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See ’em while you can—6 gay beaches under threat

Clothing-optional gay beaches are a refuge for our community. But these six are facing serious threats, environmental, legal and otherwise, that could take them away from us

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Do you need to take a gay playcation?

Not every trip has to have a demanding itinerary. These seven playcation ideas focus on easygoing queer fun where you can unleash your inner child

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How this trans-owned Toronto café became a global destination

Since opening in early 2026, Toronto’s Understory has had customers from Madagascar to Russia. We talked to co-owner Rowan Jetté Knox about the vision for the café

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6 ways to avoid disaster on your gay group tripp

You’ve gathered your besties for the group trip of a lifetime. How do you make it home without killing each other?

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How reaching out to strangers can keep trans travellers safe

Reading about a destination is merely the beginning of being prepared. IRL contacts are the best (and coolest?) way for trans travellers to stay saf

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Fresh meat? Fetishization? What gay guys get out of sex & travel

Two new U.K. studies of gay men who hook up while travelling show how complicated it can be. Some guys feel much more attractive and adventurous, while others don’t get any attention at all

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