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Although the Catholic faith and macho attitudes remain deeply ingrained in Colombian culture, it is regarded as one of Latin America's most progressive countries, after Uruguay, in terms of LGBTQ rights....

Travel is back. That was the buzz at the New York Travel & Adventure Show, held at the Javits Center March 18-20. It was the largest travel show of its kind in...

The Castro consists of refurbished Victorian homes, novelty shops, eateries and Hot Cookie, known for its selection of naughty treats. There’s also The Castro Theater, featuring independent and classic films, though...

Italian-based Quiiky Tours, which focuses on LGBTQ travel, launched its 2022 season with a wide range of guided tours that highlight the legacy of Italy's gay art, history and culture. They...

Casablanca’s finest share the grim reality of being gay in Morocco  GayCities

Of the now three million refugees that have fled Ukraine, many LGBT+ people are amongst them, and besides the inherent dangers of war they have much to fear from the Russian...

Being aware of local laws is essential for the safety of LGBTQ+ travelers, especially when so many countries in the African continent criminalize same-sex relationships. In many African countries, there is...

A huge multi-colored flag flies over Ocean Drive during the Miami Beach Pride Festival in September 2021. (Photo by Giorgio Viera)AFP via Getty Images For Disney CEO Bob...

Misterb&b, like many great start-up concepts, was born out of necessity. Founder and entrepreneur Matthieu sat down with me for an interview and revealed the upsetting...

Being aware of local laws is essential for the safety of LGBTQ+ travelers, especially when so many countries in the African continent criminalize same-sex relationships. In many African countries, there is...

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Key West’s iconic Southernmost Point marker is a popular spot for a photo. Photo by Mike Freas/Florida Keys News Bureau Before 2018, Key West never appeared on my travel radar. It...

Jasmine Plows fell in love with Disneyland the first time she visited at age 7."I remember saying to my dad at the time that when I grew up, I wanted to...

Comment on this storyCommentGift ArticleThe photo shows two smiling women leaning their faces toward each other. The words promise “sunshine for all,” from couples to modern families.“There’s a sense of...

Key west’s iconic southernmost point marker is a popular spot for a photo. Photo by mike freas/florida keys news bureau Before 2018, Key West never appeared on my travel radar. It...

Over the last two years, despite the pandemic, Philadelphia is seeing an expansion of exciting new hotels, restaurants, and cultural developments. When someone tells you there’s been a bombing in Philadelphia these...

Traveling As A Gay, Married Couple: My Philosophy  One Mile at a Time

Walking the walkWhile it’s understandable that travellers may not want to go somewhere they can’t be themselves, Tanzella points out that scores of destinations are off-limits as a result. “A lot...

Rox and Maartje of @onceuponajourney A good travel Instagram can make your newsfeed feel like a journey to parts unknown. Queer travel influencers are taking the platform by storm with amazing photos,...

Listen, we love gay bars here at GayCities, but sometimes these safe spaces aren’t exactly “safe” for everyone. Whether you are sober, dealing with substance abuse issues, or just like to...

Oklahoma is a state of preconceived notions. Ask anyone about the Sooner State and they’ll likely mention chicken-fried clichés and tornadoes—and staunch conservatism. But now, marginalized communities are getting louder and...

I'm a gay travel writer and think these are the 5 safest, most queer-friendly Caribbean travel destinations  Business Insider

The world is opening up for us LGBTQ+ travellers, but we must still undertake additional trip planning to understand local legislation, not least since homosexuality remains illegal in 69 countries. Anti-gay...

Nonstop parties, unwarranted comments, and a lack of diversity were a few reasons why I avoided booking a gay cruise. However, that changed with Vacaya, a large-scale adults-only vacation company that...

I Went on My First Gay Cruise — Here's What It Was Like  Travel + Leisure

by Lawrence FerberEDGE Media Network Contributor Friday February 4, 2022Originally published on January 31, 2022 (l to r) David Brown and Auston Matta of Two Bad Tourists.  (Source:Two...

Delta has been recognized for its allyship with the LGBTQ+ community as the top airline in the 2021 GayTravel Awards.  Now in its sixth year, the Gay Travel Awards honor select...

Delta has been recognized for its allyship with the LGBTQ+ community as the top airline in the 2021 GayTravel Awards.  Now in its sixth year, the Gay Travel Awards honor select...

Lonely Planet has partnered with San Juan-based travel community Platea to provide comprehensive guides, curated lists and insider tips for your next trip to Puerto Rico.With a larger cluster of gay...

Lonely Planet has partnered with San Juan-based travel community Platea to provide comprehensive guides, curated lists and insider tips for your next trip to Puerto Rico.With a larger cluster of gay...

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Out of the 2,700 rooms sold, Mr. Campbell said only 35 have been canceled since Jan. 1.For guests who cannot travel because of government restrictions or lockdowns, Atlantis is showing more...

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Jeff Guaracino: Philly fan and gay-travel guru  Philadelphia Gay News

LGBTQ travelers have been waiting to get back on the road and discover new destinations as well as reacquaint themselves with some old favorites. The year 2022 is supposed to be...