These 10 must-see LGBTQ2S+ monuments celebrate our achievements and commemorate our struggles

From San Francisco and Santiago to Dublin and Berlin, these sites reflect our history, both good and bad, with creativity and heart

By Morgan Lightle

Pride 2022: Party & Protest

What Pride events around the world are doing to lure you back—and what they’re doing to keep you safe

Pandemic shutdowns gave some organizers an opportunity to rethink their celebrations and make them more inclusive

By Loren Christie

The Xtra Long Read

Vaxxed, waxed and ready to travel?

From Berlin to Bangkok, global queer tourism destinations are gearing up to welcome you back. But visitors should expect surprises

By Loren Christie

Your First Time

Gay beach virgin? New to nudity? Don’t be nervous. Here’s everything you need to know about LGBTQ2S+ beach culture

From Rio to Mykonos, insiders share tips and tricks to have the time of your life queering it up on the sand

By Paul Gallant

Get active in Britain, the LGBTQ+ way

Find queer and trans adventures as you explore the scenic countryside of Great Britain by foot, bike or kayak

Created for Visit Britain

See Britain through its LGBTQ+ silver screen

Experience your favourite cinematic adventures in the iconic countryside of Great Britain

Created for Visit Britain

Anders Larsen’s guide to Copenhagen

The hottest spots, eateries and accommodations in and around the Danish capital

Created for Copenhagen 2021

Curaçao Pride brings a rainbow to the island

‘Curaçao can be proud of the fact that it is a pioneer in the region when it comes to Pride celebrations’

Created for Curaçao Tourist Board

Vancouver

Out in Vancouver: May 24–30, 2018

Choice events in the city this week

By Tom Coleman

Travel

Nine gay places to get your freak on in New York City

From sleazy bars to underground dungeons, it’s all yours to explore

By Mike Miksche

Travel

You won’t want to miss these LGBT-friendly events in Orlando

From theme parks to shopping, the options are endless for queer vacationers

By Ted Flett

Travel

Here’s how to get the most out of gay Bangkok in 48 hours

From gay bars and bathhouses to delicious street food, you can experience it all on a tight schedule

By Mike Miksche

Travel

One year after Pulse, Orlando’s gay clubs come together

‘We want to share the love and throw hate out the door,’ says bar owner

By Ted Flett

Travel

Five reasons why you won’t want to miss Girls in Wonderland 2017

One of the US’ largest lesbian gatherings to promote #OrlandoStrong

By Mine Salkin

Toronto is full of queer history — if you know where to look

The pansy colonies of the 1930s is one area that the Pride Outside the Village: LGBTQ+ Heritage tour will explore

Created for Heritage Toronto

Arts

Five queer films you don’t want to miss at Hot Docs 2017

Here’s a few of the fest’s best LGBT documentaries

By Chris Dupuis