Combine a college town with a diverse economy, sprinkle in 35,000 LGBTQ residents and two gayborhoods (Short North and German Village), plus several good museums and some affordable hotels, and you are talking about Columbus, Ohio, a Midwest gem. Pride is...
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I was in Palm Springs for the International Gay Lesbian Travel Association Global Convention back in October 2025. Over 750 attendees from 32 countries attended — a new record. And this is despite the drop in large corporate sponsorship support (as has also...
Although the temperatures can reach -40 degrees (so cold that it is the same in both Celsius and Fahrenheit!), Chicago is still definitely worth a visit in the winter. The museums are terrific, hotels are more reasonably priced, and there is so much to do!
New York City doesn’t unfold — it performs. From the neon pulse of Times Square to the intimate cabaret glow of 54 Below, Gotham feels less like a destination and more like a rotating stage where fashion, theater, nightlife, and memory all collide. Whether...
The Twin Cities — St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota — are known for their vibrant, hospitable culture and indomitable spirit of fighting injustice, similar to Seattle in many ways. Whether you’re planning to make the move or going on a friendly visit, there...
Costa Rica may be known for its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and ever-present “pura vida” (pure life) philosophy, but it’s also one of the most progressive and inclusive destinations in Central America when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights and culture. With...
If you arrive at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac, or SEA) terminal via the skybridge from the parking garage, you’ll be welcomed into a sleek, ultramodern space with wood paneling and white fluorescent lights. There’s ample space to move...
Paris has a way of making you feel like the main character in your own romantic film. It invites you to be seen, to be bold, and to fall in love — not just with its iconic landmarks but with yourself. For Gay travelers, this feeling is even more profound....
The first time I realized I didn’t understand Thailand, I was standing in a crowded bar, dancing alone. Music pulsed through the room, lights flashed across a sea of seated bodies. No one moved. No one cheered. No one sang along. They simply watched if the...
Manchester, England, is not only famous for its industrial heritage, music scene, and football clubs, it’s also home to one of the most vibrant and historically significant LGBTQ+ communities in the UK. Often referred to as the "Gay capital of the North," it...