I was wrong about scissoring
It’s a well-known fact that I talk a lot of shit on the internet. I’ve never been shy about my opinions - especially on my Facebook. I post about insights on topics as varied as LGBT culture, travel, and lesbian sexuality. I ask y'all questions and post about current...
The Ultimate Thailand Lesbian Travel Guide to Bangkok
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been searching for a place where I belong. I’ve found glimmers of it over time. Like when I’d split a cab with my roommate and we’d both turn around to see the Manhattan skyline out of the back window while we drove over the...
Lesbian Friendly Cruises: Celebrity Edge Review
The art of cruising is a whole new world for me. As my blog has grown, I’ve been able to experience all kinds of new forms of travel that I might never have experienced on my own. My favorite types of trips tend to be midrange adventure travel experiences but a long...
20 Practical Gifts for the Travel Lover
20 Practical Gifts for the Travel Lover Avid travelers are notoriously difficult to shop for. Just ask my wife Lindsay, she never knows what to buy me for the holidays. I mean, unless we’re willing to fork out the big bucks for a hotel room or a flight, travelers can...
8 Ways to Kickoff Christmas in Chicago
For the first 29 years of my life, I celebrated the holidays in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. While we’re not a religious family we have deep-rooted holiday traditions that I cherish more than I could ever put into words. There will never be a day I forget what our...
If You Love to Shop and Eat, Visit Gothenburg
If Stockholm is the big sister, Gothenburg is every bit the carefree younger sibling it was destined to be. When you step from the pale blue tram car on to the cobblestone streets of the Haga neighborhood expects to see patios packed with young people. Let the...
How to Find the Right Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is one of those travel expenses that gets debated hard. You’ll find some seasoned travelers arguing both sides of this. After all, it's your dream vacation nothing can go wrong, right? The reality is travel of all types comes with risk. Having a bag...
8 Things To Do in Glasgow Scotland
Aggressively queer,” I wrote in my notes on the blank page labeled Glasgow. But that’s a note I scribbled more out of joy rather than journalistic necessity. After checking into the gorgeous Dakota Delux Hotel, I spent the last few days exploring the more traditional...
What to do in Stockholm, the Lesbian Guide
Normally when we travel, Lindsay stands out like a sore thumb. It sounds bad - but it’s just her reality but it’s also the reality of many LGBT travelers exploring the world.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ She’s usually the tallest person in the room in Mexico. In the US people stare or make...
What Can You Do About Gender Inequality in the LGBT Travel Industry?
This post is brought to you by GenderAvenger. I’ve worked in the LGBT world for the past 13 years. The first half of my career was spent working as an LGBT activist and community educator for some of the largest LGBT nonprofits in the world. Simultaneously, I was...
Can’t Miss Water Parks in Texas
The summer temperatures in Texas can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, there are many great water parks in Texas to visit. These water parks have the best attractions, amenities, and are sure to offer the best value for your money. Hawaiian Falls Hawaiian Falls has five...
Top Outdoor Activities to Do in Texas
Texas is a massive state. In fact, it is the largest state in the southern United States, encompassing nearly 300,000 square miles. Also called the Lone Star State, Texas is known for its vast cattle ranches, rich oil fields, and large thriving cities, such as...
Norwegian Premium Review
Most of you know by now that I come from rather humble beginnings. In fact, everything I know about travel, I learned growing up poor. Despite owning my business and traveling the world. I’m still wildly practical. I don’t own a car, the most expensive possession I...
The Very Best Travel Beauty Items for Your Carry-On
We're often dreaming of jetting off to New York for the weekend, soaking up some sun in Miami, and sipping cocktails by the Seine in Paris. OK, so maybe we'll be visiting the next town over and not a private island, but either way, I’m definitely taking my favorite...
3 LGBT-Friendly Stops on for Your California Road Trip
California is widely considered to be one of the most progressive states in the US. With myriads of fun activity choices, big cities, and outdoor adventure you’ll be able to choose your adventure in California. California is a great destination for domestic and...
How to Support LGBT Refugees: 4 LGBT Organizations that Need Your Help
Every year, The International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association’s (IGLTA) Global Convention takes place in a new host city and welcomes international delegates from across the world. Every year I speak at the conference but this year I was invited to attend IGLTA...
