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Meet Medellín: South America's Undersung Queer Mecca
Colombia's second-largest city, Medellín, makes EDGE's list of where LGBTQ+ travelers should go in 2022.
Lufthansa, United, Delta Cancel Flights Over Christmas
At least three major airlines said they have canceled dozens of flights because illnesses largely tied to the omicron variant of COVID-19 have taken a toll on flight crew numbers during the busy holiday travel season.
Bob the Drag Queen, Amber Riley Among VACAYA's Caribbean Cruise Headliners
VACAYA's upcoming Caribbean cruise will feature Bob the Drag Queen, Amber Riley, Erich Bergen, Alec Mapa and Shangela, among others.
Times Square New Year's Eve Still On, With Smaller Crowd
Revelers will still ring in the new year in New York's Times Square next week, there just won't be as many of them as usual under new restrictions.
Thailand Reimposes Quarantine as Concerns Over Omicron Grow
Thailand has reimposed a mandatory quarantine for visitors and suspended a "test-and-go" plan for fully vaccinated arrivals as omicron concerns grow.
Finland's Christmas Resorts in Full Swing But Fear Omicron
The Christmas season is in full swing in Finnish Lapland, where venues report that visitors have returned in numbers approaching pre-pandemic levels.
Israel to Ban Travel to US, Canada Over Omicron Variant
Israeli ministers on Monday agreed to ban travel to the United States, Canada and eight other countries amid the rapid, global spread of the omicron variant.
Where to Go in 2022: Why Provincetown Remains an Iconic LGBTQ+ Destination
Provincetown has long been a beacon of light for the LGBTQ+ community and remains one of 2022's top queer travel destinations.
7 Queer Wonders of the World: Best LGBTQ Travel Destinations for 2022
EDGE announces its top destinations for LGBTQ travelers with picks throughout the U.S., Central and South America, Europe and Asia.
Travel Curbs Augur Somber Christmas Amid Omicron Uncertainty
Travel restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the omicron variant of the coronavirus are hammering the already beleaguered travel and tourism industries.
Vegas Strip to Hold New Year's Fireworks After 2020 Hiatus
Fireworks are returning to the Las Vegas Strip on New Year's Eve with a theme pointed toward 2022 — Deuces Wild.
Airlines Face Shortage of Pilots and Other Workers
Airlines are having trouble hiring pilots, flight attendants and other personnel, and that's part of what is causing canceled flights.
France to Restrict Travel From Britain to Fight Omicron
France will sharply restrict travel to and from Britain because of fast-spreading cases of the omicron coronavirus variant.
Cinderella Castle Evacuated After Small Fire at Disney World
A small fire at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom Tuesday may have sprouted from a tree, according to Reedy Creek fire officials.
Virgin Atlantic Gets Another Cash Injection Through Pandemic
Virgin Atlantic has received 400 million pounds ($530 million) of new funding from its shareholders to help the airline ride out the coronavirus pandemic.
Hard Rock International Buying The Mirage Operation in Vegas
Hard Rock International said Monday it wants to see how a guitar-shaped hotel will play at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
Japanese Tourist Says Space Trip 'Amazing'
A Japanese space tourist rejected criticism for paying a fortune for a trip to the International Space Station, saying the "amazing" experience was worth it.
Don't Miss: 2022 LGBTQ Travel Picks Livestream on 12/14
EDGE welcomes IGLTA vice president of communications LoAnn Halden to reveal our "7 Queer Wonders of the World" and where LGBTQ+ travelers are headed in 2022.
Amtrak Says It Could Cut Service Over Vaccination Mandate
Amtrak will need to reduce service in January unless more employees get vaccinated against COVID-19, the passenger rail system's president says.
Airlines Face Holiday Test as Demand Surges
The airline industry's recovery is being tested this holiday season as passengers return in near pre-pandemic numbers.