico’s Riviera Maya offers LGBTQ+ couples two equally enticing but distinctly different escapes: the polished luxury of Cancún’s all-inclusive resorts or the slow-paced, bohemian intimacy of Tulum. Both destinations welcome queer travelers with warmth and ease—yet each writes a very…
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By Bill Malcolm (he/him)* Chicago is worth a visit in the winter. The museums are great. The hotel prices are more reasonable. And there is so much to do. Image Credit: Unsplash WHAT TO DO The Art Institute of Chicago is an absolute must. Great displays of Van Gogh, Warhol, Picasso, and…
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Dallas takes Southern hospitality to a whole new level. This global city is perfect for a weekend getaway, with Michelin-starred restaurants, a world-class arts district, green spaces woven through the heart of downtown, and a warm, welcoming community that makes you feel right at home. Here’s how…
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By Mikhail Sterlikov, Irene Plus Travel LLC Uzbekistan is a land of echoes and stories, a historical crossroads of cultures shaped by ancient empires, philosophical revolutions, and artistic brilliance. From the time of Alexander the Great to the dynasties of Bactria and Sogdiana, from Genghis…
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By Nandita Gupta (she/her) “Khamma Ghani” to my fellow readers from across the world! I am Nandita, a queer woman, entrepreneur, and events planner from Jaipur, Rajasthan (the “Pink City” of India). Rajasthan, a vibrant state, is celebrated in every travelogue for its grand architecture, dreamy…
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The Deep Connection Between Rio Carnival and the LGBTQ+ Community Rio Carnival has always been about liberation. Behind the feathers, sequins, and samba rhythms lies a story of diversity and resistance. Since the 1970s, LGBTQ+ artists, dancers, and performers have played a central role in shaping…
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By Joey Amato This article was originally published by EDGE Media Network Nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a city that often surprises first-time visitors. Known historically as a hub for brewing and manufacturing, Milwaukee has transformed into a vibrant cultural…
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