The Best Lesbian Bars and Lesbian Events in Toronto
I was in Toronto speaking at The International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association’s global conference about all things lesbian travel. The schedule was pretty tight, but I completely fell in love with Toronto and decided to spend some extra time checking out the...
LGBT Friendly Downtown Toronto Hotel: Delta Hotel
The Delta Hotel by Marriott is a sophisticated and contemporary four-star hotel located in downtown Toronto. We visited Toronto on a whirlwind trip because Meg was invited to speak at the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association Global Convention and the Delta...
8 Fun (But Social Justice Oriented) Things to Do in Salvador Brazil
Salvador is in the northeastern region of Brazil and is the capital of the state of Bahia. Salvador is also the third largest city in Brazil and a port that has become a popular vacation destination for Brazilians. During the transatlantic slave trade, millions of...
You have to visit this remote part of Jalapão Brazil – before everyone else discovers it
When MH Tours reached out and asked if I wanted to explore remote Jalapão Brazil after speaking in São Paulo, Brazil at the International Conference on Diversity in LGBT Tourism. I’m not gonna lie to y’all. I had no idea where Jalapão was or what was going on there...
10 Healthy Tips to Keep You on Track During Vacation
Let me start off by saying that if this is your trip-of-a-lifetime, honeymoon, food tour of South America, etc, you’ve got to live your life. If the following tips seriously impede your enjoyment or happiness on a vacation, don’t stress about them. A week or even two...
Lesbian Vacation Guide: Sao Paulo for LGBT Travelers
We all travel for different reasons. Some of us are searching for relaxation and a break from our daily grind. Others are traveling to learn new things. But me? I travel for the adventures. When I’m old, I want to be able to look back on life and know that I truly...
15 Incredible Things To Do in Sukhothai Thailand
This past week I was invited to speak at the first ever LGBT Travel Symposium in Thailand in collaboration with Out There Magazine. It was a monumental event that served as Thailand’s coming out party as a welcoming and affirming destination for LGBT travelers. After...
Epic Travel Bucket List to Shake Up Your Day to Day
TRAVEL & LGBT Epic Travel Bucket List to Shake Up Your Day to Day If I’ve learned anything about traveling its that no matter how many places you visit the list of places you want to see grows twice as fast. My travel bucket list is constantly growing and...
7 Can’t Miss Ottawa Activities
TRAVEL & LGBT 7 Can't-Miss Ottawa Activities We started our trip to Ottawa in the depths of the travel blogging underbelly. More often than not the long travel days get summarized into a cute Instagram story we're all familiar with. A quick walk down the jetway,...
Summer Packing List for Gender Neutral Clothing
TRAVEL & LGBT Summer Packing List for Gender Neutral Clothing It’s vacation season! Whether your going across the world, country or state there's one thing for sure, we’ll all be packing. The internet and more specifically Pinterest has a packing guide for almost...
Lesbian Family Trip to Seattle, Washington
TRAVEL & LGBT Lesbian Family Trip to Seattle Seattle is an LGBT family-friendly city that's walkable and a blast to explore. No matter how old your kids are or how many people you're traveling with, you'll find plenty to fill your schedule. Try these five Seattle...
Your Gay Disney Vacation Should Include More Than Theme Parks
TRAVEL & LGBT Your Gay Disney Vacation Should Include More Than Theme Parks We wanted to kick our summer off right and couldn’t think of any better way to do that than snow cones, caramel corn, and roller coasters! We partnered with Experience Kissimmee to create...
20 Best Lesbian Parties and Lesbian Festivals in the World
20 Best Lesbian Parties and Lesbian Festivals in the World This past weekend I attended my 6th Dinah Shore weekend with Bumble. I love queer events because I feel like it’s the one time where I get to be surrounded by my people and completely immerse myself in our...
Out of All the Tulum Accomodations Zamas Hotel is the Best
TRAVEL & LGBT Out of All the Tulum Accommodations Zamas Hotel is the Best Lindsay Cale Zamas Hotel is the definition of a laid-back beach spot. While Tulum was once considered to be a hidden gem this beach paradise is quickly gaining fame as the trendy alternative...
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